# Raichu - VGC 16 Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Raichu in VGC 16. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 16 (`vgc2016`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2016 |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2016/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2016/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 16 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2016)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2016](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2016)

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 99.858%
- **Nuzzle**: 88.166%
- **Volt Switch**: 71.317%
- **Endeavor**: 59.453%
- **Feint**: 23.683%
- **Volt Tackle**: 16.109%
- **Encore**: 13.462%
- **Hidden Power Water**: 6.736%
- **Thunderbolt**: 5.497%
- **Other**: 15.720%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 99.198%
- **Static**: 0.802%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 71.769%
- **Focus Sash**: 13.341%
- **Zap Plate**: 5.693%
- **Life Orb**: 2.118%
- **Air Balloon**: 1.458%
- **Other**: 3.839%

## Common Teammates
- **Kyogre-Primal**: 69.733%
- **Bronzong**: 48.465%
- **Rayquaza-Mega**: 47.577%
- **Hitmontop**: 40.214%
- **Gengar-Mega**: 36.046%
- **Amoonguss**: 11.355%

## FAQ for Raichu in vgc2016-1760

### What are the top moves for Raichu?
The most common moves for Raichu are Fake Out, Nuzzle, Volt Switch, Endeavor. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Raichu?
Raichu is frequently paired with Kyogre-Primal, Bronzong, Rayquaza-Mega, Hitmontop. 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 `36/0/204/20/68/180`. This configuration accounts for 23.394% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (99.198%) and the item **Assault Vest** (71.769%).

### What is the most common role for Raichu?
Based on common item usage (Assault Vest), Raichu often functions as a **tactical** in the vgc2016-1760 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/vgc2016/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 16 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2016) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2016) - 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).*