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Thunder (element)

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Thunder (サンダー, Sandā?), also calledLightning (, Kaminari?), is a recurring element that appears in theKingdom Hearts series. The Thunder element is associated with theLightning material and theElectrify status effect.

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Kingdom Hearts[edit]

Attacks and abilities[edit]

Party members[edit]

AttackTypeDescription
Thunder PotionCombat AbilityUse potions packed with Thunder power. [Special attack. Cost: 1 MP.]
Bolts of SorrowCombat AbilityCall lightning down to shock enemies. [Special attack. Cost: 1 MP.]
ThunderMagicCalls bolts of lightning to the target area.
Consumes 1 MP.
ThundaraMagicCalls a powerful lightning storm to the target area.
Consumes 1 MP.
ThundagaMagicCalls a great maelstrom of lightning storm to the target area.
Consumes 1 MP.
Showtime: ThunderSummon Ability

Enemies

EnemyAttackDescription
Yellow OperaRush Attack (突進攻撃,
Tosshin Kōgeki
?)
Charges its body with electricity and lunges.
Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Drops lightning above the opponent's head.
AquatankThundara (サンダラ,
Sandara
?)
Charges antenna with electricity and strikes nearby allies and enemies with lightning.
WizardRandom Thundara (ランダムサンダラ,
Randamu Sandara
?)
Charges self with electricity and drops lightning around itself.
Angel StarThunderbolt (サンダーボルト,
Sandāboruto
?)
Fires three lightning bullets from its lower body.
Pot CentipedeShock Antenna (電撃触角,
Dengeki Shokkaku
?)
Swings its electrified antennae.
JafarThundara (サンダラ,
Sandara
?)
Jafar shoots a beam from his staff.
Jafar (Genie)Thundara (サンダラ,
Sandara
?)
Fires a beam from his eyes.
Ursula (Second battle)Trident Thunder (トライデントサンダー,
Toraidento Sandā
?)
Summons lightning directly above Sora.
Trident Thunder Breath (トライデントサンダーブレス,
Toraidento Sandā Buresu
?)
Shoots lightning from mouth.
Trident Thunder Special (トライデントサンダースペシャル,
Toraidento Sandā Supesharu
?)
Summons lightning around self.
MaleficentThundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Summons a purple thundercloud overhead that shoots lightning.
FaceSingle-fire Thunder (単発サンダー,
Tanpatsu Sandā
?)
Summons lightning above Sora's head.
Rapid-fire Thunder (連発サンダー,
Renpatsu Sandā
?)
Narrows its eyes, then opens them, summoning lightning around itself.
Omnidirectional Spark (全方位スパーク,
Zenhōi Supāku
?)
Opens its mouth after looking up, releasing electricity around itself.
Black Ballade[KH I FM]Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Kurt ZisaThundara Ball (サンダラボール,
Sandara Bōru
?)
Lightning bullets appear from the ground and fly towards the opponent.
Thundaga Ball (サンダガボール,
Sandaga Bōru
?)
One large lightning bullet appears from the ground and flies towards the opponent.
Unknown[KH I FM]Spark Wall (スパークウォール,
Supāku Wōru
?)
Xemnas summons a wall in front of him that repels attacks.
Counter Attack (Right Blade) (カウンター攻撃(右手ブレード),
Kauntā Kōgeki (Migite Burēdo)
?)
Xemnas slashes while spinning to the right.
Counter Attack (Left Blade) (カウンター攻撃(左手ブレード),
Kauntā Kōgeki (Hidarite Burēdo)
?)
Xemnas slashes while spinning to the left.
Spark Bomb (スパークボム,
Supāku Bomu
?)
Xemnas fires two blue and white orbs forward.
Spark Shot (Blue) (スパークショット(青),
Supāku Shotto (Ao)
?)
Xemnas fires a small blue orb at the opponent.
Spark Shot (Red) (スパークショット(赤),
Supāku Shotto (Aka)
?)
Xemnas fires a small red orb at the opponent.
Dual Blade (Blade) (二刀流攻撃(ブレード),
Nitōryū Kōgeki (Burēdo)
?, lit. "Dual-Wield Attack (Blade)")
Xemnas slashes with a sword in both hands while spinning.
Dual Blade (Finish) (二刀流攻撃(フィニッシュ),
Nitōryū Kōgeki (Finisshu)
?, lit. "Dual-Wield Attack (Finish)")
Xemnas gets on his knees and sweeps the opponent off his feet with a sword in both hands.
Laser Shower (レーザーシャワー,
Rēzā Shawā
?)
Xemnas wraps himself in a blue and white orb, and fires lasers around him.

Weakness and Resistance[edit]

Party members[edit]

Several accessories provide Thunder Resistance when equipped.

EquipmentThunder ResistanceDescription
Thunder Ring+20%Reduces lightning damage by 20% and slightly raises Defense. Equip more to boost effect.
Thundara Ring+20%Reduces lightning damage by 20% and raises Defense. Equip more to boost effect.
Thundaga Ring+20%Reduces lightning damage by 20% and significantly raises Defense. Equip more to boost effect.
Element Ring+20%Reduces fire, ice, and lightning damage by 20% and raises Defense. Equip more to boost effect.
Three Stars+20%Reduces fire, ice, and lightning damage by 20% and significantly raises Defense. Equip more to boost effect.
Holy Circlet+20%Reduces fire, ice, and lightning damage by 20%. Also raises max AP.
Ribbon+20%Reduces all elemental damage by 20%. Equip more to boost effect.
Thundagun Band[KH I FM]+20%Reduces lightning damage by 20%, and raises Strength and Defense. Equip more to boost effect.
Royal Crown[KH I FM]+20%Reduces fire, ice, and lightning damage by 20%. Raises max MP, but reduces Strength.
Ramuh Belt[KH I FM]+40%Reduces lightning damage by 40%, and raises max AP.

Enemies

Most bosses have a x0.50 or higher resistance to Thunder in the original Japanese version. Certain enemies can absorb Thunder attacks.
Resistance
EnemyResistance
Black FungusDeals 1 damage
Rare TruffleDeals 2 damage
Darksidex0.50[1]
Leonx0.50[1]
Guard Armorx0.50[1]
Opposite Armorx0.50[1]
Trickmasterx0.50[1]
Cloudx0.50[1]
Cerberusx0.50[1]
Yuffiex0.50[1]
Herculesx0.01
Rock Titanx0.50[1]
Saborx0.50[1]
Claytonx0.50[1]
Stealth Sneakx0.50[1]
Pot Centipedex0.50[1]
Cave of Wonders Guardianx0.50[1]
Jafarx0.50[1]
Parasite Cagex0.50[1]
The Sharkx0.50[1]
Ursula (Second battle)x0.50[1]
Lock, Shock, and Barrelx0.50[1]
Oogie Boogiex0.25[2]
Shadow Sorax0.50[1]
AntiSorax0.50[1]
Maleficentx0.50[1][3]
Maleficent (Dragon)x0.50[1]
Chernabogx0.25[2]
Ansem, Seeker of Darknessx0.50[1]
World of Chaosx0.50[1]
Facex0.50[1]
Gigas Shadow[KH I FM]x0.50
Stealth Soldier[KH I FM]x0.1
Sniperwild[KH I FM]x0.50
Neoshadow[KH I FM]x0.50
Jet Balloon[KH I FM]x0.25
Ice Titanx0.50
Immunity
EnemyResistance
Yellow OperaAbsorbs
Green RequiemAbsorbs
WizardAbsorbs
Angel StarAbsorbs
Behemothx0
Destroyed Behemoth[KH I FM]x0
Arch Behemoth[KH I FM]x0
Queen of Heartsx0[4]
Jafar (Genie)x0[2]
Ursula (First battle)x0[2]
Oogie's Manorx0
Captain Hookx0
Rikux0
Black Ballade[KH I FM]x0
Grand Ghost[KH I FM]x0
Missile Diver[KH I FM]x0
Pink Agaricus[KH I FM]x0[5]
Sephirothx0
Unknown[KH I FM]x0

Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories[edit]

Attacks and abilities[edit]

Party members[edit]

Several Thunder-based abilities can be used inKingdom Hearts Chain of Memories. While under the effect ofThunder Boost, Thunder attacks deal 50% more damage.

