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Gengar (Pokémon)

2014-01-16T22:34:07Z

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{{PokémonPrevNext | type=ghost | type2=poison | prevnum=093 | nextnum=095 | prev=Haunter | next=Onix }}
{{Pokémon Infobox |
name=Gengar |
jname=ゲンガー |
jtranslit=Gengā |
tmname=Gengar |
forme=2 |
mega=Gengarite |
ndex=094 |
jdex=060 |
hdex=264 |
fbrow=096 |
sdex=071 |
karea=Mountain |
kdex=032 |
abrow=019 |
obrow=166 |
opbrow=185 |
typebox=1 |
type1=Ghost |
type2=Poison |
species=Shadow |
height-ftin=4'11" |
height-m=1.5 |
height-ftin2=4'07" |
height-m2=1.4 |
weight-lbs=89.3 |
weight-kg=40.5 |
weight-lbs2=89.3 |
weight-kg2=40.5 |
abilityn=m |
ability1=Levitate |
abilitym=Shadow Tag |
egggroupn=1 |
egggroup1=Amorphous |
eggcycles=21 |
evtotal=3 |
evsa=3 |
expyield=225 |
oldexp=190 |
lv100exp=1,059,860 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Purple |
catchrate=45 |
body=06 |
pokefordex=gengar |
generation=1 |
friendship=70 |
}}
'''Gengar''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ゲンガー''' ''Gengar'') is a dual-type {{2t|Ghost|Poison}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Haunter}} when [[trade]]d. It is the final form of {{p|Gastly}}. It can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into '''Mega Gengar''' using the {{DL|Mega Stone|Gengarite}}.

==Biology==
[[File:Morty Gengar.png|thumb|200px|left|[[Morty]]'s Gengar floating through the air]]
Gengar is a dark purple, bipedal Pokémon with a roundish body. It has red eyes and a wide mouth that is usually curled into a sinister grin. Multiple spikes cover its back, and it has large pointed ears. Its arms and legs are short with three digits on both its hands and feet. It also has a stubby tail.

As Mega Gengar, a portion of its body sinks into the ground. The lower portions turn a more reddish purple, and a third eye appears on its forehead. This new unblinking eye is oval and yellow and allows it to see into other dimensions<ref>http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/pokemon/mega_pokemon/#Gengar</ref>. The spikes on Mega Gengar's back are more numerous and pointed. Additionally, spikes appear on its hands and tail. Its ears are now considerably longer and project backward.

Gengar has the ability to hide perfectly in the shadow of any object, granting it exceptional stealth. However, Gengar's body acts as a {{wp|heat sink}}; its presence cools the temperature of the surrounding area by nearly 10°F, because it absorbs the warmth. In addition, Gengar possesses the ability to fly through the air, as demonstrated [[EP023|in the anime]].

Gengar is very mischievous, and at times, malicious. It enjoys playing practical jokes and casting curses, such as pretending to be one's shadow, then behaving erratically. When the quarry notices, the Gengar takes delight in its victim's terror. However, Gengar has been known to be loyal to a {{pkmn|Trainer}} who treats it well. Gengar lives in shadows of rooms, {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Cave Pokémon|caves}}, and dark places where shadows form. It is especially fond of urban areas such as cities and back alleys, but only during the night.

==In the anime==
[[File:Fantina Gengar.png|thumb|210px|right|Gengar in the anime]]
===Major appearances===

{{Ash}} first saw a Gengar in person in [[Lavender Town]] in ''[[EP023|The Tower of Terror]]'' while searching for a {{type|Ghost}} Pokémon to fight [[Sabrina]] with. Due to a close call, Ash got to spend some unexpected time with the ghostly trio, {{p|Gastly}}, {{TP|Sabrina|Haunter}}, and Gengar. It, along with Haunter, seemed to have a fondness for {{wp|Tsukkomi|Japanese stand-up}}, and attempt to (unsuccessfully) amuse Ash by acting as a pair of performers. It reappeared in a flashback in the [[EP024|following episode]].

In ''[[EP072|The Ancient Puzzle of Pokémopolis]]'', a {{pkmn2|giant}} Gengar was awakened near the ancient city of [[Pokémopolis]] where it battled an equally large {{p|Alakazam}}.

{{OBP|Drake|Orange League}} of the [[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]] used a Gengar in his battle with Ash in ''[[EP111|Hello, Pummelo!]]'' and ''[[EP112|Enter The Dragonite]]''. His Gengar managed to confuse [[Ash's Tauros]] before he returned it and instead tried with [[Ash's Lapras]]. In the collision between {{m|Night Shade}} and {{m|Ice Beam}}, both Lapras and Gengar fainted.

A Gengar appeared under the ownership of [[Ecruteak City]] [[Gym Leader]] [[Morty]] in ''[[EP181|A Ghost Of A Chance]]'', ''[[EP182|From Ghost to Ghost]]'', and ''[[EP227|For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll!]]''.

[[Agatha]] used a {{TP|Agatha|Gengar}} to battle [[Ash's Pikachu]] in ''[[AG132|The Scheme Team]]''. The Ghost Pokémon defeated Pikachu.

A Gengar appeared in [[PK15]].

Gengar was the leader of "[[Team Meanies]]" in ''[[SS019|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters out of the Gate!]]''.

A Gengar under the ownership of [[Hearthome City]]'s [[Gym Leader]] [[Fantina]] appeared in a flashback in ''[[DP093|Playing the Leveling Field!]]'', and appeared in ''[[DP102|A Shield with a Twist]]'' where it was defeated by [[Ash's Buizel]].

Three Gengar appeared in ''[[BW137|Celebrating the Hero's Comet!]].''

===Minor appearances===
Gengar first appeared in the opening of the first episode, ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'', where it and a {{p|Nidorino}} battled in a Colosseum on TV.

A group of Gengar, along with a group of Haunter, was creating illusions within a forest in ''[[EP121|Illusion Confusion!]]''.

A Gengar appeared in ''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]'' where it participated in [[Pokémon Beauty Contest|a Pokémon breeding competition]].

A Gengar appeared in ''[[EP186|UnBEARable]]'' in {{an|Brock}}'s thoughts.

A Gengar appeared under the ownership of a {{pkmn|Trainer}} in ''[[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]''.

A Gengar was partnered with two [[Team Rocket]] trainees in ''[[SS012|Training Daze]]''.

A Gengar appeared in ''[[AG084|Who's Flying Now?]]'', in the Fortree City Feather Festival.

A Gengar appeared in ''[[DP090|Ghoul Daze!]]'' together with its pre-evolutions, {{p|Gastly}} and {{p|Haunter}}.

A Gengar appeared in ''[[DP091|One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!]]''.
{{-}}

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP023|Gengar|Ash's Pokédex|Gengar. No information available.}}
{{Animedexbody|EP072|Gengar|Ash's Pokédex|Gengar, the Shadow Pokémon. The evolved form of {{p|Haunter}}. Details about this Pokémon are unknown.}}
|}
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| text align="right" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemelight|Kanto}}; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 10px; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 10px;" | '''Original series entries continue below.'''
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{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP182|Gengar|Ash's Pokédex|Gengar, the Shadow Pokémon. The evolved form of Haunter. Details about Gengar are unknown.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}
{{Animedexheader|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexbody|AG132|Gengar|Ash's Pokédex|Gengar, the Shadow Pokémon. Gengar is the final evolved form of {{p|Gastly}}. It can absorb any surrounding heat, leaving a sudden chill.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Advanced Generation''|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP102|Gengar|Dawn's Pokédex|Gengar, the Shadow Pokémon. Gengar hides in the shadows. If a Gengar is nearby, it is said to feel ten degrees colder than normal.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Diamond & Pearl''|Sinnoh}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Agatha Gengar Adventures.png|thumb|Gengar in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Agatha's Gengar#In the Pokémon Adventures manga|Agatha's Gengar}}
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], [[Agatha]] has two Gengar on her team, and many in her {{type|Ghost}} army. One of them was used to attack {{adv|Blue}} and [[Koga]] from the shadows, draining the latter's life force as it possessed his shadow. Eventually, it was taken down when Koga used the tail that the old woman's {{p|Arbok}} bit off his own to distract it long enough for [[Blue's Porygon]] to deal the finishing blow.

Another Gengar was seen at the beginning of the FireRed and LeafGreen saga in {{PAV|23}}. It was used by a kid from [[Pallet Town]] in an attempt to capture a {{p|Nidorino}}, thus replicating the opening sequence of the [[Generation I]] video games (and their {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s|remakes}}).

===In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga===
In ''[[GB13|A Promise Given to Miltank]]'', Morty called out Gengar to stop a {{p|Spearow}} from stealing the satchel that contained Berries collected by {{GnB|Gold}}.

===In the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team manga===
The Gengar from [[Team Meanies]] appears as a major character and antagonist.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
{{main|Agatha's Gengar#In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga|Agatha's Gengar}}
{{OBP|Blue|Pocket Monsters}}'s Gengar debuted in ''[[PM007|Get Rid Of The Ghost Pokémon!!]]'' as a Haunter. There it evolved while battling {{TP|Red|Clefairy}}.

{{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}} used a Gengar in the Pokémon League where it went up against Red.

[[Agatha]]'s Gengar was shown in ''[[PM035|Panic on the Luxury Liner?!]]''.

===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
{{main|Agatha's Gengar#In the Pokémon Zensho manga|Agatha's Gengar}}
[[Agatha]]'s Gengar went up against {{Zensho|Satoshi}}'s {{p|Alakazam}} and lost in ''[[PZ10|Indigo Plateau]]''.
{{-}}

===Pokédex entries===
{{Mangadexheader}}
{{Mangadexbody|Pokémon Adventures|[[PS077]]|Able to merge with and inhabit the shadow of another being.}}
{{Mangadexfooter}}

==In the TCG==
{{main|Gengar (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* {{g|Pinball}}: A Gengar appears in a bonus stage accessible from the Red Table. Once the player has knocked out the three {{p|Gastly}} and the pair of {{p|Haunter}}, a Gengar that appears must be defeated to win.
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]]: Gengar is the leader of [[Team Meanies]]. While often accompanied by {{p|Ekans}} and {{p|Medicham}}, Gengar will often act alone and spends much of the game causing trouble, even convincing the village to exile the hero, blaming him or her for the natural disasters. However, it is later revealed that he is the cursed human.

===Pokédex entries===
{{dex
|gen=1
|type=ghost
|type2=poison
|redbluedex=Under a full moon, this Pokémon likes to mimic the shadows of people and laugh at their fright.
|yellowdex=A Gengar is close by if you feel a sudden chill. It may be trying to lay a curse on you.
|stadiumdex=Appears to attack people who get lost in the mountains. Said to be the culprit behind shadows that laugh in the moonlight.
|golddex=It steals heat from its surroundings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a Gengar appeared.
|silverdex=To steal the life of its target, it slips into the prey's shadow and silently waits for an opportunity.
|crystaldex=Hiding in people's shadows at night, it absorbs their heat. The chill it causes makes the victims shake.
|stadium2dex=It steals heat from its surroundings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a Gengar appeared.
|rsdex=Sometimes, on a dark night, your shadow thrown by a streetlight will suddenly and startlingly overtake you. It is actually a Gengar running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
|emeralddex=Deep in the night, your shadow cast by a streetlight may suddenly overtake you. It is actually a Gengar running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
|firereddex=It is said to emerge from darkness to steal the lives of those who become lost in mountains.
|leafgreendex=On the night of the full moon, if shadows move on their own and laugh, it must be Gengar's doing.
|diamonddex=It hides in shadows. It is said that if Gengar is hiding, it cools the area by {{tt|nearly 10 degrees F|5°C}}.
|pearldex=Lurking in the shadowy corners of rooms, it awaits chances to steal its prey's life force.
|platinumdex=The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
|heartgolddex=It steals heat from its surroundings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a Gengar appeared.
|soulsilverdex=To steal the life of its target, it slips into the prey's shadow and silently waits for an opportunity.
|bwdex=The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
|b2w2dex=The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
|xdex=It hides in shadows. It is said that if Gengar is hiding, it cools the area by nearly {{tt|10 degrees Fahrenheit|5 degrees Celsius}}.
|ydex=Hiding in people's shadows at night, it absorbs their heat. The chill it causes makes the victims shake.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=ghost |
type2=poison |
gen=1 |
rbarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
jbrarity=One|
jbarea=Trade {{p|Machoke}} for {{p|Haunter}} in [[Cerulean City]] (evolves immediately)|
yarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
gsarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
carea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
gen3ex=frlg |
frlgarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
dprarity=Dual-slot mode |
dparea=[[Old Chateau]] |
dongledp=Any|
ptrarity=Dual-slot mode |
ptarea=[[Old Chateau]] |
donglept=Any|
hgssarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
palarea=Forest |
bwrarity=None |
bwarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
gen5ex=white |
b2w2ex=none |
b2w2area=[[Trade]]|
xyarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=ghost
|type2=poison
|channel[[Mt. Snowfall|Ruins of Truth]]
|pinball=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}}
|trozei=Endless Level 68 Forever Level 18 Pair Battle [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}}
|ranger=[[Fiore Temple]]
|md2=[[Sky Stairway]] (1F-49F)
|ranger2=[[Hippowdon Temple]] [[Altru Building]] [[Altru Tower]]
|rumble=[[Eternal Tower]]
|rumble2=Hauntyard: [[Everspring Valley]], [[World Axle - B1F]]
|ranger3=[[Oblivia Ruins]] [[Dark Temple]]
|pokepark=[[Haunted Zone]]
|conquest=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}}
}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=ghost|type2=poison
|rby1=Bitter Berry|rby1type=Berries (Generation II)|rby1image=no|rby1rar=100
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
=====Gengar=====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 60 |
Attack= 65 |
Defense= 60 |
SpAtk= 130 |
SpDef= 75 |
Special=130 |
Speed= 110 |
type=Ghost |
type2=Poison }}

