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Electabuzz

Electabuzz

#157 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Electric Pokémon

Electabuzz

#157 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Electric Pokémon

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

65

240

334

Attack

83

153

291

Defense

57

107

234

Sp. Atk

95

175

317

Sp. Def

85

157

295

Speed

105

193

339

Total

490

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

Smoochum

Elekid

Electabuzz normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Electabuzz sprite

Shiny

Electabuzz

Electric Pokémon

#157
Electric

Height

1.1 m (3'07")

Weight

30 kg (66.1 lbs)

Abilities

Static

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Electabuzz takes from each attacking type, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance.

Weak to

Ground

Resists

Electric

0.5×

Flying

0.5×

Steel

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Updated Johto #157
EV yield
2 Spe
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
172

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
Human-Like
Gender
75% male
25% female
Egg cycles
25 (6,400 steps)

Lore

Version-specific Pokédex entries for this Pokémon.
Pokémon HeartGold box art

HeartGold

Electricity runs across the surface of its body. In darkness, its entire body glows a whitish-blue.

Pokémon SoulSilver box art

SoulSilver

Its body constantly discharges electricity. Getting close to it will make your hair stand on end.

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Elekid

Elekid

#156

Level 30

Electabuzz

Electabuzz

#157

Electabuzz

Electabuzz

#157

ElectirizerTrade holding Electirizer
Electivire

Electivire

#466

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
HeartGold
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Route 10

Road 10

Walking in tall grass or a cave184%

During the day

Route 10

Road 10

Walking in tall grass or a cave154%

-

Route 10

Road 10

Walking in tall grass or a cave181%

During the day

Route 10

Road 10

Walking in tall grass or a cave151%

-

SoulSilver
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Route 10

Road 10

Walking in tall grass or a cave184%

During the day

Route 10

Road 10

Walking in tall grass or a cave154%

-

Route 10

Road 10

Walking in tall grass or a cave181%

During the day

Route 10

Road 10

Walking in tall grass or a cave151%

-

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

The foe is given an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The target’s Defense stat is reduced.

StartThunder ShockElectricSpecial4010030

A jolt of electricity is hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also leave the foe paralyzed.

StartQuick AttackNormalPhysical4010030

The user lunges at the foe at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.

7Thunder ShockElectricSpecial4010030

A jolt of electricity is hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also leave the foe paralyzed.

10Low KickFightingPhysical-10020

A powerful low kick that makes the foe fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier foes.

16SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Star-shaped rays are shot at the foe. This attack never misses.

19Shock WaveElectricSpecial60-20

The user strikes the foe with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack cannot be evaded.

25Light ScreenPsychicStatus--30

A wondrous wall of light is put up to suppress damage from special attacks for five turns.

28Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The foe is punched with an electrified fist. It may leave the target with paralysis.

37DischargeElectricSpecial8010015

A flare of electricity is loosed to strike all Pokémon in battle. It may also cause paralysis.

43ThunderboltElectricSpecial9510015

A strong electric blast is loosed at the foe. It may also leave the foe paralyzed.

52ScreechNormalStatus-8540

An earsplitting screech is emitted to sharply reduce the foe’s Defense stat.

58ThunderElectricSpecial1207010

A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the foe to inflict damage. It may also leave the target paralyzed.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver.
Class
Description
TM01Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-8510

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial110015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The foe is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

TM16Light ScreenPsychicStatus--30

A wondrous wall of light is put up to suppress damage from special attacks for five turns.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water- type moves.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM23Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

The foe is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

TM24ThunderboltElectricSpecial9510015

A strong electric blast is loosed at the foe. It may also leave the foe paralyzed.

TM25ThunderElectricSpecial1207010

A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the foe to inflict damage. It may also leave the target paralyzed.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM29PsychicPsychicSpecial9010010

The foe is hit by a strong telekinetic force. It may also reduce the foe’s Sp. Def stat.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with tough fists, etc. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM34Shock WaveElectricSpecial60-20

The user strikes the foe with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack cannot be evaded.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.

TM43Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

The user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

The user attacks and steals the foe’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the foe to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

TM57Charge BeamElectricSpecial509010

The user fires a concentrated bundle of electricity. It may also raise the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

TM58EndureNormalStatus--10

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the foe using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

TM70FlashNormalStatus-10020

The user flashes a light that cuts the foe’s accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.

TM73Thunder WaveElectricStatus-10020

A weak electric charge is launched at the foe. It causes paralysis if it hits.

TM78CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.

TM82Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

TM83Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The foe is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move boulders.

HM06Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user hits with a punch that may lower the target’s Defense. It can also smash cracked boulders.

HM08Rock ClimbNormalPhysical908520

A charging attack that may also leave the foe confused. It can also be used to scale rocky walls.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
Fire PunchFirePhysical7510015

The foe is punched with a fiery fist. It may leave the target with a burn.

HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

The user attacks with its head. It may make the foe flinch. To find Pokémon, hit trees.

Helping HandNormalStatus--20

A move that boosts the power of the ally’s attack in a Double Battle.

Ice PunchIcePhysical7510015

The foe is punched with an icy fist. It may leave the target frozen.

Low KickFightingPhysical-10020

A powerful low kick that makes the foe fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier foes.

Magnet RiseElectricStatus--10

The user levitates using electrically generated magnetism for five turns.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the foe’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

Signal BeamBugSpecial7510015

The user attacks with a sinister beam of light. It may also confuse the target.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the foe flinch.

SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Star-shaped rays are shot at the foe. This attack never misses.

Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The foe is punched with an electrified fist. It may leave the target with paralysis.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Static

Ability Slot 1

Contact with the Pokémon may cause paralysis.

Has a 30% chance of paralyzing attacking Pokémon on contact.

#154

Smoochum

#156

Elekid

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