AttackTypeDescription
SpellbinderAttack CardA special attack card with lightning-based attacks.
Photon Debugger[KH Re:CoM]Attack CardA special attack card with lightning-based attacks.
ThunderMagic CardMagic that deals lightning damage. Stock two cards for Thundara and three cards for Thundaga.
ThundaraMagic SleightShock the opposition with powerful lightning magic.
ThundagaMagic SleightFry the opposition with supreme lightning magic.
Thunder RaidMagic SleightHurl the Keyblade and inflict lightning damage.
GenieSummon CardGenie casts Thundara, Gravira or Stopra. Stock more than one and Genie will cast multiple spells.
Showtime Lv2Summon SleightGenie randomly casts two spells chosen from Gravira, Thundara, and Stopra.
Showtime Lv3Summon SleightGenie randomly casts three spells chosen from Gravira, Thundara, and Stopra.
Magic Lv1 (Thunder only)Friend CardDonald randomly casts Fire, Blizzard, Thunder, or Cure. Stock more than one to power up Donald's magic.[KH CoM]
Donald randomly casts two spells from Fire, Blizzard, Thunder, or Cure. Stock more than one to power up Donald's magic.[KH Re:CoM]
Magic Lv2 (Thundara only)Friend SleightDonald double-casts Fira, Blizzara, Thundara, or Cura.
Magic Lv3 (Thundaga only)Friend SleightDonald double-casts Firaga, Blizzaga, Thundaga, or Curaga.
Surprise! Lv1 (Thunder only)Friend CardJack casts Fire, Blizzard, Thunder, or Gravity. Stock more than one to power up Jack's magic.[KH CoM]
Jack casts Fire, Blizzard, Thunder, or Gravity. Stock more than one and Jack will cast multiple, more powerful spells.[KH Re:CoM]
Surprise! Lv2 (Thundara only)Friend SleightJack double-casts Fira, Blizzara, Thundara, or Gravira
Surprise! Lv3 (Thundaga only)Friend SleightJack triple-casts Firaga, Blizzaga, Thundaga, or Graviga.

Enemies

EnemyAttackDescription
Yellow OperaRush Attack (突進攻撃,
Tosshin Kōgeki
?)
The Yellow Opera rises while covered in electricity, then swoops forward with a body slam.
Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
The Yellow Opera calls down a thunderbolt on the opponent's location.
WizardThundara (サンダラ,
Sandara
?)
[KH CoM]
Lights up its staff and summons thunderbolts in a wide area in front.
Random Thundara (ランダムサンダラ,
Randamu Sandara
?)
[KH Re:CoM]
Jafar (Genie)Beam (ビーム,
Bīmu
?)
Fires a beam from his eyes. If the footholds are the same height, the beam will move forward along the footholds.[KH CoM]
Only used when the opponent is far. Fires a ray of light from his eyes that follows the opponent for about 4 seconds. The ray can be avoided by hiding behind a step.[KH Re:CoM]
Anger Beam (怒りビーム,
Ikari Bīmu
?)
[KH Re:CoM]
Used immediately after lowering all footholds. Fires a ray of light from his eyes that follows the opponent for about 8 seconds.
UrsulaTrident Thunder (トライデントサンダー,
Toraidento Sandā
?)
Summons a blue-white light above the opponent's head, and after about 0.5 seconds, drops a lightning bolt from the light.[KH CoM]
Summons 3 lightning strikes in a row directly above the opponent's head. When Ursula's HP falls below 40%, the number of lightning strikes increases to 5. The lightning strikes are difficult to avoid, unless pressingSquare the moment the lightning strikes.[KH Re:CoM]
Trident Thunder Breath (トライデントサンダーブレス,
Toraidento Sandā Buresu
?)
Only used when HP is low. Moves while shooting lightning from mouth. Hits multiple times.[KH CoM]
Only used when Ursula's HP falls below 70%. Takes a deep breath, then exhales a beam of electricity for 4 seconds as it follows the opponent.[KH Re:CoM]
LarxeneAngry Rush (アングリーラッシュ,
Angurī Rassu
?)
[6]
Used when Larxene's HP is low. Larxene strikes four times before summoning a thunderbolt. The attack stops if Larxene misses or the attack is negated.[KH CoM]
Replaces Continuous Attack when Larxene's HP is less than 50%. Larxene strikes four times before jumping in the air and summoning thunderbolts. As the attacks are delivered fast, it is impossible to escape during the attack.[KH Re:CoM]
Thundara (サンダラ,
Sandara
?)
Used when Larxene has a lot of HP. Larxene summons multiple lightning strikes at Sora's location.[KH CoM]
Larxene summons multiple lightning strikes at Sora's location. Difficult to dodge.[KH Re:CoM]
Lightning Bolt (ライトニングボルト,
Raitoningu Boruto
?)
[KH CoM]
Larxene discharges electricity from her hands. When it hits, it lifts Sora from the ground, stunning him and dealing continuous damage.
Knife Throw (ナイフスロー,
Naifu Surō
?)
[KH Re:CoM]
Larxene throws 4 knives forwards twice. Occassionally, she rolls back before throwing the first set of knives. The knives spread out, but can't hit Sora when jumping.
Mega Volt (メガヴォルト,
Mega Voruto
?)
[KH Re:CoM]
Larxene throws 8 knives into the ground, and summons lightning over a wide area. The lightning can hit 2-3 times.
Blade Storm (ブレイドストーム,
Bureido Sutōmu
?)
[KH Re:CoM]
Only used during the second battle. 8 electric shocks are spread along the arena. If one hits Sora, he gets lifted in the air and receives damage 4 times at 1-second intervals. If the attack is not broken, Sora will be stunned at the end.

Weakness and Resistance[edit]

Party members[edit]

Certain Enemy Card effects provide a temporary resistance to Lightning attacks, while others cause you to be stunned when hit by a Lightning attack.

Resistance
AbilityEnemy CardDescription
Second ChanceCaptain HookRetain 1 HP after a critical hit, provided you have 2 or more HP left.
Resistant to lightning
Stunned by fire[KH CoM]

Retains 1 HP after a critical hit, provided you have 2 or more HP left.
Resistant to lightning, but stunned by fire.[KH Re:CoM]
Sleight LockRiku ReplicaKeeps cards used in sleights available for reloading.
Resistant to fire, ice, and lightning.
SleightblindAnsemConceal your stocked cards from opponents.
-Resistant to fire, ice, and lightning[KH CoM]

