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Thundurus is a Electric / Flying-type Pokemon. This guide covers Thundurus’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Thundurus 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 | Abilities |
| Quick Facts | Stats |
| Best Moves | All Moves |
| Weaknesses | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Thundurus is an Electric and Flying-type Legendary Pokemon from the Forces of Nature group. It has Incarnate Forme and Therian Forme, with Therian Forme accessed through the Reveal Glass in supported games.
Competitive Overview
Thundurus is strong in competitive formats because it can pressure teams with Electric attacks, speed control and Prankster utility. Therian Forme trades some utility for stronger attacking power and Volt Absorb.
Here are the key facts to know about Thundurus, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Thundurus
National Dex
#0642
Type
Electric / Flying
Species
Bolt Strike Pokemon
Height
4’11” / 1.5 m
150 cm
Weight
134.5 lbs / 61.0 kg
61.0 kg
Abilities
Prankster, Defiant, Volt Absorb
Use the stat table below to review Thundurus’s base stats across Pokemon games.
These are some of Thundurus’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A reliable Electric-type attack and a staple damage option.
A high-power Electric-type attack that is especially useful in rain.
A classic Flying-type attack and travel-themed move.
Useful coverage against Psychic and Ghost-type Pokemon.
Coverage against Rock, Steel, Dark and Ice-type Pokemon.
Coverage that can hit Poison and Fighting-type Pokemon.
A strong utility move that spreads paralysis.
A reliable defensive move for scouting and stalling turns.
Use the section below to view Thundurus’s move list by learn method.
Move data is not available yet.
Thundurus is a Electric / Flying-type Pokemon. This typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities in battle.
Type
Electric / Flying
Weaknesses
Ice, Rock
Resistances
Grass, Fighting, Flying, Bug, Steel
Immunity
Ground
Thundurus’s abilities shape how it performs in battle across different Pokemon games.
Prankster is one of this Pokemon’s official abilities across Pokemon games.
Defiant is one of this Pokemon’s official abilities across Pokemon games.
Volt Absorb is one of this Pokemon’s official abilities across Pokemon games.
Thundurus does not evolve. It can change between Incarnate Forme and Therian Forme with the Reveal Glass in supported games.
Forme
Default form
Forme
Changed with the Reveal Glass
Thundurus is usually obtained through Legendary encounters, roaming encounters, Dynamax Adventures, transfer or special game-specific methods depending on the title.
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Earlier Games |
Not available in this generation. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Special encounter or evolve/obtain through Unova availability depending on the version. |
 Pokemon White |
Special encounter or evolve/obtain through Unova availability depending on the version. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Special encounter or evolve/obtain through Unova availability depending on the version. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Special encounter or evolve/obtain through Unova availability depending on the version. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Transfer from another game when available. |
 Pokemon Y |
Transfer from another game when available. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade or transfer from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Transfer from Pokemon Bank or obtain through supported special methods when available. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Transfer from Pokemon Bank or obtain through supported special methods when available. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Transfer from Pokemon Bank or obtain through supported special methods when available. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Transfer from Pokemon Bank or obtain through supported special methods when available. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Obtain through DLC areas, transfer or supported availability depending on the Pokemon. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Obtain through DLC areas, transfer or supported availability depending on the Pokemon. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game unless transferred through supported services. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game unless transferred through supported services. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Transfer, evolve or catch depending on current game compatibility and DLC availability. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Transfer, evolve or catch depending on current game compatibility and DLC availability. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data should be checked against current Legends Z-A availability and updates. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
 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 Thundurus. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Thundurus is a Electric / Flying-type Pokemon.
Thundurus is weak to Ice, Rock-type moves.
Thundurus’s abilities are Prankster, Defiant, Volt Absorb.
Thundurus’s best moves often include Thunderbolt, Thunder, Fly, Crunch.
Thundurus is usually obtained through Legendary encounters, roaming encounters, Dynamax Adventures, transfer or special game-specific methods depending on the title.
Thundurus does not evolve. It can change between Incarnate Forme and Therian Forme with the Reveal Glass in supported games.
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