Pokédex

Volbeat Stats, Weaknesses & Evolution

Volbeat official artwork

Volbeat (#0313) is a Bug-type Firefly Pokémon introduced in Generation 3. It stands 0.7 m tall, weighs 17.7 kg and has a base stat total of 430, with its highest base stat in Sp. Def (85). Its abilities are Illuminate and Swarm, with Prankster as its Hidden Ability. Volbeat is weak to Fire, Flying, and Rock attacks.

Volbeat’s tail glows like a lightbulb. With other Volbeat, it uses its tail to draw geometric shapes in the night sky. This Pokémon loves the sweet aroma given off by Illumise.

Volbeat base stats

  • HP: 65
  • Attack: 73
  • Defense: 75
  • Sp. Atk: 47
  • Sp. Def: 85
  • Speed: 85
  • Total: 430

Abilities

  • Illuminate
  • Swarm
  • Prankster (Hidden)

Volbeat type weaknesses & resistances

Weak to

  • Fire (2x)
  • Flying (2x)
  • Rock (2x)

Resists

  • Grass (0.5x)
  • Fighting (0.5x)
  • Ground (0.5x)

Volbeat level-up moveset

  • Lv. 1: Tackle
  • Lv. 5: Double Team
  • Lv. 8: Confuse Ray
  • Lv. 12: Quick Attack
  • Lv. 15: Struggle Bug
  • Lv. 19: Moonlight
  • Lv. 22: Tail Glow
  • Lv. 26: Protect
  • Lv. 29: Zen Headbutt
  • Lv. 33: Helping Hand
  • Lv. 36: Bug Buzz
  • Lv. 40: Play Rough
  • Lv. 43: Double Edge
  • Lv. 47: Infestation