# Pikachu - VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Usage Statistics

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

## Quick Info

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

## Page Links

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

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 100.0%
- **Play Rough**: 81.8%
- **Volt Tackle**: 81.8%
- **Protect**: 81.8%
- **Feint**: 18.2%
- **Nuzzle**: 9.1%
- **Fling**: 9.1%
- **Helping Hand**: 9.1%
- **Thunder**: 9.1%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 100.0%

## Common Items
- **Light Ball**: 100.0%

## Common Teammates
- **Kyogre**: undefined%
- **Calyrex-Ice**: undefined%
- **Ogerpon**: undefined%
- **Toxicroak**: undefined%
- **Zacian**: undefined%
- **Bastiodon**: undefined%

## FAQ for Pikachu in homebsd-1760

### What are the top moves for Pikachu?
The most common moves for Pikachu are Fake Out, Play Rough, Volt Tackle, Protect. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Pikachu?
Pikachu is frequently paired with Kyogre, Calyrex-Ice, Ogerpon, Toxicroak. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Pikachu?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Pikachu?
The most common nature for Pikachu is **Adamant**.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Pikachu?
Pikachu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (100.0%) and the item **Light Ball** (100.0%).

### What is the most common role for Pikachu?
Based on common item usage (Light Ball), Pikachu often functions as a **tactical** in the homebsd-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Pikachu?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 35 |
| Attack | 55 |
| Defense | 40 |
| Sp. Atk | 50 |
| Sp. Def | 50 |
| Speed | 90 |
| **BST** | **320** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Pikachu on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebsd/Pikachu) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2026 Regulation Set I Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebsd) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/homebsd) - Build teams with Pikachu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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