#0135 · Updated Johto #186 · heartgold soulsilver · gen 4
Lightning Pokémon
It concentrates the weak electric charges emitted by its cells and launches wicked lightning bolts.
Total: 525
Volt Absorb
Absorbs Electric moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.
EV yield (current): +2 SPE
No encounter data for this game
| Level | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TackleA physical attack in which the user charges and slams into the foe with its whole body.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 35 | 95% | |
| 1 | Tail WhipThe user wags its tail cutely, making the foe less wary. The target’s Defense stat is lowered.▶ All opponents | Normal | — | 100% | |
| 1 | Helping HandA move that boosts the power of the ally’s attack in a Double Battle.▶ Ally | Normal | — | — | |
| 8 | Sand AttackSand is hurled in the foe’s face, reducing its accuracy.▶ Selected Pokémon | Ground | — | 100% | |
| 15 | Thunder ShockA jolt of electricity is hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also leave the foe paralyzed.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | 40 | 100% | |
| 22 | Quick AttackThe user lunges at the foe at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 40 | 100% | |
| 29 | Double KickThe foe is quickly kicked twice in succession using both feet.▶ Selected Pokémon | Fighting | 30 | 100% | |
| 36 | Pin MissileSharp pins are shot at the foe in rapid succession. They hit two to five times in a row.▶ Selected Pokémon | Bug | 14 | 85% | |
| 43 | Thunder FangThe user bites with electrified fangs. It may also make the foe flinch or become paralyzed.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | 65 | 95% | |
| 50 | Last ResortThis move can be used only after the user has used all the other moves it knows in the battle.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 130 | 100% | |
| 57 | Thunder WaveA weak electric charge is launched at the foe. It causes paralysis if it hits.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | — | 100% | |
| 64 | AgilityThe user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. It sharply boosts the Speed stat.▶ User | Psychic | — | — | |
| 71 | ThunderA wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the foe to inflict damage. It may also leave the target paralyzed.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | 120 | 70% | |
| 78 | DischargeA flare of electricity is loosed to strike all Pokémon in battle. It may also cause paralysis.▶ All other Pokémon | Electric | 80 | 100% |
| TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM05 | RoarThe foe is scared off, to be replaced by another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% | |
| TM06 | ToxicA move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.▶ Selected Pokémon |
volt absorb volt absorb, quick feet
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| 85% |
| TM10 | Hidden PowerA unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 1 | 100% |
| TM11 | Sunny DayThe user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.▶ Entire field | Fire | — | — |
| TM15 | Hyper BeamThe foe is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 150 | 90% |
| TM16 | Light ScreenA wondrous wall of light is put up to suppress damage from special attacks for five turns.▶ User’s field | Psychic | — | — |
| TM17 | ProtectIt enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.▶ User | Normal | — | — |
| TM18 | Rain DanceThe user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water- type moves.▶ Entire field | Water | — | — |
| TM21 | FrustrationA full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% |
| TM23 | Iron TailThe foe is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Steel | 100 | 75% |
| TM24 | ThunderboltA strong electric blast is loosed at the foe. It may also leave the foe paralyzed.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | 95 | 100% |
| TM25 | ThunderA wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the foe to inflict damage. It may also leave the target paralyzed.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | 120 | 70% |
| TM27 | ReturnA full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% |
| TM28 | DigThe user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.▶ Selected Pokémon | Ground | 80 | 100% |
| TM30 | Shadow BallThe user hurls a shadowy blob at the foe. It may also lower the foe’s Sp. Def stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Ghost | 80 | 100% |
| TM32 | Double TeamBy moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.▶ User | Normal | — | — |
| TM34 | Shock WaveThe user strikes the foe with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack cannot be evaded.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | 60 | — |
| TM42 | FacadeAn attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 70 | 100% |
| TM43 | Secret PowerThe user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 70 | 100% |
| TM44 | RestThe user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.▶ User | Psychic | — | — |
| TM45 | AttractIf it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% |
| TM57 | Charge BeamThe user fires a concentrated bundle of electricity. It may also raise the user’s Sp. Atk stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | 50 | 90% |
| TM58 | EndureThe user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.▶ User | Normal | — | — |
| TM68 | Giga ImpactThe user charges at the foe using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 150 | 90% |
| TM70 | FlashThe user flashes a light that cuts the foe’s accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% |
| TM73 | Thunder WaveA weak electric charge is launched at the foe. It causes paralysis if it hits.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | — | 100% |
| TM78 | CaptivateIf it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.▶ All opponents | Normal | — | 100% |
| TM82 | Sleep TalkWhile it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.▶ User | Normal | — | — |
| TM83 | Natural GiftThe user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% |
| TM87 | SwaggerThe user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe’s Attack stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 90% |
| TM90 | SubstituteThe user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.▶ User | Normal | — | — |
| HM04 | StrengthThe foe is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move boulders.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 80 | 100% |
| HM06 | Rock SmashThe user hits with a punch that may lower the target’s Defense. It can also smash cracked boulders.▶ Selected Pokémon | Fighting | 40 | 100% |
Tutor: HeadbuttThe user attacks with its head. It may make the foe flinch. To find Pokémon, hit trees.▶ Selected Pokémon, SwiftStar-shaped rays are shot at the foe. This attack never misses.▶ All opponents, SnoreAn attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the foe flinch.▶ Selected Pokémon, Mud-SlapThe user hurls mud in the foe’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.▶ Selected Pokémon, Heal BellThe user makes a soothing bell chime to heal the status problems of all the party Pokémon.▶ User and allies, Helping HandA move that boosts the power of the ally’s attack in a Double Battle.▶ Ally, Signal BeamThe user attacks with a sinister beam of light. It may also confuse the target.▶ Selected Pokémon, Last ResortThis move can be used only after the user has used all the other moves it knows in the battle.▶ Selected Pokémon, Magnet RiseThe user levitates using electrically generated magnetism for five turns.▶ User