Grants Sora resistance to certain elements.
Resistant to fire, ice, and lightning.[KH Re:CoM]
Quick Barrier[KH Re:CoM]XemnasWhen receiving consecutive attacks, guards beyond the second strike.
Resistant to fire, ice, lightning, and special attacks.
Shot Charge[KH Re:CoM]XigbarPowers up missile attacks such as Strike Raid and Fire.
Resistant to fire, ice, lightning, and special attacks.
Aero Guard[KH Re:CoM]XaldinActivates Aero for a set time, inflicting damage to enemies who touch it.
Resistant to fire, ice, lightning, and special attacks.
Warp BreakLexaeusObliterate enemies with the finishing blow of a combo with a high success rate.
Immune to ice, and resistant to physical attacks, but weak against special attacks.
Confu-Strike[KH Re:CoM]ZexionCauses attacks to confuse enemy at a certain rate.
Resistant to fire, ice, lightning, and special attacks.
Combo Boost[KH Re:CoM]SaïxBoosts power with every strike with an attack card. Returns to normal when a card is broken.
Resistant to fire, ice, lightning, and special attacks.
Water Charge[KH Re:CoM]DemyxDramatically boosts power of ice-based attacks, such as Aqua Splash and Blizzard.
Immune to ice, and resistant to lightning, and special attacks[7]
Resistant to fire, ice, lightning, and special attacks.[8]
Omni Break[KH Re:CoM]LuxordBreaks enemy's card no matter what the value.
Resistant to fire, ice, lightning, and special attacks.
Double SleightMarluxiaUse stocked cards and sleights twice in a row.
Resistant to fire, ice, lightning, and special attacks, but weak against physical attacks.
DashLarxeneIncrease running speed.
Immune to lightning
Weak against special attacks[KH CoM]

Increases running speed.
Immune to lightning, but weak against special attacks.[KH Re:CoM]

Enemies

Certain bosses can get stunned by Blizzard attacks when using Enemy Cards.
Resistance
EnemyResistance
Red Nocturnex0.50
Blue Rhapsodyx0.50
Black Fungusx0.50[KH CoM]
Guard Armorx0.50
Jafar (Genie)x0.50
Cloudx0.50
Trickmasterx0.50
Parasite Cagex0.50
Oogie Boogiex0.50
Ursulax0.50
Maleficent (Dragon)x0.50
Darksidex0.50
Axelx0.50
Riku Replicax0.50
Vexenx0.50
Marluxiax0.50
Marluxia (Second Form)x0.50
Marluxia (Third Form)[KH Re:CoM]x0.50
Lexaeusx0.50
Zexion[KH Re:CoM]x0.50
Zexion's Lexicons[KH Re:CoM]x0.50
Ansem, Seeker of Darknessx0.50
Weakness
EnemyWeakness
Sea NeonStunned
Immunity
EnemyResistance
Yellow OperaAbsorbs
Green RequiemAbsorbs
AquatankAbsorbs
ScrewdiverAbsorbs
WizardAbsorbs
Hadesx0
Captain Hookx0
LarxeneAbsorbs

Kingdom Hearts II[edit]

Attacks and abilities[edit]

TheThunder Boost ability increases damage from Thunder attacks by 20% for each ability installed.

Party members[edit]

AttackTypeDescription
Donald ThunderAction AbilityCall down a bombardment of lightning bolts on your target! MP Cost: 10
Bolts of SorrowAction AbilityConjures a barrage of thunderbolts to continually strike opponents. MP Cost: 10
Pulsing ThunderAction AbilityReleases electricity to attack nearby enemies. MP Cost: 10
ThunderMagicMP Cost: 15[KH II]/18[KH II FM]
ThundaraMagicMP Cost: 15[KH II]/18[KH II FM]
ThundagaMagicMP Cost: 15[KH II]/18[KH II FM]

Enemies

EnemyAttackDescription
BookmasterThunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Eight thunderbolts appear over the opponent and rain down on them sequentially.
Bolt TowerCatch Laser (キャッチレーザー,
Kyatchi Rēzā
?)
Captures and holds opponent with laser for three seconds, then deals damage ten times in succession.
Flash (フラッシュ,
Furasshu
?)
Emits a flash of light from the antenna at its top.
StraferLaser (レーザー,
Rēzā
?)
Fires a short-range laser.
Homing Beam (ホーミングビーム,
Hōmingu Bīmu
?)
Fires a ring-shaped beam that follows an opponent.
DevastatorRapid-Fire Shot (ショット連射,
Shotto Rensha
?)
Hovers in mid-air and shoots six orbs in succession.
Proto Cannon (プロットキャノン,
Purotto Kyanon
?)
Shoots three homing orbs simultaneously.
Electron Ball (エレクトロンボール,
Erekutoron Bōru
?)
Hovers forward and shoots homing orbs.
Transform (変形,
Henkei
?)
Transforms while discharging electricity.
Oogie BoogieThunder Gimmick (サンダーギミック,
Sandā Gimikku
?)
Lightning rains down from under forward-moving lifts.
ScarThunder Change (モードチェンジ(雷),
Mōdo Chenji (Kaminari)
?, lit. "Mode Change (Thunder)")
Body is enveloped in electricity.
Thunder Attack (雷攻撃,
Kaminari Kōgeki
?)
Unleashes electricity around himself several times in succession.
Hostile ProgramCluster (クラスター,
Kurasutā
?)
Fires projectiles from both hands that chase Sora.
Vulcan (バルカン,
Barukan
?)
Fires a Vulcan cannon randomly, followed up with a concentrated attack when an opponent is hit.
Storm RiderThunder Bomb (雷撃弾,
Raigekidan
?)
Targets Sora and unleashes lightning from its wings.
Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Discharges electricity from its horns that rain down as lightning.
Thunder Beam (サンダービーム,
Sandā Bīmu
?)
Charges electricity in its horns and fires a beam of lightning.
Lightning Wall (雷の壁,
Kaminari no Kabe
?)
Raises two walls of lightning that discharge electricity.
Jafar (Genie)Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Rains down lightning directly above Sora.
GroundshakerShockwave (衝撃波,
Shōgekiha
?)
Stomps on the ground, generating shock waves.
Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Fires lightning from a ball of light, or its mask.
Thunder Punch (サンダーパンチ,
Sandā Panchi
?)
Unleashes two lightning-infused punches, then swings fists downward.
Punch Rush (パンチラッシュ,
Panchi Rasshu
?)
Turns self invisible and approaches opponents, then punches them repeatedly.
Master Control ProgramElectromagnet Field (電磁波,
Denjiha
?)
Surrounds the spinning protective walls with electromagnetic waves.
Sark (Giant)Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Rains down lightning on Sora's location.
Xemnas (First Battle)Spark Wall (スパークウォール,
Supāku Wōru
?)
Raises a wall that deflects frontal attacks.
Deals Thunder damage in Final Mix only.
Xemnas (Armored)Spark Wall (スパークウォール,
Supāku Wōru
?)
Raises a wall that deflects frontal attacks.
Runemaster[KH II FM]Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Ten thunderbolts appear over the opponent and rain down on them sequentially.
Reckless[KH II FM]Electric Discharge (放電,
Hōden
?)
Discharges electricity.
Larxene[KH II FM]Two-Body Rush Slash (2体突進斬り,
2-tai Tosshin Kiri
?)
Larxene releases electricity, vanishes, and performs a rush together with a clone.
Only the Discharge deals Thunder damage.
Rumbling Thunder (鳴雷,
Naruikazuchi
?)
Larxene either summons three thunderbolts directly above Sora, or she summons thunderbolts one after another towards Sora.
Furious Thunder (怒雷,
Dorai
?)
Larxene summons thunder around herself. Used as a counterattack.
Thundercrack (雷轟,
Raigou
?)
While dimming the light, Larxene moves to the center of the arena and releases electricity, before summoning lightning from her hands and slowly spinning around. Then she disappears, and 5 clones rush in from various directions.
Only the Discharge and the lightning deals Thunder damage.
Knife Attack (ナイフ攻撃,
Naifu Kōgeki
?)
One clone disappears, and two attack in close succession. They either strike 1-3 times, jump and strike down while summoning lightning, or rush in and strike in an X-shape.
Only the lightning deals Thunder damage.
Raging Winds (疾風迅雷,
Shippūjinrai
?, lit. "Lightning Speed")
While dimming the light, Larxene and her clone vanish. Then a group of five slashes at Sora in succession, then surround him before rushing in, and Larxene finishes with a dive from above followed by lighting.
Only the lightning deals Thunder damage.
Xemnas's Replica Data[KH II FM]Shot (ショット,
Shotto)
Arranges red lasers in the air and fires them.
Spark Bomb (スパークボム,
Supāku Bomu
?)
Fires two light spheres that explode.
Spark Wall (スパークウォール,
Supāku Wōru
?)
Raises a wall that deflects frontal attacks.
Multi Shot (全方位ショット,
Zenhōi Shotto
?, lit. "Omnidirectional Shot")
Arranges countless red lasers around opponents and fires them.

