# Pikachu - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 7 Monotype

> Find the best Pikachu builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 7 Monotype. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Pikachu Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 7 Monotype (`monotype`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | monotype |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## 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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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 Pikachu.

## Defensive Type Matchups

| Category | Attacking Types |
|----------|-----------------|
| **Weak To** | Ground (2x) |
| **Resists** | Electric (1/2x), Flying (1/2x), Steel (1/2x) |
| **Immune To** | None |

**Ability Notes**: Lightning Rod: Electric moves become 0x.

## Common Moves
- **Knock Off**: 83.497%
- **Nuzzle**: 66.738%
- **Endeavor**: 66.716%
- **Feint**: 66.716%
- **Volt Tackle**: 19.299%
- **Surf**: 13.895%
- **Thunderbolt**: 13.551%
- **Agility**: 13.169%
- **Fake Out**: 12.051%
- **Alluring Voice**: 12.014%

## Common Abilities
- **Static**: 89.367%
- **Lightning Rod**: 10.633%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 66.716%
- **Light Ball**: 33.284%
- **Other**: 0.000%

## Common Teammates
- **Raging Bolt**: 95.583%
- **Zapdos**: 92.934%
- **Iron Hands**: 92.875%
- **Pawmot**: 68.447%
- **Morpeko**: 57.930%
- **Regieleki**: 43.909%

## FAQ for Pikachu in monotype-1760

### What are the top moves for Pikachu?
The most common moves for Pikachu are Knock Off, Nuzzle, Endeavor, Feint. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Pikachu?
Pikachu is frequently paired with Raging Bolt, Zapdos, Iron Hands, Pawmot. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### What is Pikachu weak to and resistant against?
Pikachu is weak to Ground (2x), resists Electric (1/2x), Flying (1/2x), Steel (1/2x), and is immune to no types. Ability notes: Lightning Rod: Electric moves become 0x.

### 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 72.780% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Pikachu?
Pikachu is most effectively run with the ability **Static** (89.367%) and the item **Focus Sash** (66.716%).

### What is the most common role for Pikachu?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Pikachu often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** 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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