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Volbeat in Pokémon X & Y

#133 in the X and Y Pokédex • Firefly Pokémon

Volbeat in the National Pokédex
Volbeat sprite

Normal

Shiny Volbeat sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Pokémon X

It communicates with others by lighting up its rear at night. It loves Illumise’s sweet aroma.

Pokémon Y

It lives around clean ponds. At night, its rear lights up. It converses with others by flashing its light.

Pokémon details

Type

Bug

Category

Firefly Pokémon

Height

0.7 m (2'04")

Weight

17.7 kg (39 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0313

Pokédex

#133

Volbeat in Other Games

National Dex page

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

Min

Max

HP

65

240

334

Attack

73

135

269

Defense

55

103

229

Sp. Atk

47

89

212

Sp. Def

75

139

273

Speed

85

157

295

Total

400

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.

Type-only matchups for Volbeat, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Central Kalos #133
EV yield
1 Spe
Catch rate
150
Base Exp.
140

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
100% male
0% female
Egg cycles
15

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
Volbeat

Volbeat

#133

No evolutions

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

Route 7

Road 7

Walking in tall grass or a cave1310%

-

Route 7

Road 7

Walking in yellow flowers1310%

-

Route 7

Road 7

Walking in purple flowers1310%

-

Friend Safari

Friend Safari (Bug)

Walking in tall grass or a cave30-

Randomly assigned to Friend Safari Slot 2, Requires a registered 3DS friend. Each unlocked encounter slot has equal probability: 50% with two slots or approximately 33.3% with three. The candidate depends on that friend’s Safari.

Route 7

Route 7 Berry fields

Shaking Berry tree14-15-

Shaking Berry tree in Route 7 Berry fields.

Y
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Route 7

Road 7

Walking in tall grass or a cave1310%

-

Route 7

Road 7

Walking in yellow flowers1310%

-

Route 7

Road 7

Walking in purple flowers1310%

-

Friend Safari

Friend Safari (Bug)

Walking in tall grass or a cave30-

Randomly assigned to Friend Safari Slot 2, Requires a registered 3DS friend. Each unlocked encounter slot has equal probability: 50% with two slots or approximately 33.3% with three. The candidate depends on that friend’s Safari.

Route 7

Route 7 Berry fields

Shaking Berry tree14-15-

Shaking Berry tree in Route 7 Berry fields.

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
StartTackle

A physical attack in which the user charges and slams into the target with its whole body.

Normal5010035
StartFlash

The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy.

Normal-10020
5Double Team

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

Normal--15
9Confuse Ray

The target is exposed to a sinister ray that triggers confusion.

Ghost-10010
13Moonlight

The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather.

Fairy--5
17Quick Attack

The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes it almost invisible. This move always goes first.

Normal4010030
21Tail Glow

The user stares at flashing lights to focus its mind, drastically raising its Sp. Atk stat.

Bug--20
25Signal Beam

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

Bug7510015
29Protect

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

Normal--10
33Helping Hand

The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally’s attack.

Normal--20
37Zen Headbutt

The user focuses its willpower to its head and attacks the target. This may also make the target flinch.

Psychic809015
41Bug Buzz

The user vibrates its wings to generate a damaging sound wave. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

Bug9010010
45Double-Edge

A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the user quite a lot.

Normal12010015

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon X and Y.
Class
TM06Toxic

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

Poison-9010
TM10Hidden Power

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

Normal6010015
TM11Sunny Day

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

Fire--5
TM16Light Screen

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

Psychic--30
TM17Protect

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

Normal--10
TM18Rain Dance

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

Water--5
TM19Roost

The user lands and rests its body. It restores the user’s HP by up to half of its max HP.

Flying--10
TM21Frustration

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

Normal-10020
TM22Solar Beam

A two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the next turn.

Grass12010010
TM24Thunderbolt

A strong electric blast crashes down on the target. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Electric9010015
TM25Thunder

A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Electric1107010
TM27Return

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

Normal-10020
TM30Shadow Ball

The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

Ghost8010015
TM31Brick Break

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.

Fighting7510015
TM32Double Team

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

Normal--15
TM40Aerial Ace

The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses.

Flying60-20
TM42Facade

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

Normal7010020
TM44Rest

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

Psychic--10
TM45Attract

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

Normal-10015
TM46Thief

The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it already holds an item.

Dark6010025
TM48Round

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

Normal6010015
TM56Fling

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item.

Dark-10010
TM57Charge Beam

The user attacks with an electric charge. The user may use any remaining electricity to raise its Sp. Atk stat.

