Pokemon Guide
Helioptile is a Electric / Normal-type Pokemon from Generation 6. This guide covers Helioptile’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and related Pokemon guide information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Helioptile guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Helioptile is a Electric / Normal-type Pokemon known for its role in the Kalos-era Pokedex and its unique battle traits across the Pokemon series.
Competitive Overview
Helioptile can be useful depending on the game, format and available moves. Its typing, abilities and movepool determine whether it functions best as an attacker, support Pokemon or situational team pick.
Players should check the current format before building around Helioptile, since legal moves, items and matchup trends can change between Pokemon games.
Here are the key facts to know about Helioptile, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Helioptile
National Dex
#0694
Type
Electric / Normal
Species
Generator Pokemon
Height
1’08” / 0.5 m
50 cm
Weight
13.2 lbs / 6.0 kg
6.0 kg
Abilities
Dry Skin, Sand Veil, Solar Power
Helioptile’s base stats determine how it performs in battle across Pokemon games.
These are some of Helioptile’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
Thunderbolt is one of Helioptile’s notable move options across Pokemon games.
Volt Switch is one of Helioptile’s notable move options across Pokemon games.
Hyper Voice is one of Helioptile’s notable move options across Pokemon games.
Surf is one of Helioptile’s notable move options across Pokemon games.
Grass Knot is one of Helioptile’s notable move options across Pokemon games.
Parabolic Charge is one of Helioptile’s notable move options across Pokemon games.
Thunder Wave is one of Helioptile’s notable move options across Pokemon games.
Dark Pulse is one of Helioptile’s notable move options across Pokemon games.
Use the section below to view Helioptile’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Helioptile is a Electric / Normal-type Pokemon. This gives it specific weaknesses, resistances and immunities in battle.
Type
Electric / Normal
Weaknesses
Fighting, Ground
Resistances
Electric, Flying, Steel
Immunity
Ghost
Helioptile’s abilities can affect how it performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Dry Skin can shape how Helioptile performs depending on the game, ruleset and battle format.
Sand Veil can shape how Helioptile performs depending on the game, ruleset and battle format.
Solar Power can shape how Helioptile performs depending on the game, ruleset and battle format.
Helioptile evolves into Heliolisk when exposed to a Sun Stone.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Helioptile with a Sun Stone
Helioptile’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Check each generation dropdown below for game-specific notes.
| Game | Where to Find Helioptile |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Helioptile |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Helioptile |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Helioptile |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Helioptile |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Helioptile had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Helioptile |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Route 9. It can evolve into Heliolisk with a Sun Stone. |
 Pokemon Y |
Route 9. It can evolve into Heliolisk with a Sun Stone. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Helioptile |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Helioptile |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Helioptile |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Helioptile |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Helioptile. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Helioptile is a Electric / Normal-type Pokemon.
Helioptile is weak to Fighting, Ground-type moves.
Helioptile’s abilities are Dry Skin, Sand Veil, Solar Power.
Helioptile’s availability depends on the game. Check the location tables above for each generation.
Final Output Note:
Removed the Pokemon Champions Featured Competitive Build section because no confirmed individual TGH build was found for Helioptile.
Information not API-driven yet: manually written abilities, best moves, availability notes, Legends Z-A notes and related guide links.
Human review before publishing: verify final game-specific locations, Legends Z-A details, type icon image IDs and any future Pokemon Champions build coverage for Helioptile.
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