Zebstrika (Pokémon)


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Zebstrika (Japanese: ゼブライカ Zebraika) is an  introduced in Generation V.

It evolves from starting at level 27.

Biology
Zebstrika is a zebra-like Pokémon. Its coat is black with white, jagged stripes all over its body. There is one pointed stripe extending from its nose, two elaborate stripes on its neck and chest, one zigzag stripe each on its jaws, back, and hindquarters, one triangular stripe on each of its thighs, and two stripes banding each of its legs. Its ears are triangular with blue insides, while its eyes are blue with yellow sclera and white eyelashes. Its nose is black, and its hooves are gray. A white, spiked mane runs the length of its body, beginning with two horn-like extensions on its forehead and running down its back to end in a long tail with a starburst-shaped tip. This irritable Pokémon fires lightning bolts from its mane when angry. Zebstrika can move as quickly as lightning, releasing thunderclaps at full gallop.

Major appearances
Zebstrika debuted in Reunion Battles In Nimbasa!, under the ownership of Stephan. It was revealed to have evolved from his Blitzle. In the next episode, it was used in a against  and her, which it won. Later, during Strong Strategy Steals the Show!, it battled and his, and the battle resulted in a tie.

A Zebstrika appeared in Enter Elesa, Electrifying Gym Leader!, under the ownership of Elesa. It defeated Bianca's, Minccino, and during a Gym battle. Zebstrika reappeared in Dazzling the Nimbasa Gym!, during Elesa's Gym battle against Ash; it battled Ash's Palpitoad and lost.

Minor appearances
Multiple Zebstrika appeared in the opening sequence of Black—Victini and Reshiram.

A 's Zebstrika made a cameo appearance in Cilan Takes Flight!.

A Zebstrika appeared in Crisis at Ferroseed Research!.

A Zebstrika appeared in Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice, during the legend.

A Zebstrika appeared in Jostling for the Junior Cup!, under the ownership of Simeon. It was seen participating in the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup, where it lost to Horatio's in the first round.

Multiple Zebstrika appeared in Team Eevee and the Pokémon Rescue Squad!, where they were among the residents of a ranch at Virgil's house.

A Zebstrika appeared in a fantasy in Clemont's Got a Secret!.

In the Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer
Elesa's Zebstrika appeared in the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer.

In Pokémon Generations
Elesa's Zebstrika appeared in The Uprising.

In the Be the Best! Pokémon B+W manga
In The Battle for More Friends!, a used one with his  in a Double Battle against Monta. Its Ability let it absorb the  attacks of Monta's. It was defeated by a -boosted from Monta's.

In the Pokémon Adventures manga
Elesa has a Zebstrika which was first seen in To Make a Musical, where it was seen being dressed up in preparation of the Pokémon Musical. Later, it was used in a Gym Battle against.

A Zebstrika appeared in Up in the Air.

In the Pokémon RéBURST manga
Fraud has a Zebstrika in which he can use it as a Burst form.

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Trivia

 * Zebstrika shares its with . They are both known as the Thunderbolt Pokémon.
 * It is one of a few Pokémon whose species name in English is the same as the name of a.
 * Zebstrika is the only Pokémon with a base stat total of 497.

Origin
Zebstrika appears to be based on a. It may also be based on two of 's —Bronte and Sterope—which are Greek for thunder and lightning, respectively, as Zebstrika's species in Japanese can be translated as the "Thunder and Lightning Pokémon."

Name origin
Zebstrika may be a combination of  and strike. It may also be combined with a corruption of eléctrica (Spanish for feminine electric).

Zebraika may be a combination of zebra and 雷火 raika (flash of lightning).