Pokémon Scarlet and Violet released November 18th, 2022. The newest in the Pokémon franchise brings back fan favourite Pokémon. Blending the storyline quest of beating Gym Leaders and the Arceus gameplay of open-world exploration. There is 100+ new Generation 9 added to the Scarlet and Violet Pokedex. With fans seeing the return of Evolution Stones. There is the ability to level up Pokémon and see its evolution forms. Players can also buy or locate the Evolution Stones that are scattered around the new Paldea region. What are Evolution Stones and which Pokémon can you evolve using the Thunder Stone in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?
What is a Thunder Stone?
The Thunder Stone in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is a consumable item that are used on specific sets of Pokémon. First introduced in Generation 1. The Evolution Stones are another evolution method. So, instead of capturing and levelling up Pokémon. Which is the focal point of the franchise’s games. The stones promote the Arceus style, open-world exploration. In this instalment, players must search the open world of Paldea. Locate the Stones and other rare loot that can be found across the various biomes.
The Evolution Stones available in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are:
Some stones are purchasable in Paldea, others must be located in different provinces, some tucked away only for the hands of the curious and eager-to-find Trainers. Where can we find the Thunder Stone in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?
Where to Find the Thunder Stone in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
The Thunder Stone is purchasable inside the city stores of:
- West Province City, Cascarrafa
- East Province City, Levincia
- South Province City, Mesagoza
Thunder Stones are purchasable in these stores, alongside the evolution stones: Fire, Water and Leaf. The stones cost 3,000 Pokémon Dollars. Because of the high price, we recommend that the stones are bought as a last resort. Therfore, players should search the Paldea area first, in:
- Levincia
- Casseroya Lake
- West Province (Area One)
Related: Where to Find Thunder Stones in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet – Map and Locations.
Thunder Stone Pokémon List
After locating the Thunder Stones, accomplished by purchasing or finding them in the wilderness of Paldea. You can use the stone on a select few Pokémon. In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the Pokémon evolved using the Thunder Stone are:
- Eevee into Jolteon
- Pikachu into Raichu
- Magneton into Magnezone
- Tadbulb into Bellibolt
- Eelektrik into Eelektross
Tadbulb is a Generation 9 Pokémon. This Pokemon is one of the many new additions in the Pokedex as seen in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Tadbulb is located in many regions of Paldea, in wetlands and on riverbanks. This Pokémon appears across all provinces.
Those are the Pokémon which you can evolve using the Thunder Stone in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. For more Pokémon content, see our related article: Best Pokémon Team Planner for Scarlet and Violet.
