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LegendaryGeneration V · #0644 — Deep Black Pokémon
Zekrom, known as the Deep Black Pokémon, is a legendary Dragon/Electric-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V that serves as one of the three members of the Tao trio alongside Reshiram and Kyurem. As the mascot of Pokémon White Version, Zekrom represents ideals and appears prominently in the mythology and lore of the Unova region. This genderless legendary Pokémon boasts a formidable base stat total of 680, with exceptional Attack power rated at 150, complemented by solid defenses and balanced special capabilities. With a catch rate of only 3—among the lowest in the entire Pokédex—Zekrom stands as one of the most difficult Pokémon to capture, reflecting its status as a powerful and elusive legendary entity that few trainers will ever encounter.
Base Stats
Height
2.9m
Weight
345.0kg
Category
Deep Black Pokémon
Gender
Genderless
Color
black
Shape
upright
Abilities
Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent moves.
Zekrom Biology & Physical Characteristics
Zekrom is a large, imposing bipedal dragon-like Pokémon with a primarily charcoal-colored hide accented by patches of pure black across its body. Standing at an impressive 2.9 meters (9'06") tall and weighing 345 kilograms (760.6 lbs), it possesses a muscular, saurian physique supported by powerful hind legs and a pair of jagged wings that resemble storm clouds. Its most distinctive feature is its massive tail, which functions as a giant electrical generator capable of producing tremendous amounts of electricity. The creature's head is crowned with a thundercloud-like crest tipped in light-blue coloration, and its piercing red sclerae with white irises give it an intense, commanding appearance. Two small horn-like protrusions adorn the tip of its snout, while the base of its neck features black, stud-like structures that resemble armor plating, also present on its shoulders and wing bases.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Zekrom Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Zekrom is genderless, classified within the Undiscovered egg group, which means it cannot breed with any other Pokémon and no Pokémon can breed to produce eggs containing Zekrom. This genderless classification is shared by all legendary and mythical Pokémon, reflecting their status as unique, irreplaceable entities rather than natural creatures that reproduce through conventional means. The species is never obtained through breeding mechanics, and players cannot acquire additional Zekrom through egg-based reproduction. With a base happiness value of 0, which is lower than normal, Zekrom begins at minimal affection with any trainer, requiring dedicated effort and interaction to increase friendship. The slow growth rate means that any Zekrom encountered will require substantially more experience points to reach maximum level compared to standard Pokémon, fitting its legendary status and emphasizing the challenge of training such a powerful being.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
platinum
tm01
emerald
tm01
diamond pearl
tm01
firered leafgreen
tm01
ruby sapphire
tm01
black white
tm01
black 2 white 2
tm01
xd
tm01
colosseum
tm01
heartgold soulsilver
tm01
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm01
x y
tm02
emerald
tm02
firered leafgreen
tm02
ruby sapphire
tm02
black white
tm02
heartgold soulsilver
tm02
platinum
tm02
colosseum
tm02
diamond pearl
+890 more TMs/HMs
Zekrom Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Zekrom does not evolve from any Pokémon, nor does it evolve into any other species, existing as a fully-formed legendary entity. However, Zekrom possesses the unique ability to fuse with Kyurem using the DNA Splicers held item, resulting in the transformation into Black Kyurem. This fusion represents a special mechanic exclusive to the legendary Pokémon of the Tao trio and creates a form that combines Zekrom's offensive prowess with Kyurem's formidable stats. The DNA Splicers represent the culmination of Unova's legendary lore, allowing trainers who possess both Zekrom and Kyurem to witness the fusion of these mythical entities, though such an occurrence is extraordinarily rare outside of specific narrative contexts.
Where to Find
ns castle
unova
dragonspiral tower
unova
fabled cave
hoenn
ultra space wilds
alola
ultra space
alola
Zekrom Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Zekrom conceals itself within lightning clouds as it soars throughout the Unova region, creating spectacular electrical displays across the sky. According to Pokédex entries and regional mythology, this legendary Pokémon possesses the power to scorch the world with devastating lightning and assists those seeking to build an ideal world. The creature's behavior is inextricably linked to ideals and righteousness—ancient mythology suggests that if people lose the righteousness in their hearts, their kingdoms will be razed by Zekrom's terrible lightning as divine punishment. When the interior part of its tail spins like a motor, Zekrom can generate multiple bolts of lightning to blast its surroundings with catastrophic force. Its connection to storms and electricity is so profound that it appears in legends throughout Unova, treated as a force of nature tied to concepts of justice and moral order rather than a typical Pokémon.
Pokedex Entries
Generation V
Concealing itself in lightning clouds, it flies throughout the Unova region. It creates electricity in its tail.
This legendary Pokémon can scorch the world with lightning. It assists those who want to build an ideal world.
This Pokémon appears in legends. In its tail, it has a giant generator that creates electricity.
Generation VI
This legendary Pokémon can scorch the world with lightning. It assists those who want to build an ideal world.
Concealing itself in lightning clouds, it flies throughout the Unova region. It creates electricity in its tail.
This legendary Pokémon can scorch the world with lightning. It assists those who want to build an ideal world.
Concealing itself in lightning clouds, it flies throughout the Unova region. It creates electricity in its tail.
Generation VIII
When the interior part of its tail spins like a motor, Zekrom can generate many bolts of lightning to blast its surroundings.
Mythology tells us that if people lose the righteousness in their hearts, their kingdoms will be razed by Zekrom’s lightning.
