Volbeat
#313 in the National Pokédex • Firefly Pokémon
Details
Type

Category
Height
Weight
National Pokédex
Pokédex
Stats
Min
Max
HP
65
240
334
Attack
73
135
269
Defense
75
139
273
Sp. Atk
47
89
212
Sp. Def
85
157
295
Speed
85
157
295
Total
430
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.
Growth
| Pokédexes | - |
|---|---|
| EV yield | 1 Spe |
| Catch rate | 150 |
| Base Exp. | 151 |
Eggs
| Egg groups | |
|---|---|
| Gender | 100% male 0% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 |
Moon
SunMoves
| Class | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start | Tackle | ![]() | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 | A physical attack in which the user charges and slams into the target with its whole body. |
| Start | Flash | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 20 | The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy. |
| 5 | Double Team | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness. |
| 8 | Confuse Ray | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 10 | The target is exposed to a sinister ray that triggers confusion. |
| 12 | Quick Attack | ![]() | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 | The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes it almost invisible. This move always goes first. |
| 15 | Struggle Bug | ![]() | Special | 50 | 100 | 20 | While resisting, the user attacks the opposing Pokémon. This lowers the Sp. Atk stat of those hit. |
| 19 | Moonlight | ![]() | Status | - | - | 5 | The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather. |
| 22 | Tail Glow | ![]() | Status | - | - | 20 | The user stares at flashing lights to focus its mind, drastically raising its Sp. Atk stat. |
| 26 | Signal Beam | ![]() | Special | 75 | 100 | 15 | The user attacks with a sinister beam of light. This may also confuse the target. |
| 29 | Protect | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. |
| 33 | Zen Headbutt | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 | The user focuses its willpower to its head and attacks the target. This may also make the target flinch. |
| 36 | Helping Hand | ![]() | Status | - | - | 20 | The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally’s attack. |
| 40 | Bug Buzz | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | The user generates a damaging sound wave by vibration. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat. |
| 43 | Play Rough | ![]() | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 | The user plays rough with the target and attacks it. This may also lower the target’s Attack stat. |
| 47 | Double-Edge | ![]() | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 | A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the user quite a lot. |
| 50 | Infestation | ![]() | Special | 20 | 100 | 20 | The target is infested and attacked for four to five turns. The target can’t flee during this time. |
Machines
| Class | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM06 | Toxic | ![]() | Status | - | 90 | 10 | A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn. |
| TM10 | Hidden Power | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it. |
| TM11 | Sunny Day | ![]() | Status | - | - | 5 | The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of Water-type moves. |
| TM16 | Light Screen | ![]() | Status | - | - | 30 | A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage from special attacks for five turns. |
| TM17 | Protect | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. |
| TM18 | Rain Dance | ![]() | Status | - | - | 5 | The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers the power of Fire-type moves. |
| TM19 | Roost | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | The user lands and rests its body. It restores the user’s HP by up to half of its max HP. |
| TM21 | Frustration | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 20 | This full-power attack grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer. |
| TM22 | Solar Beam | ![]() | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 | In this two-turn attack, the user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the next turn. |
| TM24 | Thunderbolt | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 | A strong electric blast crashes down on the target. This may also leave the target with paralysis. |
| TM25 | Thunder | ![]() | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 | A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis. |
| TM27 | Return | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 20 | This full-power attack grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer. |
| TM30 | Shadow Ball | ![]() | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 | The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat. |
| TM31 | Brick Break | ![]() | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 | The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect. |
| TM32 | Double Team | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness. |
| TM40 | Aerial Ace | ![]() | Physical | 60 | - | 20 | The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses. |
| TM42 | Facade | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed. |
| TM44 | Rest | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions. |
| TM45 | Attract | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 15 | If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack. |
| TM46 | Thief | ![]() | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 | The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it already holds an item. |
| TM48 | Round | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack. |
| TM56 | Fling | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 10 | The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item. |
| TM57 | Charge Beam | ![]() | Special | 50 | 90 | 10 | The user attacks with an electric charge. The user may use any remaining electricity to raise its Sp. Atk stat. |
| TM62 | Acrobatics | ![]() | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 | The user nimbly strikes the target. If the user is not holding an item, this attack inflicts massive damage. |
| TM73 | Thunder Wave | ![]() | Status | - | 90 | 20 | The user launches a weak jolt of electricity that paralyzes the target. |
| TM77 | Psych Up | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | The user hypnotizes itself into copying any stat change made by the target. |
| TM83 | Infestation | ![]() | Special | 20 | 100 | 20 | The target is infested and attacked for four to five turns. The target can’t flee during this time. |
| TM87 | Swagger | ![]() | Status | - | 85 | 15 | The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat. |
| TM88 | Sleep Talk | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. |
| TM89 | U-turn | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting. |
| TM90 | Substitute | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy. |
