Stats & Training
The stat bars tell the story: Speed carries everything and Attack's dead weight. But this Ball Pokemon still yields 2 Speed EVs per fight on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Electrode eats electricity in the atmosphere. On days when lightning strikes, you can see this Pokémon exploding all over the place from eating too much electricity.
One of Electrode’s characteristics is its attraction to electricity. It is a problematical Pokémon that congregates mostly at electrical power plants to feed on electricity that has just been generated.
Electrode Weakness
Ground moves hit Electrode for super-effective damage. Not many exploitable gaps in the Electric typing defensive chart. Electrode's Electric typing only leaves 1 gap to cover.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Flying, Steel |
 Nincada BugGround | D | |
 Onix RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Onix builds →Dig 2x52-62% Bulldoze 2x40-48% | ||
 Geodude RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Geodude builds →Dig 2x77-91% Bulldoze 2x59-70% | ||
 Numel FireGround | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Numel builds →Earth Power 2x65-77% Dig 2x62-73% Bulldoze 2x46-55% | ||
 Sandshrew Ground | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Sandshrew builds →Dig 2x71-84% Bulldoze 2x55-66% Sand Tomb 2x34-40% | ||
 Baltoy GroundPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Baltoy builds →Dig 2x49-59% Bulldoze 2x37-44% Mud-Slap 2x15-18% | ||
Onix RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Onix builds →Dig 2x52-62% Bulldoze 2x40-48% | ||
Geodude RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Geodude builds →Dig 2x76-90% Bulldoze 2x59-69% | ||
Numel FireGround | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Numel builds →Earth Power 2x67-79% Dig 2x61-72% Bulldoze 2x46-55% | ||
Sandshrew Ground | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Sandshrew builds →Dig 2x72-86% Bulldoze 2x55-66% Sand Tomb 2x34-41% | ||
Baltoy GroundPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Baltoy builds →Dig 2x49-59% Bulldoze 2x38-45% Mud-Slap 2x14-17% | ||
Onix RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Onix builds →Dig 2x52-62% Bulldoze 2x38-46% | ||
Geodude RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Geodude builds →Dig 2x77-91% Bulldoze 2x61-72% | ||
Numel FireGround | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Numel builds →Earth Power 2x68-82% Dig 2x63-75% Bulldoze 2x47-55% | ||
Sandshrew Ground | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Sandshrew builds →Dig 2x74-88% Bulldoze 2x55-65% Sand Tomb 2x36-42% | ||
Baltoy GroundPsychic | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Baltoy builds →Dig 2x49-59% Bulldoze 2x38-46% Mud-Slap 2x13-16% | ||
 Donphan Ground | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Donphan builds →Earthquake 2x134-157%KO Bulldoze 2x81-96% | ||
Onix RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Onix builds →Dig 2x52-61% Bulldoze 2x39-47% Sand Tomb 2x25-30% | ||
 Rhyhorn GroundRock | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Rhyhorn builds →Earthquake 2x100-118%KO Drill Run 2x81-96% Dig 2x81-96% Bulldoze 2x62-74% | ||
Numel FireGround | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Numel builds →Earthquake 2x77-91% Earth Power 2x66-79% Dig 2x62-74% Bulldoze 2x48-57% | ||
Sandshrew Ground | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Sandshrew builds →Dig 2x73-86% Bulldoze 2x56-66% Sand Tomb 2x33-39% | ||
Donphan Ground | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Donphan builds →Earthquake 2x130-154%KO Bulldoze 2x79-94% | ||
Onix RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Onix builds →Earthquake 2x61-72% Dig 2x50-60% Bulldoze 2x38-46% Sand Tomb 2x24-29% | ||
Rhyhorn GroundRock | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Rhyhorn builds →Earthquake 2x98-115%KO Drill Run 2x79-94% Dig 2x79-94% Bulldoze 2x61-72% | ||
Numel FireGround | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Numel builds →Earthquake 2x75-89% Earth Power 2x65-77% Dig 2x61-72% Bulldoze 2x46-55% | ||
Sandshrew Ground | D | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Sandshrew builds →Earthquake 2x90-106%KO Dig 2x71-84% Bulldoze 2x54-65% Sand Tomb 2x32-38% | ||
In Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, Garchomp can KO Electrode with Earthquake (136-160%). Landorus threatens a KO with Earthquake (127-149%).
 Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x136-160%KO | ||
 Landorus Ground | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySheerforce ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Electrode View Landorus builds →Focus Blast58-69% Earthquake 2x127-149%KO | ||
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire Evolution
Electrode is what Voltorb becomes. Breed it for Voltorb eggs (average hatch time). No compatible partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Voltorb pushed Electrode to 480 total stats. Speed saw the largest single gain at +40. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Electrode is genderless — breed with Ditto to produce Voltorb eggs. Part of the Mineral egg group.
Ditto onlyOmega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire Electrode Best Moveset
Electrode leads with Focus Sash insurance. Even if it can't take a hit naturally, it'll survive long enough to deal early damage. Max HP and Speed EVs go all-in on offense since bulk doesn't matter here.
Best Build
Electrode best EVs are HP and Speed
Bulky Support Moveset
- Foul Play
- Thunder
- Magic Coat
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The level-up pool tells the story here. Electrode learns Self-Destruct and Explosion naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Normal and Rock coverage and more extends the reach beyond that.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Electrode in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Electrode is a fixed encounter, not a random spawn. Walk up to it, interact, and the battle starts immediately. Head to Team Magma/Aqua Hideout when your team is ready for the fight.
How to Obtain Electrode in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
The path to Electrode starts with Voltorb at Lv. 12-40 via walking and fixed encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch VoltorbNew MauvilleAlpha SapphireGrass Lv.12 Power-plant60%EarlyHorde battleNew MauvilleOmega RubyGrass Lv.12 Power-plant60%EarlyHorde battleRoute 110Omega RubyGrass Lv.13 Route1%EarlyRoute 110Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.13 Route1%EarlyNew MauvilleAlpha SapphireGrass Lv.22-25 Power-plant30%MidNew MauvilleOmega RubyGrass Lv.22-25 Power-plant30%Mid
Step 2Electrode ✓Team Magma/Aqua HideoutOmega RubyInteract with Pokemon Lv.40 VolcanoLateTeam Magma/Aqua HideoutAlpha SapphireInteract with Pokemon Lv.40 VolcanoLateor evolve from Voltorb (Step 1)
Electrode Guide
In Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, Electrode works as a pivot with 480 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list: a niche pick in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire's meta. Foulplay with Focus Sash is the standard set.
In Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, watch for Rhydon (Ground) when using Electrode. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. Electrode's base 140 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Soundproof protects against sound-based moves. That's the one you want on Electrode. Aftermath is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Static works too if your team needs something different.
Electrode is a special attacker with base 80 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 140 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the pivot role.
In Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, run Foulplay, Thunder, Magiccoat, and Toxic on Electrode. Foulplay is the most common pick at 20% usage. Thunder provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
Available since Red & Blue, Electrode appears in 20 games spanning 10 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Hisuian form in Generation 8.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLAHisuian
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves