# Pikachu - Gen 7 Monotype Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Pikachu in Gen 7 Monotype. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 7 Monotype (`monotype`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | monotype |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype/Pikachu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype/Pikachu
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/monotype](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype)

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## Common Moves
- **Volt Tackle**: 99.505%
- **Knock Off**: 99.083%
- **Iron Tail**: 95.757%
- **Trailblaze**: 95.746%
- **Other**: 9.909%

## Common Abilities
- **Static**: 99.591%
- **Lightning Rod**: 0.409%

## Common Items
- **Light Ball**: 100.000%
- **Other**: 0.000%

## Common Teammates
- **Raging Bolt**: 97.899%
- **Pawmot**: 96.303%
- **Galvantula**: 95.836%
- **Magnezone**: 95.776%
- **Iron Thorns**: 95.746%

## FAQ for Pikachu in monotype-1760

### What are the top moves for Pikachu?
The most common moves for Pikachu are Volt Tackle, Knock Off, Iron Tail, Trailblaze. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Pikachu?
Pikachu is frequently paired with Raging Bolt, Pawmot, Galvantula, Magnezone. 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 top build for Pikachu features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 99.067% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Pikachu?
Pikachu is most effectively run with the ability **Static** (99.591%) and the item **Light Ball** (100.000%).

### What is the most common role for Pikachu?
Based on common item usage (Light Ball), Pikachu often functions as a **tactical** in the monotype-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/monotype/Pikachu) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/monotype) - Build teams with Pikachu
- [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).*