# Raichu - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 15

> Find the best Raichu builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in VGC 15. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Raichu Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 15 (`vgc2015`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2015 |
| **Usage** | 4% |
| **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/vgc2015/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2015/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 15 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2015)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2015](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2015)

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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
- **Fake Out**: 99.245%
- **Nuzzle**: 57.620%
- **Volt Switch**: 49.534%
- **Thunderbolt**: 49.387%
- **Encore**: 46.075%
- **Protect**: 23.103%
- **Feint**: 18.350%
- **Endeavor**: 17.108%
- **Hidden Power Ice**: 11.029%
- **Fling**: 9.127%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 99.884%
- **Static**: 0.116%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 48.475%
- **Assault Vest**: 29.713%
- **Petaya Berry**: 7.060%
- **Air Balloon**: 6.154%
- **Lum Berry**: 2.680%
- **Sitrus Berry**: 2.266%
- **Other**: 3.652%

## Common Teammates
- **Charizard-Mega-Y**: 31.409%
- **Politoed**: 27.109%
- **Talonflame**: 22.761%
- **Salamence-Mega**: 19.245%
- **Scrafty**: 18.388%
- **Hydreigon**: 18.179%

## FAQ for Raichu in vgc2015-1760

### What are the top moves for Raichu?
The most common moves for Raichu are Fake Out, Nuzzle, Volt Switch, Thunderbolt. 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, Politoed, Talonflame, Salamence-Mega. 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 `4/0/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 18.532% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (99.884%) and the item **Focus Sash** (48.475%).

### 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 vgc2015-1760 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/vgc2015/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 15 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2015) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2015) - Build teams with Raichu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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