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Damage multipliers this Pokemon takes from each attacking type (based on the current form).
Damage multipliers of this Pokemon's same-type (STAB) moves against each defending type.
High-firepower meta Pokémon that hit it super-effectively by type (estimated, not battle data)
Based on real ladder matchup statistics and expert community assessments (data snapshot 2026-05)
Bellibolt is a solid utility wall in the singles metagame, sitting at 5.49% usage in the 1760+ bracket (rank 32) with nearly identical 5.48% overall — a sign of consistent cross-rank value. Its 109 HP and 91 Defense provide reliable physical bulk, and Electromorphosis grants a powerful Electric move boost after taking a hit. One community author lists it as their 'all-time favorite Pokemon,' and GameWith awards it an S-tier rating.
Playstyle:The primary build uses Sassy or Calm natures to maximize physical and special bulk simultaneously, with Leftovers (48.7%) for sustained recovery. Move choices — Parabolic Charge (24.6%), Slack Off (23.4%), Volt Switch (21.7%), Toxic (14.5%), Soak (12.4%) — form a pivot-stall hybrid. Expert commentary reveals the core concept: Bellibolt acts as a cushion for special attackers like Mega Dragonite or Mega Delphox, using Volt Switch to safely bring in the offensive ace. Notably, one builder reports it as their highest pick rate Pokemon in actual matches.
In doubles, Bellibolt occupies a fringe 0.63% at 1760+ (rank 90). Electromorphosis is harder to trigger reliably under the concentrated fire of doubles, and its 45 base Speed is a severe liability in the fast-paced format. Some players use its bulk and Soak as rain-team support, but GameWith doubles usage of just 0.3% (win rate 50.3%) confirms its marginal impact.
Playstyle:The doubles set favors Bold nature for physical bulk (31/0/16/0/19/0 at 29.7%), with Magnet (63.7%) boosting Electric output. Protect and Thunderbolt both sit at 20.1%, alongside Parabolic Charge (19.2%) and Soak (14.9%) for support. Electroweb (6.1%) and Discharge (4.1%) add speed control and spread damage. Partners like Sinistcha (9.3%) and Mega Charizard-Y (6.3%) suggest use in weather- or field-based team structures.