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Best 3-Energy Lightning attacks in Standard
52 Lightning attacks in the 2026–27 Standard format cost exactly 3 Energy; 50 of them print a damage number, averaging 129. This is the sweet spot for many main attackers.
- Attacks
- 52
- Top damage
- 300
- Average
- 129
Hardest hitters
Best on single-Prize Pokémon
Same cost, but only 1 Prize card if they get Knocked Out.
| Pokémon | Type | Attack | Damage | HP | Prizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxray Perfect Order | Lightning | Strong Volt LCC | 200 | 150 | 1 |
| Zapdos Twilight Masquerade | Lightning | Thunderbolt LLC | 190 | 120 | 1 |
| Kilowattrel Surging Sparks | Lightning | Storm Bolt LLC | 160 | 120 | 1 |
| Raichu Ascended Heroes | Lightning | Strong Volt LLC | 150 | 130 | 1 |
| Toxtricity 30th Celebration | Lightning | Thunderous Bolt LCC | 150 | 140 | 1 |
| Lanturn Stellar Crown | Lightning | Thunderous Bolt LCC | 140 | 120 | 1 |
| Miraidon 30th Celebration | Lightning | Electro Drift LLC | 140 | 120 | 1 |
| Team Rocket's Ampharos Destined Rivals | Lightning | Head Bolt LCC | 140 | 140 | 1 |
| Bellibolt Twilight Masquerade | Lightning | Electric Ball LLC | 130 | 140 | 1 |
| Tapu Koko Ascended Heroes | Lightning | Thunder Blast LLC | 130 | 120 | 1 |
Damage is the number printed on the card. Attacks marked + or × can do more, and Abilities, Tools and Stadiums can change the maths — always read the card. Energy letters: G Grass, R Fire, W Water, L Lightning, P Psychic, F Fighting, D Darkness, M Metal, N Dragon, C Colorless (any Energy).
Other costs: 1-Energy Lightning · 2-Energy Lightning · 4-Energy Lightning · all Energy-cost lists · why Energy cost matters
Questions people ask
What is the strongest 3-Energy Lightning attack in Standard?
Pikachu ex's Topaz Bolt, with 300 printed damage.
How much damage does an average 3-Energy Lightning attack do?
About 129, across 50 attacks with printed damage.
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