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MythicalGeneration VII · #0807 — Thunderclap Pokémon
Zeraora is a Mythical Electric-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII, standing as National Pokédex entry #807. Known as the Thunderclap Pokémon, Zeraora represents one of the most formidable Electric-type creatures in existence, celebrated for its incredible speed and devastating combat prowess. Unlike traditional Mythical Pokémon that often possess mystical or cosmic origins, Zeraora's existence is tied to the raw forces of nature itself. As a genderless Mythical Pokémon, Zeraora cannot be bred and has never been part of any discovered egg group, making it an exceptionally rare and exclusive creature. Its introduction during the events of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon marked it as the final entry in the Alola regional Pokédex, cementing its significance in the Generation VII games.
Base Stats
Height
1.5m
Weight
44.5kg
Category
Thunderclap Pokémon
Gender
Genderless
Color
yellow
Shape
humanoid
Abilities
Absorbs electric moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.
Zeraora Biology & Physical Characteristics
Zeraora is a bipedal, feline-inspired Pokémon with a striking appearance defined by contrasting yellow and black coloration. Its body features thick, vibrant yellow fur across most areas, with thinner black fur covering its lower legs, lower torso, upper arms, and face, creating a sleek athletic appearance. Lightning bolt-shaped blue whiskers extend from each cheek, while tufts of light blue fur accent its chest and forehead. Distinctive zigzagging black stripes adorn its thighs and forearms, adding to its intimidating presence. Zeraora's most notable biological feature is the light blue pads on its forepaws and hindpaws—its forepaws possess four clawed fingers while its hindpaws contain only three clawed toes. A long, ponytail-like tuft of fur extends from between its shoulders, flowing dynamically during movement. Most remarkably, Zeraora lacks an electricity-generating organ within its body, a trait that sets it apart from virtually all other Electric-type Pokémon. Instead, it gathers and stores electricity from external sources, channeling this collected energy through the pads on its limbs to electrify its claws and create the powerful magnetic fields it generates when emitting strong electric currents.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Zeraora Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Zeraora is a genderless Pokémon, possessing no sexual differentiation and therefore unable to produce offspring through traditional breeding methods. As a Mythical Pokémon, it belongs to the Undiscovered egg group, making it impossible to breed Zeraora with any other Pokémon regardless of compatibility. This characteristic is consistent with most Mythical Pokémon, which are designed as singular, unique entities within the Pokémon world rather than species capable of natural reproduction. The genderless nature of Zeraora reflects its origin as a creature born from extraordinary natural phenomena—specifically a lightning strike hitting an active volcano—rather than through conventional biological means. With a base friendship value of zero and notably lower happiness than most Pokémon, Zeraora presents as an inherently antisocial and aggressive creature, further emphasizing its status as a solitary, independent force of nature rather than a social species capable of familial bonds or breeding relationships. Its 120-egg cycle hatch counter exists purely as statistical data with no practical application, as Zeraora eggs cannot be obtained through any legitimate gameplay mechanism.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm00
sword shield
tm01
yellow
tm01
red blue
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
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm01
sun moon
tm01
x y
tm01
blue japan
tm01
red green japan
tm01
sword shield
+608 more TMs/HMs
Zeraora Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Zeraora does not evolve from any other Pokémon, nor does it evolve into any standard form, remaining singular in its natural state. However, Zeraora possesses the remarkable ability to Mega Evolve into Mega Zeraora using the Zeraorite Mega Stone. Mega Zeraora was officially introduced in the Mega Dimension DLC for Pokémon Legends: Z-A, representing a significant power amplification of the base form. When Mega Evolved, Zeraora's base stat total increases from 600 to 700, a substantial boost of 100 points. The Mega Evolution dramatically enhances Zeraora's Attack, Special Attack, and Speed stats particularly, with Attack rising from 112 to 157, Special Attack from 102 to 147, and Speed from 143 to 153—further emphasizing its role as an offense-focused speedster. Mega Zeraora's ability changes from Volt Absorb to Cacophony, eliminating its ability to absorb electric-type moves for healing while providing alternative strategic benefits. This transformation represents the pinnacle of Zeraora's power, allowing it to unleash devastating attacks at unprecedented velocities.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Zeraora Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Zeraora is an exceptionally aggressive and combative Pokémon, approaching battles with the speed and ferocity of a lightning bolt itself. According to Pokédex entries, it approaches enemies at the speed of lightning, moving with such velocity that it appears as little more than a blur to observers. Once engaged, Zeraora tears opponents apart with its electrically-charged claws, demonstrating a level of brutality that reflects its apex predator status. Its offensive capabilities are so comprehensive that even if opponents manage to dodge its initial attacks, they remain vulnerable to electrocution from the flying sparks generated by its movements and strikes. Zeraora runs with such swiftness that lightning flashes and thunder echoes wherever it travels, suggesting that its presence fundamentally alters the electrical environment around it. The Pokémon's behavior suggests a solitary, territorial nature befitting a Mythical creature. According to the lore presented in Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us, Zeraora allegedly originates from an explosion caused by a lightning bolt striking an erupting volcano, implying a connection to extreme natural phenomena and volcanic regions where such rare atmospheric events might occur.