=====Mega Gengar=====
{{BaseStats|
HP= 60 |
Attack= 65 |
Defense= 80 |
SpAtk= 170 |
SpDef= 95 |
Speed= 130 |
type=Ghost |
type2=Poison }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Ghost
|type2=Poison
|Speed=2
|SpeedMax=3
|Power=2
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=5
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=4
|StaminaMax=4
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
=====Gengar=====
{{TypeEffectiveness|
type1=Ghost|
type2=Poison|
Normal= 0 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 0 |
Ground= 0 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 25 |
Poison= 25 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 100 |
Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic= 200 |
Ice= 100 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |
Fairy= 50 |
notes=yes|
ghost=yes|
levitate=gen1|
newground=2|
newfighting=½|
newnormal=1|
gen1poison=yes|
oldbug=1}}

=====Mega Gengar=====
{{TypeEffectiveness|
type1=Ghost|
type2=Poison|
Normal= 0 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 0 |
Ground= 200 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 25 |
Poison= 25 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 100 |
Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic= 200 |
Ice= 100 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |
Fairy=50 |
notes=yes|
ghost=helditem |
newfighting=½|
newnormal=1}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Hypnosis|Psychic|Status|—|60|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Lick|Ghost|Physical|30|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Spite|Ghost|Status|—|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Spite|Ghost|Status|—|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|8|Mean Look|Normal|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|12|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|15|Night Shade|Ghost|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Confuse Ray|Ghost|Status|—|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|22|Sucker Punch|Dark|Physical|80|100|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|25|Shadow Punch|Ghost|Physical|60|—|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|28|Payback|Dark|Physical|50|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|33|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|39|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|44|Dark Pulse|Dark|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|50|Destiny Bond|Ghost|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|55|Hex|Ghost|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|61|Nightmare|Ghost|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/levelf/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM09|Venoshock|Poison|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM12|Taunt|Dark|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|90|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|110|70|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM31|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM41|Torment|Dark|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM52|Focus Blast|Fighting|Special|120|70|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM53|Energy Ball|Grass|Special|90|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM56|Fling|Dark|Physical|—|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM61|Will-O-Wisp|Fire|Status|—|85|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM63|Embargo|Dark|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM64|Explosion|Normal|Physical|250|100|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM66|Payback|Dark|Physical|50|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM83|Infestation|Bug|Special|20|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM84|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM97|Dark Pulse|Dark|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM98|Power-Up Punch|Fighting|Physical|40|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM99|Dazzling Gleam|Fairy|Special|80|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tmf/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|200|Misdreavus}}{{MSP|429|Mismagius}}{{MSP|355|Duskull}}{{MSP|356|Dusclops}}{{MSP|477|Dusknoir}}{{MSP|358|Chimecho}} {{MSP|425|Drifloon}}{{MSP|426|Drifblim}}{{MSP|562|Yamask}}{{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}}{{MSP|607|Litwick}}{{MSP|608|Lampent}} {{MSP|609|Chandelure}}{{MSP|708|Phantump}}{{MSP|709|Trevenant}}{{MSP|710|Pumpkaboo}}{{MSP|711|Gourgeist}}|Astonish|Ghost|Physical|30|100|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|109|Koffing}}{{MSP|110|Weezing}}|Clear Smog|Poison|Special|50|—|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|088|Grimer}}{{MSP|089|Muk}}{{MSP|355|Duskull}}{{MSP|356|Dusclops}}{{MSP|477|Dusknoir}}{{MSP|562|Yamask}} {{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}}|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20||||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|356|Dusclops}}{{MSP|477|Dusknoir}}|Fire Punch|Fire|Physical|75|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|200|Misdreavus}}{{MSP|353|Shuppet}}{{MSP|354|Banette}}{{MSP|562|Yamask}}{{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}}|Grudge|Ghost|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|109|Koffing}}{{MSP|110|Weezing}}{{MSP|562|Yamask}}{{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}}|Haze|Ice|Status|—|—|30||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|356|Dusclops}}{{MSP|477|Dusknoir}}|Ice Punch|Ice|Physical|75|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|200|Misdreavus}}|Perish Song|Normal|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|200|Misdreavus}}{{MSP|429|Mismagius}}{{MSP|358|Chimecho}}{{MSP|577|Solosis}}{{MSP|578|Duosion}}{{MSP|579|Reuniclus}}|Psywave|Psychic|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|618|Stunfisk}}|Reflect Type|Normal|Status|—|—|15|||*}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}}{{MSP|710|Pumpkaboo}}{{MSP|711|Gourgeist}}|Scary Face|Normal|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|109|Koffing}}{{MSP|110|Weezing}}{{MSP|218|Slugma}}{{MSP|219|Magcargo}}{{MSP|607|Litwick}}{{MSP|608|Lampent}} {{MSP|609|Chandelure}}|Smog|Poison|Special|30|70|20||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|356|Dusclops}}{{MSP|477|Dusknoir}}|Thunder Punch|Electric|Physical|75|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/breedf/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor5null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{Learnlist/prevoh|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|6|1}}
{{Learnlist/prevo5null}}
{{Learnlist/prevof|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|6|1}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=ghost |
type2=poison |
ndex=094 |
pinball=Evolve |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=Evolve |
area=Darkness Ridge |
P1=My red eyes aren't from lack of sleep! |
P2=Confound it! My HP is already missing by half... |
P3=This is my ruin... Even my shadow grows dim... |
PL=Very well! I've leveled! |
Partner=yes |
PP1=Kekeh! I'm counting on you! |
PP2=Kekeh? This is getting a bit rough... |
PP3=Gegeh! I'm about to faint! Oi! Heal me quick! |
PPL=N/A |
Ranger=yes |
group=Ghost |
assist=Ghost |
fieldpower=0 |
field=None |
loop=7 |
MinEXP=100 |
MaxEXP=120 |
browser=Beware--Gengar abducts your Pokémon. It makes copies of itself to attack. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=-10 |
iq=G |
Ranger2=yes |
group2=Ghost |
assist2=Ghost |
field2=Psy Power |
field2power=3 |
browser2=It attacks by spitting out eerie orbs and sinister ones imbued with loathing. |
Ranger3=yes |
group3=Ghost |
assist3=Ghost |
field3=Psy Power |
field3power=3 |
browser3=It shoots out orbs imbued with loathsome emotions that make Pokémon Paused. |
rumble=yes|
rumbleattack=5|
rumbledefense=3|
rumblespeed=4|
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=5|
rumble2defense=3|
rumble2speed=4|
Pad=Gengar appeared out of the painting in the [[Haunted Zone]]. Watch him take the lead at {{DL|Attractions|Dusknoir's Speed Slam}} and {{DL|Attractions|Rotom's Spooky Shoot-'em-Up}}. |
Pad2=He says spiteful things, but he came to the [[Tech Area]] to look for his missing friends. He cherishes his friendships. |
Park2strong= |
Park2weak= |
Conquest=yes |
ConquestAtk=4 |
ConquestSpd=4 |
ConquestDef=2 |
ConquestHP=2 |
ConquestRange=3 |
ConquestMove={{m|Shadow Ball}} |
ConquestAbility1={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Levitate}} |
ConquestAbility2= |
ConquestAbility3= |
ConquestEvo=Evolves from {{p|Haunter}} when it has a link of 60% or higher, after knocking out a [[Warrior]]'s Pokémon in a manner that allows recruitment |
ConquestLink={{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest characters|Bokuzen}}, '''[[Hanzō]]''', {{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest characters|Saizō}}, and {{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest characters|Yoshitatsu}}
}}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Ghost
|type2=Poison
|pictype=art
|no1=092
|name1=Gastly
|type1-1=Ghost
|type2-1=Poison
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 25}}
|no2=093
|name2=Haunter
|type1-2=Ghost
|type2-2=Poison
|evo2={{bag|Pal Pad}} {{color2|000|Trade}}
|no3=094
|name3=Gengar
|type1-3=Ghost
|type2-3=Poison}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=ghost|
type2=poison|
gen=1|
gender=none|
ndex=094|
name=Gengar|
}}

==Trivia==

* In the [[Pokémon Red and Green beta|Pokémon Red and Blue beta]], Gengar was originally known as "Phantom".
* Gengar, along with {{p|Nidorino}}, with whom it battles in the beginning of {{game5|Red|Blue|Green|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, originate from the ''[[Capsule Monsters]]'' manga, the precursor to the Pokémon franchise.
* Mega Gengar has the highest base {{stat|Special Attack}} stat of all {{t|Ghost}}- and {{type|Poison}} Pokémon and is tied with {{p|Crobat}} for the highest base {{stat|Speed}} stat of all Poison-type Pokémon.
** Mega Gengar has the highest base stat total of all non-legendary Ghost-type Pokémon.
* When being escorted through [[Mt. Freeze]] and [[Murky Cave]] in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]], it knows {{m|Leer}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Quick Attack}}, although it [[game move errors|cannot learn]] those moves by any means in any generation.

===Origin===
It seems to be simply based on general cartoonish {{wp|ghost}}s, {{wp|cat}}s, or {{wp| Cheshire Cat}} and possibly on a distorted shadow of a human being like {{wp|shadow people}}.

====Name origin====
Gengar and Gangar are possibly a shortening of ''{{wp|doppelgänger}}'', a double of a person, which is fitting for a Pokémon with a habit of pretending to be a person's shadow. The kanji 幻 ''maboroshi'' can also be read as ''gen'' and is used in words meaning ''phantom'' or ''illusion''. There is also a striking pronunciation similarity to the Danish word ''{{wp|gjenganger|genganger}}'', a term for ghosts found in Scandinavian folklore.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=ghost|type2=poison
|ja=ゲンガー ''Gangar''|jameaning=From ''{{wp|doppelgänger}}''
|fr=Ectoplasma|frmeaning=From ''{{wp|ectoplasm}}''
|es=Gengar|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Gengar|demeaning=Same as English name
|it=Gengar|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=팬텀 ''Paenteom''|komeaning=A transliteration of the English word ''phantom''
|zh_yue=耿鬼 ''Gánggwái''|zh_yuemeaning=Transliteration of its Japanese name. Contains {{tt|鬼|ghost}}
|zh_cmn=耿鬼 ''Gěngguǐ''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transliteration of its Japanese name. Contains {{tt|鬼|ghost}}
}}

 

==Notes==
<references />

==External links==
* {{wp|Gengar|Article on Wikipedia}}

==Notes==
<references />

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Gengar (Pokémon)

2014-01-16T22:33:08Z

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{{PokémonPrevNext | type=ghost | type2=poison | prevnum=093 | nextnum=095 | prev=Haunter | next=Onix }}
{{Pokémon Infobox |
name=Gengar |
jname=ゲンガー |
jtranslit=Gengā |
tmname=Gengar |
forme=2 |
mega=Gengarite |
ndex=094 |
jdex=060 |
hdex=264 |
fbrow=096 |
sdex=071 |
karea=Mountain |
kdex=032 |
abrow=019 |
obrow=166 |
opbrow=185 |
typebox=1 |
type1=Ghost |
type2=Poison |
species=Shadow |
height-ftin=4'11" |
height-m=1.5 |
height-ftin2=4'07" |
height-m2=1.4 |
weight-lbs=89.3 |
weight-kg=40.5 |
weight-lbs2=89.3 |
weight-kg2=40.5 |
abilityn=m |
ability1=Levitate |
abilitym=Shadow Tag |
egggroupn=1 |
egggroup1=Amorphous |
eggcycles=21 |
evtotal=3 |
evsa=3 |
expyield=225 |
oldexp=190 |
lv100exp=1,059,860 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Purple |
catchrate=45 |
body=06 |
pokefordex=gengar |
generation=1 |
friendship=70 |
}}
'''Gengar''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ゲンガー''' ''Gangar'') is a dual-type {{2t|Ghost|Poison}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Haunter}} when [[trade]]d. It is the final form of {{p|Gastly}}. It can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into '''Mega Gengar''' using the {{DL|Mega Stone|Gengarite}}.

==Biology==
[[File:Morty Gengar.png|thumb|200px|left|[[Morty]]'s Gengar floating through the air]]
Gengar is a dark purple, bipedal Pokémon with a roundish body. It has red eyes and a wide mouth that is usually curled into a sinister grin. Multiple spikes cover its back, and it has large pointed ears. Its arms and legs are short with three digits on both its hands and feet. It also has a stubby tail.

As Mega Gengar, a portion of its body sinks into the ground. The lower portions turn a more reddish purple, and a third eye appears on its forehead. This new unblinking eye is oval and yellow and allows it to see into other dimensions<ref>http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/pokemon/mega_pokemon/#Gengar</ref>. The spikes on Mega Gengar's back are more numerous and pointed. Additionally, spikes appear on its hands and tail. Its ears are now considerably longer and project backward.

Gengar has the ability to hide perfectly in the shadow of any object, granting it exceptional stealth. However, Gengar's body acts as a {{wp|heat sink}}; its presence cools the temperature of the surrounding area by nearly 10°F, because it absorbs the warmth. In addition, Gengar possesses the ability to fly through the air, as demonstrated [[EP023|in the anime]].

Gengar is very mischievous, and at times, malicious. It enjoys playing practical jokes and casting curses, such as pretending to be one's shadow, then behaving erratically. When the quarry notices, the Gengar takes delight in its victim's terror. However, Gengar has been known to be loyal to a {{pkmn|Trainer}} who treats it well. Gengar lives in shadows of rooms, {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Cave Pokémon|caves}}, and dark places where shadows form. It is especially fond of urban areas such as cities and back alleys, but only during the night.

