Zebstrika (Pokémon)

For Pokémon GO information on this species, see the game's section.
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Pokémon
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Zebstrika
Thunderbolt Pokémon
ゼブライカ
Zebraika
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Zebstrika



Images on the Bulbagarden Archives
Type
Electric Unknown
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Abilities
Lightning Rod or Motor Drive Cacophony
Cacophony
Sap Sipper
Hidden Ability
Cacophony
Hidden Ability
Cacophony
Cacophony
Gender ratio
Unknown
50% male, 50% female
Catch rate
75 (17.5%)
Breeding
Egg Group
Field
Hatch time
20 cycles
Height
5'03" 1.6 m
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Weight
175.3 lbs. 79.5 kg
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Mega Stone
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Base experience yield
Unknown
Gen. IV
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IV
174
Leveling rate
Medium Fast
EV yield
Total: 2
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Pokédex color
Black
Base friendship
70
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Zebstrika (Japanese: ゼブライカ Zebraika) is an Electric-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

It evolves from Blitzle starting at level 27.

Biology

Zebstrika is a zebra-like Pokémon. Its coat is black with white, jagged stripes all over its body. There is one pointed stripe extending from its nose, two elaborate stripes on its neck and chest, one zigzag stripe each on its jaws, back, and hindquarters, one triangular stripe on each of its thighs, and two stripes banding each of its legs. Its ears are triangular with blue insides, while its eyes are blue with yellow sclerae and white eyelashes. Its nose is black, and its hooves are gray. A white, spiked mane runs the length of its body, beginning with two horn-like extensions on its forehead and running down its back to end in a long tail with a starburst-shaped tip.

Zebstrika has an aggressive and volatile personality. This irritable Pokémon fires lightning bolts from its mane when angry. The sign of that is when its white mane illuminates in a yellow glow. Zebstrika can move as quickly as lightning, releasing thunderclaps at full gallop. Zebstrika is known to lead Blitzle herds into thunderstorms. The main reason is to use the lightning unleashed by the storm to charge up Zebstrika's herd.

Evolution

Zebstrika evolves from Blitzle.

(For specifics on this Pokémon's evolution in the games, refer to Game data→Evolution data.)

 
Unevolved
Blitzle
 Electric 

 
First evolution
Zebstrika
 Electric 


In the anime

Main series

 
Zebstrika in the anime

Major appearances

Zebstrika debuted in Reunion Battles In Nimbasa!, under the ownership of Stephan. It was revealed to have evolved from his Blitzle. It reappeared in the next episode, where it was used in a battle against Bianca and her Minccino at the Club Battle tournament and won. Zebstrika reappeared again in Strong Strategy Steals the Show!, where it battled Ash and his Palpitoad at the Vertress Conference, with the battle resulting in a tie.

In Enter Elesa, Electrifying Gym Leader!, Elesa's Zebstrika defeated Bianca's Shelmet, Minccino, and Pignite during a Gym battle. In Dazzling the Nimbasa Gym!, it was used during Elesa's Gym battle against Ash; it battled Ash's Palpitoad and lost.

Minor appearances

Multiple Zebstrika appeared in the opening sequence of Black—Victini and Reshiram.

A Trainer's Zebstrika appeared in Cilan Takes Flight!.

A Zebstrika appeared in Crisis at Ferroseed Research!.

In Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice, the Swords of Justice legend featured a Zebstrika.

In Jostling for the Junior Cup!, Simeon's Zebstrika competed in the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup. It lost to Horatio's Cinccino in the first round.

In Team Eevee and the Pokémon Rescue Squad!, multiple Zebstrika were living at a ranch at Virgil's house.

A Zebstrika appeared in a fantasy in Clemont's Got a Secret!.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry
BW039 Zebstrika Ash's Pokédex Zebstrika, the Thunderbolt Pokémon and the evolved form of Blitzle. Zebstrika can be dangerous when angry, shooting lightning in all directions from its mane. It is lightning fast and when running at full gallop, thunder echos through the air.
BW106 Zebstrika Ash's Pokédex Zebstrika, the Thunderbolt Pokémon and the evolved form of Blitzle. Zebstrika moves at lightning-quick speed, producing the sound of thunder at a full gallop.

Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer

 
Zebstrika in the animated trailer

A Zebstrika appeared in the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer, under the ownership of Elesa.

Pokémon Generations

A Zebstrika appeared in The Uprising, under the ownership of Elesa.

Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer

 
Zebstrika (center right) in the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer

In the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer, Elesa's Zebstrika was part of a team with its Trainer, as well as Sabrina and Fantina.

In the manga

 
Zebstrika in Pokémon Adventures

Be the Best! Pokémon B+W

In The Battle for More Friends!, a Pokémon Ranger used a Zebstrika with his Swanna in a Double Battle against Monta. Its Lightningrod Ability let it absorb the Electric-type attacks of Monta's Emolga. It was then defeated by a Sand Force-boosted Dig from Monta's Excadrill.

Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder

A Zebstrika appeared in The King's Identity...!!.

Pokémon Adventures

Elesa has a Zebstrika, which was first seen in To Make a Musical. It was being dressed up in preparation of the Pokémon Musical. Later, it was used in a Gym battle against Black.

A Zebstrika appeared in Up in the Air and The Final Battle: Crushed Ambition.

Pokémon RéBURST

Fraud has a Zebstrika, which he can use as a Burst form.

In the TCG

Main article: Zebstrika (TCG)

Game data

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation V.
Generation V Unova
BW: #029
Unova
B2W2: #148
Black They have lightning-like movements. When Zebstrika run at full speed, the sound of thunder reverberates.
White This ill-tempered Pokémon is dangerous because when it's angry, it shoots lightning from its mane in all directions.
Black 2 When this ill-tempered Pokémon runs wild, it shoots lightning from its mane in all directions.
White 2
Generation VI Kalos
#—
Hoenn
#—
X When this ill-tempered Pokémon runs wild, it shoots lightning from its mane in all directions.
Y They have lightning-like movements. When Zebstrika run at full speed, the sound of thunder reverberates.
Omega Ruby When this ill-tempered Pokémon runs wild, it shoots lightning from its mane in all directions.
Alpha Sapphire They have lightning-like movements. When Zebstrika run at full speed, the sound of thunder reverberates.
Generation VII Alola
#—
Kanto
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VII.
Generation VIII Galar
#—
Sinnoh
#—
Hisui
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VIII.
Generation IX Paldea
#—
Kitakami
#—
Blueberry
#24
Scarlet This Pokémon is aggressive and has a volatile disposition. When agitated, it will illuminate its mane in yellow and fire off bolts of electricity.
Violet Once the herd hears thunder, it chases after the storm clouds so that the Blitzle in the group can use the lightning to charge up.


 
Zebstrika in the Blueberry Pokédex

Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation V.
Generation V
Black White
Route 7
Black 2 White 2
Routes 3 and 7
Route 3 (Hidden Grotto)*
Generation VI
X Y
Friend Safari (Electric)
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire
Mirage Islands (west of Route 104, west of Dewford Town, north of Route 124, south of Route 134), Mirage Mountain (south of Route 129)
Generation VII
Sun Moon
Pokémon Bank
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon
Pokémon Bank
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee
Unobtainable
Generation VIII
Sword Shield
Unobtainable
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl
Unobtainable
Legends: Arceus
Unobtainable
Generation IX
Scarlet Violet
TradeVersion 3.0.0+
The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero
Savanna Biome
Tera Raid Battles (4★)


In side games

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation V.
Generation V
Rumble Blast
Meadow: Challenger's Ground, World Axle - B1F
PokéPark 2
Tech Area
Conquest
Violight
MD GTI
Ochre Quarry (1F-13F), Withered Savanna (1F-17F), Freezing Pillar (1F-14F), Windy Shoreline (1F-11F), Silent Tundra (Uncharted Road, Gilded Hall), Dreamy Island (Uncharted Road, Gilded Hall), Moonlit Forest (Gilded Hall), Mt. Travail (8F-15F)
Rumble U
Aquatic Hill: The Floors Are Hot!, Challenge Battle: The Battle for Sky and Land
Generation VI
Battle Trozei
Island of Haste: Stage 2
Rumble World
Dark Land: Royal Armory (Center Boss, Back, Special)
Generation VII
Rumble Rush
Charizard SeaFinal
Generation VIII
This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation VIII side games.
Cross-Generation
Shuffle
Pedra Valley: Stage 208
Masters EX
Sync pair scout: Elesa & Zebstrika


Held items

Games Held items
Black White
Black 2 White 2

Stats

Base stats

Stat Range
At Lv. 50 At Lv. 100
75
135 - 182 260 - 354
100
94 - 167 184 - 328
63
61 - 126 117 - 247
80
76 - 145 148 - 284
63
61 - 126 117 - 247
116
108 - 184 213 - 364
Total:
497
Other Pokémon with this total
  • Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
  • Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.

Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
Damaged
normally by:
Normal
Fighting
Flying ½×
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric ½×
Psychic
Ice
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Weak to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying ½×
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric ½×
Psychic
Ice
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Immune to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying ½×
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric ½×
Psychic
Ice
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Resistant to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying ½×
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric ½×
Psychic
Ice
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
None
Notes:

Learnset

Zebstrika is available in Scarlet and Violet Version 3.0.0+.

By leveling up

Generation IX
Other generations:
V - VI - VII - VIII
 Level   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP
011 Quick Attack Normal Physical 04040 100100% 30
011 Tail Whip Normal Status 0000 100100% 30
011 Charge Electric Status 0000 00——% 20
011 Thunder Wave Electric Status 0000 09090% 20
1111 Shock Wave Electric Special 06060 00——% 20
1818 Flame Charge Fire Physical 05050 100100% 20
2525 Spark Electric Physical 06565 100100% 20
3131 Stomp Normal Physical 06565 100100% 20
3636 Discharge Electric Special 08080 100100% 15
4242 Agility Psychic Status 0000 00——% 30
4747 Wild Charge Electric Physical 09090 100100% 15
5353 Thrash Normal Physical 120120 100100% 10
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Zebstrika
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Zebstrika
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

By TM

Generation IX
Other generations:
V - VI - VII - VIII
   TM   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
TM001  TM001 Take Down Normal Physical 09090 085}}85% 20
TM004  TM004 Agility Psychic Status 0000 00—}}—% 30
TM007  TM007 Protect Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM012  TM012 Low Kick Fighting Physical 0000 100}}100% 20
TM020  TM020 Trailblaze Grass Physical 05050 100}}100% 20
TM023  TM023 Charge Beam Electric Special 05050 090}}90% 10
TM025  TM025 Facade Normal Physical 07070 100}}100% 20
TM028  TM028 Bulldoze Ground Physical 06060 100}}100% 20
TM032  TM032 Swift Normal Special 06060 00—}}—% 20
TM038  TM038 Flame Charge Fire Physical 05050 100}}100% 20
TM047  TM047 Endure Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM048  TM048 Volt Switch Electric Special 07070 100}}100% 20
TM049  TM049 Sunny Day Fire Status 0000 00—}}—% 5
TM050  TM050 Rain Dance Water Status 0000 00—}}—% 5
TM053  TM053 Smart Strike Steel Physical 07070 00—}}—% 10
TM066  TM066 Body Slam Normal Physical 08585 100}}100% 15
TM070  TM070 Sleep Talk Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM072  TM072 Electro Ball Electric Special 0000 100}}100% 10
TM075  TM075 Light Screen Psychic Status 0000 00—}}—% 30
TM082  TM082 Thunder Wave Electric Status 0000 090}}90% 20
TM085  TM085 Rest Psychic Status 0000 00—}}—% 5
TM087  TM087 Taunt Dark Status 0000 100}}100% 20
TM096  TM096 Eerie Impulse Electric Status 0000 100}}100% 15
TM103  TM103 Substitute Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM126  TM126 Thunderbolt Electric Special 09090 100}}100% 15
TM130  TM130 Helping Hand Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 20
TM132  TM132 Baton Pass Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 40
TM136  TM136 Electric Terrain Electric Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM147  TM147 Wild Charge Electric Physical 09090 100}}100% 15
TM152  TM152 Giga Impact Normal Physical 150150 090}}90% 5
TM157  TM157 Overheat Fire Special 130130 090}}90% 5
TM163  TM163 Hyper Beam Normal Special 150150 090}}90% 5
TM166  TM166 Thunder Electric Special 110110 070}}70% 10
TM171  TM171 Tera Blast Normal Special 08080 100}}100% 10
TM172  TM172 Roar Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 20
TM173  TM173 Charge Electric Status 0000 00—}}—% 20
TM186  TM186 High Horsepower Ground Physical 09595 095}}95% 10
TM191  TM191 Uproar Normal Special 09090 100}}100% 10
TM204  TM204 Double-Edge Normal Physical 120120 100}}100% 15
TM205  TM205 Endeavor Normal Physical 0000 100}}100% 5
TM210  TM210 Supercell Slam Electric Physical 100100 095}}95% 15
TM211  TM211 Electroweb Electric Special 05555 095}}95% 15
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Zebstrika
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution or an alternate form of Zebstrika
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

