# Raichu - VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Raichu in VGC 2026 Regulation Set I. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2026 Regulation Set I (`gen9vgc2026regi`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2026regi |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi)

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 97.365%
- **Nuzzle**: 70.837%
- **Volt Switch**: 65.998%
- **Endeavor**: 26.689%
- **Feint**: 25.274%
- **Encore**: 20.873%
- **Helping Hand**: 17.850%
- **Electroweb**: 17.077%
- **Thunder**: 14.944%
- **Protect**: 11.916%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 98.879%
- **Static**: 1.121%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 47.657%
- **Focus Sash**: 43.120%
- **Magnet**: 2.062%
- **Sitrus Berry**: 1.582%
- **Covert Cloak**: 1.177%
- **Other**: 4.403%

## Common Teammates
- **Kyogre**: 70.315%
- **Incineroar**: 43.964%
- **Zamazenta-Crowned**: 32.083%
- **Urshifu-Rapid-Strike**: 21.580%
- **Tornadus**: 19.397%
- **Calyrex-Shadow**: 19.213%

## FAQ for Raichu in gen9vgc2026regi-1760

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

### What are the best teammates for Raichu?
Raichu is frequently paired with Kyogre, Incineroar, Zamazenta-Crowned, Urshifu-Rapid-Strike. 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 15.014% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (98.879%) and the item **Assault Vest** (47.657%).

### What is the most common role for Raichu?
Based on common item usage (Assault Vest), Raichu often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9vgc2026regi-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/gen9vgc2026regi/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2026regi) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9vgc2026regi) - Build teams with Raichu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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