Weakness and Resistance[edit]

Party members[edit]

Several pieces of armor provide Thunder Resistance when equipped.

EquipmentThunder ResistanceDescription
Thunder Trinket+20%Increases thunder resistance and slightly increases defense.
Thundara Trinket+20%Increases thunder resistance and increases defense.
Thundaga Trinket+20%Increases thunder resistance and greatly increases defense.
Thundagun Trinket+25%Highly increases thunder resistance and greatly increases defense.
Champion Belt+20%Increases fire, blizzard, and thunder resistance.
Abas Chain+20%Increases fire, blizzard, and thunder resistance and slightly increases defense.
Aegis Chain+20%Increases fire, blizzard, and thunder resistance and increases defense.
Acrisius+20%Increases fire, blizzard, and thunder resistance and greatly increases defense.
Acrisius++25%Highly increases fire, blizzard, and thunder resistance and greatly increases defense.
Cosmic Chain+30%Greatly increases fire, blizzard, and thunder resistance and greatly increases defense.
Petite Ribbon+10%Slightly increases all resistances and extremely increases defense.
Ribbon+20%[KH II]
+15%[KH II FM]
Increases all resistances and extremely increases defense.
Grand Ribbon[KH II FM]+25%Highly increases all resistances and extremely increases defense.
Shock Charm[KH II FM]+40%Extremely increases thunder resistance and defense.
Shock Charm +[KH II FM]+40%Extremely increases thunder resistance and defense, and also increases damage done by thunder-based attacks by 20%.

Enemies

InKingdom Hearts II Final Mix, theOrganization XIII Replica Data has the same resistance as the regular battle orAbsent Silhouette unless specified.
Resistance
EnemyResistance
Emerald Bluesx0.50
Crimson Jazzx0.50
Fiery Globex0.50
Icy Cubex0.50
Shamanx0.50
Twilight Thornx0.50
Shan-Yux0.50
Thresholder & Possessorx0.50
Shadow Stalkerx0.50
Dark Thornx0.50
Cerberusx0.50
Hydrax0.50
Pete?x0.50
Petex0.50
Captain Barbossax0.75
Illuminatorx0.50
Prison Keeperx0.50
Blizzard Lord and Volcanic Lordx0.50
Oogie Boogiex0.25
Shenzi, Banzai, and Edx0.50
Scarx0.50
Hostile Programx0.50
Demyxx0.50
Mysterious Manx0.50
Xaldinx0.50
Grim Reaperx0.75
Hadesx0.50
Jafar (Genie)x0.50
Lock, Shock, and Barrelx0.50
The Experimentx0.50
Groundshakerx0.50
Sarkx0.50
MCPx0.50
Leonx0.50
Tifax0.50
Herculesx0.50
Xigbarx0.25
Luxordx0.50
Saïxx0.50
Xemnas (First battle)x0.50
Energy Corex0.50
Spring Metal[KH II FM]x0.50
Necromancer[KH II FM]x0.50
Zexion[KH II FM]x0.50
Zexion's Book[KH II FM]x0.50
Vexen[KH II FM]x0.50
Lexaeus[KH II FM]x0.50
Marluxia[KH II FM]x0.50
Roxas[KH II FM]x0.25
Luxord's Replica Data[KH II FM]x0.15
Lingering Will[KH II FM]x0.50
Weakness
EnemyWeakness
Undead Pirate Ax2.50
Undead Pirate Bx2.50
Undead Pirate Cx2.50
Clone Sora[KH II FM]x1.50
Immunity
EnemyResistance
Silver Rockx0
Bookmasterx0
Lance Soldierx0
Bolt Towerx0
Gargoyle Knightx0
Gargoyle Warriorx0
Sorcererx0
Storm Riderx0
Cloudx0
Yuffiex0
Sephirothx0
Runemaster[KH II FM]x0
Lance Warrior[KH II FM]x0
Camo Cannon[KH II FM]x0
Reckless[KH II FM]x0
Larxene[KH II FM]x0
Xemnas's Replica Data[KH II FM]x0
Vexen's Shield[KH II FM]x0

Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days[edit]

InKingdom Hearts 358/2 Days, the Lightning element has two sides. Party members can use Lightning-type attacks to inflict Lightning-type damage, which enemies can resist. Enemies can use Lightning-type attacks to inflict theJolt status effect, which party members can resist.

Attacks and abilities[edit]

Party members[edit]

AttackTypeDescription
ThunderMagicMagic that rains down a row of lightning bolts. Jolt enemies to set them up for additional damage.
ThundaraMagicMagic that hits a broad area with many lightning bolts. Jolt enemies to set them up for additional damage.
ThundagaMagicMagic that strikes a foe directly with lightning. Jolt enemies to set them up for additional damage.

Enemies

EnemyAttackJolt ChanceDescription
Yellow OperaHeadbutt (頭突き,
Zudzuki
?)
10%Charges at the enemy while emitting electricity from its head.
Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
70%Summons a bolt of lightning that appears directly above the target after a delay.
Blitz SpearStored Slash (タメ斬り,
Tame Kiri
?)
100%Charges up energy, then stabs forward. Will be knocked over if the stab is blocked. Deals contact damage while charging.
Jump Attack (ジャンプ攻撃,
Janpu Kōgeki
?)
100%Jumps up high in the air and then lands on top of the target, creating a shockwave and raining down lightning upon impact.
InvisibleAngry Lightning Strike (怒りの落雷
Ikari no Rakurai
?)
100%Causes lightning to strike around itself after being stunned.
OrcusAngry Lightning Strike (怒りの落雷
Ikari no Rakurai
?)
100%Causes lightning to strike around itself after being stunned.
Infernal EngineBow Attack (弓攻撃,
Yumi Kōgeki
?)
20%The Infernal Engine's Archer shoots an arrow, creating a homing marker over the target where the arrow then lands shortly after.

Weakness and Resistance[edit]

Party members[edit]

Unlike in other games, Lightning Resistance does not reduce the damage from Lightning-type attacks, but lowers the chance of beingJolted. Larxene has an innate resistance to Lightning, while some Ring Panels provide Lightning Resistance when equipped.

Lightning Resistance
LV 1-9LV 10-19LV 20-29LV 30-39LV 40-49LV 50-59LV 60-69LV 70-79LV 80-89LV 90+
Larxene10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
EquipmentLightning ResistanceDescription
Thunder Charm+30%
Full Circle+20%
Might Crown+10%
Master's Circle+100%
Stolen Thunder+100%

