Voltorb.
BST 330 · electric
Voltorb is weak to Ground and resists Electric, Flying, Steel.
Voltorb base stats
BST 330 · ranges at level 100Voltorb weaknesses and resistances
damage taken from each attacking typeVoltorb abilities
3 total · 1 hiddenVoltorb evolution line
2 stagesVoltorb evolves into Electrode: level it up to 30 or higher. How to evolve Voltorb, every game
Best Voltorb moves
gen 9 learnset · sorted by base powerVoltorb moves
gen 9 · 64 moves · 18 level-up · 33 TM/HM · 2 egg · 11 tutorVoltorb Pokédex entries
8 generations · newest firstAn enigmatic Pokémon that happens to bear a resemblance to a Poké Ball. When excited, it discharges the electric current it has stored in its belly, then lets out a great, uproarious laugh.
It is said to camouflage itself as a Poké Ball. It will self-destruct with very little stimulus.
It was discovered when Poké Balls were introduced. It is said that there is some connection.
Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a Poké Ball, it has zapped many people.
Voltorb was first sighted at a company that manufactures Poké Balls. The link between that sighting and the fact that this Pokémon looks very similar to a Poké Ball remains a mystery.
Voltorb is extremely sensitive—it explodes at the slightest of shocks. It is rumored that it was first created when a Poké Ball was exposed to a powerful pulse of energy.
It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch.
It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on contact.
It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch.
It rolls to move. If the ground is uneven, a sudden jolt from hitting a bump can cause it to explode.
It was discovered when Poké Balls were introduced. It is said that there is some connection.
VOLTORB was first sighted at a company that manufactures POKé BALLS. The link between that sighting and the fact that this POKéMON looks very similar to a POKé BALL remains a mystery.
VOLTORB is extremely sensitive - it explodes at the slightest of shocks. It is rumored that it was first created when a POKé BALL was exposed to a powerful pulse of energy.
It bears an uncanny and unexplained resemblance to a POKé BALL. Because it explodes at the slightest shock, even veteran TRAINERS treat it with caution.
A life-form whose identity is unknown. It is said to SCREECH or suddenly SELFDESTRUCT.
Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a POKé BALL, it has zapped many people.
It rolls to move. If the ground is uneven, a sudden jolt from hitting a bump can cause it to explode.
It was discovered when POKé BALLS were introduced. It is said that there is some connection.
During the study of this POKéMON, it was discovered that its compo nents are not found in nature.
Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a POKé BALL, they have zapped many people.
It is said to camouflage itself as a POKé BALL. It will self-destruct with very little stimulus.
Voltorb species data
gen I species · breeding and trainingAbout Voltorb
Voltorb is a Electric-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1 (Kanto). An enigmatic Pokémon that happens to bear a resemblance to a Poké Ball. When excited, it discharges the electric current it has stored in its belly, then lets out a great, uproarious laugh. Voltorb stands 0.5 m (1'08") tall and weighs 10.4 kg (22.9 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Voltorb base stats
Voltorb has a base stat total of 330, which is low, indicating a pre-evolution or utility-focused Pokémon. Its highest stat is Speed at 100 (very good), while its lowest is Attack at 30 (poor). Voltorb is fast with a base Speed of 100.
Voltorb weaknesses and resistances
As a Electric-type, Voltorb is weak to Ground-type moves, resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type attacks. This gives Voltorb 1 weakness, 3 resistances, and 0 immunities.
Voltorb abilities
Voltorb's abilities include Static, Soundproof, Aftermath. Static has a 30% chance of paralyzing attacking Pokémon on contact.. Soundproof protects against sound-based moves. Its Hidden Ability is Aftermath, which damages the attacker for 1/4 its max HP when knocked out by a contact move.
Voltorb moves and learnset
Voltorb can learn 64 moves in Generation 9, including 18 by leveling up, 33 via TM/HM, 2 through breeding, and 11 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Thunder (Electric, 110 power), Thunderbolt (Electric, 90 power), Wild Charge (Electric, 90 power), Discharge (Electric, 80 power). For coverage, Voltorb can learn Explosion (Normal), Self Destruct (Normal), Double Edge (Normal).
Training Voltorb
Voltorb has a capture rate of 190 (74.5%), making it relatively easy to catch. Defeating Voltorb yields 1 Speed EV. It has a medium growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Voltorb belongs to the Mineral egg group. Voltorb is part of a 2-stage evolution line (Voltorb → Electrode). Wild Voltorb may be found holding Magnet.
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Voltorb. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Voltorb, or use the team builder to see how Voltorb fits into your squad.