==In the anime==
[[File:Fantina Gengar.png|thumb|210px|right|Gengar in the anime]]
===Major appearances===

{{Ash}} first saw a Gengar in person in [[Lavender Town]] in ''[[EP023|The Tower of Terror]]'' while searching for a {{type|Ghost}} Pokémon to fight [[Sabrina]] with. Due to a close call, Ash got to spend some unexpected time with the ghostly trio, {{p|Gastly}}, {{TP|Sabrina|Haunter}}, and Gengar. It, along with Haunter, seemed to have a fondness for {{wp|Tsukkomi|Japanese stand-up}}, and attempt to (unsuccessfully) amuse Ash by acting as a pair of performers. It reappeared in a flashback in the [[EP024|following episode]].

In ''[[EP072|The Ancient Puzzle of Pokémopolis]]'', a {{pkmn2|giant}} Gengar was awakened near the ancient city of [[Pokémopolis]] where it battled an equally large {{p|Alakazam}}.

{{OBP|Drake|Orange League}} of the [[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]] used a Gengar in his battle with Ash in ''[[EP111|Hello, Pummelo!]]'' and ''[[EP112|Enter The Dragonite]]''. His Gengar managed to confuse [[Ash's Tauros]] before he returned it and instead tried with [[Ash's Lapras]]. In the collision between {{m|Night Shade}} and {{m|Ice Beam}}, both Lapras and Gengar fainted.

A Gengar appeared under the ownership of [[Ecruteak City]] [[Gym Leader]] [[Morty]] in ''[[EP181|A Ghost Of A Chance]]'', ''[[EP182|From Ghost to Ghost]]'', and ''[[EP227|For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll!]]''.

[[Agatha]] used a {{TP|Agatha|Gengar}} to battle [[Ash's Pikachu]] in ''[[AG132|The Scheme Team]]''. The Ghost Pokémon defeated Pikachu.

A Gengar appeared in [[PK15]].

Gengar was the leader of "[[Team Meanies]]" in ''[[SS019|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters out of the Gate!]]''.

A Gengar under the ownership of [[Hearthome City]]'s [[Gym Leader]] [[Fantina]] appeared in a flashback in ''[[DP093|Playing the Leveling Field!]]'', and appeared in ''[[DP102|A Shield with a Twist]]'' where it was defeated by [[Ash's Buizel]].

Three Gengar appeared in ''[[BW137|Celebrating the Hero's Comet!]].''

===Minor appearances===
Gengar first appeared in the opening of the first episode, ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'', where it and a {{p|Nidorino}} battled in a Colosseum on TV.

A group of Gengar, along with a group of Haunter, was creating illusions within a forest in ''[[EP121|Illusion Confusion!]]''.

A Gengar appeared in ''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]'' where it participated in [[Pokémon Beauty Contest|a Pokémon breeding competition]].

A Gengar appeared in ''[[EP186|UnBEARable]]'' in {{an|Brock}}'s thoughts.

A Gengar appeared under the ownership of a {{pkmn|Trainer}} in ''[[M04|Celebi: Voice of the Forest]]''.

A Gengar was partnered with two [[Team Rocket]] trainees in ''[[SS012|Training Daze]]''.

A Gengar appeared in ''[[AG084|Who's Flying Now?]]'', in the Fortree City Feather Festival.

A Gengar appeared in ''[[DP090|Ghoul Daze!]]'' together with its pre-evolutions, {{p|Gastly}} and {{p|Haunter}}.

A Gengar appeared in ''[[DP091|One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!]]''.
{{-}}

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP023|Gengar|Ash's Pokédex|Gengar. No information available.}}
{{Animedexbody|EP072|Gengar|Ash's Pokédex|Gengar, the Shadow Pokémon. The evolved form of {{p|Haunter}}. Details about this Pokémon are unknown.}}
|}
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| text align="right" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemelight|Kanto}}; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 10px; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 10px;" | '''Original series entries continue below.'''
|}
|}
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP182|Gengar|Ash's Pokédex|Gengar, the Shadow Pokémon. The evolved form of Haunter. Details about Gengar are unknown.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}
{{Animedexheader|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexbody|AG132|Gengar|Ash's Pokédex|Gengar, the Shadow Pokémon. Gengar is the final evolved form of {{p|Gastly}}. It can absorb any surrounding heat, leaving a sudden chill.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Advanced Generation''|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP102|Gengar|Dawn's Pokédex|Gengar, the Shadow Pokémon. Gengar hides in the shadows. If a Gengar is nearby, it is said to feel ten degrees colder than normal.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Diamond & Pearl''|Sinnoh}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Agatha Gengar Adventures.png|thumb|Gengar in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Agatha's Gengar#In the Pokémon Adventures manga|Agatha's Gengar}}
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], [[Agatha]] has two Gengar on her team, and many in her {{type|Ghost}} army. One of them was used to attack {{adv|Blue}} and [[Koga]] from the shadows, draining the latter's life force as it possessed his shadow. Eventually, it was taken down when Koga used the tail that the old woman's {{p|Arbok}} bit off his own to distract it long enough for [[Blue's Porygon]] to deal the finishing blow.

Another Gengar was seen at the beginning of the FireRed and LeafGreen saga in {{PAV|23}}. It was used by a kid from [[Pallet Town]] in an attempt to capture a {{p|Nidorino}}, thus replicating the opening sequence of the [[Generation I]] video games (and their {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s|remakes}}).

===In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga===
In ''[[GB13|A Promise Given to Miltank]]'', Morty called out Gengar to stop a {{p|Spearow}} from stealing the satchel that contained Berries collected by {{GnB|Gold}}.

===In the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Ginji's Rescue Team manga===
The Gengar from [[Team Meanies]] appears as a major character and antagonist.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
{{main|Agatha's Gengar#In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga|Agatha's Gengar}}
{{OBP|Blue|Pocket Monsters}}'s Gengar debuted in ''[[PM007|Get Rid Of The Ghost Pokémon!!]]'' as a Haunter. There it evolved while battling {{TP|Red|Clefairy}}.

{{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}} used a Gengar in the Pokémon League where it went up against Red.

[[Agatha]]'s Gengar was shown in ''[[PM035|Panic on the Luxury Liner?!]]''.

===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
{{main|Agatha's Gengar#In the Pokémon Zensho manga|Agatha's Gengar}}
[[Agatha]]'s Gengar went up against {{Zensho|Satoshi}}'s {{p|Alakazam}} and lost in ''[[PZ10|Indigo Plateau]]''.
{{-}}

===Pokédex entries===
{{Mangadexheader}}
{{Mangadexbody|Pokémon Adventures|[[PS077]]|Able to merge with and inhabit the shadow of another being.}}
{{Mangadexfooter}}

==In the TCG==
{{main|Gengar (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* {{g|Pinball}}: A Gengar appears in a bonus stage accessible from the Red Table. Once the player has knocked out the three {{p|Gastly}} and the pair of {{p|Haunter}}, a Gengar that appears must be defeated to win.
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]]: Gengar is the leader of [[Team Meanies]]. While often accompanied by {{p|Ekans}} and {{p|Medicham}}, Gengar will often act alone and spends much of the game causing trouble, even convincing the village to exile the hero, blaming him or her for the natural disasters. However, it is later revealed that he is the cursed human.

===Pokédex entries===
{{dex
|gen=1
|type=ghost
|type2=poison
|redbluedex=Under a full moon, this Pokémon likes to mimic the shadows of people and laugh at their fright.
|yellowdex=A Gengar is close by if you feel a sudden chill. It may be trying to lay a curse on you.
|stadiumdex=Appears to attack people who get lost in the mountains. Said to be the culprit behind shadows that laugh in the moonlight.
|golddex=It steals heat from its surroundings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a Gengar appeared.
|silverdex=To steal the life of its target, it slips into the prey's shadow and silently waits for an opportunity.
|crystaldex=Hiding in people's shadows at night, it absorbs their heat. The chill it causes makes the victims shake.
|stadium2dex=It steals heat from its surroundings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a Gengar appeared.
|rsdex=Sometimes, on a dark night, your shadow thrown by a streetlight will suddenly and startlingly overtake you. It is actually a Gengar running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
|emeralddex=Deep in the night, your shadow cast by a streetlight may suddenly overtake you. It is actually a Gengar running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
|firereddex=It is said to emerge from darkness to steal the lives of those who become lost in mountains.
|leafgreendex=On the night of the full moon, if shadows move on their own and laugh, it must be Gengar's doing.
|diamonddex=It hides in shadows. It is said that if Gengar is hiding, it cools the area by {{tt|nearly 10 degrees F|5°C}}.
|pearldex=Lurking in the shadowy corners of rooms, it awaits chances to steal its prey's life force.
|platinumdex=The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
|heartgolddex=It steals heat from its surroundings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a Gengar appeared.
|soulsilverdex=To steal the life of its target, it slips into the prey's shadow and silently waits for an opportunity.
|bwdex=The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
|b2w2dex=The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
|xdex=It hides in shadows. It is said that if Gengar is hiding, it cools the area by nearly {{tt|10 degrees Fahrenheit|5 degrees Celsius}}.
|ydex=Hiding in people's shadows at night, it absorbs their heat. The chill it causes makes the victims shake.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=ghost |
type2=poison |
gen=1 |
rbarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
jbrarity=One|
jbarea=Trade {{p|Machoke}} for {{p|Haunter}} in [[Cerulean City]] (evolves immediately)|
yarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
gsarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
carea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
gen3ex=frlg |
frlgarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
dprarity=Dual-slot mode |
dparea=[[Old Chateau]] |
dongledp=Any|
ptrarity=Dual-slot mode |
ptarea=[[Old Chateau]] |
donglept=Any|
hgssarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
palarea=Forest |
bwrarity=None |
bwarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
gen5ex=white |
b2w2ex=none |
b2w2area=[[Trade]]|
xyarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}} |
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====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=ghost
|type2=poison
|channel[[Mt. Snowfall|Ruins of Truth]]
|pinball=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}}
|trozei=Endless Level 68 Forever Level 18 Pair Battle [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}}
|ranger=[[Fiore Temple]]
|md2=[[Sky Stairway]] (1F-49F)
|ranger2=[[Hippowdon Temple]] [[Altru Building]] [[Altru Tower]]
|rumble=[[Eternal Tower]]
|rumble2=Hauntyard: [[Everspring Valley]], [[World Axle - B1F]]
|ranger3=[[Oblivia Ruins]] [[Dark Temple]]
|pokepark=[[Haunted Zone]]
|conquest=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Haunter}}
}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=ghost|type2=poison
|rby1=Bitter Berry|rby1type=Berries (Generation II)|rby1image=no|rby1rar=100
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
=====Gengar=====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 60 |
Attack= 65 |
Defense= 60 |
SpAtk= 130 |
SpDef= 75 |
Special=130 |
Speed= 110 |
type=Ghost |
type2=Poison }}

=====Mega Gengar=====
{{BaseStats|
HP= 60 |
Attack= 65 |
Defense= 80 |
SpAtk= 170 |
SpDef= 95 |
Speed= 130 |
type=Ghost |
type2=Poison }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Ghost
|type2=Poison
|Speed=2
|SpeedMax=3
|Power=2
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=5
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=4
|StaminaMax=4
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
=====Gengar=====
{{TypeEffectiveness|
type1=Ghost|
type2=Poison|
Normal= 0 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 0 |
Ground= 0 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 25 |
Poison= 25 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 100 |
Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic= 200 |
Ice= 100 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |
Fairy= 50 |
notes=yes|
ghost=yes|
levitate=gen1|
newground=2|
newfighting=½|
newnormal=1|
gen1poison=yes|
oldbug=1}}