Electric509010
TM62Acrobatics

The user nimbly strikes the target. If the user is not holding an item, this attack inflicts massive damage.

Flying5510015
TM70Flash

The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy.

Normal-10020
TM73Thunder Wave

The user launches a weak jolt of electricity that paralyzes the target.

Electric-10020
TM76Struggle Bug

While resisting, the user attacks the opposing Pokémon. This lowers the Sp. Atk stat of those hit.

Bug5010020
TM77Psych Up

The user hypnotizes itself into copying any stat change made by the target.

Normal--10
TM87Swagger

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

Normal-9015
TM88Sleep Talk

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

Normal--10
TM89U-turn

After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.

Bug7010020
TM90Substitute

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

Normal--10
TM98Power-Up Punch

Striking opponents over and over makes the user’s fists harder. Hitting a target raises the Attack stat.

Fighting4010020
TM99Dazzling Gleam

The user damages opposing Pokémon by emitting a powerful flash.

Fairy8010010
TM100Confide

The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.

Normal--20

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Baton Pass

The user switches places with a party Pokémon in waiting and passes along any stat changes.

Normal--40
Bug Buzz

The user vibrates its wings to generate a damaging sound wave. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

Bug9010010
Dizzy Punch

The target is hit with rhythmically launched punches. This may also leave the target confused.

Normal7010010
Encore

The user compels the target to keep using only the move it last used for three turns.

Normal-1005
Seismic Toss

The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user’s level.

Fighting-10020
Silver Wind

The target is attacked with powdery scales blown by wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats.

Bug601005
Trick

The user catches the target off guard and swaps its held item with its own.

Psychic-10010

These require the labeled trade, transfer or breeding route. Generation III/IV imports must first reach Generation V; Virtual Console Pokémon cannot be imported into X/Y. Kyurem must be unfused for transfer. Individual options do not certify every four-move combination.
Class
Acquisition source
Air Cutter

The user launches razor-like wind to slash the opposing Pokémon. Critical hits land more easily.

Flying609525

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Body Slam

The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Normal8510015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Bug Bite

The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

Bug6010020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Bug Bite

The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

Bug6010020

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Captivate

If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its Sp. Atk stat.

Normal-10020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Counter

A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken.

Fighting-10020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Dynamic Punch

The user punches the target with full, concentrated power. This confuses the target if it hits.

Fighting100505

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Endure

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

Normal--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Focus Punch

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before it is used.

Fighting15010020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Focus Punch

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before it is used.

Fighting15010020

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Giga Drain

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

Grass7510010

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Giga Drain

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

Grass7510010

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Ice Punch

The target is punched with an icy fist. This may also leave the target frozen.

Ice7510015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Ice Punch

The target is punched with an icy fist. This may also leave the target frozen.

Ice7510015

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Mega Kick

The target is attacked by a kick launched with muscle-packed power.

Normal120755

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Mega Punch

The target is slugged by a punch thrown with muscle-packed power.

Normal808520

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Metronome

The user waggles a finger and stimulates its brain into randomly using nearly any move.

Normal--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Mimic

The user copies the target’s last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.

Normal--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Mud-Slap

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

Ground2010010

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Natural Gift

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines the move’s type and power.

Normal-10015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Ominous Wind

The user blasts the target with a gust of repulsive wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

Ghost601005

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Play Rough

The user plays rough with the target and attacks it. This may also lower the target’s Attack stat.

Fairy909010

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Secret Power

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

Normal7010020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Secret Power

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

Normal7010020

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Shock Wave

The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack never misses.

Electric60-20

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Shock Wave

The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack never misses.

Electric60-20

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Snore

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

Normal5010015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Snore

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

Normal5010015

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

String Shot

The opposing Pokémon are bound with silk blown from the user’s mouth that harshly lowers the Speed stat.

Bug-9540

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Swift

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

Normal60-20

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Tailwind

The user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that ups the Speed stat of the user and its allies for four turns.

Flying--15

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Tailwind

The user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that ups the Speed stat of the user and its allies for four turns.

Flying--15

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Thunder Punch

The target is punched with an electrified fist. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Electric7510015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Thunder Punch

The target is punched with an electrified fist. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Electric7510015

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Water Pulse

The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

Water6010020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Water Pulse

The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

Water6010020

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Illuminate

Ability Slot 1

Raises the likelihood of meeting wild Pokémon.

Doubles the wild encounter rate.

Swarm

Ability Slot 2

Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon is in trouble.

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 non-damaging moves' priority by one stage.

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