# Raikou - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 19 Moon Series

> Find the best Raikou builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in VGC 19 Moon Series. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Raikou Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 19 Moon Series (`vgc2019moon`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2019moon |
| **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/vgc2019moon/Raikou)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019moon/Raikou
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 19 Moon Series Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019moon)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2019moon](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019moon)

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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 |

## Common Moves
- **Snarl**: 96.639%
- **Volt Switch**: 67.130%
- **Thunderbolt**: 65.082%
- **Reflect**: 48.888%
- **Light Screen**: 32.529%
- **Protect**: 30.780%
- **Discharge**: 29.935%
- **Roar**: 12.592%
- **Other**: 16.424%

## Common Abilities
- **Pressure**: 100.000%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 32.724%
- **Light Clay**: 31.481%
- **Electrium Z**: 20.009%
- **Psychic Seed**: 8.897%
- **Expert Belt**: 2.466%
- **Other**: 4.422%

## Common Teammates
- **Kyogre**: 56.820%
- **Tapu Fini**: 33.378%
- **Palkia**: 25.446%
- **Stakataka**: 24.786%
- **Talonflame**: 24.309%
- **Tapu Lele**: 20.969%

## FAQ for Raikou in vgc2019moon-1760

### What are the top moves for Raikou?
The most common moves for Raikou are Snarl, Volt Switch, Thunderbolt, Reflect. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Raikou?
Raikou is frequently paired with Kyogre, Tapu Fini, Palkia, Stakataka. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### What is Raikou weak to and resistant against?
Raikou is weak to Ground (2x), resists Electric (1/2x), Flying (1/2x), Steel (1/2x), and is immune to no types.

### Which Tera Types are best for Raikou?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Raikou?
The top build for Raikou features a **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `172/0/0/84/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 29.881% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raikou?
Raikou is most effectively run with the ability **Pressure** (100.000%) and the item **Assault Vest** (32.724%).

### What is the most common role for Raikou?
Based on common item usage (Assault Vest), Raikou often functions as a **tactical** in the vgc2019moon-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Raikou?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 90 |
| Attack | 85 |
| Defense | 75 |
| Sp. Atk | 115 |
| Sp. Def | 100 |
| Speed | 115 |
| **BST** | **580** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Raikou on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019moon/Raikou) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 19 Moon Series Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019moon) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2019moon) - Build teams with Raikou
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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