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Tynamo is a Electric-type Pokemon. This guide covers Tynamo’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 Tynamo 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 |
| Abilities | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Tynamo is a small Electric-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 5. It is the first stage of the Eelektross evolution line and is known for using Levitate to avoid Ground-type attacks.
Competitive Overview
Tynamo is usually a niche competitive Pokemon because its stats are low, but it can still be useful in lower-level formats or early-game play thanks to Levitate and Electric-type utility.
Its biggest strengths are its Ground immunity through Levitate and access to Electric support moves. Its biggest issue is that it needs to evolve before it becomes a stronger battle option.
Here are the key facts to know about Tynamo, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Tynamo
National Dex
#0602
Type
Electric
Species
EleFish Pokemon
Height
0’08” / 0.2 m
20 cm
Weight
0.7 lbs / 0.3 kg
0.3 kg
Abilities
Levitate
Tynamo has low base stats, but Levitate gives it a useful defensive trait for an Electric-type Pokemon.
Tynamo has useful Electric and coverage moves. These are some of Tynamo’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A useful support move that can slow opponents with paralysis.
A reliable Electric-type attack when available.
A physical Electric-type attack that fits Tynamo early in many games.
An Electric-type attack that can raise Special Attack.
A simple early-game physical attack.
A defensive move for scouting and stalling turns.
A consistent Normal-type attack option.
A utility option that reinforces Tynamo against Ground pressure in some games.
Tynamo can learn different moves across Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Tynamo’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Tynamo is an Electric-type Pokemon. Electric typing normally creates a Ground weakness, but Levitate gives Tynamo practical Ground immunity while the ability is active.
Type
Electric
Weaknesses
Ground
Resistances
Electric, Flying and Steel
Immunity
Ground through Levitate
Tynamo’s abilities shape how it handles opponents and team support across Pokemon games.
Gives Tynamo immunity to Ground-type moves. This is especially important for an Electric-type Pokemon because it removes the type weakness that would normally matter most.
Tynamo evolves into Eelektrik at Level 39, and Eelektrik evolves into Eelektross when exposed to a Thunder Stone.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Tynamo at Level 39
Stage 3
Evolves from Eelektrik with a Thunder Stone
Tynamo availability changes by game. It is most commonly found in Chargestone Cave or obtained by evolving and transferring through later games.
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Ruby | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Sapphire | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Emerald | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon FireRed | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon LeafGreen | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Diamond | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Pearl | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Platinum | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon HeartGold | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon SoulSilver | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Black | Chargestone Cave. |
| Pokemon White | Chargestone Cave. |
| Pokemon Black 2 | Chargestone Cave and Seaside Cave. |
| Pokemon White 2 | Chargestone Cave and Seaside Cave. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
| Pokemon X | Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Pokemon Y | Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Pokemon Omega Ruby | Mirage Spots. |
| Pokemon Alpha Sapphire | Mirage Spots. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sun | Breed Eelektrik or Eelektross. |
| Pokemon Moon | Breed Eelektrik or Eelektross. |
| Pokemon Ultra Sun | Breed Eelektrik or Eelektross. |
| Pokemon Ultra Moon | Breed Eelektrik or Eelektross. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sword | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Shield | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Brilliant Diamond | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Shining Pearl | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Scarlet | South Province Area Four, South Province Area Six, West Province Area One, North Paldean Sea, South Paldean Sea and West Paldean Sea. |
| Pokemon Violet | South Province Area Four, South Province Area Six, West Province Area One, North Paldean Sea, South Paldean Sea and West Paldean Sea. |
| Pokemon Legends Z-A | Location data not yet available. |
| 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 Tynamo. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Tynamo is a Electric-type Pokemon.
Electric-type Pokemon are normally weak to Ground-type moves, but Tynamo has Levitate to avoid Ground-type attacks while the ability is active.
Tynamo is the starting form of its evolution line.
Tynamo’s abilities are Levitate.
Tynamo’s best moves often include Thunder Wave, Thunderbolt, Spark, Charge Beam.
Tynamo is usually a niche competitive Pokemon because its stats are low, but it can still be useful in lower-level formats or early-game play thanks to Levitate and Electric-type utility.
Tynamo availability changes by game. It is most commonly found in Chargestone Cave or obtained by evolving and transferring through later games.
Mega Tynamo is not currently an official Mega Evolution.
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