# Raichu - VGC 19 Global Link Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Raichu in VGC 19 Global Link. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 19 Global Link (`vgc2019pgl`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2019pgl |
| **Data Date** | 2026-02 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019pgl/Raichu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019pgl/Raichu
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 19 Global Link Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019pgl)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2019pgl](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019pgl)

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 99.999%
- **Nuzzle**: 94.383%
- **Volt Switch**: 85.973%
- **Helping Hand**: 79.799%
- **Volt Tackle**: 11.774%
- **Encore**: 10.989%
- **Other**: 17.083%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 99.987%
- **Static**: 0.013%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 93.744%
- **Eject Button**: 2.225%
- **Other**: 4.031%

## Common Teammates
- **Kyogre-Primal**: 74.925%
- **Rayquaza-Mega**: 70.330%
- **Tapu Fini**: 65.153%
- **Ditto**: 59.691%
- **Gardevoir**: 3.307%
- **Azumarill**: 3.307%

## FAQ for Raichu in vgc2019pgl-1760

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

### What are the best teammates for Raichu?
Raichu is frequently paired with Kyogre-Primal, Rayquaza-Mega, Tapu Fini, Ditto. 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 78.603% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Raichu?
Raichu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (99.987%) and the item **Focus Sash** (93.744%).

### 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 vgc2019pgl-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/vgc2019pgl/Raichu) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 19 Global Link Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019pgl) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2019pgl) - 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).*