# Pikachu - National Dex Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Pikachu in National Dex. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | National Dex (`gen8nationaldex`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen8nationaldex |
| **Data Date** | 2026-02 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Pikachu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Pikachu
- **Format Overview**: [National Dex Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex)

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## Common Moves
- **Volt Tackle**: 99.567%
- **Fake Out**: 97.517%
- **Knock Off**: 93.247%
- **Play Rough**: 84.312%
- **Extreme Speed**: 9.120%
- **Other**: 16.237%

## Common Abilities
- **Static**: 92.599%
- **Lightning Rod**: 7.401%

## Common Items
- **Light Ball**: 99.677%
- **Other**: 0.323%

## Common Teammates
- **Gengar**: 78.975%
- **Greninja**: 73.856%
- **Gliscor**: 73.580%
- **Infernape**: 73.573%
- **Melmetal**: 73.257%
- **Garchomp **: 5.890%

## FAQ for Pikachu in gen8nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Pikachu?
The most common moves for Pikachu are Volt Tackle, Fake Out, Knock Off, Play Rough. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Pikachu?
Pikachu is frequently paired with Gengar, Greninja, Gliscor, Infernape. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Pikachu?
The top build for Pikachu features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 92.804% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Pikachu?
Pikachu is most effectively run with the ability **Static** (92.599%) and the item **Light Ball** (99.677%).

### What is the most common role for Pikachu?
Based on common item usage (Light Ball), Pikachu often functions as a **tactical** in the gen8nationaldex-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Pikachu?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 35 |
| Attack | 55 |
| Defense | 40 |
| Sp. Atk | 50 |
| Sp. Def | 50 |
| Speed | 90 |
| **BST** | **320** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Pikachu on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Pikachu) - Full interactive stats page
- [National Dex Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen8nationaldex) - Build teams with Pikachu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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