How to evolve Elekid into Electabuzz and Electivire in Pokemon GO

Elekid, Electabuzz, and Electivire make up one of the most electrifying evolution lines in Pokemon GO. Known for their Electric-type prowess, these Pokemon have been fan favorites since their introduction. Elekid serves as the baby in this family, evolving into Electabuzz and eventually the powerful Electivire. Whether you’re aiming to complete your Pokedex or power up a strong Electric-type attacker, this article will provide a step-by-step guide through the evolution process.

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How to evolve Elekid into Electabuzz in Pokemon GO

Elekid as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

To evolve Elekid into Electabuzz, you will need 25 Elekid Candy. Elekid is commonly available during special events and in 7 km or 10 km eggs, so collecting the necessary candy is relatively easy. Once you have enough Candy, simply select Elekid in your Pokemon storage and tap the evolve button to obtain Electabuzz.

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How to evolve Electabuzz into Electivire in Pokemon GO

Electabuzz evolves into Electivire, but the process requires a bit more effort. You will need 100 Elekid Candy and a Sinnoh Stone. Sinnoh Stones are special evolution items that can be earned through specific activities. Once you have the required Candy and Sinnoh Stone, select Electabuzz in your storage and evolve it into Electivire to add this powerful Electric-type Pokemon to your collection.

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Tips to get Sinnoh Stones in Pokemon GO

Sinnoh Stones can be obtained through the following methods:

• Field Research Breakthroughs: Completing Field Research tasks for seven days and earning a Research Breakthrough can reward you with a Sinnoh Stone.
• PvP battles: Participating in Trainer Battles against friends or team leaders often yields evolution items, including Sinnoh Stones.
• GO Battle League rewards: Winning battles in the GO Battle League occasionally grants Sinnoh Stones as part of the reward pool.

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How to evolve Shiny Elekid into Shiny Electabuzz and Shiny Electivire in Pokemon GO

Electabuzz as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

The process for evolving Shiny Elekid into Shiny Electabuzz and Shiny Electivire is identical to their regular counterparts. You’ll need 25 Candy to evolve Shiny Elekid into Shiny Electabuzz and 100 Candy plus a Sinnoh Stone to evolve Shiny Electabuzz into Shiny Electivire. The shiny forms feature unique golden and blue accents, making them a valuable addition to any trainer’s collection.

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Elekid, Electabuzz, and Electivire in Pokemon GO: Stats and Moves

Elekid

• Max CP: 1364
• Attack: 135
• Defense: 101
• Stamina: 128

Movepool:

• Fast Moves: Thunder Shock, Low Kick
• Charged Moves: Discharge, Thunder Punch, Thunderbolt, Brick Break

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Electabuzz

• Max CP: 2639
• Attack: 198
• Defense: 158
• Stamina: 163

Movepool:

• Fast Moves: Thunder Shock, Low Kick
• Charged Moves: Thunder Punch, Thunderbolt, Thunder

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Electivire

• Max CP: 3481
• Attack: 249
• Defense: 163
• Stamina: 181

Movepool:

• Fast Moves: Thunder Shock, Low Kick
• Charged Moves: Thunder Punch, Thunder, Wild Charge, Ice Punch, Flamethrower

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Electivire as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Electivire’s high Max CP and versatile movepool make it an excellent choice for PvP battles and raids, especially against Water- and Flying-type Pokemon. Start evolving today to strengthen your roster with this electrifying evolution line.

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