| TM99 | Dazzling Gleam | ![]() | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 | The user damages opposing Pokémon by emitting a powerful flash. |
| TM100 | Confide | ![]() | Status | - | - | 20 | The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat. |
Breeding
| Class | Description | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Pass | ![]() | Status | - | - | 40 | The user switches places with a party Pokémon in waiting and passes along any stat changes. |
| Bug Buzz | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | The user generates a damaging sound wave by vibration. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat. |
| Dizzy Punch | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 10 | The target is hit with rhythmically launched punches. This may also leave the target confused. |
| Encore | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 5 | The user compels the target to keep using the move it encored for three turns. |
| Seismic Toss | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 20 | The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user’s level. |
| Silver Wind | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 | The target is attacked with powdery scales blown by the wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats. |
| Trick | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 10 | The user catches the target off guard and swaps its held item with its own. |
| Class | Acquisition source | Description | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Cutter | ![]() | Special | 60 | 95 | 25 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user launches razor-like wind to slash the opposing Pokémon. Critical hits land more easily. |
| Body Slam | ![]() | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis. |
| Bug Bite | ![]() | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect. |
| Bug Bite | ![]() | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect. |
| Captivate | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its Sp. Atk stat. |
| Counter | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken. |
| Defog | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | A strong wind blows away the target’s barriers such as Reflect or Light Screen. This also lowers the target’s evasiveness. |
| Dynamic Punch | ![]() | Physical | 100 | 50 | 5 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user punches the target with full, concentrated power. This confuses the target if it hits. |
| Endure | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. |
| Focus Punch | ![]() | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before it is used. |
| Focus Punch | ![]() | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before it is used. |
| Giga Drain | ![]() | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. |
| Giga Drain | ![]() | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. |
| Ice Punch | ![]() | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The target is punched with an icy fist. This may also leave the target frozen. |
| Ice Punch | ![]() | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | The target is punched with an icy fist. This may also leave the target frozen. |
| Lunge | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | The user makes a lunge at the target, attacking with full force. This also lowers the target’s Attack stat. |
| Mega Kick | ![]() | Physical | 120 | 75 | 5 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The target is attacked by a kick launched with muscle-packed power. |
| Mega Punch | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 85 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The target is slugged by a punch thrown with muscle-packed power. |
| Metronome | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user waggles a finger and stimulates its brain into randomly using nearly any move. |
| Mimic | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user copies the target’s last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out. |
| Mud-Slap | ![]() | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy. |
| Natural Gift | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 15 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines the move’s type and power. |
| Ominous Wind | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user blasts the target with a gust of repulsive wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats at once. |
| Power-Up Punch | ![]() | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | Striking opponents over and over makes the user’s fists harder. Hitting a target raises the Attack stat. |
| Secret Power | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The additional effects of this attack depend upon where it was used. |
| Shock Wave | ![]() | Special | 60 | - | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack never misses. |
| Shock Wave | ![]() | Special | 60 | - | 20 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack never misses. |
| Snore | ![]() | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | This attack can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch. |
| Snore | ![]() | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | This attack can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch. |
| String Shot | ![]() | Status | - | 95 | 40 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The opposing Pokémon are bound with silk blown from the user’s mouth that harshly lowers the Speed stat. |
| Swift | ![]() | Special | 60 | - | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses. |
| Tailwind | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that ups the Speed stat of the user and its allies for four turns. |
| Tailwind | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | The user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that ups the Speed stat of the user and its allies for four turns. |
| Thunder Punch | ![]() | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The target is punched with an electrified fist. This may also leave the target with paralysis. |
| Thunder Punch | ![]() | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | The target is punched with an electrified fist. This may also leave the target with paralysis. |
| Water Pulse | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target. |
| Water Pulse | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 | Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves | The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target. |
Traits
Illuminate
Ability Slot 1
Raises the likelihood of meeting wild Pokémon by illuminating the surroundings.
Doubles the wild encounter rate.
Swarm
Ability Slot 2
Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low.
Strengthens Bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Prankster(Hidden Ability)
Gives priority to a status move.
Raises status-move priority by one stage; opposing Dark types are immune.









































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