# Raichu - Liverpool Regionals VGC 2023 Series 1 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Raichu in Liverpool Regionals VGC 2023 Series 1. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Liverpool Regionals VGC 2023 Series 1 (`gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [Liverpool Regionals VGC 2023 Series 1 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals)

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 100.000%
- **Nuzzle**: 100.000%
- **Feint**: 66.667%
- **Volt Switch**: 66.667%
- **Thunder**: 33.333%
- **Encore**: 33.333%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 100.000%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 66.667%
- **Focus Sash**: 33.333%

## Common Teammates
- **Pelipper**: 100.000%
- **Amoonguss**: 100.000%
- **Gallade**: 66.667%
- **Salamence**: 66.667%
- **Palafin**: 66.667%
- **Drednaw**: 33.333%

## FAQ for Raichu in gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals-1760

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

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

### Which Tera Types are best for Raichu?
The most common Tera Types for Raichu are flying. Specifically, Tera flying is used in 100.000% of builds.

### 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** (100.000%) and the item **Assault Vest** (66.667%).

### What is the most common role for Raichu?
Based on common item usage (Assault Vest), Raichu often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals-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/gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [Liverpool Regionals VGC 2023 Series 1 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9vgc2023series1liverpoolregionals) - 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).*