Enemies

Resistance
EnemyResistance
Shadowx0.60
Scarlet Tangox0.90
Sapphire Elegyx0.86
Pink Concertox0.40
Emerald Serenadex0.28
Poison Plantx0.33
Storm Bombx0.80
Detonatorx0.70
Bulky Vendorx0.60
Rare Vendorx0.60
Guardianx0.60
Destroyerx0.68
Deserterx0.60
Sergeantx0.56
Commanderx0.25
Large Armorx0.52
Clay Armorx0.90
Solid Armorx0.58
Land Armorx0.20
Morning Starx0.43
Spiked Crawlerx0.32
Icy Cubex0.65
Switch Launcherx0.90
Jumbo Cannonx0.86
Carrier Ghostx0.25
Living Podx0.45
Dual Bladex0.52
Snapper Dogx0.83
Bully Dogx0.68
Cymbal Monkeyx0.72
Tricky Monkeyx0.75
Shadow Globx0.90
Neoshadowx0.60
Novashadowx0.53
Tailbunkerx0.45
Wavecrestx0.68
Phantomtailx0.43
Windstormx0.51
Dustflierx0.03
Lurk Lizardx0.40
Guard Armorx0.33
Powered Armorx0.28
Aerial Masterx0.51
Artful Flyerx0.60
Sky Grapplerx0.45
Duskx0.60
Samuraix0.41
Darksidex0.25
Dark Followerx0.28
Petex0.31
Lock, Shock, and Barrelx0.30
Antlionx0.23
Infernal Enginex0.16
Crimson Pranksterx0.20
Veil Lizardx0.50
Xigbarx0.59
Saïxx0.24
Xion (First form)x0.15
Xion (Second form)x0.15
Xion (Third form)x0.13
Xion (Final form)x0.05
Rikux0.14
Weakness
EnemyWeakness
Gigas Shadowx1.20
Striped Ariax3.00
Turquoise Marchx1.80
Dire Plantx1.20
Possessorx1.20
Massive Possessorx1.80
Watcherx1.80
Minute Bombx1.10
Skater Bombx1.50
Soldierx1.80
Loudmouthx1.70
Flare Notex1.40
Bubble Beatx2.40
Barrier Masterx2.28
Bad Dogx1.50
Air Battlerx1.80
Li'l Cannonx4.20
Ice Cannonx1.05
Hover Ghostx1.80
Tentaclawx1.10
Immunity
EnemyResistance
Yellow OperaAbsorbs
Ice Plantx0
Snowy Crystalx0
Scorching Spherex0
Zip Slasherx0
Heat Saberx0
Chill Ripperx0
Blitz SpearAbsorbs
Stalwart BladeAbsorbs
InvisibleAbsorbs
OrcusAbsorbs
Avalanchex0
Leechgravex0
Ruler of the Skyx0

Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep[edit]

Attacks and abilities[edit]

Party members[edit]

TheThunder Boost ability raises the damage dealt with Thunder attacks by 10% for each Thunder Boost installed, up to a maximum of 3.

AttackTypeDescription
Ramuh's JudgmentFinish CommandFour hit combo that deals Thunder-type damage. Can add up to two hits by tapping buttons when prompted.
Thunder SurgeAttack CommandCloak yourself in electricity and rush the enemy, stunning foes on contact.
ThunderMagic CommandStrike surrounding enemies from above with lightning that shocks other nearby foes if it connects.
ThundaraMagic CommandStrike surrounding enemies from above with stronger lightning that shocks other nearby foes if it connects.
ThundagaMagic CommandStrike surrounding enemies from above with even stronger lightning that shocks other nearby foes if it connects.
Thundaga ShotMagic CommandBlast enemies head-on with a bolt of lightning that shocks other nearby foes if it connects.
Voltage StackFriendship CommandTeam up with friends and jolt enemies with electricity. Line up your markers with the analog stick to trigger an explosion.
Thunder RollMovement CommandCloak yourself in electricity and quickly roll out of harm's way. Enemies take damage on contact.
ThunderstormShotlockLaunch a single salvo of electric blasts. Even one blast by itself packs a significant punch.
Thunderbolt: Surge
Thunderbolt: Thunderbolt
Command StyleA swift Command Style that unleashes powerful lightning upon attacks.

Enemies

EnemyAttackDescription
Triple WreckerThundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Used when the yellow face is in the center. Drops lightning.
Yellow MustardThunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Drops lightning on the opponent's head.
Lightning Speed (電光石火,
Denkōsekka
?)
Lunges quickly while surrounded by electricity.
Bolt Charge (ボルトチャージ,
Boruto Chāji
?)
Chases opponent while surrounded by electricity.
MaleficentThunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Shoots lightning from her staff.
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Summons multiple lightingbolts.
Experiment 221Lightning Speed (電光石火,
Denkōsekka
?)
After emitting electricity, unleashes an ultrafast body strike 2-3 times.
Discharge (放電,
Hōden
?)
Shoots electric bullets in 6 directions. The bullets travel in a straight line, but will curve towards a nearby opponent.
MetamorphosisThundaga Shower (サンダガシャワー,
Sandaga Shawā
?)
Summons lightning one after another while moving directly above the opponent.
Master XehanortThundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Summons powerful lightning around the opponent.

Weakness and Resistance[edit]

Party members[edit]

TheThunder Screen ability lowers the damage taken from Thunder attacks by 20% for each Thunder Screen installed, up to a maximum of 2.

Enemies

Resistance
EnemyResistance
Blue Sea Saltx0.75
Red Hot Chilix0.75
Vile Phialx0.75
Triple Wrecker (Yellow)x0.75
Wild Bruiserx0.75
Yellow Mustardx0.50
Mandrakex0.75
Glidewinder (Yellow)x0.75
Blobmobx0.75
Symphony Master's Drumx0.50
Hadesx0.75
Ice Colossusx0.75
Vanitas Remnantx0.25
Weakness
EnemyWeakness
Sonic Blasterx1.25
Glidewinder (Blue)x1.50
Mad Treantx1.50

Kingdom Hearts Re:coded[edit]

Attacks and abilities[edit]

Party members[edit]

The amount of damage dealt with Thunder-type attacks can be increased by installingThunder chips.

AttackTypeDescription
Thunder EdgeAttack CommandWrap your Keyblade in lightning, then bash foes with a powerful jumping attack.
Spark DashAttack CommandWrap yourself in lightning, then hit faraway enemies with a sliding attack.
Thunder BlastAttack CommandWrap yourself in lightning, then punish surrounding foes with a spinning attack.
Thunder BusterAttack CommandWrap your Keyblade in lightning, then lay into enemies with a powerful charging attack.
Thunder SlamAttack CommandWrap your Keyblade in lightning, then smack foes over the head.
Spark DiveAttack CommandWrap yourself in lightning, then dive at enemies with the Keyblade.
Thunder RaidAttack CommandWrap your Keyblade in lightning, then hurl it toward enemies.
Spark SweepAttack CommandWrap yourself in lightning, then crack down on surrounding foes with a jumping spin attack.
Spark StormAttack CommandWrap yourself in lightning, then deal multiple hits with a somersault attack.
ThunderMagic CommandHit the surrounding area with multiple lightning bolts.
ThundaraMagic CommandHit the surrounding area with multiple lightning bolts.
ThundagaMagic CommandHit the surrounding area with multiple lightning bolts.
Thunder TracerMagic CommandUnleash a wave of lightning bolts that swiftly home in on enemies and deal continual damage.
Pulse TracerMagic CommandUnleash a wave of lightning bolts that slowly home in on enemies and deal continual damage.
Exo SparkMagic CommandDischarge a torrent of electricity that deals continual damage to surrounding foes.
D-ThundaraFinish CommandUse the D-Pad to take aim, then pressA to drop lightning on foes. HoldA to intensify the lightning.
D-ThundagaFinish CommandUse the D-Pad to quickly take aim, then pressA to drop lightning on foes. HoldA to intensify the lightning.
Thunder RainOverlay Command
Thunder SpearOverlay Command
Zeus's SpearCompiled Command

Enemies

EnemyAttackDescription
Yellow OperaThunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
WizardRandom Thundara (ランダムサンダラ,
Randamu Sandara
?)
Swings its staff, summoning 1-3 lightning bolts after about 1 second.
JafarThunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Only used during the second fight. Jafar gathers electricity at the top of his staff, then after 1 second, summons 2-4 lightning bolts at the opponent's location.
PeteD-Thundaga (Dサンダガ,
D Sandaga
?)

Weakness and Resistance[edit]

Party members[edit]

Thunder-type damage can be reduced by installingThunder Resistance chips.

