Special
Power110
Accuracy70%
PP12
Primary effect
Has a 30% chance of paralyzing the target. This move never misses in rain and can hit a target that has the Sky-High status.
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Comprehensive technical breakdown of Thunderbolt move mechanics and properties.SpecialElectricthunderbolt
Thunderbolt Move Analysis: Electric Special Attacks and Battle Effects in Pokemon Champions
Thunderbolt functions as a reliable Electric-type Special attack featuring a base chance to induce paralysis against opponents in combat. Battle data reveals how this move interacts with standard targets, providing trainers with essential information to weigh its strategic utility against other available offensive options.
MoveThunderbolt
Stat profileElectric
Power90
Accuracy100%
PP16
SpecialPriority 0
Beyond its status as a foundational special move, evaluating Thunderbolt requires understanding its consistent damage output and inherent chance to induce paralysis.Special stats
Thunderbolt: Analyzing the Competitive Profile and Tactical Utility of this Electric-Type Special Attack
Thunderbolt functions as a core Electric-type special attack capable of hitting individual targets with precision. Its primary utility stems from the standard damage profile combined with a reliable 10% chance to inflict paralysis status. Players evaluating this move should consider how its non-contact nature interacts with defensive setups and potential status-based battle disruption.
Electric TypeSpecial CategorySingle TargetStatus EffectBattle Utility
Power
90
Accuracy
100%
Priority
0
Effect rate
10%
Battle effectTarget · normal
Has a 10% chance of paralyzing the target.
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Mastering Thunderbolt Mechanics Through Interaction Flags and Battle Traits
Understanding how Thunderbolt functions requires analyzing its core mechanical profile beyond raw damage output. These specific interaction flags define how the attack bypasses or triggers defensive abilities, identifying it as a non-contact, non-projectile strike. Recognizing these technical traits allows for more precise anticipation of how Thunderbolt behaves against unique opponent defensive patterns.
Special AttackElectric TypeBattle FlagsInteraction ProfileMechanical Logic
Makes contactSound-basedPunch moveBiting moveSlicing moveBullet moveWind movePowder moveDefrosts on useBlocked by Protect/Detect
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Comprehensive Roster Distribution for the Thunderbolt Move Set
Examine the extensive list of Pokemon capable of utilizing Thunderbolt to identify key special attackers within the current competitive meta. Connecting this move to specific species reveals essential patterns in roster integration, helping trainers optimize their team compositions based on reliable electric-type coverage and secondary paralysis utility.
Move LearnsetsRoster IntegrationElectric CoverageSpecial Attackers
Analyze how varying power levels, secondary effects, and accuracy trade-offs shape your current offensive strategy.6 suggestions · Electric · Special
Evaluate Thunderbolt Alongside Alternative Electric-Type Special Attacks
Examine moves with similar special damage profiles to determine if Thunderbolt provides the ideal balance of reliability and utility for your team composition. Comparing these options allows for a precise evaluation of how specific paralysis chances or increased damage thresholds might alter your approach in standard combat scenarios across various competitive formats.
Move ComparisonSpecial AttacksElectric Type UtilityCombat MechanicsStrategic Analysis
Special
Power50
Accuracy90%
PP12
Primary effect
Has a 70% chance of boosting the user's Sp. Atk stat by 1 stage.
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Special
Power—
Accuracy100%
PP12
Primary effect
The higher the user's Speed stat compared to the target's the greater this move's power (ranging between 40 and 150).
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Special
Power70
Accuracy100%
PP20
Primary effect
After attacking the user switches out of battle to be replaced by another party Pokémon.
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Continue investigating various Electric-type moves or compare Thunderbolt alongside other Special category attacks to refine team synergy and optimize combat performance during challenging battles.
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