=====Mega Gengar=====
{{TypeEffectiveness|
type1=Ghost|
type2=Poison|
Normal= 0 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 0 |
Ground= 200 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 25 |
Poison= 25 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 100 |
Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 50 |
Electric=100 |
Psychic= 200 |
Ice= 100 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |
Fairy=50 |
notes=yes|
ghost=helditem |
newfighting=½|
newnormal=1}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Hypnosis|Psychic|Status|—|60|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Lick|Ghost|Physical|30|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Spite|Ghost|Status|—|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Spite|Ghost|Status|—|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|8|Mean Look|Normal|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|12|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|15|Night Shade|Ghost|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Confuse Ray|Ghost|Status|—|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|22|Sucker Punch|Dark|Physical|80|100|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|25|Shadow Punch|Ghost|Physical|60|—|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|28|Payback|Dark|Physical|50|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|33|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|39|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|44|Dark Pulse|Dark|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|50|Destiny Bond|Ghost|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|55|Hex|Ghost|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|61|Nightmare|Ghost|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/levelf/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM09|Venoshock|Poison|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM12|Taunt|Dark|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|90|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|110|70|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM31|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM41|Torment|Dark|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM52|Focus Blast|Fighting|Special|120|70|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM53|Energy Ball|Grass|Special|90|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM56|Fling|Dark|Physical|—|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM61|Will-O-Wisp|Fire|Status|—|85|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM63|Embargo|Dark|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM64|Explosion|Normal|Physical|250|100|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM66|Payback|Dark|Physical|50|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM83|Infestation|Bug|Special|20|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM84|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM97|Dark Pulse|Dark|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM98|Power-Up Punch|Fighting|Physical|40|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM99|Dazzling Gleam|Fairy|Special|80|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tmf/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|200|Misdreavus}}{{MSP|429|Mismagius}}{{MSP|355|Duskull}}{{MSP|356|Dusclops}}{{MSP|477|Dusknoir}}{{MSP|358|Chimecho}} {{MSP|425|Drifloon}}{{MSP|426|Drifblim}}{{MSP|562|Yamask}}{{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}}{{MSP|607|Litwick}}{{MSP|608|Lampent}} {{MSP|609|Chandelure}}{{MSP|708|Phantump}}{{MSP|709|Trevenant}}{{MSP|710|Pumpkaboo}}{{MSP|711|Gourgeist}}|Astonish|Ghost|Physical|30|100|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|109|Koffing}}{{MSP|110|Weezing}}|Clear Smog|Poison|Special|50|—|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|088|Grimer}}{{MSP|089|Muk}}{{MSP|355|Duskull}}{{MSP|356|Dusclops}}{{MSP|477|Dusknoir}}{{MSP|562|Yamask}} {{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}}|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20||||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|356|Dusclops}}{{MSP|477|Dusknoir}}|Fire Punch|Fire|Physical|75|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|200|Misdreavus}}{{MSP|353|Shuppet}}{{MSP|354|Banette}}{{MSP|562|Yamask}}{{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}}|Grudge|Ghost|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|109|Koffing}}{{MSP|110|Weezing}}{{MSP|562|Yamask}}{{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}}|Haze|Ice|Status|—|—|30||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|356|Dusclops}}{{MSP|477|Dusknoir}}|Ice Punch|Ice|Physical|75|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|200|Misdreavus}}|Perish Song|Normal|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|200|Misdreavus}}{{MSP|429|Mismagius}}{{MSP|358|Chimecho}}{{MSP|577|Solosis}}{{MSP|578|Duosion}}{{MSP|579|Reuniclus}}|Psywave|Psychic|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|618|Stunfisk}}|Reflect Type|Normal|Status|—|—|15|||*}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}}{{MSP|710|Pumpkaboo}}{{MSP|711|Gourgeist}}|Scary Face|Normal|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|109|Koffing}}{{MSP|110|Weezing}}{{MSP|218|Slugma}}{{MSP|219|Magcargo}}{{MSP|607|Litwick}}{{MSP|608|Lampent}} {{MSP|609|Chandelure}}|Smog|Poison|Special|30|70|20||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|356|Dusclops}}{{MSP|477|Dusknoir}}|Thunder Punch|Electric|Physical|75|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/breedf/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor5null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/6|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|1}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{Learnlist/prevoh|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|6|1}}
{{Learnlist/prevo5null}}
{{Learnlist/prevof|Gengar|Ghost|Poison|6|1}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=ghost |
type2=poison |
ndex=094 |
pinball=Evolve |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=Evolve |
area=Darkness Ridge |
P1=My red eyes aren't from lack of sleep! |
P2=Confound it! My HP is already missing by half... |
P3=This is my ruin... Even my shadow grows dim... |
PL=Very well! I've leveled! |
Partner=yes |
PP1=Kekeh! I'm counting on you! |
PP2=Kekeh? This is getting a bit rough... |
PP3=Gegeh! I'm about to faint! Oi! Heal me quick! |
PPL=N/A |
Ranger=yes |
group=Ghost |
assist=Ghost |
fieldpower=0 |
field=None |
loop=7 |
MinEXP=100 |
MaxEXP=120 |
browser=Beware--Gengar abducts your Pokémon. It makes copies of itself to attack. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=-10 |
iq=G |
Ranger2=yes |
group2=Ghost |
assist2=Ghost |
field2=Psy Power |
field2power=3 |
browser2=It attacks by spitting out eerie orbs and sinister ones imbued with loathing. |
Ranger3=yes |
group3=Ghost |
assist3=Ghost |
field3=Psy Power |
field3power=3 |
browser3=It shoots out orbs imbued with loathsome emotions that make Pokémon Paused. |
rumble=yes|
rumbleattack=5|
rumbledefense=3|
rumblespeed=4|
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=5|
rumble2defense=3|
rumble2speed=4|
Pad=Gengar appeared out of the painting in the [[Haunted Zone]]. Watch him take the lead at {{DL|Attractions|Dusknoir's Speed Slam}} and {{DL|Attractions|Rotom's Spooky Shoot-'em-Up}}. |
Pad2=He says spiteful things, but he came to the [[Tech Area]] to look for his missing friends. He cherishes his friendships. |
Park2strong= |
Park2weak= |
Conquest=yes |
ConquestAtk=4 |
ConquestSpd=4 |
ConquestDef=2 |
ConquestHP=2 |
ConquestRange=3 |
ConquestMove={{m|Shadow Ball}} |
ConquestAbility1={{DL|List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Levitate}} |
ConquestAbility2= |
ConquestAbility3= |
ConquestEvo=Evolves from {{p|Haunter}} when it has a link of 60% or higher, after knocking out a [[Warrior]]'s Pokémon in a manner that allows recruitment |
ConquestLink={{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest characters|Bokuzen}}, '''[[Hanzō]]''', {{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest characters|Saizō}}, and {{DL|List of Pokémon Conquest characters|Yoshitatsu}}
}}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Ghost
|type2=Poison
|pictype=art
|no1=092
|name1=Gastly
|type1-1=Ghost
|type2-1=Poison
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 25}}
|no2=093
|name2=Haunter
|type1-2=Ghost
|type2-2=Poison
|evo2={{bag|Pal Pad}} {{color2|000|Trade}}
|no3=094
|name3=Gengar
|type1-3=Ghost
|type2-3=Poison}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=ghost|
type2=poison|
gen=1|
gender=none|
ndex=094|
name=Gengar|
}}

==Trivia==

* In the [[Pokémon Red and Green beta|Pokémon Red and Blue beta]], Gengar was originally known as "Phantom".
* Gengar, along with {{p|Nidorino}}, with whom it battles in the beginning of {{game5|Red|Blue|Green|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, originate from the ''[[Capsule Monsters]]'' manga, the precursor to the Pokémon franchise.
* Mega Gengar has the highest base {{stat|Special Attack}} stat of all {{t|Ghost}}- and {{type|Poison}} Pokémon and is tied with {{p|Crobat}} for the highest base {{stat|Speed}} stat of all Poison-type Pokémon.
** Mega Gengar has the highest base stat total of all non-legendary Ghost-type Pokémon.
* When being escorted through [[Mt. Freeze]] and [[Murky Cave]] in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]], it knows {{m|Leer}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Quick Attack}}, although it [[game move errors|cannot learn]] those moves by any means in any generation.

===Origin===
It seems to be simply based on general cartoonish {{wp|ghost}}s, {{wp|cat}}s, or {{wp| Cheshire Cat}} and possibly on a distorted shadow of a human being like {{wp|shadow people}}.

====Name origin====
Gengar and Gangar are possibly a shortening of ''{{wp|doppelgänger}}'', a double of a person, which is fitting for a Pokémon with a habit of pretending to be a person's shadow. The kanji 幻 ''maboroshi'' can also be read as ''gen'' and is used in words meaning ''phantom'' or ''illusion''. There is also a striking pronunciation similarity to the Danish word ''{{wp|gjenganger|genganger}}'', a term for ghosts found in Scandinavian folklore.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=ghost|type2=poison
|ja=ゲンガー ''Gangar''|jameaning=From ''{{wp|doppelgänger}}''
|fr=Ectoplasma|frmeaning=From ''{{wp|ectoplasm}}''
|es=Gengar|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Gengar|demeaning=Same as English name
|it=Gengar|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=팬텀 ''Paenteom''|komeaning=A transliteration of the English word ''phantom''
|zh_yue=耿鬼 ''Gánggwái''|zh_yuemeaning=Transliteration of its Japanese name. Contains {{tt|鬼|ghost}}
|zh_cmn=耿鬼 ''Gěngguǐ''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transliteration of its Japanese name. Contains {{tt|鬼|ghost}}
}}

 

==Notes==
<references />

==External links==
* {{wp|Gengar|Article on Wikipedia}}

==Notes==
<references />

{{PokémonPrevNextFoot | type=ghost | type2=poison | prevnum=093 | nextnum=095 | prev=Haunter | next=Onix }}
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Manectric (Pokémon)

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{{PokémonPrevNextHead | species=Manectric | prev=Electrike | next=Plusle |type=electric|prevnum=309|nextnum=311}}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Manectric |
jname=ライボルト |
tmname=Livolt |
art=RS |
size=160px |
pron=<sc>men-nec-tric</sc> |
ndex=310 |
hdex=079 |
fbrow=147 |
obrow=106 |
opbrow=164 |
type1=Electric |
species=Discharge |
height-ftin=4'11" |
height-m=1.5 |
weight-lbs=88.6 |
weight-kg=40.2 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Static |
ability2=Lightningrod |
abilityd=Minus |
egggroupn=1 |
egggroup1=Field |
egggroup2= |
eggcycles=20 |
evsp=2 |
expyield=168 |
lv100exp=1,250,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Yellow |
catchrate=45 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=manectric |
generation=3 |
footnotes=}}
'''Manectric''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ライボルト''' ''Livolt'') is an {{type|Electric}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Electrike}} starting at [[level]] 26.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Manectric largely resembles a dog or {{wp|maned wolf|wolf}}. Its body is mainly blue in color and it has a spiky, yellow mane on its head that sticks straight up, as well as large yellow tufts of fur on its haunches and around its front feet. Its blue, spike-like tail sticks straight up. The outline of its mouth is jagged and there are two small holes where its ears appear to be.

====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Manectric can discharge electricity from its mane to create thunderstorms and thunderclouds in the atmosphere. The sparks can often start fires. Like its pre-evolution {{p|Electrike}}, it generates the electricity in its fur and mane from the friction caused when it runs. The electricity it discharges ranges from a weak shock such as {{m|Thunder Wave}} to paralyze the opponent, to a strong {{m|Thunderbolt}} to deal large amounts of damage. Manectric also has the ability to learn the Fire-type moves {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Overheat}}, and {{m|Fire Fang}}. Since Manectric is a fully evolved Pokémon, it can learn {{m|Hyper Beam}} and {{m|Giga Impact}}.

===Behavior===
Manectric is an independent Pokémon; it rarely appears before humans. This may be due to the fact that it summons storm clouds upon entering a battle.

===Habitat===
[[File:Grassland Habitat.png|thumb|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Grassland Pokémon}}]]
They can be found in grassy areas.

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}

==In the anime==
[[File:Wattson Manectric.png|right|thumb|250px|Manectric in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
====[[Wattson's Manectric]]====
{{TP|Wattson|Manectric}} was first seen in the main series under the ownership of [[Wattson]] who obtained it as an {{p|Electrike}} in ''[[AG040|Watt's with Wattson?]]'' It evolved in ''[[AG059|A Manectric Charge]]'' where it battled against {{Ash}}'s {{AP|Torkoal}} and won.

====Other====
An Electrike that evolved into Manectric appeared in ''[[DP042|The Electrike Company!]]''

===Minor appearances===
Manectric made its debut in the opening of ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' where it was used in a [[Double Battle|Double Battle]] alongside a {{p|Solrock}}.

A Manectric appeared in the opening of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''.

Manectric made a cameo in ''[[AG135|Numero Uno Articuno!]]'' as one of {{FB|Factory Head|Noland}}'s Pokémon.

A Manectric appears in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' as one of the Pokémon under [[Damos]]'s ownership.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexbody|AG059|Manectric|Ash's Pokédex|Manectric, the Discharge Pokémon. Manectric has the ability to gather local electrical energy in its mane, and then discharge it, creating thunder clouds.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Advanced Generation''|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP042|Manectric|Dawn's Pokédex|Manectric, the Discharge Pokémon. It is constantly discharging the electricity it collects in its mane.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Diamond & Pearl''|Sinnoh}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Wattson Manectric Adventures.png|thumb|175px|[[Wattson's Manectric]] in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Wattson's Manectric}}
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], [[Wattson]] had an Electrike that evolved into a Manectric prior to ''[[PS245|VS. Kyogre & Groudon VIII]]''. Although it held the advantage against the {{p|Nincada}} that [[Aqua Admin Amber|Amber]] borrowed from [[Shelly]], once it evolved and continually increased its speed with the {{a|Speed Boost}} ability, Manectric was nearly overwhelmed. However, Wattson placed his trust on the Pokémon to pin the {{p|Ninjask}} down and ordered a {{m|Thunder}} with it using itself as a lightning rod, fainting them both. However, what they ''didn't'' put into consideration is that Nincada produces {{p|Shedinja|a cast-off evolution}} when it becomes Ninjask, and a surprise attack from behind fells Wattson, sending him sinking into the ocean.

===In the Arceus and the Jewel of Life manga===
In the manga adaption of {{OBP|Arceus and the Jewel of Life|manga}}, [[Marcus]] owned a Manectric and he used it along with his other Pokémon to attack Arceus.

