This Pokemon is a part of the Pokemon Pokedex and the Pokemon Cheats index. You may also find more useful information in the Pokemon Hints section.
Voltorb - Pokemon #100
Voltorb is known by the following names within the Pokemon series of video games:
- English: Voltorb
- Japanese: Biriridama
- German: Voltobal
- French: Voltorbe
Here are the numbers that Voltorb is represented by in the various Pokedexes.
- National: 100
- Hoenn: 84
- Johto: 120
Voltorb Description from the Various Pokemon Games
Pokemon Red/Blue
Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a POKe BALL, they have zapped many people.
Pokemon Yellow
It is said to camouflage itself as a POKe BALL. It will self-destruct with very little stimulus.
Pokemon Gold
It rolls to move. If the ground is uneven, a sudden jolt from hitting a bump can cause it to explode.
Pokemon Silver
It was discovered when POKe BALLS were introduced. It is said that there is some connection.
Pokemon Crystal
During the study of this Pokemon, it was discovered that its components are not found in nature.
Pokemon Ruby
VOLTORB was first sighted at a company that manufactures POKe BALLS. The link between that sighting and the fact that this Pokemon looks very similar to a POKe BALL remains a mystery.
Pokemon Sapphire
VOLTORB is extremely sensitive - it explodes at the slightest of shocks. It is rumored that it was first created when a POKe BALL was exposed to a powerful pulse of energy.
Pokemon Emerald
It bears an uncanny and unexplained resemblance to a POKe BALL. Because it explodes at the slightest shock, even veteran TRAINERS treat it with caution.
Pokemon Fire Red
A life-form whose identity is unknown. It is said to SCREECH or suddenly SELFDESTRUCT.
Pokemon Leaf Green
Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a POKe BALL, it has zapped many people.
Pokemon Diamond
It looks just like a Poke Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch.
Pokemon Pearl
It looks just like a Poke Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch.
Locations - Where to find the Voltorb Pokemon
Pokemon Diamond
Swarm in Route 218 [Swarm]
Pokemon Pearl
Swarm in Route 218 [Swarm]
Voltorb Base Stats
- HP = 40 (ranked 66)
- ATTACK = 30 (ranked 72)
- DEFENSE = 50 (ranked 58)
- SPECIAL ATTACK = 55 (ranked 49)
- SPECIAL DEFENSE = 55 (ranked 50)
- SPEED = 100 (ranked 14)
- Total Base Stats = 330
Voltorb Pokemon Type, Egg Group, Height, Weight, and Gender
- Pokemon Type: Electric
- Egg Type: Mineral
- Height: 0.5 m / 1' 08"
- Weight: 10.4 kg / 22.9 lbs.
- Male:
- Female:
Voltorb Ability - Soundproof
Game's description
Gives full immunity to all sound-based moves.
Battle effect
Unaffected by sound moves. If this Pokemon switches out with Baton Pass, Perish Song against the switched out will not be nullified.
Additional Info for Voltorb
Damage Taken:
- 50%: Flying, Steel, Electric
- 200%: Ground
Pal Park:
- Area: Field
- Points: 50
- Encounter rate: 30
Wild Item:
NONE
Miscellaneous Info:
- Species: Ball Pokemon
- Steps to hatch: 5,120
- Color: Red
- Catch Rate: 190
- Base Tameness: 70
- Growth Group: Medium Fast
1,000,000 exp. points to Lv100
For more information on this Pokedex see here.