Pokedex Entries
Generation VII
It electrifies its claws and tears its opponents apart with them. Even if they dodge its attack, they’ll be electrocuted by the flying sparks.
It approaches its enemies at the speed of lightning, then tears them limb from limb with its sharp claws.
Generation VIII
It runs as fast as lightning strikes, shredding its opponents with its high-voltage claws.
Electricity sparks from the pads on its limbs. Wherever Zeraora runs, lightning flashes and thunder echoes.
Zeraora Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Zeraora's name likely derives from a combination of linguistic elements emphasizing electricity and ferocity. The 'Zera' component may relate to zero or a manipulated form suggesting electrical discharge, while 'ora' could reference the Spanish word for gold or suggest an onomatopoeia of electrical crackling. The Japanese name ゼラオラ maintains the same phonetic structure, reinforcing these linguistic roots across both languages. Its design draws clear inspiration from wild cats and panthers, translating feline grace and predatory instinct into an Electric-type package. The pointed ears, muscular build, and claw-focused combat style echo characteristics of big cats, while the blue whiskers and colored fur pads distinctly mark it as an electrical creature. The ponytail-like tuft extending from its shoulders recalls the maned appearance of some feline predators, while the yellow and black coloration creates visual associations with danger and electricity—much like tiger stripes or warning coloration found in nature. The absence of an internal electricity-generating organ represents a unique design choice that distinguishes Zeraora from the established Electric-type archetype, suggesting it exists as a creature that harnesses rather than generates power, making it fundamentally different from Pokémon like Pikachu or Raichu.
Learnable Moves
Zeraora can learn 83 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acrobatics | flying | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 |
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| agility | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| assurance | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| aura sphere | fighting | Special | 80 | — | 20 |
| blaze kick | fire | Physical | 85 | 90 | 10 |
| bounce | flying | Physical | 85 | 85 | 5 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bulk up | fighting | Status | — | — | 20 |
| calm mind | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| charge | electric | Status | — | — | 20 |
| close combat | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| coaching | fighting | Status | — | — | 10 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| discharge | electric | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| drain punch | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| dual chop | dragon | Physical | 40 | 90 | 15 |
| echoed voice | normal | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| electric terrain | electric | Status | — | — | 10 |
| electro ball | electric | Special | — | 100 | 10 |
| electroweb | electric | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fake out | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 10 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| fire punch | fire | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury swipes | normal | Physical | 18 | 80 | 15 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| laser focus | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| low sweep | fighting | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| mega kick | normal | Physical | 120 | 75 | 5 |
| mega punch | normal | Physical | 80 | 85 | 20 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| pay day | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| plasma fists | electric | Physical | 100 | 100 | 15 |
| play rough | fairy | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 |
| power up punch | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| quick attack | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| quick guard | fighting | Status | — | — | 15 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| revenge | fighting | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| reversal | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| rising voltage | electric | Special | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| scratch | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| shock wave | electric | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| slash | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snarl | dark | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| snatch | dark | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| spark | electric | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| superpower | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| throat chop | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| 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 |