Enemies

Resistance
EnemyResistance
Wizardx0.60
Angel Starx0.80
Eliminatorx0.50
Cloudx0.50
Cerberusx0.50
Rock Titanx0.50
Ice Titanx0.50
Jafar (Genie)x0.20
Petex0.60[9]
Data-Rikux0.60[10]
Sora's Heartless (Neo Darkside)x0.60
Sora's Heartlessx0.50[11]
Data-Roxasx0.60[12]
x0.20[13]
Weakness
EnemyWeakness
Green Requiemx1.40
Wyvernx1.20
Invisiblex1.20
Petex1.20[14]
Immunity
EnemyResistance
Yellow Operax0.00
Hadesx0.00
Behemothx0.00

Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance[edit]

Attacks and abilities[edit]

Party members[edit]

TheThunder Boost ability raises the damage dealt with Thunder attacks by 10% for each Thunder Boost installed, up to a maximum of 3.

AttackTypeDescription
Thunder DashAttack CommandShroud yourself in electricity and punish faraway enemies with a charging attack.
ThunderMagic CommandStrike nearby enemies with lightning. The lightning will jump to other nearby foes if it connects.
ThundaraMagic CommandStrike a larger radius of enemies with lightning. The lightning will jump to other nearby foes if it connects.
ThundagaMagic CommandStrike enemies in a wide radius with lightning. The lightning will jump to other nearby foes if it connects.
Triple PlasmaMagic CommandLaunch three bolts of electricity toward enemies.
Whirling Bronco (Cyber Yog, rapid spin only)Link AttackCrash into enemies astride your Spirit. UseCircle Pad to steer andA to add a spin attack.
Decussation (Lord Kyroo, shock wave only)Link AttackSync up with your Spirit to unleash a series of fast and powerful strikes. PressA to perform each strike.
Equestrian Raid (Electricorn, rush only)Link AttackHitch a ride on your Spirit and charge your enemies. UseCircle Pad to steer andA to add a glide attack.
ThunderstormLink StyleImbue your Keyblade with lightning and punish foes with a flurry of attacks.

Dream Eaters

Both Spirit and Nightmare Dream Eaters can use these attacks. For Spirits, the available attacks depends on their currentdisposition. Nightmares have access to the same attacks as a Spirit with a Type I disposition.
Dream EaterAttackTypeDescription
ThunderaffeRefract Beam (リフレク光線,
Rifureku Kōsen
?, lit. "Reflect Ray")
Magic CommandShoots a beam of light.
Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Magic Command
Thundara (サンダラ,
Sandara
?)
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Evolved CommandSummons a thunderbolt.
ElectricornLightning Charge (雷チャージ,
Kaminari Chāji
?)
Attack Command
Horn Rush (ツノ突き突進,
Tsuno Tsuki Tosshin
?, lit. "Horn Thrust Rush")
Attack Command
Ikazuchi Prime (イカズチ,
Ikazuchi
?, lit. "Lightning")
Magic Command
Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Magic Command
Thundara (サンダラ,
Sandara
?)
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Evolved CommandSummons a thunderbolt.
JestabockyThundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Evolved CommandSummons a thunderbolt.
Lord KyrooRibbit Combo (ケロコンボ,
Kero Konbo
?)
Attack CommandSlashes downward, sideward, then thrusts multiple times.
Ribbit Blade (ケロブレイド,
Kero Bureido
?)
Attack CommandSlashes downward.
Ribbit Strike (ケロアタック,
Kero Atakku
?, lit. "Ribbit Attack")
Attack CommandSlashes sideward.
Ribbit Spike (ケロニードル,
Kero Nīdoru
?, lit. "Ribbit Needle")
Attack CommandThrusts multiple times.
Ribbit Tornado (ケロトルネド,
Kero Torunedo
?)
Attack CommandRushes at the enemy while spinning.
Ribbit Assault (ケロアサルト,
Kero Asaruto
?)
Attack CommandJumps up and slowly descends before diving down on the enemy.
Electrosphere (エレキボール,
Ereki Bōru
?, lit. "Electric Ball")
Magic CommandFires three orbs of lightning.
Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Magic Command
Thundara (サンダラ,
Sandara
?)
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Evolved CommandSummons a thunderbolt.
Peepsta HooFeather Shuriken (羽手裏剣,
Hana Shuriken
?)
[15]
Attack Command
Flaw Dive (弱点ダイヴ,
Jakuten Daivu
?)
[15]
Attack Command
Thunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Magic Command
Thundara (サンダラ,
Sandara
?)
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Kab KannonMagic Shot (魔法ショット,
Mahō Shotto
?)
(Thunder Shot only)
Magic CommandRandomly uses Fire Shot, Blizzard Shot, or Thunder Shot.
Thunder Shot (雷のショット,
Kaminari no Shotto
?)
Magic Command
KO KabutoMagic Shot (魔法ショット,
Mahō Shotto
?)
(Thunder Shot only)
Magic CommandRandomly uses Fire Shot, Blizzard Shot, or Thunder Shot.
Thunder Shot (雷のショット,
Kaminari no Shotto
?)
Magic Command
Necho CatMusical Bolt (音サンダー,
Oto Sandā
?, lit. "Sound Thunder")
Magic CommandEither shoots one orb that chases the enemy, shoot four spinning orbs, or shoot eight orbs that fly straight ahead.
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Evolved CommandSummons a thunderbolt.
StaggercepsMagic Shot (魔法ショット,
Mahō Shotto
?)
(Thunder Shot only)
Magic CommandRandomly uses Fire Shot, Blizzard Shot, or Thunder Shot.
Thunder Shot (雷のショット,
Kaminari no Shotto
?)
Magic Command
Frootz CatMusical Bolt (音サンダー,
Oto Sandā
?, lit. "Sound Thunder")
Magic CommandEither shoots one orb that chases the enemy, shoot four spinning orbs, or shoot eight orbs that fly straight ahead.
Majik LapinThunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Magic Command
Thundara (サンダラ,
Sandara
?)
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Cyber YogYoggy Flurry (ヤギラッシュ,
Yagi Rasshu
?, lit. "Yoggy Rush")
Attack Command
Yoggy Hook (ヤギフック,
Yagi Fukku
?)
Attack Command
Yoggy Slice (ヤギスライス,
Yagi Suraisu
?)
Attack Command
Hindquarter Kick (俊足アッパー,
Shunsoku Appā
?, lit. "Swift Upper")
Attack CommandJumps over enemy and kicks with its back legs.
Laser Blast (レーザー攻撃,
Rēzā Kōgeki
?, lit. "Laser Attack")
Magic CommandRandomly uses Yoggy Laser, Yoggy Eraser, or Yoggy Beam.
Yoggy Laser (ヤギレーザー,
Yagi Rēzā
?)
Magic Command
Yoggy Eraser (ヤギゲイザー,
Yagi Geizā
?, lit. "Yoggy Gazer")
Magic Command
Yoggy Beam (ヤギビーム,
Yagi Bīmu
?)
Magic Command
Yoggy Strike (ヤギアタック,
Yagi Atakku
?, lit. "Yoggy Attack")
Magic Command
Thundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Evolved CommandSummons a thunderbolt.

