# Raichu - SINNOHCLAVGC 2022 Series 12IC Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Raichu in SINNOHCLAVGC 2022 Series 12IC. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | SINNOHCLAVGC 2022 Series 12IC (`sinnohclassic`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | sinnohclassic |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/sinnohclassic/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/sinnohclassic/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [SINNOHCLAVGC 2022 Series 12IC Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/sinnohclassic)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/sinnohclassic](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/sinnohclassic)

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 99.887%
- **Encore**: 89.137%
- **Thunderbolt**: 62.334%
- **Fling**: 38.884%
- **Feint**: 31.680%
- **Nuzzle**: 29.955%
- **Volt Tackle**: 23.173%
- **Protect**: 11.222%
- **Other**: 13.727%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 99.679%
- **Static**: 0.321%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 28.839%
- **Lum Berry**: 21.650%
- **Air Balloon**: 5.366%
- **Sitrus Berry**: 2.323%
- **Other**: 2.712%

## Common Teammates
- **Abomasnow**: 38.124%
- **Staraptor**: 37.535%
- **Azumarill**: 34.563%
- **Latios**: 30.270%
- **Tangela**: 28.102%
- **Blaziken**: 21.733%

## FAQ for Raichu in sinnohclassic-1760

### What are the top moves for Raichu?
The most common moves for Raichu are Fake Out, Encore, Thunderbolt, Fling. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Raichu?
Raichu is frequently paired with Abomasnow, Staraptor, Azumarill, Latios. 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 `4/0/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 39.545% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (99.679%) and the item **Focus Sash** (28.839%).

### 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 sinnohclassic-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/sinnohclassic/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [SINNOHCLAVGC 2022 Series 12IC Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/sinnohclassic) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/sinnohclassic) - 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).*