By breeding

Generation IX
Other generations:
V - VI - VII - VIII
 Parent   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
Double Kick Fighting Physical 30 100% 30
Feint Normal Physical 30 100% 10
Sand Attack Ground Status 100% 15
Screech Normal Status 85% 40
  • Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Zebstrika
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Zebstrika
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Zebstrika
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

By a prior evolution

Generation IX
Other generations:
V - VI - VII - VIII
 Stage   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
This Pokémon has no moves exclusive to prior evolutions.
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Zebstrika
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Zebstrika
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations

Side game data

Pokémon Rumble Blast
Attack ●●●●
Defense ●●
Speed ●●●●
Pokémon Rumble Rush
  Walking Speed: 1.11 seconds Base HP: 54
Base Attack: 79 Base Defense: 51 Base Speed: 70
PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond
 
PokéPark Pad entry:
He decided to run all over PokéPark. He fell in love with the Tech Area during the trip and settled down in the Area.
Pokémon Conquest
  HP: ★★★ Move: Discharge
Attack: ★★ Ability 1: Lightningrod
Ability 2: Motor Drive
Ability 3: Sprint
Defense: ★★
Speed: ★★★★★
Evolves from Blitzle when its Speed is 81 or higher
Range: 3 Perfect Links: Kiyo and Tadasumi
Pokémon Battle Trozei
Electric
Attack Power: ★★★★★

 

Pokémon Shuffle
 
Electric
  Attack Power: 60 - 105   5

#247
 

Block Smash
Clears one unbreakable-block disruption without fail.


Pokémon GO
  Base HP: 181 Base Attack: 211 Base Defense: 136
Egg Distance: N/A Buddy Distance: 3 km Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks: Low Kick, Spark
Charged Attacks: Flame Charge, Discharge, Wild Charge, Frustration , Return 

Evolution data

 
Unevolved
Blitzle
 Electric 
 
Level 27
 
First evolution
Zebstrika
 Electric 


Sprites

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation V.
Generation V
Black White Black 2 White 2
       
       
Front Back Front Back
Generation VI
X Y Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire
Front Back Front Back
Generation VII
Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon
Front Back Front Back
This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation VIII.
Cross-Generation
HOME
   
  For other sprites and images, please see Zebstrika images on the Bulbagarden Archives.


Trivia

  • Zebstrika shares its category with Electivire. They are both known as the Thunderbolt Pokémon.
  • Zebstrika is the only Pokémon with a base stat total of 497.

Origin

Zebstrika appears to be based on a zebra. It may also be based on two of Helios's steeds that pulled his chariot—Bronte and Sterope—which are Greek for thunder and lightning, respectively, as Zebstrika's species in Japanese can be translated as the "Thunder and Lightning Pokémon".

Name origin

Zebstrika may be a combination of zebra and lightning strike.

Zebraika may be a combination of zebra and 雷火 raika (flash of lightning).

In other languages

Language Title Meaning
  Japanese ゼブライカ Zebraika From zebra and 雷火 raika
  French Zéblitz From zèbre and Blitz
  Spanish Zebstrika Same as English name
  German Zebritz From Zebra and Blitz or britzel
  Italian Zebstrika Same as English name
  Korean 제브라이카 Zebraika Transcription of Japanese name
  Mandarin Chinese 雷電斑馬 / 雷电斑马 Léidiànbānmǎ From 雷電 / 雷电 léidiàn and 斑馬 / 斑马 bānmǎ
  Cantonese Chinese 雷電斑馬 Lèuihdihnbāanmáh From 雷電 lèuihdihn and 斑馬 bāanmáh


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