Trystan Casey
Electric-type Pokémon are one of the seventeen elements in the Pokémon universe. Some good electric-type Pokémon in HeartGold and SoulSilver include Electivire, Magnezone, and Jolteon. Ampharos is also a popular choice, despite its low defense and speed, as it can be obtained early on and used to beat Falkner.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Good Electric-type Pokémon | Electivire, Magnezone, Jolteon, Electabuzz, Magneton, Ampharos, Electrode, Raikou |
| Ampharos's strengths | Static Ability, Discharge attack Move |
| Ampharos's weaknesses | Slow, fragile Defense |
| Magnezone's strengths | Huge Sp. Attack stat, good Defense, decent Sp.Defense |
| Magnezone's weaknesses | Average Speed |
| Jolteon's strengths | Fast, great Sp.Atk, Volt Absorb Ability |
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What You'll Learn
Ampharos
In Pokémon SoulSilver, you can find Mareep on Routes 32, 42, and 43. You can evolve Mareep into Flaaffy at level 15, and then into Ampharos at level 30. Ampharos has a variety of moves that it can learn, such as Discharge, Power Gem, Focus Blast, and Signal Beam. It also has compatibility with certain Technical Machines in different Pokémon games.
Overall, Ampharos is a powerful and accessible Electric-type Pokémon in SoulSilver. With its strong stats, useful moves, and early availability, it is a favourite among players and a great addition to any team. Its evolution line from Mareep to Flaaffy and finally Ampharos makes it a versatile Pokémon that can be obtained and utilized effectively throughout the game.
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Electivire
In Pokémon SoulSilver, the Electirizer item can be found in Cerulean Cave. This is the only way to obtain an Electivire in the game, as it is not available in the wild. Therefore, to get an Electivire, you will need to trade for an Electabuzz and then level it up in the Cerulean Cave to evolve it into Electivire.
In terms of stats, Electivire has high attack and special attack stats, making it a powerful choice for offensive teams. It also has decent speed, allowing it to outpace many opponents. However, its defence and special defence stats are relatively low, so it may struggle against strong physical or special attackers.
Overall, Electivire is a powerful Electric-type Pokémon that can be a valuable addition to any team in Pokémon SoulSilver. With its high attack stats and diverse moveset, it can be a versatile and effective fighter.
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Magnezone
In Pokémon SoulSilver, Magnezone cannot be evolved from Magneton as there is no area in Kanto or Johto with a special magnetic field. To evolve Magneton into Magnezone, it must be traded from Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum.
In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Magnezone learns moves through breeding or picnics. In Generation IV, Magnezone has a base experience yield of 211, which increased to 241 in Generations 5-7. Magnezone has a base Friendship value of 70 in Generations 4-7.
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Jolteon
To get a Jolteon in SoulSilver, you must first obtain an Eevee. Eevee is unique in that it has several evolutions, and to get a Jolteon, you must use a Thunder Stone on your Eevee. You can find the Thunder Stone in your bag, and once you use it on Eevee, it will evolve into the Electric-type Jolteon.
To prepare your Eevee for evolution into Jolteon, you should aim to increase its friendship level. You can do this by battling with your Eevee without letting it faint, keeping it in your party, giving it berries and Protein, and taking it to the National Park. You can check your Eevee's friendship level by talking to the Friendship Checker in Goldenrod City, north of the Bike Shop on the east side of town. If she confirms that your Eevee is happy and loves you, it's ready to evolve.
It's important to note that the time of day when you level up your Eevee matters. If you level up your Eevee between 4:00 AM and 8:00 PM, it will be more likely to evolve into Espeon. However, if you level up your Eevee outside of this time range, it may evolve into an Umbreon instead.
Once you have your Jolteon, you can focus on training it. Jolteon is a Special Attack-based Pokémon, and moves like Thunderbolt or Thunder are very effective. Thunderbolt is recommended for its better accuracy and PP. You can also teach it other special type moves if you have the right TMs, such as Shadow Ball.
For efficient training, consider finding the highest-level water areas and grinding out experience there. You can spam the "A" button while moving left and right in the water to speed up the process.
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Electabuzz
In Pokémon SoulSilver, Electabuzz can be found on Route 10 and in the Safari Zone's Forest area after placing four Peak Objects in the area.
In Pokémon Trozei!, Electabuzz can be found at Secret Storage 7 and Mr. Who's Den. In the Mystery Dungeon games, Electabuzz can be obtained by evolving an Elekid, and it appears at Amp Plains 10F & I1F-9F. In Mystery Dungeon 3, Electabuzz is exclusive to the Light Adventure Squad and can be found at Light Summit 11F-20F.
In Pokémon Ranger, Electabuzz appears at Team Go-Go Headquarters, and in Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia, they are found more frequently at the Cargo Ship, Chroma Ruins, and Altru Building. In Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs, Electabuzz inhabits the Second Floor of Mt. Layuda's Interior in the Present but is not found in the Past Missions.
In Pokémon Rumble Blast, Electabuzz can be found at Firebreathing Mountain Factory 3-3 and World Axle Factory B2. In Pokémon Red, Electabuzz appears at the Power Plant, and in Gold, Silver, and Crystal, it can be found on Route 10 outside the Power Plant.
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Frequently asked questions
You can get a Mareep before the first gym, and it can help you beat Falkner.
Electivire has an excellent attack stat backed up by decent speed. Magnezone also has a high special attack stat and many resistances.
Jolteon is one of the faster Electric-type Pokémon. It also has a great special attack stat.
Electrode has the Motor Drive ability, which increases its speed when targeted by Electric-type attacks.
Ampharos has low defense but its Static Ability and Discharge attack Move can be useful against Gyms. Raikou is also a good choice if you can catch it.
