Voltorb Spotlight Hour: Guide to Acquiring the Electric Orb

Get ready, Pokémon GO trainers! This Tuesday, January 7th, 2025, from 6 PM to 7 PM local time, don't miss the Spotlight Hour featuring Voltorb and Hisuian Voltorb! This double-Pokémon Spotlight Hour presents a fantastic opportunity to catch both regular and Hisuian Voltorb, and even snag their shiny variants.

Prepare for a Catching Spree:

With two Pokémon in the spotlight, stock up on Poké Balls, Berries, and Incense to maximize your chances of catching numerous Voltorb and Hisuian Voltorb. Ensure you have ample space in your Pokémon storage to avoid interruptions during the event.

Voltorb (#100): Kanto Region Electric-type

Voltorb, the Kanto region Electric-type Pokémon, evolves into Electrode using 50 candies. Each catch rewards 3 candies and 100 Stardust. It boasts a max CP of 1141, with 109 Attack and 111 Defense. Its optimal moveset is Spark and Discharge, delivering 5.81 DPS and 40.62 TDO. Rainy weather boosts its attack power. Keep an eye out for its blue shiny form!

Hisuian Voltorb (#100): Kanto Region Electric-type

Hisuian Voltorb, also #100 in the Pokédex, shares Voltorb's evolution path and candy/Stardust rewards. Statistically identical to Voltorb (1141 CP, 111 Defense, 109 Attack), its typing remains Electric. However, its type matchups differ slightly. Its best moveset is Tackle and Thunderbolt, resulting in 5.39 DPS and 37.60 TDO. Partly Cloudy and Rainy weather enhance its damage output. Look for its distinct black shiny variation!

Make the most of this double Spotlight Hour and add these powerful Pokémon to your collection! Remember to check weather boosts for optimal performance.