All Electric-type Pokemon weaknesses & resistances

Pikachu represents Electric-type Pokemon, which explains the type’s popularity among fans. From Zapdos and Raikou to Zekrom and Thundurus, there are plenty of amazing creatures you can catch, so here are all the Electric-type Pokemon weaknesses, strengths, resistances, and best counters.

There are many reasons why Electric is considered a very powerful Pokemon type. It is the only type that can have no weaknesses at all in certain situations and has been paired with all other types except Fighting.

Electric-type Pokemon have low HP but they are some of the quickest damage dealers out there. In most Gym battles and other team encounters, you’ll benefit from having a Pokemon with thundering powers by your side.

You’ll need to beat Electric-type Pokemon to catch them, though, so here’s a rundown of their weaknesses, strengths, and resistances.

• What are Electric-type Pokemon?
• All Electric-type Pokemon weaknesses
• All Electric-type Pokemon resistances
• Best counters for Electric-type Pokemon

What are Electric-type Pokemon?

Electric-type Pokemon often have a lot of yellow in their designs since it’s the color of lightning in Pokemon games and anime. They can also have electricity-related names like Wattrel, Eelektrik, or Bliztle, among many others.

Electric-type Pokemon are tied with Normal types for having the fewest weaknesses, making it tough to exploit type effectiveness in battles. There’s usually at least one Electric-type specialist in mainline Pokemon games.

All Electric-type Pokemon weaknesses

Electric-type Pokemon are only weak against Ground-type moves. Since it’s their only weakness, you should pick Ground-type Pokemon that know Ground-type attacks to gain STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus). Also, Ground types are immune to Electric-type moves, so you should be safe.

Keep in mind that any Electric-type Pokemon with the Levitate Ability, the Air Balloon held item, or those who use moves like Magnet Rise or Telekinesis will be immune to Ground-type attacks.

Electric-type attacks aren’t very effective against other Electric-type Pokemon as well as Grass and Dragon types. Relying on these species with Ground-type attacks is a good strategy, but keep in mind that some Electric-type Pokemon are dual types with different weaknesses and resistances.

All Electric-type Pokemon resistances

Electric-type Pokemon can resist Flying, Steel, and Electric-type moves. From Gen 6 onward, Electric-type Pokemon can’t get paralyzed.

While Ground-type Pokemon are the best pick to fight an Electric-type, keep in mind that there are many dual types. Electric has been paired with every other type in the franchise, so you might have to take different weaknesses and resistances into account.

Best counters for Electric-type Pokemon

Groudon, Garchomp, Steelix, Zygarde, Mamoswine, and Excadrill are some of the best counters for Electric-type Pokemon. By teaching them ground moves, you can capitalize on the STAB bonus as well.

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