Pokemon Guide
Luxray is a Electric-type Pokemon. This guide covers Luxray’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and competitive overview information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Luxray 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 |
Luxray is the final evolution of Shinx and Luxio. It is an Electric-type Pokemon known for its high Attack stat, intense eyesight, Intimidate support and strong physical Electric-type moves.
Competitive Overview
Luxray can be useful in casual and some competitive formats as a physical Electric-type attacker with Intimidate or Guts. It pressures Water and Flying-type Pokemon while also offering Dark-type coverage.
Luxray’s biggest strengths are high Attack, strong physical coverage and useful abilities. Its biggest issue is middling Speed, which can make it harder to sweep without support.
Here are the key facts to know about Luxray, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Luxray
National Dex
#0405
Type
Electric
Species
Gleam Eyes Pokemon
Height
4’07” / 1.4 m
140 cm
Weight
92.6 lbs / 42.0 kg
42.0 kg
Abilities
Rivalry, Intimidate, Guts
Luxray has a strong Attack stat and decent bulk, but its Speed is only moderate compared with many offensive Pokemon.
These are some of Luxray’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
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Luxray’s strongest common physical Electric-type attack.
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A physical Electric-type move with flinch and paralysis chances.
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Strong Dark-type coverage against Psychic and Ghost-type Pokemon.
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Pairs well with Guts in games and formats where that strategy is available.
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Momentum utility that lets Luxray pivot out.
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Coverage against Rock, Steel, Ice and Dark-type Pokemon in games where available.
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Priority damage for finishing weakened opponents.
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Speed control that supports Luxray and its teammates.
Use the section below to view Luxray’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Luxray is a Electric-type Pokemon. Its weaknesses, resistances and immunities are listed below.
Type
Electric
Weaknesses
Ground
Resistances
Electric, Flying, Steel
Immunity
None
Luxray’s abilities give it different battle roles depending on the game and format.
Changes damage based on the target’s gender in games where the effect applies.
Lowers the opposing Pokemon’s Attack when entering battle.
Boosts Attack when affected by a status condition.
The Luxray evolution line is shown below.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Shinx at Level 15
Stage 3
Evolves from Luxio at Level 30
Luxray’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the dropdowns below for game-by-game location notes.
| Game | Where to Find Luxray |
|---|---|
Pokemon Red |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Blue |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Yellow |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Luxray |
|---|---|
Pokemon Gold |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Silver |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Crystal |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Luxray |
|---|---|
Pokemon Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Emerald |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon FireRed |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Luxray |
|---|---|
Pokemon Diamond |
Evolve Luxio at Level 30. |
Pokemon Pearl |
Evolve Luxio at Level 30. |
Pokemon Platinum |
Evolve Luxio at Level 30. |
Pokemon HeartGold |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon SoulSilver |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Luxray |
|---|---|
Pokemon Black |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon White |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Black 2 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon White 2 |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Luxray |
|---|---|
Pokemon X |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Y |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Luxray |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Moon |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Luxray |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Evolve Luxio at Level 30 or find in select Grand Underground areas depending on version. |
Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Evolve Luxio at Level 30 or find in select Grand Underground areas depending on version. |
Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Sacred Plaza, Sonorous Path, Cloudcap Pass and other Coronet Highlands areas. |
| Game | Where to Find Luxray |
|---|---|
Pokemon Scarlet |
Found in South Province, East Province, North Province and other Paldea areas depending on version and encounter data. |
Pokemon Violet |
Found in South Province, East Province, North Province and other Paldea areas depending on version and encounter data. |
Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Luxray |
|---|---|
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 Luxray. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Luxray is a Electric-type Pokemon.
Luxray is weak to Ground-type moves.
Evolves from Luxio at Level 30
Luxray’s abilities are Rivalry, Intimidate, Guts.
Luxray’s useful moves often include Wild Charge, Thunder Fang, Crunch, Facade.
Luxray can be useful in casual and some competitive formats as a physical Electric-type attacker with Intimidate or Guts. It pressures Water and Flying-type Pokemon while also offering Dark-type coverage.
Luxray can be found, evolved, transferred or traded depending on the Pokemon game.
Yes, shiny Luxray is available in Pokemon games that support shiny encounters or transfers for this Pokemon.
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