# Raichu - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in OU

> Find the best Raichu builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in OU. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Raichu Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | OU (`ou`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | ou |
| **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/ou/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/ou/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [OU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/ou)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/ou](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/ou)

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## 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
- **Volt Switch**: 63.622%
- **Quick Attack**: 49.730%
- **Thunderbolt**: 39.243%
- **Hidden Power Ice**: 32.134%
- **Protect**: 27.084%
- **Endeavor**: 25.894%
- **Focus Blast**: 25.395%
- **Nasty Plot**: 16.879%
- **Fake Out**: 15.959%
- **Volt Tackle**: 15.409%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 78.748%
- **Static**: 21.252%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 34.614%
- **Expert Belt**: 20.014%
- **Razor Claw**: 11.764%
- **Life Orb**: 9.658%
- **Electrium Z**: 6.245%
- **Leftovers**: 5.963%
- **Assault Vest**: 3.587%
- **Air Balloon**: 2.921%
- **Choice Specs**: 1.259%
- **Other**: 3.974%

## Common Teammates
- **Charizard-Mega-Y**: 49.571%
- **Snorlax**: 27.829%
- **Espeon**: 27.579%
- **Blastoise**: 26.872%
- **Venusaur**: 26.325%
- **Toxapex**: 20.340%

## FAQ for Raichu in ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Raichu?
The most common moves for Raichu are Volt Switch, Quick Attack, Thunderbolt, Hidden Power Ice. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Raichu?
Raichu is frequently paired with Charizard-Mega-Y, Snorlax, Espeon, Blastoise. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### What is Raichu weak to and resistant against?
Raichu 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 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 `0/0/0/252/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 32.934% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (78.748%) and the item **Focus Sash** (34.614%).

### 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 ou-1825 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/ou/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [OU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/ou) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/ou) - Build teams with Raichu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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