Enemies

EnemyAttackDescription
UrsulaThunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Summons lightning strikes in 3 places, one of which is Sora's location.
CommantisDisc Slicer (ディスクスライサー,
Disuku Suraisā
?)
Used when legs are vertical. Releases discs from both sickles that fly in a curve.
Disc Splash (ディスクスプラッシュ,
Disuku Supurasshu
?)
Used when legs are vertical. Releases 4 discs from the back of its legs that fly in a curve.
Wheel Attack (ホイールアタック,
Hoīru Atakku
?)
Used when legs are vertical. Moves to the outer perimeter, and circles around at high speed, attacking with the ribbon it generates.
Disc Shot (ディスクショット,
Disuku Shotto
?)
Used when legs are horizontal. Releases many discs that fly along the ground.
Puppet-broomThunder (サンダー,
Sandā
?)
Makes lightning drop at the opponent's location.
JuliusElectrification Enhancement (帯電強化,
Taiden Kyōka
?)
Electrifies his body, and shoots out numerous lightning bolts. While electrified, his attack power multiplies by 1.3, and various attacks become Thunder-elemental and emit shock waves.

Weakness and Resistance[edit]

Party members[edit]

TheThunder Screen ability lowers the damage taken from Thunder attacks by 10% for each Thunder Screen installed, up to a maximum of 5.

Dream Eaters

Both Spirit and Nightmare Dream Eaters have an innate resistance or weakness to Thunder. For Spirits, their Thunder Resistance can be increased by adding the following Commands when creating a Spirit:
CommandBonus
Thunder DashStrength +2, Thunder Resistance +20
ThunderMagic +1, Thunder Resistance +10
ThundaraMagic +2, Thunder Resistance +15
ThundagaMagic +3, Thunder Resistance +20
Triple PlasmaMagic +4, Thunder Resistance +30
Resistance
EnemyResistance
Komory Batx0.90
Hebby Reppx0.90
Toximanderx0.90
Necho Catx0.85
Wheeflowerx0.80
Lord Kyroox0.50
Woeflowerx0.30
Peepsta Hoox0.95
Cyber Yogx0.60
Jestabockyx0.45
Thunderaffex0.55
Tatsu Blazex0.95
Me Me Bunnyx0.90
Ducky Goosex0.95
Ghostabockyx0.90
Electricornx0.55
Majik Lapinx0.90
Drak Quackx0.90
Frootz Catx0.85
Kab Kannonx0.90
R & R Sealx0.90
Ursa Circusx0.95
Catanuki[KH 3D HD]x0.60
Weakness
EnemyWeakness
Meow Wowx1.05
Tama Sheepx1.20
Yoggy Ramx1.15
Kooma Pandax1.05
Zolephantx1.60
Drill Syex1.10
Escarglowx1.10
KO Kabutox1.10
Sir Kyroox1.45
Fin Fatalex1.50
Tatsu Steedx1.40
Iceguin Acex1.10
Juggle Pupx1.10
Staggercepsx1.10
Chef Kyroox1.10
Cera Terrorx1.05
Tyranto Rexx1.10
Aura Lionx1.15
Pegaslickx1.10
Ryu Dragonx1.10
Keeba Tigerx1.15
Meowjestyx1.05
Sudo Nekux1.10
Beatalike[KH 3D HD]x1.10
Tubguin Ace[KH 3D HD]x1.50

Enemies

Resistance
EnemyResistance
Commantisx0.40
Char Clawbsterx0.80
Spellicanx0.80
Ansem, Seeker of Darkness (Second Form)x0.80
Young Xehanortx0.80
Juliusx0.30
Weakness
EnemyWeakness
Ursula's Tentaclesx1.50
Chill Clawbsterx1.30

Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep -A fragmentary passage-[edit]

Attacks and abilities[edit]

Party members[edit]

AttackTypeDescription
ThundagaMagic
ThundajaGrand Magic
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Kingdom Hearts III[edit]

Attacks and abilities[edit]

Party members[edit]

TheThunder Boost ability raises the damage dealt with Thunder attacks by 20% for each Thunder Boost installed.

AttackTypeDescription
Lea: Attack (Combo)Attack
Unison ThunderAction AbilityTeam up with Donald and strike the enemy with lightning. (Combo finisher: near Donald)
Lightning CircleAction AbilityRaise your shield and strike the area with lightning. (Combo finisher)
Wrathful FistAction AbilityAfter charging your shield with Shield Charge, select Attack to hammer your foes with a giant fist and send them flying.
Wrathful FlurryAction AbilityAfter fully charging your shield with Shield Charge, select Attack to hammer foes repeatedly with a giant fist and send them flying.
Donald ThunderAction AbilityStrike the enemy with lightning. MP Cost: 15
ThunderMagicStrike targets with lightning, electrifying foes and making them harmful to other enemies.
Costs 14 MP.
ThundaraMagicStrike a narrow radius with lightning, electrifying foes and making them harmful to other enemies.
Costs 20 MP.
ThundagaMagicStrike a wide radius with lightning, electrifying foes and making them harmful to other enemies.
Costs 28 MP.
Sea-ThunderMagic
ThundazaGrand Magic
Counter Shield: Keyblade Transformation Attack
Counter Shield: Shield Horizontal Rush
Counter Shield: Shield Forward Throw
Counter Shield: Finish
Formchange
Heroic Swing: Finish (Electric Shock only)Team Attack
Plasma Encounter: Plasma Link
Plasma Encounter: Finish
Link Summon

Enemies

EnemyAttackDescription
Gold BeatThunder Shot (サンダーショット,
Sandā Shotto
?)
Scatters many lightning orbs forward; if one hits the ground or a wall, it discharges electricity and vanishes. The orbs attack has a 100% chance to inflict the Electrify status effect for 10 seconds.
Thunder Whip (サンダーウィップ,
Sandā Wippu
?)
Transforms its sigil into two whips and swings them.
Sea SpriteShocking Rush (ビリビリ突進,
Biribiri Tosshin
?)
Illuminates its whole body and rams opponents. Has a 100% chance to Electrify the target for 10 seconds. Only used while yellow.
NinjaCombo Kunai (連撃クナイ,
Rengeki Kunai
?)
[16]
Throws seven kunai in succession.
Reverse Thunder (リバースサンダー,
Ribāsu Sandā
?)
Floats in the air and discharges electricity around itself.
Supreme SmasherPlasma (プラズマ,
Purazuma
?)
Unleashes five lightning bolts above its head as it chases its opponents forward.
King of ToysElectromagnetic Gun (電磁砲,
Denji-hō
?)
Gathers energy for just under 3 seconds, then fires an electric projectile that generates a forward-moving shockwave when it hits the ground. Used when under 90% HP.
Shock Barrier (ショックバリア,
Shokku Baria
?)
Electrifies its head antenna, then discharges electricity around itself immediately afterward. Used when under 90% HP.
Electromagnetic Tornado (電磁竜巻,
Denji Tatsumaki
?)
Moves around at high speed while within an electrified tornado (charging into opponents up to four times in the process), then moves like a whirlpool toward the centre of the room. Used when under 50% HP.
Lightning AnglerThundaga (サンダガ,
Sandaga
?)
Light gathers at an opponent's position and electricity strikes it; repeated 2–4 times.
CatastrochorusThunderbolt (落雷,
Rakurai
?)
Repeatedly rains down lightning directly overhead on an opponent. Has a 100% chance of inflicting the Electrify status effect for 10 seconds.
Tail Slam (シッポたたきつけ,
Shippo Tatakitsuke
?)
Strikes the ground with its tail, discharging electricity around the impact point.
LichThunder Disc (サンダーディスク,
Sandā Disuku
?)
Shoots six discs of lightning that fly around and spin sideways. Has a 100% chance to inflict the Electrify status effect for 10 seconds. Can be blocked from behind. Used in Toy Box and San Fransokyo.
LarxeneThunder (天雷,
Tenrai
?)
[17]
Larxene jumps forward and slams her arm down, summoning lightning around her.
Thunderclap (迅雷,
Jinrai
?)
[18]
Larxene moves forward while swinging her knives 4 times, then jumps back. If the fourth attack hits or is blocked, she'll jump in the air and throw 8 knives to the ground, which discharge electricity.
Thunder Lion (雷獅子,
Raishishi
?)
[17]
Larxene charges herself with electricity before turning into a lightning ball and zigzag, then turning back to normal and strike twice. After attacking 4-5 times, she'll zigzag once more and summon lightning around her.
XemnasShot (ショット,
Shotto
?)
[19]
Flies around and arranges light projectiles in a circle; once Xemnas finishes this and warps away, each projectile fires one-by-one. Can be blocked from behind.
Replica XehanortSurging Lightning Strike (波状雷撃,
Hajō Raigeki
?)
The sky darkens and lightning begins falling over the area, upon which the Replica Xehanorts coat themselves in lightning and launch a series of rush attacks at the target before surrounding the target and attacking all at once. Can be blocked from behind.
Master XehanortCall Calamity (コール・カラミティ,
Kōru Karamiti
?)
[20]
Releases cold air from the thrown χ-blade, then smashes three fireballs together, and finally looses three lightning strikes on them. The cold air attack has a 100% chance to freeze the target for 3 seconds.