===In the Pokémon Battle Frontier manga===
[[Rald]] has a Manectric as seen in ''[[CBF3|Battle Between Student and Master!]]''.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Manectric (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* {{g|Trozei!}}: [[Lucy Fleetfoot]] owns a Manectric.
* Manectric makes an appearance in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]]. It, along with eight {{p|Electrike}}, attack the player and the Partner the same way that the Luxray and the Luxio Tribe did. They mainly replace Luxray and the Luxio Tribe since {{p|Shinx}} is an available candidate for the Player or Partner.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=electric
|gen=3
|rubydex=Manectric is constantly discharging electricity from its mane. The sparks sometimes ignite forest fires. When it enters a battle, this Pokémon creates thunderclouds.
|sapphiredex=Manectric discharges strong electricity from its mane. The mane is used for collecting electricity in the atmosphere. This Pokémon creates thunderclouds above its head.
|emeralddex=Because lightning falls in their vicinities, Manectric were thought to have been born from lightning. In battle, they create thunderclouds.
|frlgdex=It rarely appears before people. It is said to nest where lightning has fallen.
|dpptdex=It {{m|discharge}}s electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to {{m|Thunder|drop lightning bolts}}.
|hgssdex=Its nest can be found where a {{m|thunderbolt}} hits. It is discharging electricity from its mane.
|bwdex=It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts.
|b2w2dex=It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=electric |
gen=3 |
frlgex=rse|
rsrarity=Rare |
rsarea={{rt|118|Hoenn}} |
erarity=Rare |
earea={{rt|118|Hoenn}} |
xdrarity=One |
xdarea=[[Citadark Isle]] |
xdshadow=yes |
dparea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Electrike}} |
ptarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Electrike}} |
hgssrarity=Rare |
hgssarea={{safari|Johto}} |
palarea=Field |
gen5ex=none |
bwrarity=None |
bwarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{pkmn|Dream World}} {{p|Electrike}} or [[Trade]]|
b2w2rarity=Uncommon |
b2w2area={{rt|3|Unova}} ([[Hidden Grotto]]){{tt|*|Hidden Grotto in the Dark grass and has Hidden Ability Minus}} |
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=electric
|pinballrs=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|trozei=Endless Level 51 Endless Level 57 Forever Level 1 [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|ranger=[[Olive Jungle]] [[Jungle Relic]]
|md2=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|ranger3=[[Layuda Island]] [[Thunder Temple]]
|rumble2=Factory: [[World Axle - B2F]] Autumnwood: [[Firebreathing Mountain]]{{tt|*|Thundurus encounter}}
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats|
type=electric |
HP= 70 |
Attack= 75 |
Defense=60 |
SpAtk= 105 |
SpDef= 60 |
Speed= 105 }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Electric
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=3
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=4
|TechniqueMax=4
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=3
|JumpMax=4
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=electric |
Normal= 100 |
Fighting=100 |
Flying= 50 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground= 200 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 100 |
Ghost= 100 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 100 |
Electric= 50 |
Psychic= 100 |
Ice= 100 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 100 |

notes=yes |
lightningrod=maybe}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Fire Fang|Fire|Physical|65|95|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Howl|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|4|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|12|Howl|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|17|Quick Attack|Normal|Physical|40|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|20|Spark|Electric|Physical|65|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|25|Odor Sleuth|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|30|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|100|25}}
{{learnlist/level5|37|Thunder Fang|Electric|Physical|65|95|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|42|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Discharge|Electric|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Charge|Electric|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|61|Wild Charge|Electric|Physical|90|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|66|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM05|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|40|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM50|Overheat|Fire|Special|140|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM57|Charge Beam|Electric|Special|50|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM72|Volt Switch|Electric|Special|70|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM93|Wild Charge|Electric|Physical|90|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM95|Snarl|Dark|Special|55|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|203|Girafarig}} {{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|261|Poochyena}}{{MSP|262|Mightyena}} {{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|303|Mawile}}{{MSP|336|Seviper}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}} {{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|449|Hippopotas}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|504|Patrat}}{{MSP|505|Watchog}} {{MSP|506|Lillipup}}{{MSP|507|Herdier}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|511|Pansage}}{{MSP|512|Simisage}}{{MSP|513|Pansear}} {{MSP|514|Simisear}}{{MSP|515|Panpour}}{{MSP|516|Simipour}}{{MSP|551|Sandile}}{{MSP|552|Krokorok}}{{MSP|553|Krookodile}} {{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|324|Torkoal}}{{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|025|Pikachu}}{{MSP|026|Raichu}}{{MSP|179|Mareep}}{{MSP|180|Flaaffy}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|135|Jolteon}} {{MSP|309|Electrike}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}}{{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}} {{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Discharge|Electric|Special|80|100|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|025|Pikachu}}{{MSP|026|Raichu}}{{MSP|179|Mareep}}{{MSP|180|Flaaffy}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}} {{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Electro Ball|Electric|Special|—|100|10||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|136|Flareon}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}} {{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|232|Donphan}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}} {{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}|Fire Fang|Fire|Physical|65|95|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|037|Vulpix}}{{MSP|038|Ninetales}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|322|Numel}}{{MSP|323|Camerupt}} {{MSP|513|Pansear}}{{MSP|514|Simisear}}{{MSP|631|Heatmor}}|Flame Burst|Fire|Special|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|086|Seel}}{{MSP|087|Dewgong}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|263|Zigzagoon}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}} {{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}} {{MSP|365|Walrein}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|471|Glaceon}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}|Ice Fang|Ice|Physical|65|95|15||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|027|Sandshrew}}{{MSP|028|Sandslash}}{{MSP|155|Cyndaquil}}{{MSP|156|Quilava}}{{MSP|157|Typhlosion}}{{MSP|190|Aipom}} {{MSP|424|Ambipom}}{{MSP|196|Espeon}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|418|Buizel}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|572|Minccino}} {{MSP|573|Cinccino}}{{MSP|619|Mienfoo}}{{MSP|620|Mienshao}}|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|053|Persian}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}}|Switcheroo|Dark|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|135|Jolteon}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}} {{MSP|232|Donphan}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|309|Electrike}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}} {{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}|Thunder Fang|Electric|Physical|65|95|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}} {{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10}}{{learnlist/breedf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Magnet Rise|Electric|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{learnlist/prevoh|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/prevo5|309|Electrike|d||||Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15||BW}}
{{learnlist/prevof|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}

====Special moves====
{{Shadow moves|310|44|Shadow End|Shadow Mist|Shadow Sky|--|Refresh|Normal|Thunder|Electric|Rain Dance|Water|Bite|Dark|xd|electric|electric}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=electric |
ndex=310 |
pinballrs=Evolve |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=Evolve |
area=Thunder Meadow |
P1=Lightning becomes my energy! |
P2=My health has gone down by half. That's not good. |
P3=I'm finished... My lightning energy is just about gone... |
PL=I've leveled up! I'm brimming with the power of lightning! |
Partner=no |
Ranger=yes |
group=Electric |
assist=Electric |
field=Recharge |
fieldpower=2 |
loop=3 |
MinEXP=12 |
MaxEXP=12 |
browser=Manectric launches orbs of electricity. It can also recharge the [[Capture Styler|Styler]]. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=-10 |
iq=F |
Ranger3=yes |
group3=Electric |
assist3=Electric |
field3=Electrify |
field3power=3 |
browser3=It creates waves of electricity around it that make Pokémon Stopped. |
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=4|
rumble2defense=2|
rumble2speed=4|
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=309
|name1=Electrike
|type1-1=Electric
|evotype1=Level
|level1=26
|sprite2=310
|name2=Manectric
|type1-2=Electric}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=electric|
gen=3|
gender=none|
ndex=310|
name=Manectric|
}}

==Trivia==
* Manectric is the same height as {{ga|Ethan}}. While many other Pokémon share this distinction, Manectric comes the closest to also weighing the same (Manectric weighs {{tt|88.6 lbs|40.2 kg}}, the Trainer weighs {{tt|88.2 lbs|40 kg}}).
===Origin===
It may be based on a {{wp|maned wolf}} and a youkai of Japanese lore, the 雷獣 ''{{wp|raijū}}'', an elemental lightning creature that can take on the shape of various mammals, including a {{wp|tiger}}, {{wp|monkey}}, and blue {{wp|wolf}} wrapped in white and yellow lightning. Manectric is highly likely based on its wolf forme, while the Pokémon {{p|Raikou}} is based on its tiger forme. Its snout seems to also look like a {{wp|crocodile clip}}.

====Name origin====
Manectric may be a combination of ''mane'' and ''electric''.

Raivolt, or ''Livolt'', may be a combination of ''lion'' or ''live'' (referring to a wire actively carrying an electric current) and ''volt''. It may also be a combination of 雷 ''rai'' (thunder) and ''bolt''.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=electric|type2=electric
|ja=ライボルト ''Raivolt''|jameaning=From ''lion'', ''live'', {{tt|雷 ''rai''|thunder}}, ''volt'', and ''bolt''
|fr=Elecsprint|frmeaning=From ''electric'' and ''{{wp|Sprint (running)|sprint}}''
|es=Manectric|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Voltenso|demeaning=From ''Volt'' and {{tt|''tenso''|Spanish for 'tense'}}
|it=Manectric|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=썬더볼트 ''Thunderbolt''|komeaning=Literally the English word ''thunderbolt''
|zh_cmn=雷電獸 / 雷电兽 ''Léidiànshòu''|zh_cmnmeaning=From {{tt|雷電 ''léidiàn''|thunder and lightning}}, the Japanese {{wp|Raijū|雷獣 ''raijū''}}, and {{tt|獸 ''shòu''|beast}}
}}
 

==Related articles==
* [[Wattson's Manectric]]

==External links==

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Manectric (Pokémon)

2013-06-03T21:07:48Z

Charliezard: /* Trivia */

{{PokémonPrevNextHead | species=Manectric | prev=Electrike | next=Plusle |type=electric|prevnum=309|nextnum=311}}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Manectric |
jname=ライボルト |
tmname=Livolt |
art=RS |
size=160px |
pron=<sc>men-nec-tric</sc> |
ndex=310 |
hdex=079 |
fbrow=147 |
obrow=106 |
opbrow=164 |
type1=Electric |
species=Discharge |
height-ftin=4'11" |
height-m=1.5 |
weight-lbs=88.6 |
weight-kg=40.2 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Static |
ability2=Lightningrod |
abilityd=Minus |
egggroupn=1 |
egggroup1=Field |
egggroup2= |
eggcycles=20 |
evsp=2 |
expyield=168 |
lv100exp=1,250,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Yellow |
catchrate=45 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=manectric |
generation=3 |
footnotes=}}
'''Manectric''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ライボルト''' ''Livolt'') is an {{type|Electric}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Electrike}} starting at [[level]] 26.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Manectric largely resembles a dog or {{wp|maned wolf|wolf}}. Its body is mainly blue in color and it has a spiky, yellow mane on its head that sticks straight up, as well as large yellow tufts of fur on its haunches and around its front feet. Its blue, spike-like tail sticks straight up. The outline of its mouth is jagged and there are two small holes where its ears appear to be.

====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Manectric can discharge electricity from its mane to create thunderstorms and thunderclouds in the atmosphere. The sparks can often start fires. Like its pre-evolution {{p|Electrike}}, it generates the electricity in its fur and mane from the friction caused when it runs. The electricity it discharges ranges from a weak shock such as {{m|Thunder Wave}} to paralyze the opponent, to a strong {{m|Thunderbolt}} to deal large amounts of damage. Manectric also has the ability to learn the Fire-type moves {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Overheat}}, and {{m|Fire Fang}}. Since Manectric is a fully evolved Pokémon, it can learn {{m|Hyper Beam}} and {{m|Giga Impact}}.

===Behavior===
Manectric is an independent Pokémon; it rarely appears before humans. This may be due to the fact that it summons storm clouds upon entering a battle.

===Habitat===
[[File:Grassland Habitat.png|thumb|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Grassland Pokémon}}]]
They can be found in grassy areas.

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}

==In the anime==
[[File:Wattson Manectric.png|right|thumb|250px|Manectric in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
====[[Wattson's Manectric]]====
{{TP|Wattson|Manectric}} was first seen in the main series under the ownership of [[Wattson]] who obtained it as an {{p|Electrike}} in ''[[AG040|Watt's with Wattson?]]'' It evolved in ''[[AG059|A Manectric Charge]]'' where it battled against {{Ash}}'s {{AP|Torkoal}} and won.

====Other====
An Electrike that evolved into Manectric appeared in ''[[DP042|The Electrike Company!]]''

===Minor appearances===
Manectric made its debut in the opening of ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' where it was used in a [[Double Battle|Double Battle]] alongside a {{p|Solrock}}.

A Manectric appeared in the opening of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''.

Manectric made a cameo in ''[[AG135|Numero Uno Articuno!]]'' as one of {{FB|Factory Head|Noland}}'s Pokémon.

A Manectric appears in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' as one of the Pokémon under [[Damos]]'s ownership.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexbody|AG059|Manectric|Ash's Pokédex|Manectric, the Discharge Pokémon. Manectric has the ability to gather local electrical energy in its mane, and then discharge it, creating thunder clouds.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Advanced Generation''|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP042|Manectric|Dawn's Pokédex|Manectric, the Discharge Pokémon. It is constantly discharging the electricity it collects in its mane.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Diamond & Pearl''|Sinnoh}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Wattson Manectric Adventures.png|thumb|175px|[[Wattson's Manectric]] in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Wattson's Manectric}}
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], [[Wattson]] had an Electrike that evolved into a Manectric prior to ''[[PS245|VS. Kyogre & Groudon VIII]]''. Although it held the advantage against the {{p|Nincada}} that [[Aqua Admin Amber|Amber]] borrowed from [[Shelly]], once it evolved and continually increased its speed with the {{a|Speed Boost}} ability, Manectric was nearly overwhelmed. However, Wattson placed his trust on the Pokémon to pin the {{p|Ninjask}} down and ordered a {{m|Thunder}} with it using itself as a lightning rod, fainting them both. However, what they ''didn't'' put into consideration is that Nincada produces {{p|Shedinja|a cast-off evolution}} when it becomes Ninjask, and a surprise attack from behind fells Wattson, sending him sinking into the ocean.

===In the Arceus and the Jewel of Life manga===
In the manga adaption of {{OBP|Arceus and the Jewel of Life|manga}}, [[Marcus]] owned a Manectric and he used it along with his other Pokémon to attack Arceus.

