Thunderbolt
Electric-type special move in Pokémon Black and White.
Flavor

SpecialA strong electric blast is loosed at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
Machines
Learners
| Pokémon | Type | Level |
|---|---|---|
![]() Raichu #26 | ![]() | Start |
![]() Zekrom #150 | ![]() ![]() | 22 |
![]() Pikachu #25 | ![]() | 29 |
![]() Eelektrik #109 | ![]() | 44 |
![]() Stunfisk #124 | ![]() ![]() | 45 |
![]() Elekid #239 | ![]() | 46 |
![]() Electabuzz #125 | ![]() | 50 |
![]() Electivire #466 | ![]() | 50 |
Learners
| Pokémon | Type | Method |
|---|---|---|
![]() Victini #0 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Patrat #10 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Watchog #11 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Lillipup #12 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Herdier #13 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Stoutland #14 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Rattata #19 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Raticate #20 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Pikachu #25 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Raichu #26 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Blitzle #28 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Zebstrika #29 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Nidoran♀ #29 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Nidorina #30 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Nidoqueen #31 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Nidoran♂ #32 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Nidorino #33 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Nidoking #34 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Clefairy #35 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Clefable #36 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Audino #37 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Jigglypuff #39 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Wigglytuff #40 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Meowth #52 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Persian #53 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Mankey #56 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Primeape #57 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Garbodor #75 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Minccino #78 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Cinccino #79 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Gothita #80 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Gothorita #81 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Magnemite #81 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Gothitelle #82 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Magneton #82 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Grimer #88 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Muk #89 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Gastly #92 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Haunter #93 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Emolga #93 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Gengar #94 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Voltorb #100 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Electrode #101 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Joltik #101 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Galvantula #102 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Ferroseed #103 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Ferrothorn #104 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Klink #105 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Klang #106 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Klinklang #107 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Lickitung #108 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Koffing #109 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Eelektrik #109 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Weezing #110 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Eelektross #110 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Elgyem #111 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Rhyhorn #111 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Beheeyem #112 | ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Rhydon #112 | ![]() ![]() | TM/HM |
![]() Chansey #113 | ![]() | TM/HM |

SpecialThunderbolt
Electric-type move
Move #
85
Introduced
Generation I
Power
95
Accuracy
100
PP
15
Priority
0
Machine
TM24
Related
| Move | Type | Class | TM/HM | Power | Acc. | PP | Pokémon | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolt Strike | ![]() | Physical | - | 130 | 85 | 5 | 1 | The user charges its target, surrounding itself with a great amount of electricity. It may leave the target with paralysis. |
| Charge | ![]() | Status | - | - | - | 20 | 30 | The user boosts the power of the Electric move it uses on the next turn. It also raises the user’s Sp. Def stat. |
| Charge Beam | ![]() | Special | 50 | 90 | 10 | 146 | The user attacks with an electric charge. The user may use any remaining electricity to raise its Sp. Atk stat. | |
| Discharge | ![]() | Special | - | 80 | 100 | 15 | 46 | A flare of electricity is loosed to strike the area around the user. It may also cause paralysis. |
| Electro Ball | ![]() | Special | - | - | 100 | 10 | 27 | The user hurls an electric orb at the target. The faster the user is than the target, the greater the damage. |
| Electroweb | ![]() | Special | - | 55 | 95 | 15 | 3 | The user captures and attacks opposing Pokémon by using an electric net. It reduces the targets’ Speed stat. |
| Fusion Bolt | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 100 | 5 | 1 | The user throws down a giant thunderbolt. This attack does greater damage when influenced by an enormous flame. |
| Magnet Rise | ![]() | Status | - | - | - | 10 | 15 | The user levitates using electrically generated magnetism for five turns. |
| Shock Wave | ![]() | Special | - | 60 | - | 20 | 17 | The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack cannot be evaded. |
| Spark | ![]() | Physical | - | 65 | 100 | 20 | 23 | The user throws an electrically charged tackle at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis. |
| Thunder | ![]() | Special | 120 | 70 | 10 | 171 | A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis. | |
| Thunder Fang | ![]() | Physical | - | 65 | 95 | 15 | 32 | The user bites with electrified fangs. It may also make the target flinch or leave it with paralysis. |
| Thunder Punch | ![]() | Physical | - | 75 | 100 | 15 | 21 | The target is punched with an electrified fist. It may also leave the target with paralysis. |
| Thunder Shock | ![]() | Special | - | 40 | 100 | 30 | 27 | A jolt of electricity is hurled at the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis. |
| Thunder Wave | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 20 | 196 | A weak electric charge is launched at the target. It causes paralysis if it hits. | |
| Volt Switch | ![]() | Special | 70 | 100 | 20 | 49 | After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting. | |
| Volt Tackle | ![]() | Physical | - | 120 | 100 | 15 | 1 | The user electrifies itself, then charges. It causes considerable damage to the user and may leave the target with paralysis. |
| Wild Charge | ![]() | Physical | 90 | 100 | 15 | 72 | The user shrouds itself in electricity and smashes into its target. It also damages the user a little. | |
| Zap Cannon | ![]() | Special | - | 120 | 50 | 5 | 18 | The user fires an electric blast like a cannon to inflict damage and cause paralysis. |











































































































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