Zekrom Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Zekrom combines elements suggesting both thunder and darkness, reflecting its dual Dragon/Electric typing and its role as the black-colored counterpart to the white Reshiram in the Tao legendary trio. Its design draws inspiration from traditional Eastern dragon imagery while incorporating avian and technological elements, particularly in its motor-like tail that functions as an electrical generator. The thundercloud crest and jagged wings create a silhouette that evokes both storm systems and metallic machinery, suggesting a fusion of natural and industrial power. The black coloration and sharp, angular features contrast with Reshiram's softer white appearance, establishing a clear visual dichotomy between the two mascot legendaries. Zekrom's overall aesthetic emphasizes raw power and primal force, with muscular proportions and formidable weaponry in the form of its tail, positioning it as a destructive force of nature rather than a refined or elegant being.
Learnable Moves
Zekrom can learn 98 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ancient power | rock | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| body press | fighting | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| bolt strike | electric | Physical | 130 | 85 | 5 |
| breaking swipe | dragon | Physical | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| charge | electric | Status | — | — | 20 |
| charge beam | electric | Special | 50 | 90 | 10 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| defog | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| draco meteor | dragon | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| dragon breath | dragon | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| dragon cheer | dragon | Status | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| dragon claw | dragon | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| dragon dance | dragon | Status | — | — | 20 |
| dragon pulse | dragon | Special | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| dragon rage | dragon | Special | — | 100 | 10 |
| dragon tail | dragon | Physical | 60 | 90 | 10 |
| dual wingbeat | flying | Physical | 40 | 90 | 10 |
| earth power | ground | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| echoed voice | normal | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| electric terrain | electric | Status | — | — | 10 |
| electro ball | electric | Special | — | 100 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| flash cannon | steel | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| fly | flying | Physical | 90 | 95 | 15 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fusion bolt | electric | Physical | 100 | 100 | 5 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| haze | ice | Status | — | — | 30 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| hyper voice | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| imprison | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| laser focus | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| light screen | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| magnet rise | electric | Status | — | — | 10 |
| noble roar | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic | psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| reflect | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rising voltage | electric | Special | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| roost | flying | Status | — | — | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| scale shot | dragon | Physical | 25 | 90 | 20 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| shock wave | electric | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| signal beam | bug | Special | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| slash | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| stealth rock | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| steel wing | steel | Physical | 70 | 90 | 25 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| supercell slam | electric | Physical | 100 | 95 | 15 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| tailwind | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunder fang | electric | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| thunder wave | electric | Status | — | 90 | 20 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| volt switch | electric | Special | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| weather ball | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| wild charge | electric | Physical | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Zekrom Competitive Battle Guide
Zekrom is an exceptional competitive Pokémon with 680 base stats distributed to maximize its physical attack potential, boasting 150 Attack—one of the highest for any legendary Dragon-type. Its signature ability Teravolt bypasses the abilities of opposing Pokémon that would hinder or prevent moves, providing crucial utility against defensive strategies and ability-based walls. The combination of strong physical attacks like Fusion Bolt (100 power, 100 accuracy, with additional Dragon-type coverage from Dragon Claw) and support moves provides excellent offensive coverage. With 100 HP and respectable defenses of 120 Defense and 100 Special Defense, Zekrom can absorb hits while dealing massive damage, though its 90 Speed stat means it often moves after faster threats. Competitive trainers leverage its Dragon/Electric typing to exploit common weaknesses while resisting valuable types like Grass, Water, Flying, Electric, and Psychic, though its vulnerability to Ice and Ground-type moves must be managed carefully. The low catch rate of 3 and its status as a one-time legendary encounter mean competitive players must carefully train and preserve any Zekrom they manage to capture.
Commonly Asked Questions About Zekrom
What type is Zekrom?
Zekrom is a dragon and electric type Pokemon.
What does Zekrom evolve from?
Zekrom does not evolve.
What are Zekrom's weaknesses?
Zekrom is weak to ground, ice, dragon and fairy type moves.
Where can I find Zekrom?
Zekrom can be found in ns castle (unova), dragonspiral tower (unova) and fabled cave (hoenn) and 2 other locations.
Zekrom Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Zekrom achieved significant cultural prominence as the mascot of Pokémon White Version, appearing prominently on the game's boxart and serving as a central figure in Generation V's narrative. The Tao trio of Zekrom, Reshiram, and Kyurem has become iconic within Pokémon lore, representing fundamental philosophical concepts of ideals and truth woven into Unova's regional mythology. Zekrom has made notable appearances in the Pokémon anime, most memorably in the movie Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom (M14), where it played a starring role as a destructive yet ultimately heroic force. The creature's representation in trading card games, merchandise, and various Pokémon media has cemented its status as one of the most recognizable legendary Pokémon among fans. Its appearance in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as both a Poké Ball summon and trophy further expanded its cultural reach beyond traditional Pokémon games, introducing the legendary dragon to broader gaming audiences.
Where to Find Zekrom in Every Pokémon Game
Zekrom is exclusive to Pokémon White Version and its sequel Pokémon White 2, where it serves as the game's legendary mascot and primary legendary encounter. Players can encounter Zekrom at the climax of White Version's storyline, though capturing this legendary Pokémon requires defeating it in battle first, making it a significant challenge despite its predetermined encounter. The legendarily low catch rate of 3 (reduced to 45 in later generations from Pokémon X & Y onward) makes obtaining a healthy Zekrom substantially difficult without specialized Poké Balls or status condition assistance. Beyond Generation V games, Zekrom appears in subsequent titles including Black 2/White 2, X/Y, Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire, and later generations, though availability varies by game and region. The DNA Splicers mechanic introduced in Black 2/White 2 allows trainers who possess both Zekrom and Kyurem to facilitate their fusion into Black Kyurem, adding another layer to Zekrom's acquisition and utility. Event distributions have occasionally provided alternative means of obtaining Zekrom, though such opportunities remain exceptionally rare, preserving its status as one of the most difficult legendary Pokémon to legally obtain.