===In the Pokémon Battle Frontier manga===
[[Rald]] has a Manectric as seen in ''[[CBF3|Battle Between Student and Master!]]''.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Manectric (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* {{g|Trozei!}}: [[Lucy Fleetfoot]] owns a Manectric.
* Manectric makes an appearance in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]]. It, along with eight {{p|Electrike}}, attack the player and the Partner the same way that the Luxray and the Luxio Tribe did. They mainly replace Luxray and the Luxio Tribe since {{p|Shinx}} is an available candidate for the Player or Partner.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=electric
|gen=3
|rubydex=Manectric is constantly discharging electricity from its mane. The sparks sometimes ignite forest fires. When it enters a battle, this Pokémon creates thunderclouds.
|sapphiredex=Manectric discharges strong electricity from its mane. The mane is used for collecting electricity in the atmosphere. This Pokémon creates thunderclouds above its head.
|emeralddex=Because lightning falls in their vicinities, Manectric were thought to have been born from lightning. In battle, they create thunderclouds.
|frlgdex=It rarely appears before people. It is said to nest where lightning has fallen.
|dpptdex=It {{m|discharge}}s electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to {{m|Thunder|drop lightning bolts}}.
|hgssdex=Its nest can be found where a {{m|thunderbolt}} hits. It is discharging electricity from its mane.
|bwdex=It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts.
|b2w2dex=It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=electric |
gen=3 |
frlgex=rse|
rsrarity=Rare |
rsarea={{rt|118|Hoenn}} |
erarity=Rare |
earea={{rt|118|Hoenn}} |
xdrarity=One |
xdarea=[[Citadark Isle]] |
xdshadow=yes |
dparea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Electrike}} |
ptarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Electrike}} |
hgssrarity=Rare |
hgssarea={{safari|Johto}} |
palarea=Field |
gen5ex=none |
bwrarity=None |
bwarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{pkmn|Dream World}} {{p|Electrike}} or [[Trade]]|
b2w2rarity=Uncommon |
b2w2area={{rt|3|Unova}} ([[Hidden Grotto]]){{tt|*|Hidden Grotto in the Dark grass and has Hidden Ability Minus}} |
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=electric
|pinballrs=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|trozei=Endless Level 51 Endless Level 57 Forever Level 1 [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|ranger=[[Olive Jungle]] [[Jungle Relic]]
|md2=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|ranger3=[[Layuda Island]] [[Thunder Temple]]
|rumble2=Factory: [[World Axle - B2F]] Autumnwood: [[Firebreathing Mountain]]{{tt|*|Thundurus encounter}}
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats|
type=electric |
HP= 70 |
Attack= 75 |
Defense=60 |
SpAtk= 105 |
SpDef= 60 |
Speed= 105 }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Electric
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=3
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=4
|TechniqueMax=4
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=3
|JumpMax=4
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=electric |
Normal= 100 |
Fighting=100 |
Flying= 50 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground= 200 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 100 |
Ghost= 100 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 100 |
Electric= 50 |
Psychic= 100 |
Ice= 100 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 100 |

notes=yes |
lightningrod=maybe}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Fire Fang|Fire|Physical|65|95|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Howl|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|4|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|12|Howl|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|17|Quick Attack|Normal|Physical|40|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|20|Spark|Electric|Physical|65|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|25|Odor Sleuth|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|30|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|100|25}}
{{learnlist/level5|37|Thunder Fang|Electric|Physical|65|95|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|42|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Discharge|Electric|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Charge|Electric|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|61|Wild Charge|Electric|Physical|90|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|66|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM05|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|40|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM50|Overheat|Fire|Special|140|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM57|Charge Beam|Electric|Special|50|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM72|Volt Switch|Electric|Special|70|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM93|Wild Charge|Electric|Physical|90|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM95|Snarl|Dark|Special|55|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|203|Girafarig}} {{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|261|Poochyena}}{{MSP|262|Mightyena}} {{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|303|Mawile}}{{MSP|336|Seviper}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}} {{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|449|Hippopotas}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|504|Patrat}}{{MSP|505|Watchog}} {{MSP|506|Lillipup}}{{MSP|507|Herdier}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|511|Pansage}}{{MSP|512|Simisage}}{{MSP|513|Pansear}} {{MSP|514|Simisear}}{{MSP|515|Panpour}}{{MSP|516|Simipour}}{{MSP|551|Sandile}}{{MSP|552|Krokorok}}{{MSP|553|Krookodile}} {{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|324|Torkoal}}{{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|025|Pikachu}}{{MSP|026|Raichu}}{{MSP|179|Mareep}}{{MSP|180|Flaaffy}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|135|Jolteon}} {{MSP|309|Electrike}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}}{{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}} {{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Discharge|Electric|Special|80|100|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|025|Pikachu}}{{MSP|026|Raichu}}{{MSP|179|Mareep}}{{MSP|180|Flaaffy}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}} {{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Electro Ball|Electric|Special|—|100|10||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|136|Flareon}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}} {{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|232|Donphan}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}} {{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}|Fire Fang|Fire|Physical|65|95|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|037|Vulpix}}{{MSP|038|Ninetales}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|322|Numel}}{{MSP|323|Camerupt}} {{MSP|513|Pansear}}{{MSP|514|Simisear}}{{MSP|631|Heatmor}}|Flame Burst|Fire|Special|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|086|Seel}}{{MSP|087|Dewgong}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|263|Zigzagoon}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}} {{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}} {{MSP|365|Walrein}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|471|Glaceon}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}|Ice Fang|Ice|Physical|65|95|15||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|027|Sandshrew}}{{MSP|028|Sandslash}}{{MSP|155|Cyndaquil}}{{MSP|156|Quilava}}{{MSP|157|Typhlosion}}{{MSP|190|Aipom}} {{MSP|424|Ambipom}}{{MSP|196|Espeon}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|418|Buizel}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|572|Minccino}} {{MSP|573|Cinccino}}{{MSP|619|Mienfoo}}{{MSP|620|Mienshao}}|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|053|Persian}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}}|Switcheroo|Dark|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|135|Jolteon}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}} {{MSP|232|Donphan}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|309|Electrike}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}} {{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}|Thunder Fang|Electric|Physical|65|95|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}} {{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10}}{{learnlist/breedf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Magnet Rise|Electric|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{learnlist/prevoh|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/prevo5|309|Electrike|d||||Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15||BW}}
{{learnlist/prevof|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}

====Special moves====
{{Shadow moves|310|44|Shadow End|Shadow Mist|Shadow Sky|--|Refresh|Normal|Thunder|Electric|Rain Dance|Water|Bite|Dark|xd|electric|electric}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=electric |
ndex=310 |
pinballrs=Evolve |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=Evolve |
area=Thunder Meadow |
P1=Lightning becomes my energy! |
P2=My health has gone down by half. That's not good. |
P3=I'm finished... My lightning energy is just about gone... |
PL=I've leveled up! I'm brimming with the power of lightning! |
Partner=no |
Ranger=yes |
group=Electric |
assist=Electric |
field=Recharge |
fieldpower=2 |
loop=3 |
MinEXP=12 |
MaxEXP=12 |
browser=Manectric launches orbs of electricity. It can also recharge the [[Capture Styler|Styler]]. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=-10 |
iq=F |
Ranger3=yes |
group3=Electric |
assist3=Electric |
field3=Electrify |
field3power=3 |
browser3=It creates waves of electricity around it that make Pokémon Stopped. |
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=4|
rumble2defense=2|
rumble2speed=4|
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=309
|name1=Electrike
|type1-1=Electric
|evotype1=Level
|level1=26
|sprite2=310
|name2=Manectric
|type1-2=Electric}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=electric|
gen=3|
gender=none|
ndex=310|
name=Manectric|
}}

==Trivia==
* Manectric is the same height as {{ga|Ethan}}. While many other Pokémon share this distinction, Manectric comes the closest to also weighing the same (Manectric weighs {{tt|88.6 lbs|40.2 kg}}, the Trainer weighs {{tt|88.2 lbs|40 kg}}).
===Origin===
It may be based on a {{wp|maned wolf}} and a youkai of Japanese lore, the 雷獣 ''{{wp|raijū}}'', an elemental lightning creature that can take on the shape of various mammals, including a {{wp|tiger}}, {{wp|monkey}}, and blue {{wp|wolf}} wrapped in white and yellow lightning. Manectric is highly likely based on its wolf forme, while the Pokémon {{p|Raikou}} is based on its tiger forme. Its snout seems to also look like a {{wp|crocodile clip}}.

====Name origin====
Manectric may be a combination of ''mane'' and ''electric''.

Raivolt, or ''Livolt'', may be a combination of ''lion'' or ''live'' (referring to a wire actively carrying an electric current) and ''volt''. It may also be a combination of 雷 ''rai'' (thunder) and ''bolt''.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=electric|type2=electric
|ja=ライボルト ''Livolt''|jameaning=From ''lion'', ''live'', {{tt|雷 ''rai''|thunder}}, ''volt'', and ''bolt''
|fr=Elecsprint|frmeaning=From ''electric'' and ''{{wp|Sprint (running)|sprint}}''
|es=Manectric|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Voltenso|demeaning=From ''Volt'' and {{tt|''tenso''|Spanish for 'tense'}}
|it=Manectric|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=썬더볼트 ''Thunderbolt''|komeaning=Literally the English word ''thunderbolt''
|zh_cmn=雷電獸 / 雷电兽 ''Léidiànshòu''|zh_cmnmeaning=From {{tt|雷電 ''léidiàn''|thunder and lightning}}, the Japanese {{wp|Raijū|雷獣 ''raijū''}}, and {{tt|獸 ''shòu''|beast}}
}}
 

==Related articles==
* [[Wattson's Manectric]]

==External links==

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Talk:Manectric (Pokémon)

2013-06-03T21:06:25Z

Charliezard:

== Gray Wolf ==

Manectric's appearance has much more in common with Gray Wolves than Maned Wolves. In fact, why was the opinion of Manectric being based on Maned Wolf added in the origin section without discussion anyway?[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 14:21, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

== Japanese name edit ==

I edited the Roman translation of Manectric's Japanese name, ライボルト. It was previously transliterated as "Livolt" which is accurate if you're interpreting ライ as "live" or "lion," but I felt that it was safer to assume the ライ was "rai" as in lightning. Small detail, but I figured, whatever the interpretation, "rai" is a better way to transliterate the characters either way. [[User:Charliezard|Charliezard]] ([[User talk:Charliezard|talk]]) 21:06, 3 June 2013 (UTC)

Manectric (Pokémon)

2013-06-03T20:56:52Z

Charliezard: /* Intro */

{{PokémonPrevNextHead | species=Manectric | prev=Electrike | next=Plusle |type=electric|prevnum=309|nextnum=311}}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Manectric |
jname=ライボルト |
tmname=Raivolt |
art=RS |
size=160px |
pron=<sc>men-nec-tric</sc> |
ndex=310 |
hdex=079 |
fbrow=147 |
obrow=106 |
opbrow=164 |
type1=Electric |
species=Discharge |
height-ftin=4'11" |
height-m=1.5 |
weight-lbs=88.6 |
weight-kg=40.2 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Static |
ability2=Lightningrod |
abilityd=Minus |
egggroupn=1 |
egggroup1=Field |
egggroup2= |
eggcycles=20 |
evsp=2 |
expyield=168 |
lv100exp=1,250,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Yellow |
catchrate=45 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=manectric |
generation=3 |
footnotes=}}
'''Manectric''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ライボルト''' ''Raivolt'') is an {{type|Electric}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Electrike}} starting at [[level]] 26.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Manectric largely resembles a dog or {{wp|maned wolf|wolf}}. Its body is mainly blue in color and it has a spiky, yellow mane on its head that sticks straight up, as well as large yellow tufts of fur on its haunches and around its front feet. Its blue, spike-like tail sticks straight up. The outline of its mouth is jagged and there are two small holes where its ears appear to be.

====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Manectric can discharge electricity from its mane to create thunderstorms and thunderclouds in the atmosphere. The sparks can often start fires. Like its pre-evolution {{p|Electrike}}, it generates the electricity in its fur and mane from the friction caused when it runs. The electricity it discharges ranges from a weak shock such as {{m|Thunder Wave}} to paralyze the opponent, to a strong {{m|Thunderbolt}} to deal large amounts of damage. Manectric also has the ability to learn the Fire-type moves {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Overheat}}, and {{m|Fire Fang}}. Since Manectric is a fully evolved Pokémon, it can learn {{m|Hyper Beam}} and {{m|Giga Impact}}.

===Behavior===
Manectric is an independent Pokémon; it rarely appears before humans. This may be due to the fact that it summons storm clouds upon entering a battle.

===Habitat===
[[File:Grassland Habitat.png|thumb|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Grassland Pokémon}}]]
They can be found in grassy areas.

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}

==In the anime==
[[File:Wattson Manectric.png|right|thumb|250px|Manectric in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
====[[Wattson's Manectric]]====
{{TP|Wattson|Manectric}} was first seen in the main series under the ownership of [[Wattson]] who obtained it as an {{p|Electrike}} in ''[[AG040|Watt's with Wattson?]]'' It evolved in ''[[AG059|A Manectric Charge]]'' where it battled against {{Ash}}'s {{AP|Torkoal}} and won.

====Other====
An Electrike that evolved into Manectric appeared in ''[[DP042|The Electrike Company!]]''

===Minor appearances===
Manectric made its debut in the opening of ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' where it was used in a [[Double Battle|Double Battle]] alongside a {{p|Solrock}}.

