Blitzle (Japanese: シママ Shimama) is an Electric-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.
It evolves into Zebstrika starting at level 27.
Biology
Blitzle is a black, zebra-like Pokémon with thick, double-pointed white stripes on its neck, chest, back, and hind legs. It has a rounded muzzle with a large, dark nose and oval, blue eyes with yellow sclerae. On top of its head are short, triangular ears with blue insides. Below the knees, its legs are white with black hooves. Its tail is stubby, white, and has two points. Running up its neck is a spiky, white mane, which culminates at the front in a long extension that resembles a lightning bolt. This mane captures and stores electricity, which flashes whenever this Pokémon discharges energy. It communicates with other members of its species by controlling the rhythm and frequency of these flashes. During lightning storms, Blitzle ventures out to recharge its mane with lightning bolts.
In the anime
Major appearances
Blitzle debuted in Oshawott's Lost Scalchop!, under the ownership of Stephan. It was used in a battle against Ash, where it went up against Oshawott and caused him to lose his scalchop. They later had a rematch, where it was defeated. Blitzle was revealed to have evolved into Zebstrika before Reunion Battles In Nimbasa!.
A Blitzle appeared in White—Victini and Zekrom and Black—Victini and Reshiram, under the ownership of Luisa. In the former movie, it was rescued in the middle of the desert by Damon when it injured its leg, and it was returned to Luisa with the help of Damon's Reuniclus's Psychic. In the latter movie, it made a brief cameo appearance while fulfilling a similar role.
Minor appearances
Three Blitzle appeared in Gotta Catch A Roggenrola!.
Multiple Blitzle appeared in Lost at the Stamp Rally!.
Multiple Blitzle appeared in A Maractus Musical!, including one in a flashback.
In The Lonely Deino!, multiple Blitzle were under Bobby's care.
A Blitzle appeared in The Mighty Accelguard to the Rescue!, under the ownership of a shopper at the Driftveil Market.
Multiple Blitzle appeared in Stopping the Rage of Legends! Part 1.
In Battling the Bully!, Sean's father lent a Blitzle to his son and Glenn to use in a practice battle.
A Trainer's Blitzle appeared in Cilan Takes Flight.
Two Blitzle appeared in Climbing the Tower of Success!, both under the ownership of a Trainer.
A Blitzle appeared in Search for the Clubultimate!.
In Clash of the Connoisseurs!, Burgundy, disguised as Fauxgundy, reviewed a Blitzle as a possible Pokémon for Marigold.
A Blitzle appeared in Crisis at the Ferroseed Research!.
A Blitzle appeared in Rocking at the Virbank Gym! Part 1.
Multiple Blitzle appeared in All for the Love of Meloetta!.
In Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice, the Swords of Justice legend featured multiple Blitzle.
A Trainer's Blitzle appeared in Jostling for the Junior Cup!.
In Team Eevee and the Pokémon Rescue Squad!, multiple Blitzle were living at a ranch at Virgil's house.
Two Blitzle appeared in Curtain Up, Unova League!, both under the ownership of a Trainer.
A Trainer's Blitzle appeared in Mission: Defeat Your Rival!.
Two Blitzle appeared in a flashback in Team Plasma's Pokémon Power Plot!.
Pokédex entries
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Blitzle
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Blitzle, the Electrified Pokémon. Blitzle catches electricity and stores it in its mane, which glows when the electricity is discharged.
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In the manga
Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder
A Blitzle appeared in The King's Identity...!!.
Pocket Monsters HGSS
A Blitzle appeared in PMHGSS23.
Pokémon Adventures
A Hiker named Andy uses a Blitzle during his Triple Battle with Black in Black's First Trainer Battle. However, he was defeated after Andy became dehydrated.
A Trainer's Blitzle appeared in An Odd Speech and Unraveling Mysteries.
A Blitzle appeared in Battle at the Dreamyard.
Elesa has a Zebstrika that she has owned since she was young and it was a Blitzle. It appeared in a flashback in Battle on a Roller Coaster.
A Blitzle liberated by Team Plasma appeared in The Final Battle: Crushed Ambition.
In the TCG
- Main article: Blitzle (TCG)
Game data
Pokédex entries
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Unova
BW: #028
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Unova
B2W2: #147
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| Black
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Its mane shines when it discharges electricity. They use their flashing manes to communicate with one another.
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| White
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When thunderclouds cover the sky, it will appear. It can catch lightning with its mane and store the electricity.
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Its mane shines when it discharges electricity. They use the frequency and rhythm of these flashes to communicate.
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When thunderclouds cover the sky, it will appear. It can catch lightning with its mane and store the electricity.
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Its mane shines when it discharges electricity. They use the frequency and rhythm of these flashes to communicate.
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When thunderclouds cover the sky, it will appear. It can catch lightning with its mane and store the electricity.
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Its mane shines when it discharges electricity. They use the frequency and rhythm of these flashes to communicate.
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Game locations
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In side games
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Held items
Stats
Base stats
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Range
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At Lv. 100
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45
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105 - 152
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200 - 294
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60
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58 - 123
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112 - 240
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32
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33 - 92
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62 - 179
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50
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49 - 112
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94 - 218
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32
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33 - 92
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62 - 179
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76
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72 - 140
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141 - 276
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Total: 295
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- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
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Type effectiveness
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Learnset
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This Pokémon is unavailable within Generation IX.
Click on the generation numbers above to see Blitzle's learnsets from other generations.
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Side game data
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Pokémon Rumble Rush
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Walking Speed: 1.25 seconds
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Base HP: 46
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Base Defense: 42
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Base Speed: 60
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PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond
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| He's indifferent to his surroundings, but when he finds promising Pokémon, he can't wait to teach them the tricks of Dash.
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In Pokémon GO, Blitzle can be obtained by completing 3/5 of the Special Research, Throwback Challenge Champion 2020. It can also be obtained by completing 3/5 of the Ticketed Special Research, Throwback Challenge Celebration 2020.
Evolution
Sprites
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Trivia
Origin
Blitzle resembles a zebra foal and may be based on two of Helios's steeds that pulled his chariot, Bronte and Sterope, which are Greek for thunder and lightning, respectively. The zigzaggy mane of Blitzle take shape of and flash like lightnings.
Name origin
Blitzle may be a combination of Blitz (German for lightning) and little.
Shimama may be derived from 縞馬 shimauma (zebra).
In other languages
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Title
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Meaning
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 Japanese
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シママ Shimama
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From 縞馬 shimauma
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 French
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Zébibron
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From zébron and biberon
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 Spanish
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Blitzle
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Same as English name
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 German
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Elezeba
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From Elektrizität and Zebra
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 Italian
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Blitzle
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Same as English name
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 Korean
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줄뮤마 Julmyuma
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From 줄무늬 julmunui and 마 (馬) ma
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 Mandarin Chinese
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斑斑馬 / 斑斑马 Bānbānmǎ
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From 斑馬 / 斑马 bānmǎ
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 Cantonese Chinese
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斑斑馬 Bāanbāanmáh
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From 斑馬 bāanmáh
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 Russian
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Блитцл Blittsl
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Transcription of English name
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ชิมามา Chimama
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Transcription of Japanese name
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External links
Cheri Berry (50%)
For other sprites and images, please see Blitzle images on the Bulbagarden Archives.
