# Raichu - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in National Dex

> Find the best Raichu builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in National Dex. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Raichu Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | National Dex (`gen8nationaldex`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen8nationaldex |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Raichu
- **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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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Raichu.

## Common Moves
- **Thunderbolt**: 94.308%
- **Nuzzle**: 94.194%
- **Focus Blast**: 93.917%
- **Hyper Beam**: 93.842%
- **Nasty Plot**: 5.763%
- **Other**: 17.976%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 93.917%
- **Static**: 6.083%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 93.839%
- **Air Balloon**: 6.006%
- **Other**: 0.155%

## Common Teammates
- **Charizard-Mega-X**: 99.491%
- **Nidoking**: 94.194%
- **Ditto**: 93.839%
- **Starmie**: 93.839%
- **Hitmonlee**: 93.839%

## FAQ for Raichu in gen8nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Raichu?
The most common moves for Raichu are Thunderbolt, Nuzzle, Focus Blast, Hyper Beam. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Raichu?
Raichu is frequently paired with Charizard-Mega-X, Nidoking, Ditto, Starmie. 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?
The top build for Raichu features a **Hasty** nature with an EV spread of `0/4/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 99.491% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (93.917%) and the item **Assault Vest** (93.839%).

### What is the most common role for Raichu?
Based on common item usage (Assault Vest), Raichu often functions as a **tactical** in the gen8nationaldex-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/gen8nationaldex/Raichu) - 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 Raichu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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