A Manectric appeared in the opening of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''.

Manectric made a cameo in ''[[AG135|Numero Uno Articuno!]]'' as one of {{FB|Factory Head|Noland}}'s Pokémon.

A Manectric appears in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' as one of the Pokémon under [[Damos]]'s ownership.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexbody|AG059|Manectric|Ash's Pokédex|Manectric, the Discharge Pokémon. Manectric has the ability to gather local electrical energy in its mane, and then discharge it, creating thunder clouds.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Advanced Generation''|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP042|Manectric|Dawn's Pokédex|Manectric, the Discharge Pokémon. It is constantly discharging the electricity it collects in its mane.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Diamond & Pearl''|Sinnoh}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Wattson Manectric Adventures.png|thumb|175px|[[Wattson's Manectric]] in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Wattson's Manectric}}
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], [[Wattson]] had an Electrike that evolved into a Manectric prior to ''[[PS245|VS. Kyogre & Groudon VIII]]''. Although it held the advantage against the {{p|Nincada}} that [[Aqua Admin Amber|Amber]] borrowed from [[Shelly]], once it evolved and continually increased its speed with the {{a|Speed Boost}} ability, Manectric was nearly overwhelmed. However, Wattson placed his trust on the Pokémon to pin the {{p|Ninjask}} down and ordered a {{m|Thunder}} with it using itself as a lightning rod, fainting them both. However, what they ''didn't'' put into consideration is that Nincada produces {{p|Shedinja|a cast-off evolution}} when it becomes Ninjask, and a surprise attack from behind fells Wattson, sending him sinking into the ocean.

===In the Arceus and the Jewel of Life manga===
In the manga adaption of {{OBP|Arceus and the Jewel of Life|manga}}, [[Marcus]] owned a Manectric and he used it along with his other Pokémon to attack Arceus.

===In the Pokémon Battle Frontier manga===
[[Rald]] has a Manectric as seen in ''[[CBF3|Battle Between Student and Master!]]''.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Manectric (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* {{g|Trozei!}}: [[Lucy Fleetfoot]] owns a Manectric.
* Manectric makes an appearance in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]]. It, along with eight {{p|Electrike}}, attack the player and the Partner the same way that the Luxray and the Luxio Tribe did. They mainly replace Luxray and the Luxio Tribe since {{p|Shinx}} is an available candidate for the Player or Partner.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=electric
|gen=3
|rubydex=Manectric is constantly discharging electricity from its mane. The sparks sometimes ignite forest fires. When it enters a battle, this Pokémon creates thunderclouds.
|sapphiredex=Manectric discharges strong electricity from its mane. The mane is used for collecting electricity in the atmosphere. This Pokémon creates thunderclouds above its head.
|emeralddex=Because lightning falls in their vicinities, Manectric were thought to have been born from lightning. In battle, they create thunderclouds.
|frlgdex=It rarely appears before people. It is said to nest where lightning has fallen.
|dpptdex=It {{m|discharge}}s electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to {{m|Thunder|drop lightning bolts}}.
|hgssdex=Its nest can be found where a {{m|thunderbolt}} hits. It is discharging electricity from its mane.
|bwdex=It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts.
|b2w2dex=It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=electric |
gen=3 |
frlgex=rse|
rsrarity=Rare |
rsarea={{rt|118|Hoenn}} |
erarity=Rare |
earea={{rt|118|Hoenn}} |
xdrarity=One |
xdarea=[[Citadark Isle]] |
xdshadow=yes |
dparea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Electrike}} |
ptarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Electrike}} |
hgssrarity=Rare |
hgssarea={{safari|Johto}} |
palarea=Field |
gen5ex=none |
bwrarity=None |
bwarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{pkmn|Dream World}} {{p|Electrike}} or [[Trade]]|
b2w2rarity=Uncommon |
b2w2area={{rt|3|Unova}} ([[Hidden Grotto]]){{tt|*|Hidden Grotto in the Dark grass and has Hidden Ability Minus}} |
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=electric
|pinballrs=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|trozei=Endless Level 51 Endless Level 57 Forever Level 1 [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|ranger=[[Olive Jungle]] [[Jungle Relic]]
|md2=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|ranger3=[[Layuda Island]] [[Thunder Temple]]
|rumble2=Factory: [[World Axle - B2F]] Autumnwood: [[Firebreathing Mountain]]{{tt|*|Thundurus encounter}}
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats|
type=electric |
HP= 70 |
Attack= 75 |
Defense=60 |
SpAtk= 105 |
SpDef= 60 |
Speed= 105 }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Electric
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=3
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=4
|TechniqueMax=4
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=3
|JumpMax=4
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=electric |
Normal= 100 |
Fighting=100 |
Flying= 50 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground= 200 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 100 |
Ghost= 100 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 100 |
Electric= 50 |
Psychic= 100 |
Ice= 100 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 100 |

notes=yes |
lightningrod=maybe}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Fire Fang|Fire|Physical|65|95|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Howl|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|4|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|12|Howl|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|17|Quick Attack|Normal|Physical|40|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|20|Spark|Electric|Physical|65|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|25|Odor Sleuth|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|30|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|100|25}}
{{learnlist/level5|37|Thunder Fang|Electric|Physical|65|95|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|42|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Discharge|Electric|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Charge|Electric|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|61|Wild Charge|Electric|Physical|90|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|66|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM05|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|40|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM50|Overheat|Fire|Special|140|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM57|Charge Beam|Electric|Special|50|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM72|Volt Switch|Electric|Special|70|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM93|Wild Charge|Electric|Physical|90|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM95|Snarl|Dark|Special|55|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|203|Girafarig}} {{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|261|Poochyena}}{{MSP|262|Mightyena}} {{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|303|Mawile}}{{MSP|336|Seviper}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}} {{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|449|Hippopotas}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|504|Patrat}}{{MSP|505|Watchog}} {{MSP|506|Lillipup}}{{MSP|507|Herdier}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|511|Pansage}}{{MSP|512|Simisage}}{{MSP|513|Pansear}} {{MSP|514|Simisear}}{{MSP|515|Panpour}}{{MSP|516|Simipour}}{{MSP|551|Sandile}}{{MSP|552|Krokorok}}{{MSP|553|Krookodile}} {{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|324|Torkoal}}{{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|025|Pikachu}}{{MSP|026|Raichu}}{{MSP|179|Mareep}}{{MSP|180|Flaaffy}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|135|Jolteon}} {{MSP|309|Electrike}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}}{{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}} {{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Discharge|Electric|Special|80|100|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|025|Pikachu}}{{MSP|026|Raichu}}{{MSP|179|Mareep}}{{MSP|180|Flaaffy}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}} {{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Electro Ball|Electric|Special|—|100|10||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|136|Flareon}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}} {{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|232|Donphan}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}} {{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}|Fire Fang|Fire|Physical|65|95|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|037|Vulpix}}{{MSP|038|Ninetales}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|322|Numel}}{{MSP|323|Camerupt}} {{MSP|513|Pansear}}{{MSP|514|Simisear}}{{MSP|631|Heatmor}}|Flame Burst|Fire|Special|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|086|Seel}}{{MSP|087|Dewgong}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|263|Zigzagoon}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}} {{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}} {{MSP|365|Walrein}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|471|Glaceon}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}|Ice Fang|Ice|Physical|65|95|15||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|027|Sandshrew}}{{MSP|028|Sandslash}}{{MSP|155|Cyndaquil}}{{MSP|156|Quilava}}{{MSP|157|Typhlosion}}{{MSP|190|Aipom}} {{MSP|424|Ambipom}}{{MSP|196|Espeon}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|418|Buizel}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|572|Minccino}} {{MSP|573|Cinccino}}{{MSP|619|Mienfoo}}{{MSP|620|Mienshao}}|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|053|Persian}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}}|Switcheroo|Dark|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|135|Jolteon}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}} {{MSP|232|Donphan}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|309|Electrike}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}} {{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}|Thunder Fang|Electric|Physical|65|95|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}} {{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10}}{{learnlist/breedf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Magnet Rise|Electric|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{learnlist/prevoh|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/prevo5|309|Electrike|d||||Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15||BW}}
{{learnlist/prevof|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}

====Special moves====
{{Shadow moves|310|44|Shadow End|Shadow Mist|Shadow Sky|--|Refresh|Normal|Thunder|Electric|Rain Dance|Water|Bite|Dark|xd|electric|electric}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=electric |
ndex=310 |
pinballrs=Evolve |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=Evolve |
area=Thunder Meadow |
P1=Lightning becomes my energy! |
P2=My health has gone down by half. That's not good. |
P3=I'm finished... My lightning energy is just about gone... |
PL=I've leveled up! I'm brimming with the power of lightning! |
Partner=no |
Ranger=yes |
group=Electric |
assist=Electric |
field=Recharge |
fieldpower=2 |
loop=3 |
MinEXP=12 |
MaxEXP=12 |
browser=Manectric launches orbs of electricity. It can also recharge the [[Capture Styler|Styler]]. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=-10 |
iq=F |
Ranger3=yes |
group3=Electric |
assist3=Electric |
field3=Electrify |
field3power=3 |
browser3=It creates waves of electricity around it that make Pokémon Stopped. |
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=4|
rumble2defense=2|
rumble2speed=4|
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=309
|name1=Electrike
|type1-1=Electric
|evotype1=Level
|level1=26
|sprite2=310
|name2=Manectric
|type1-2=Electric}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=electric|
gen=3|
gender=none|
ndex=310|
name=Manectric|
}}

==Trivia==
* Manectric is the same height as {{ga|Ethan}}. While many other Pokémon share this distinction, Manectric comes the closest to also weighing the same (Manectric weighs {{tt|88.6 lbs|40.2 kg}}, the Trainer weighs {{tt|88.2 lbs|40 kg}}).
===Origin===
It may be based on a {{wp|maned wolf}} and a youkai of Japanese lore, the 雷獣 ''{{wp|raijū}}'', an elemental lightning creature that can take on the shape of various mammals, including a {{wp|tiger}}, {{wp|monkey}}, and blue {{wp|wolf}} wrapped in white and yellow lightning. Manectric is highly likely based on its wolf forme, while the Pokémon {{p|Raikou}} is based on its tiger forme. Its snout seems to also look like a {{wp|crocodile clip}}.

====Name origin====
Manectric may be a combination of ''mane'' and ''electric''.

Livolt may be a combination of ''lion'' or ''live'' (referring to a wire actively carrying an electric current) and ''volt''. It may also be a combination of 雷 ''rai'' (thunder) and ''bolt''.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=electric|type2=electric
|ja=ライボルト ''Livolt''|jameaning=From ''lion'', ''live'', {{tt|雷 ''rai''|thunder}}, ''volt'', and ''bolt''
|fr=Elecsprint|frmeaning=From ''electric'' and ''{{wp|Sprint (running)|sprint}}''
|es=Manectric|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Voltenso|demeaning=From ''Volt'' and {{tt|''tenso''|Spanish for 'tense'}}
|it=Manectric|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=썬더볼트 ''Thunderbolt''|komeaning=Literally the English word ''thunderbolt''
|zh_cmn=雷電獸 / 雷电兽 ''Léidiànshòu''|zh_cmnmeaning=From {{tt|雷電 ''léidiàn''|thunder and lightning}}, the Japanese {{wp|Raijū|雷獣 ''raijū''}}, and {{tt|獸 ''shòu''|beast}}
}}
 

==Related articles==
* [[Wattson's Manectric]]

==External links==

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Manectric (Pokémon)

2013-06-03T20:56:18Z

Charliezard: /* Intro */

{{PokémonPrevNextHead | species=Manectric | prev=Electrike | next=Plusle |type=electric|prevnum=309|nextnum=311}}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Manectric |
jname=ライボルト |
tmname=Raivolt |
art=RS |
size=160px |
pron=<sc>men-nec-tric</sc> |
ndex=310 |
hdex=079 |
fbrow=147 |
obrow=106 |
opbrow=164 |
type1=Electric |
species=Discharge |
height-ftin=4'11" |
height-m=1.5 |
weight-lbs=88.6 |
weight-kg=40.2 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Static |
ability2=Lightningrod |
abilityd=Minus |
egggroupn=1 |
egggroup1=Field |
egggroup2= |
eggcycles=20 |
evsp=2 |
expyield=168 |
lv100exp=1,250,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Yellow |
catchrate=45 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=manectric |
generation=3 |
footnotes=}}
'''Manectric''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ライボルト''' ''Livolt'') is an {{type|Electric}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Electrike}} starting at [[level]] 26.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Manectric largely resembles a dog or {{wp|maned wolf|wolf}}. Its body is mainly blue in color and it has a spiky, yellow mane on its head that sticks straight up, as well as large yellow tufts of fur on its haunches and around its front feet. Its blue, spike-like tail sticks straight up. The outline of its mouth is jagged and there are two small holes where its ears appear to be.

====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Manectric can discharge electricity from its mane to create thunderstorms and thunderclouds in the atmosphere. The sparks can often start fires. Like its pre-evolution {{p|Electrike}}, it generates the electricity in its fur and mane from the friction caused when it runs. The electricity it discharges ranges from a weak shock such as {{m|Thunder Wave}} to paralyze the opponent, to a strong {{m|Thunderbolt}} to deal large amounts of damage. Manectric also has the ability to learn the Fire-type moves {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Overheat}}, and {{m|Fire Fang}}. Since Manectric is a fully evolved Pokémon, it can learn {{m|Hyper Beam}} and {{m|Giga Impact}}.

===Behavior===
Manectric is an independent Pokémon; it rarely appears before humans. This may be due to the fact that it summons storm clouds upon entering a battle.