Weakness and Resistance[edit]

Party members[edit]

Several pieces of armor provide Thunder Resistance when equipped. Equipping theThunder Syphon ability allows the user to recover MP when taking Thunder-type damage.

EquipmentThunder ResistanceDescription
Buster Band++10%Grants a huge boost in Defense and a slight boost in all resistances except Dark Resistance.
Cosmic Belt++10%Grants an incredible boost in Defense and a slight boost in all resistances.
Thunder Trinket+20%Grants a small boost in Defense and Thunder Resistance.
Thundara Trinket+25%Grants a moderate boost in Defense and Thunder Resistance.
Thundaga Trinket+30%Grants a large boost in Defense and Thunder Resistance.
Thundaza Trinket+35%Grants a huge boost in Defense and Thunder Resistance.
Thunder Chain+50%Grants a slight boost in Defense and an incredible boost in Thunder Resistance.
Abas Chain+15%Grants a slight boost in Defense and a small boost in all resistances except Dark Resistance.
Aegis Chain+15%Grants a small boost in Defense and all resistances except Dark Resistance.
Acrisius+20%Grants a moderate boost in Defense and a small boost in all resistances except Dark Resistance.
Acrisius++20%Grants a large boost in Defense and a small boost in all resistances except Dark Resistance.
Cosmic Chain+20%Grants a huge boost in Defense and a small boost in all resistances except Dark Resistance.
Petite Ribbon+20%Grants a small boost in Defense and all resistances.
Ribbon+30%Grants a moderate boost in Defense and a large boost in all resistances.
Royal Ribbon+40%Grants a large boost in Defense and a huge boost in all resistances.
Insulator Rosette+20%Grants a small boost in Defense and Thunder Resistance, and a slight boost in Dark Resistance.
Hero's Belt+20%Grants a moderate boost in Defense and a small boost in Thunder, Water, and Aero Resistances.

Enemies

Resistance
EnemyResistance
Neoshadowx0.70
Water Corex0.50
Malachite Bolerox0.70
Pogo Shovelx0.70
Chaos Carriagex0.80
Sea Sprite (Red)x0.70
Ninjax0.50
Berserkerx0.70
Gigas: Power Classx0.75
Gigas: Speed Classx0.75
Gigas: Gunner Classx0.75
Ice Titanx0.70
Lava Titanx0.70
Demon Tower (Red eyes)x0.20
Angelic Amberx0.70
King of Toysx0.50
Grim Guardianessx0.70
Lump of Horror (Normal form)x0.20
Marshmallowx0.70
Sköllx0.70
Lightning Anglerx0.50
Davy Jonesx0.70
Darkubesx0.70
Lich (Toy Box/San Fransokyo)x0.50
Xigbarx0.70
Luxord (Normal)x0.05
Marluxiax0.50
Xionx0.70
Saïxx0.70
Ansem, Seeker of Darknessx0.50
Young Xehanortx0.80
Replica Xehanortx0.20
Master Xehanortx0.70
Dark Infernox0.70
Weakness
EnemyWeakness
Marine Rumbax1.50
Pole Cannonx1.50
Sea Sprite (Blue)x2.00
Spear Lizardx1.50
Tirebladex1.50
Gamblerx1.50
Luxord (Staggered)x1.50
Immunity
EnemyResistance
Gold Beatx0
Sea Sprite (Yellow)x0
Sorcererx0
Catastrochorus's tailx0
Larxenex0
Xemnasx0

Kingdom Hearts Dark Road[edit]

Attacks and abilities[edit]

Party members[edit]

Three accessories raise the damage dealt with Lightning-based attacks.

EquipmentPhysical AidMagical AidDescription
Thunder Belt+5+5Slightly increases Strength and Magic when unleashing a lightning-element attack.
Thundara Belt+8+8Slightly increases Strength and Magic when unleashing a lightning-element attack.
Thundaga Belt+10+10Slightly increases Strength and Magic when unleashing a lightning-element attack.
AttackTypeCardDescription
ThunderMagicYellow Opera
Donald #2
A lightning-elemental magic attack.
Glacial Arrows ThunderPhysicalTerraA powerful lightning-element physical attack.
ThundagaMagicXion
Key Art #5
A powerful fire-element magic attack.
Savage KnivesPhysicalLarxeneA powerful lightning-element physical attack.

Weakness and Resistance[edit]

Party members[edit]

Despite a Lightning Resistance stat being visible on the Accessories screen, there is no way to raise Lightning Resistance.

Enemies

Resistance
Enemy
Yellow Opera
Wizard
High Wizard
Sparkler
Blitz Spear
Darkball
Gigas Shadow
Icy Beast
Ogre
Margoyle
Pumpkin Soldier
Swaying Spook
Furious Reaper
Shiva
Driller Mole
Search Ghost
Earth Gargoyle
Weakness
Enemy
Fat Bandit
Large Body
Air Soldier
Armored Knight
Large Armor
Armored Archer
Red Bandit
Chomper Egg
Morning Star
Eggcognito
Lance Soldier
Aeroplane
Paralysis Archer
Chill Ripper
Defender
Polliwog
Tornado Step
Eliminator
Jack O' Lantern
Nosy Mole
Bad Dog
Immunity
Enemy
Apricot Opera

Origin[edit]

Lightning, also known asThunder andElectric, is a recurring element in theFinal Fantasy series. It is one of the earliest elements introduced, and forms a trifecta with the elements ofFire andIce. Mechanical and aquatic enemies are typically weak to this element. It is usually the opposing element ofWater, but occasionally it can be the opposing element ofPoison and Ice.

Notes and references[edit]

  1. ^abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzOriginal Japanese version only.
  2. ^abcdx0.50 in the original Japanese version.
  3. ^x1.00 for the platform.
  4. ^The Queen of Hearts falls down but takes no damage.
  5. ^Deals 2 damage while under the effect of Stop.
  6. ^Only the thunder deals Lightning damage.
  7. ^Japanese and HD versions.
  8. ^English PS2 version.
  9. ^During the first battle at Hollow Bastion.
  10. ^When fought in the Avatar Sector.
  11. ^Second and third fight only.
  12. ^When fought in Castle Oblivion
  13. ^When fought in the Hollow Bastion System Sector.
  14. ^x0.60 during the first fight at Hollow Bastion.
  15. ^abAfter using Scan on a target weak to Thunder.
  16. ^Only the thrown kunai deal Thunder damage.
  17. ^abOnly the lightning deals Thunder damage.
  18. ^Only the discharge deals Thunder damage.
  19. ^Except during Annihilation.
  20. ^Only the thunderbolt deals Thunder damage.
Elements
Physical -Fire -Blizzard -Thunder -Aero -Water -Light -Dark -Neutral
Stun -Percentage -Stop -Space -Earth -Illusion -Moon -Time -Flower -Rapid-fire