| wild charge | electric | Physical | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
Zeraora Competitive Battle Guide
Zeraora occupies a unique position in competitive Pokémon battles as a high-speed physical attacker with respectable special attack coverage. With a base Speed stat of 143, Zeraora outpaces the vast majority of Pokémon in competitive environments, allowing it to consistently move first in battle—a critical advantage for offensive strategies. Its Attack stat of 112 provides solid physical hitting power, while its Special Attack of 102 offers viable special move coverage for situations requiring different move types. The combination of 88 HP and 75 Defense creates notable defensive vulnerabilities, requiring careful play and strategic switching to avoid being caught unprepared. Zeraora's signature ability, Volt Absorb, provides a defensive utility by allowing it to absorb Electric-type moves and restore one-quarter of its maximum health, making it particularly valuable against Electric-type opponents or in situations where Electric attacks are prevalent. Its special defense of 80 leaves it similarly vulnerable to special attacks, suggesting that Zeraora functions best as an offensive momentum-builder rather than a defensive wall. The availability of Mega Evolution through Zeraorite amplifies these strengths dramatically, boosting its Attack to 157 and Speed to 153, creating an even more dominant force capable of overwhelming many opponents in a single turn. Competitive players often utilize Zeraora for hit-and-run tactics, leveraging its superior speed to eliminate threats before they can respond.
Commonly Asked Questions About Zeraora
What type is Zeraora?
Zeraora is a electric type Pokemon.
What does Zeraora evolve from?
Zeraora does not evolve.
What are Zeraora's weaknesses?
Zeraora is weak to ground type moves.
Zeraora Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Zeraora has achieved notable prominence within Pokémon culture despite being a Mythical Pokémon with limited availability. The creature served as the focus of Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us, where it received significant character development and a sympathetic narrative arc that explored its origins and motivations. This cinematic spotlight elevated Zeraora's profile considerably, introducing it to broader audiences and establishing it as a fan-favorite Mythical Pokémon. Zeraora's design aesthetics—combining feline grace with electrical power—resonated strongly with the community, inspiring substantial fan art, cosplay, and merchandise. The Pokémon's featured appearance in Pokémon UNITE as a playable character further solidified its cultural presence, making it accessible to players who might not otherwise encounter it. Its status as the final entry in the Alola Pokédex for Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon games gives it symbolic significance as the culmination of that generation's Pokédex progression. The introduction of Mega Zeraora in Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Mega Dimension DLC refreshed community interest and sparked renewed discussions about its competitive viability and design potential. Within competitive battling communities, Zeraora maintains a reputation as a formidable threat capable of sweeping unprepared teams, contributing to its standing as a respected high-tier Pokémon.
Where to Find Zeraora in Every Pokémon Game
Zeraora's availability as a Mythical Pokémon makes it extraordinarily rare and difficult to obtain through standard gameplay methods. It was first available in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon through special event distributions rather than through normal gameplay progression, with most players requiring Nintendo Event access to receive it legitimately. The extremely low catch rate of 3 (equivalent to approximately 0.4% with a standard Poké Ball when the target is at full health) reflects its legendary status and the game designers' intent to make it virtually unobtainable through wild encounters. In subsequent generations, Zeraora has maintained its Mythical status, with availability limited to official distribution events, promotional codes, and occasionally through special DLC content. The Zeraorite Mega Stone required for Mega Evolution was introduced in Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Mega Dimension DLC, making Mega Evolution equally restricted to players with access to that content. For players in regions without official Pokémon distribution networks or those unable to attend distribution events, legitimate acquisition of Zeraora has proven exceptionally challenging. The Pokémon's presence in Pokémon HOME and various online services has provided some modern pathways for obtaining it, though official distributions remain the primary intended acquisition method. As of current generations, Zeraora continues to be unavailable through breeding or normal wild encounters, maintaining its status as one of the most exclusive Pokémon in the entire National Pokédex.