# Raichu - VGC 2024 Regulation Set G Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Raichu in VGC 2024 Regulation Set G. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2024 Regulation Set G (`gen9vgc2024regg`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2024regg |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regg/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regg/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 2024 Regulation Set G Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regg)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regg](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regg)

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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
- **Nuzzle**: 99.998%
- **Fake Out**: 99.994%
- **Protect**: 99.992%
- **Volt Switch**: 99.991%

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

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 99.998%
- **Other**: 0.002%

## Common Teammates
- **Cloyster**: 38.531%
- **Dragonite**: 38.531%
- **Persian**: 38.531%
- **Arcanine**: 38.531%
- **Zapdos**: 38.531%

## FAQ for Raichu in gen9vgc2024regg-1760

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

### What are the best teammates for Raichu?
Raichu is frequently paired with Cloyster, Dragonite, Persian, Arcanine. 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 **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `4/0/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 99.991% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (100.000%) and the item **Focus Sash** (99.998%).

### 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 gen9vgc2024regg-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/gen9vgc2024regg/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2024 Regulation Set G Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2024regg) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9vgc2024regg) - Build teams with Raichu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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