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How To Get Thunder Punch (TM068) in Scarlet and Violet

Check out this guide to find out how to get and which Pokemon will learn Thunder Punch in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
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Published: Dec 5, 2022 11:16 am

In Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, players can obtain Technical Machines (TM), a type of data disc that help Pokemon learn new moves. TMs are a quick and easy way to learn a new move without too much grinding or waiting. Thunder Punch is one of these useful Technical Machines. Find out how to get Thunder Punch (TM068) in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

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Obtaining Thunder Punch TM 068 in Scarlet and Violet

TM068 teaches a Pokemon the move Thunder Punch. Thunder Punch is an Electric type move that deals good damage and great accuracy. The move gives a 10% chance to inflict paralysis to opponents.

Here are the stats for Thunder Punch:

TypeElectric
CategoryPhysical
Power75
Accuracy100
PP24
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Dragonite learns Thunder Punch by Default (via Pokemon)

Thunder Punch is unlocked after beating Team Star Poison Crew. Thunder Punch can also be crafted using the following: 5000 LP, Meditite Sweat x3, Toxel Sparks x3.

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The move is super effective (x2) on Water and Flying type Pokemon. It has an average effect (x0.5) on Grass and Dragon type Pokemon, but zero effect on Ground types.

All eligible Pokemon have to level up or learn the move via TM. Dragonite and Medicham can learn by default. Raichu and Ampharos are the only Pokemon who learn Thunder Punch by Evolution. Check out this list of all the Pokemon who can learn Thunder Punch via TM.

  • Iron Hands (Level or TM)
  • Floragato
  • Meowscarada
  • Pawmo
  • Pawmot
  • Garganaci
  • Gholdengo
  • Scream Tail
  • Iron Thorns
  • Iron Valiant
  • Annihilape
  • Charmander
  • Charmeleon
  • Charizard
  • Pikachu
  • Raichu
  • Jigglypuff
  • Wigglytuff
  • Mankey
  • Primeape
  • Grimer
  • Muk
  • Gastly
  • Haunter
  • Gengar
  • Drowzee
  • Hypno
  • Chansey
  • Dragonite
  • Pichu
  • Flaaffy
  • Ampharos
  • Sudowoodo
  • Slowking
  • Teddiursa
  • Ursaring
  • Blissey
  • Tyranitar
  • Ralts
  • Kirlia
  • Gardevoir
  • Breloom
  • Slakoth
  • Vigorth
  • Slaking
  • Makuhita
  • Hariyama
  • Sableye
  • Meditite
  • Medicham
  • Gulpin
  • Cacturne
  • Zangoose
  • Pachirisu
  • Riolu
  • Lucario
  • Croagunk
  • Toxicroak
  • Gallade
  • Eelektross
  • Hawlucha
  • Dedenne
  • Goodra
  • Gumshoos
  • Crabrawler
  • Crabominable
  • Lycanroc (Midnight)
  • Toxtricity (Amped and Low Key)
  • Grimmsnarl

That’s it for this particular Technical Machine and how to obtain it. We hope that has helped you teach your Pokemon the move you require. Let us know if you have any more hints or tips in the comments below. Next up, why not check out how to get Dragon Claw in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet? Good luck!

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Rowan has been creating content for Touch Tap Play since 2021. When she’s not writing game guides, Rowan can be found trying out new mobile games, laughing during horror movies, or wandering in the Devon countryside with her dog. She has a love/hate relationship with Dead By Daylight, and a healthy obsession with Fortnite.