===Habitat===
[[File:Grassland Habitat.png|thumb|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Grassland Pokémon}}]]
They can be found in grassy areas.

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}

==In the anime==
[[File:Wattson Manectric.png|right|thumb|250px|Manectric in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
====[[Wattson's Manectric]]====
{{TP|Wattson|Manectric}} was first seen in the main series under the ownership of [[Wattson]] who obtained it as an {{p|Electrike}} in ''[[AG040|Watt's with Wattson?]]'' It evolved in ''[[AG059|A Manectric Charge]]'' where it battled against {{Ash}}'s {{AP|Torkoal}} and won.

====Other====
An Electrike that evolved into Manectric appeared in ''[[DP042|The Electrike Company!]]''

===Minor appearances===
Manectric made its debut in the opening of ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' where it was used in a [[Double Battle|Double Battle]] alongside a {{p|Solrock}}.

A Manectric appeared in the opening of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''.

Manectric made a cameo in ''[[AG135|Numero Uno Articuno!]]'' as one of {{FB|Factory Head|Noland}}'s Pokémon.

A Manectric appears in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' as one of the Pokémon under [[Damos]]'s ownership.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexbody|AG059|Manectric|Ash's Pokédex|Manectric, the Discharge Pokémon. Manectric has the ability to gather local electrical energy in its mane, and then discharge it, creating thunder clouds.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Advanced Generation''|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP042|Manectric|Dawn's Pokédex|Manectric, the Discharge Pokémon. It is constantly discharging the electricity it collects in its mane.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Diamond & Pearl''|Sinnoh}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Wattson Manectric Adventures.png|thumb|175px|[[Wattson's Manectric]] in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Wattson's Manectric}}
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], [[Wattson]] had an Electrike that evolved into a Manectric prior to ''[[PS245|VS. Kyogre & Groudon VIII]]''. Although it held the advantage against the {{p|Nincada}} that [[Aqua Admin Amber|Amber]] borrowed from [[Shelly]], once it evolved and continually increased its speed with the {{a|Speed Boost}} ability, Manectric was nearly overwhelmed. However, Wattson placed his trust on the Pokémon to pin the {{p|Ninjask}} down and ordered a {{m|Thunder}} with it using itself as a lightning rod, fainting them both. However, what they ''didn't'' put into consideration is that Nincada produces {{p|Shedinja|a cast-off evolution}} when it becomes Ninjask, and a surprise attack from behind fells Wattson, sending him sinking into the ocean.

===In the Arceus and the Jewel of Life manga===
In the manga adaption of {{OBP|Arceus and the Jewel of Life|manga}}, [[Marcus]] owned a Manectric and he used it along with his other Pokémon to attack Arceus.

===In the Pokémon Battle Frontier manga===
[[Rald]] has a Manectric as seen in ''[[CBF3|Battle Between Student and Master!]]''.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Manectric (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* {{g|Trozei!}}: [[Lucy Fleetfoot]] owns a Manectric.
* Manectric makes an appearance in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]]. It, along with eight {{p|Electrike}}, attack the player and the Partner the same way that the Luxray and the Luxio Tribe did. They mainly replace Luxray and the Luxio Tribe since {{p|Shinx}} is an available candidate for the Player or Partner.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=electric
|gen=3
|rubydex=Manectric is constantly discharging electricity from its mane. The sparks sometimes ignite forest fires. When it enters a battle, this Pokémon creates thunderclouds.
|sapphiredex=Manectric discharges strong electricity from its mane. The mane is used for collecting electricity in the atmosphere. This Pokémon creates thunderclouds above its head.
|emeralddex=Because lightning falls in their vicinities, Manectric were thought to have been born from lightning. In battle, they create thunderclouds.
|frlgdex=It rarely appears before people. It is said to nest where lightning has fallen.
|dpptdex=It {{m|discharge}}s electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to {{m|Thunder|drop lightning bolts}}.
|hgssdex=Its nest can be found where a {{m|thunderbolt}} hits. It is discharging electricity from its mane.
|bwdex=It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts.
|b2w2dex=It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=electric |
gen=3 |
frlgex=rse|
rsrarity=Rare |
rsarea={{rt|118|Hoenn}} |
erarity=Rare |
earea={{rt|118|Hoenn}} |
xdrarity=One |
xdarea=[[Citadark Isle]] |
xdshadow=yes |
dparea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Electrike}} |
ptarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Electrike}} |
hgssrarity=Rare |
hgssarea={{safari|Johto}} |
palarea=Field |
gen5ex=none |
bwrarity=None |
bwarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{pkmn|Dream World}} {{p|Electrike}} or [[Trade]]|
b2w2rarity=Uncommon |
b2w2area={{rt|3|Unova}} ([[Hidden Grotto]]){{tt|*|Hidden Grotto in the Dark grass and has Hidden Ability Minus}} |
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=electric
|pinballrs=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|trozei=Endless Level 51 Endless Level 57 Forever Level 1 [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|ranger=[[Olive Jungle]] [[Jungle Relic]]
|md2=Evolve from {{p|Electrike}}
|ranger3=[[Layuda Island]] [[Thunder Temple]]
|rumble2=Factory: [[World Axle - B2F]] Autumnwood: [[Firebreathing Mountain]]{{tt|*|Thundurus encounter}}
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats|
type=electric |
HP= 70 |
Attack= 75 |
Defense=60 |
SpAtk= 105 |
SpDef= 60 |
Speed= 105 }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Electric
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=3
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=4
|TechniqueMax=4
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=3
|JumpMax=4
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=electric |
Normal= 100 |
Fighting=100 |
Flying= 50 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground= 200 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 100 |
Ghost= 100 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 100 |
Water= 100 |
Grass= 100 |
Electric= 50 |
Psychic= 100 |
Ice= 100 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 100 |

notes=yes |
lightningrod=maybe}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Fire Fang|Fire|Physical|65|95|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Howl|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|4|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|12|Howl|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|17|Quick Attack|Normal|Physical|40|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|20|Spark|Electric|Physical|65|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|25|Odor Sleuth|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|30|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|100|25}}
{{learnlist/level5|37|Thunder Fang|Electric|Physical|65|95|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|42|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Discharge|Electric|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Charge|Electric|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|61|Wild Charge|Electric|Physical|90|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|66|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM05|Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|120|70|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|40|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM50|Overheat|Fire|Special|140|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM57|Charge Beam|Electric|Special|50|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM72|Volt Switch|Electric|Special|70|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM93|Wild Charge|Electric|Physical|90|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM95|Snarl|Dark|Special|55|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|019|Rattata}}{{MSP|020|Raticate}}{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|203|Girafarig}} {{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|261|Poochyena}}{{MSP|262|Mightyena}} {{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|303|Mawile}}{{MSP|336|Seviper}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}} {{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|449|Hippopotas}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|504|Patrat}}{{MSP|505|Watchog}} {{MSP|506|Lillipup}}{{MSP|507|Herdier}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|511|Pansage}}{{MSP|512|Simisage}}{{MSP|513|Pansear}} {{MSP|514|Simisear}}{{MSP|515|Panpour}}{{MSP|516|Simipour}}{{MSP|551|Sandile}}{{MSP|552|Krokorok}}{{MSP|553|Krookodile}} {{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|324|Torkoal}}{{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|025|Pikachu}}{{MSP|026|Raichu}}{{MSP|179|Mareep}}{{MSP|180|Flaaffy}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|135|Jolteon}} {{MSP|309|Electrike}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}}{{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}} {{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Discharge|Electric|Special|80|100|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|025|Pikachu}}{{MSP|026|Raichu}}{{MSP|179|Mareep}}{{MSP|180|Flaaffy}}{{MSP|181|Ampharos}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}} {{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Electro Ball|Electric|Special|—|100|10||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|136|Flareon}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}} {{MSP|228|Houndour}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}}{{MSP|232|Donphan}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}} {{MSP|508|Stoutland}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}|Fire Fang|Fire|Physical|65|95|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|037|Vulpix}}{{MSP|038|Ninetales}}{{MSP|058|Growlithe}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|322|Numel}}{{MSP|323|Camerupt}} {{MSP|513|Pansear}}{{MSP|514|Simisear}}{{MSP|631|Heatmor}}|Flame Burst|Fire|Special|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|086|Seel}}{{MSP|087|Dewgong}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|263|Zigzagoon}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}} {{MSP|399|Bidoof}}{{MSP|400|Bibarel}}{{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|560|Scrafty}}|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|221|Piloswine}}{{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}} {{MSP|365|Walrein}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|471|Glaceon}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}|Ice Fang|Ice|Physical|65|95|15||}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|522|Blitzle}}{{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}{{MSP|587|Emolga}}|Shock Wave|Electric|Special|60|—|20||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|027|Sandshrew}}{{MSP|028|Sandslash}}{{MSP|155|Cyndaquil}}{{MSP|156|Quilava}}{{MSP|157|Typhlosion}}{{MSP|190|Aipom}} {{MSP|424|Ambipom}}{{MSP|196|Espeon}}{{MSP|417|Pachirisu}}{{MSP|418|Buizel}}{{MSP|419|Floatzel}}{{MSP|572|Minccino}} {{MSP|573|Cinccino}}{{MSP|619|Mienfoo}}{{MSP|620|Mienshao}}|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|053|Persian}}{{MSP|264|Linoone}}|Switcheroo|Dark|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|024|Arbok}}{{MSP|059|Arcanine}}{{MSP|135|Jolteon}}{{MSP|209|Snubbull}}{{MSP|210|Granbull}}{{MSP|229|Houndoom}} {{MSP|232|Donphan}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|309|Electrike}}{{MSP|310|Manectric}}{{MSP|403|Shinx}}{{MSP|404|Luxio}} {{MSP|405|Luxray}}{{MSP|450|Hippowdon}}{{MSP|508|Stoutland}}|Thunder Fang|Electric|Physical|65|95|15||||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|288|Vigoroth}}{{MSP|289|Slaking}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|327|Spinda}} {{MSP|554|Darumaka}}{{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10}}{{learnlist/breedf|Manectric|Electric|Electric|5|3}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Iron Tail|Steel|Physical|100|75|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Magnet Rise|Electric|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{learnlist/prevoh|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}
{{learnlist/prevo5|309|Electrike|d||||Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15||BW}}
{{learnlist/prevof|Manectric|electric|electric|5|3}}

====Special moves====
{{Shadow moves|310|44|Shadow End|Shadow Mist|Shadow Sky|--|Refresh|Normal|Thunder|Electric|Rain Dance|Water|Bite|Dark|xd|electric|electric}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=electric |
ndex=310 |
pinballrs=Evolve |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=Evolve |
area=Thunder Meadow |
P1=Lightning becomes my energy! |
P2=My health has gone down by half. That's not good. |
P3=I'm finished... My lightning energy is just about gone... |
PL=I've leveled up! I'm brimming with the power of lightning! |
Partner=no |
Ranger=yes |
group=Electric |
assist=Electric |
field=Recharge |
fieldpower=2 |
loop=3 |
MinEXP=12 |
MaxEXP=12 |
browser=Manectric launches orbs of electricity. It can also recharge the [[Capture Styler|Styler]]. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=-10 |
iq=F |
Ranger3=yes |
group3=Electric |
assist3=Electric |
field3=Electrify |
field3power=3 |
browser3=It creates waves of electricity around it that make Pokémon Stopped. |
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=4|
rumble2defense=2|
rumble2speed=4|
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=309
|name1=Electrike
|type1-1=Electric
|evotype1=Level
|level1=26
|sprite2=310
|name2=Manectric
|type1-2=Electric}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=electric|
gen=3|
gender=none|
ndex=310|
name=Manectric|
}}

==Trivia==
* Manectric is the same height as {{ga|Ethan}}. While many other Pokémon share this distinction, Manectric comes the closest to also weighing the same (Manectric weighs {{tt|88.6 lbs|40.2 kg}}, the Trainer weighs {{tt|88.2 lbs|40 kg}}).
===Origin===
It may be based on a {{wp|maned wolf}} and a youkai of Japanese lore, the 雷獣 ''{{wp|raijū}}'', an elemental lightning creature that can take on the shape of various mammals, including a {{wp|tiger}}, {{wp|monkey}}, and blue {{wp|wolf}} wrapped in white and yellow lightning. Manectric is highly likely based on its wolf forme, while the Pokémon {{p|Raikou}} is based on its tiger forme. Its snout seems to also look like a {{wp|crocodile clip}}.

====Name origin====
Manectric may be a combination of ''mane'' and ''electric''.

Livolt may be a combination of ''lion'' or ''live'' (referring to a wire actively carrying an electric current) and ''volt''. It may also be a combination of 雷 ''rai'' (thunder) and ''bolt''.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=electric|type2=electric
|ja=ライボルト ''Livolt''|jameaning=From ''lion'', ''live'', {{tt|雷 ''rai''|thunder}}, ''volt'', and ''bolt''
|fr=Elecsprint|frmeaning=From ''electric'' and ''{{wp|Sprint (running)|sprint}}''
|es=Manectric|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Voltenso|demeaning=From ''Volt'' and {{tt|''tenso''|Spanish for 'tense'}}
|it=Manectric|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=썬더볼트 ''Thunderbolt''|komeaning=Literally the English word ''thunderbolt''
|zh_cmn=雷電獸 / 雷电兽 ''Léidiànshòu''|zh_cmnmeaning=From {{tt|雷電 ''léidiàn''|thunder and lightning}}, the Japanese {{wp|Raijū|雷獣 ''raijū''}}, and {{tt|獸 ''shòu''|beast}}
}}
 

==Related articles==
* [[Wattson's Manectric]]

==External links==

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