How to Get Thunder Wave in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

Status moves are extremely powerful in Pokemon. Every good team should have a variety of status moves as it helps you control the battle by hindering your opponent. One of the most reliable status moves in Pokemon is Thunder Waves and you can get it early on in your playthrough. Here’s how to get Thunder Wave in Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet.

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How to Get Thunder Wave in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

The Thunder Wave TM is received early on before you even enter Mesagoza City for the first time. Just outside of Mesagoza City’s gates next to the Pokemon Center you’ll encounter a Pokemon League Rep. Speaking to him will reveal that he has a special prize for anyone who can defeat four nearby trainers.

The four trainers you need to defeat can be found on the route between Inlet Grotto and Mesagoza’s front gate. They are named Youngster Ellan, Zahira the Student, Carlota the Student, and Youngster Luka. These trainers are easy to beat and all only have one Pokemon each. Simply work your way through the route beating all four trainers on your way.

After beating the four trainers you are now ready to get Thunder Wave in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Head back to the Pokemon League Rep and speak to him. He’ll congratulate you on defeating the four trainers and reward you with a Thunder Wave TM. This TM can be taught to any Pokemon that is able to learn Thunder Wave by selecting it from your bag.

As an added bonus Pokemon Scarlet and Violet also let you craft TMs like Thunder Wave. By completing this quest you now have the ability to craft as many Thunder Wave TMs as you want. You can craft more Thunder Wave TMs by interacting with the Technical Machine Machines found at every Pokemon Center. Creating a Thunder Wave TM requires 400 League Points, three Mareep Wool, and three Pawmi Fur.

Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet can be purchased on the Nintendo Store.