Where can I find Joltik in SoulGold?

Joltik can be found in 2 locations in SoulGold. Check the Locations section on this page for encounter details.

Joltik is a bug/electric-type Pokémon in SoulGold.

What moves can Joltik learn in SoulGold?

Joltik can learn moves through level up, TM/HM, breeding, and move tutors. See the Moves section for the full learnset.

PolishedDex

Joltikin Pokémon SoulGold

bugelectric

Pokédex Entry

Attaching Pokémon

Since they can't generate their own electricity, they attach themselves to large-bodied Pokémon and absorb static electricity, which they store in a pouch.

Front

Normal

Shiny

Animated

Shiny Animated

Back

Normal

Shiny

Type

BugElectric

Dex

#595

Abilities

Compound Eyes(Primary)

Raises accuracy.

Unnerve(Secondary)

Foes can't eat Berries.

Swarm(Hidden)

Ups Bug moves in a pinch.

Growth Rate

mediumfast

Gender Ratio

50% Male, 50% Female

Egg Groups

bug

Hatch Rate

Medium Fast (20 cycles)

Catch Rate

190

Poké Ball15.6%

Great Ball21.3%

Ultra Ball26.1%

Base Exp

EV Yield

1 Speed

Wild Held Items

None

Weak To

fire ×2rock ×2

Resists

electric ×0.5grass ×0.5fighting ×0.5steel ×0.5

Evolution Chain

Joltik

Base form

→

Galvantula

Level up Joltik to Lv. 32

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How to Obtain

Look for Joltik in Ilex Forest (uncommon). Wild ones range from level 10 to 15.

Wild Encounters (1)

Level Up Moves (15)

Level	Move	Type	Power	Acc.	PP
1	AbsorbLevel: 1Absorb	grass	20	100	0
1	AbsorbLevel: 1Absorb	An attack that absorbs half the damage inflicted.
1	Fury CutterLevel: 1Fury Cutter	bug	10	95	20
1	Fury CutterLevel: 1Fury Cutter	An attack that intensifies on each successive hit.
4	ElectrowebLevel: 4Electroweb	electric	55	95	15
4	ElectrowebLevel: 4Electroweb	Snares the foes with an electric net. Lowers Speed.
8	Bug BiteLevel: 8Bug Bite	bug	60	100	20
8	Bug BiteLevel: 8Bug Bite	Eats the foe's held Berry gaining its effect.
12	String ShotLevel: 12String Shot	bug	0	95	40
12	String ShotLevel: 12String Shot	Binds the foe with string to reduce its Speed.
16	Thunder WaveLevel: 16Thunder Wave	electric	0	0	20
16	Thunder WaveLevel: 16Thunder Wave	A weak jolt of electricity that paralyzes the foe.
20	Electro BallLevel: 20Electro Ball	electric	1	100	10
20	Electro BallLevel: 20Electro Ball	Hurls an orb that does more damage to slower foes.
24	AgilityLevel: 24Agility	psychic	0	0	30
24	AgilityLevel: 24Agility	Relaxes the body to sharply boost Speed.
28	Sucker PunchLevel: 28Sucker Punch	dark	0	100	5
28	Sucker PunchLevel: 28Sucker Punch	Strikes first if the foe is preparing an attack.
32	SlashLevel: 32Slash	normal	70	100	20
32	SlashLevel: 32Slash	Slashes with claws, etc. Has a high critical-hit ratio.
35	Giga DrainLevel: 35Giga Drain	grass	0	100	0
35	Giga DrainLevel: 35Giga Drain	An attack that steals half the damage inflicted.
37	DischargeLevel: 37Discharge	electric	80	100	15
37	DischargeLevel: 37Discharge	Zaps all other {PKMN} with electricity. May paralyze.
40	ScreechLevel: 40Screech	normal	0	85	40
40	ScreechLevel: 40Screech	Emits a screech to sharply reduce the foe's Defense.
44	Gastro AcidLevel: 44Gastro Acid	poison	0	100	10
44	Gastro AcidLevel: 44Gastro Acid	Stomach acid suppresses the foe's Ability.
48	Bug BuzzLevel: 48Bug Buzz	bug	90	100	10
48	Bug BuzzLevel: 48Bug Buzz	A damaging sound wave that may lower Sp. Def.

