# Raichu - Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Tournament Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Raichu in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Tournament. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Tournament (`championstournaments`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | championstournaments |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championstournaments/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championstournaments/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Tournament Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championstournaments)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/championstournaments](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championstournaments)

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 93.750%
- **Volt Switch**: 62.500%
- **Nuzzle**: 50.000%
- **Encore**: 37.500%
- **Thunderbolt**: 31.250%
- **Protect**: 25.000%
- **Endeavor**: 18.750%
- **Electroweb**: 18.750%
- **Fake Tears**: 18.750%
- **Feint**: 12.500%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 87.500%
- **Static**: 12.500%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 37.500%
- **Sitrus Berry**: 25.000%
- **Shuca Berry**: 12.500%
- **Magnet**: 12.500%
- **Leftovers**: 12.500%

## Common Teammates
- **Garchomp**: 50.000%
- **Pelipper**: 31.250%
- **Charizard**: 31.250%
- **Dragonite**: 25.000%
- **Gyarados**: 25.000%
- **Venusaur**: 25.000%

## FAQ for Raichu in championstournaments-1760

### What are the top moves for Raichu?
The most common moves for Raichu are Fake Out, Volt Switch, Nuzzle, Encore. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Raichu?
Raichu is frequently paired with Garchomp, Pelipper, Charizard, Dragonite. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Raichu?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Raichu?
No EV spread or nature data available.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (87.500%) and the item **Focus Sash** (37.500%).

### What is the most common role for Raichu?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Raichu often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the championstournaments-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Raichu?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 60 |
| Attack | 90 |
| Defense | 55 |
| Sp. Atk | 90 |
| Sp. Def | 80 |
| Speed | 110 |
| **BST** | **485** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Raichu on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championstournaments/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Tournament Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championstournaments) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/championstournaments) - Build teams with Raichu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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*Generated by [Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com). For more context on site data and AI usage, see [llms-full.txt](https://www.pikalytics.com/llms-full.txt).*