# Pikachu - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 19 Sun Series

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

## Best Pikachu Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 19 Sun Series (`vgc2019sun`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2019sun |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019sun/Pikachu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019sun/Pikachu
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 19 Sun Series Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019sun)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2019sun](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2019sun)

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## Common Moves
- **Fake Out**: 100.000%
- **Grass Knot**: 98.080%
- **Nuzzle**: 61.299%
- **Volt Switch**: 61.279%
- **Protect**: 27.343%
- **Thunder**: 26.133%
- **Thunderbolt**: 11.014%
- **Other**: 14.853%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 100.000%
- **Static**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Light Ball**: 99.999%
- **Other**: 0.001%

## Common Teammates
- **Kyogre**: 97.230%
- **Solgaleo**: 88.741%
- **Amoonguss**: 69.767%
- **Ludicolo**: 61.278%
- **Guzzlord**: 25.788%
- **Accelgor**: 25.788%

## FAQ for Pikachu in vgc2019sun-1760

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

### What are the best team partners for Pikachu?
Pikachu is frequently paired with Kyogre, Solgaleo, Amoonguss, Ludicolo. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Pikachu?
The top build for Pikachu features a **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `4/0/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 87.066% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Pikachu?
Pikachu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (100.000%) and the item **Light Ball** (99.999%).

### What is the most common role for Pikachu?
Based on common item usage (Light Ball), Pikachu often functions as a **tactical** in the vgc2019sun-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Pikachu?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 35 |
| Attack | 55 |
| Defense | 40 |
| Sp. Atk | 50 |
| Sp. Def | 50 |
| Speed | 90 |
| **BST** | **320** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Pikachu on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019sun/Pikachu) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 19 Sun Series Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2019sun) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2019sun) - Build teams with Pikachu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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