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Egg Moves (9)

Move	Type	Power	Acc.	PP
Pin MissilePin Missile	bug	0	0	20
Pin MissilePin Missile	Sharp pins are fired to strike 2 to 5 times.
Poison StingPoison Sting	poison	15	100	35
Poison StingPoison Sting	A toxic attack with barbs, etc., that may poison.
Cross PoisonCross Poison	poison	70	100	20
Cross PoisonCross Poison	A slash that may poison a foe and do critical damage.
Rock ClimbRock Climb	normal	90	85	20
Rock ClimbRock Climb	A charging attack that may confuse the foe.
PursuitPursuit	dark	40	100	20
PursuitPursuit	Inflicts bad damage if used on a foe switching out.
DisableDisable	normal	0	55	20
DisableDisable	For 4 turns, prevents foe For 4-7 turns, prevents foe For 2-5 turns, prevents foe from using last used move.
Feint AttackFeint Attack	dark	60	0	20
Feint AttackFeint Attack	Draws the foe close, then strikes without fail.
CamouflageCamouflage	normal	0	0	20
CamouflageCamouflage	Alters the Pokémon's type depending on the location.
LungeLunge	bug	80	100	15
LungeLunge	Lunges at the foe to lower its Attack stat.

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TM/HM Moves (29)

Move	Type	Power	Acc.	PP
AttractAttract	normal	0	100	15	TM45TM45
AttractAttract	Makes the opposite gender less likely to attack.
Charge BeamCharge Beam	electric	50	90	10	TM57TM57
Charge BeamCharge Beam	Fires a beam of electricity. May raise Sp. Atk.
CutCut	steel	50	95	30	HM01HM01
CutCut	Cuts the foe with sharp scythes, claws, etc.
Double TeamDouble Team	normal	0	0	15	TM32TM32
Double TeamDouble Team	Creates illusory copies to raise evasiveness.
Energy BallEnergy Ball	grass	0	100	10	TM53TM53
Energy BallEnergy Ball	Draws power from nature to attack. May lower Sp. Def.
FacadeFacade	normal	70	100	20	TM42TM42
FacadeFacade	Boosts power when burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.
FlashFlash	normal	0	0	20	HM05HM05
FlashFlash	Looses a powerful blast of light that cuts accuracy.
FrustrationFrustration	normal	1	100	20	TM21TM21
FrustrationFrustration	An attack that is stronger if the Trainer is disliked.
Giga DrainGiga Drain	grass	0	100	0	TM87TM87
Giga DrainGiga Drain	An attack that steals half the damage inflicted.
Hidden PowerHidden Power	normal	0	100	15	TM10TM10
Hidden PowerHidden Power	The type varies with the user.The type and effectiveness vary with the user.
InfestationInfestation	bug	20	100	20	TM83TM83
InfestationInfestation	The foe is infested and attacked for turns.
Leech LifeLeech Life	bug	0	100	0	TM28TM28
Leech LifeLeech Life	An attack that steals half the damage inflicted.
Light ScreenLight Screen	psychic	0	0	30	TM16TM16
Light ScreenLight Screen	Wall of light cuts special damage for 5 turns.
Poison JabPoison Jab	poison	80	100	20	TM84TM84
Poison JabPoison Jab	A stabbing attack that may poison the foe.
ProtectProtect	normal	0	0	10	TM17TM17
ProtectProtect	Evades attack, but may fail if used in succession.
Rain DanceRain Dance	water	0	0	5	TM18TM18
Rain DanceRain Dance	Boosts the power of Water- type moves for 5 turns.
RestRest	psychic	0	0	0	TM44TM44
RestRest	The user sleeps for 2 turns, restoring HP and status.
ReturnReturn	normal	1	100	20	TM27TM27
ReturnReturn	An attack that increases in power with friendship.
Rock ClimbRock Climb	normal	90	85	20	HM09HM09
Rock ClimbRock Climb	A charging attack that may confuse the foe.
RoundRound	normal	60	100	15	TM48TM48
RoundRound	A song that inflicts damage. Others can join in too.
SubstituteSubstitute	normal	0	0	10	TM90TM90
SubstituteSubstitute	Creates a decoy using 1/4 of the user's maximum HP.
ThiefThief	dark	0	100	0	TM46TM46
ThiefThief	While attacking, it may steal the foe's held item.
ThunderThunder	electric	0	70	10	TM25TM25
ThunderThunder	A lightning attack that may cause paralysis.
ThunderboltThunderbolt	electric	0	100	15	TM24TM24
ThunderboltThunderbolt	A strong electrical attack that may paralyze the foe.
Thunder WaveThunder Wave	electric	0	0	20	TM73TM73
Thunder WaveThunder Wave	A weak jolt of electricity that paralyzes the foe.
ToxicToxic	poison	0	0	10	TM06TM06
ToxicToxic	Poisons the foe with an intensifying toxin.
Volt SwitchVolt Switch	electric	70	100	20	TM72TM72
Volt SwitchVolt Switch	Does damage then switches out the user.
Wild ChargeWild Charge	electric	90	100	15	TM93TM93
Wild ChargeWild Charge	An electrical tackle that also hurts the user.
X ScissorX Scissor	bug	80	100	15	TM81TM81
X ScissorX Scissor	Slashes the foe with crossed scythes, claws, etc.