# Raichu - VGC 2024 Best of 3 Regulation Set H Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Raichu in VGC 2024 Best of 3 Regulation Set H. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2024 Best of 3 Regulation Set H (`gen9vgc2024reghbo3`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2024reghbo3 |
| **Data Date** | 2026-02 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2024reghbo3/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2024reghbo3/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 2024 Best of 3 Regulation Set H Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2024reghbo3)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2024reghbo3](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2024reghbo3)

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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
- **Fake Out**: 99.947%
- **Nuzzle**: 98.623%
- **Protect**: 97.738%
- **Thunderbolt**: 97.715%
- **Other**: 5.976%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 99.225%
- **Static**: 0.775%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 99.074%
- **Other**: 0.926%

## Common Teammates
- **Ursaluna**: 95.231%
- **Incineroar**: 95.188%
- **Gholdengo**: 94.977%
- **Hydreigon**: 94.502%
- **Corviknight**: 94.469%
- **Dragapult **: 1.078%

## FAQ for Raichu in gen9vgc2024reghbo3-1760

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

### What are the best teammates for Raichu?
Raichu is frequently paired with Ursaluna, Incineroar, Gholdengo, Hydreigon. 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 97.708% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (99.225%) and the item **Focus Sash** (99.074%).

### 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 gen9vgc2024reghbo3-1760 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/gen9vgc2024reghbo3/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2024 Best of 3 Regulation Set H Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2024reghbo3) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9vgc2024reghbo3) - Build teams with Raichu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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