# Raichu - Series 8 VGC 2021 Battle Stadium Doubles Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Raichu in Series 8 VGC 2021 Battle Stadium Doubles. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Series 8 VGC 2021 Battle Stadium Doubles (`series8`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | series8 |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/series8/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/series8/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [Series 8 VGC 2021 Battle Stadium Doubles Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/series8)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/series8](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/series8)

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 89.062%
- **Nothing**: 67.817%
- **Volt Switch**: 62.630%
- **Nuzzle**: 60.463%
- **Eerie Impulse**: 48.761%
- **Electroweb**: 14.549%
- **Body Slam**: 10.223%
- **Volt Tackle**: 6.901%
- **Charm**: 6.540%
- **Protect**: 6.087%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 89.628%
- **Static**: 10.372%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 63.055%
- **Aguav Berry**: 12.499%
- **Choice Band**: 10.223%
- **Assault Vest**: 9.869%
- **Other**: 4.353%

## Common Teammates
- **Kyogre**: 32.201%
- **Mimikyu**: 29.268%
- **Venusaur**: 28.525%
- **Whimsicott**: 25.271%
- **Torkoal**: 24.959%
- **Lapras**: 24.138%

## FAQ for Raichu in series8-1760

### What are the top moves for Raichu?
The most common moves for Raichu are Fake Out, Nothing, Volt Switch, Nuzzle. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Raichu?
Raichu is frequently paired with Kyogre, Mimikyu, Venusaur, Whimsicott. 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 `252/0/0/4/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 14.514% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (89.628%) and the item **Focus Sash** (63.055%).

### 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 series8-1760 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/series8/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [Series 8 VGC 2021 Battle Stadium Doubles Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/series8) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/series8) - Build teams with Raichu
- [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).*