# Pikachu - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in XY

> Find the best Pikachu builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in XY. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Pikachu Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | XY (`xy`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | xy |
| **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/xy/Pikachu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy/Pikachu
- **Format Overview**: [XY Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/xy)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/xy](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy)

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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Pikachu.

## Common Moves
- **Hidden Power Ice**: 99.342%
- **Volt Tackle**: 85.555%
- **Fake Out**: 85.451%
- **Brick Break**: 85.002%
- **Volt Switch**: 14.991%
- **Thunderbolt**: 14.445%
- **Other**: 15.215%

## Common Abilities
- **Lightning Rod**: 99.347%
- **Static**: 0.653%

## Common Items
- **Light Ball**: 100.000%
- **Other**: 0.000%

## Common Teammates
- **Blastoise**: 85.449%
- **Snorlax**: 85.003%
- **Charizard-Mega-Y**: 84.903%
- **Venusaur**: 84.902%
- **Espeon**: 84.900%
- **Serperior**: 14.439%

## FAQ for Pikachu in xy-1760

### What are the top moves for Pikachu?
The most common moves for Pikachu are Hidden Power Ice, Volt Tackle, Fake Out, Brick Break. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Pikachu?
Pikachu is frequently paired with Blastoise, Snorlax, Charizard-Mega-Y, Venusaur. 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 **Hasty** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/4/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 85.453% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Pikachu?
Pikachu is most effectively run with the ability **Lightning Rod** (99.347%) and the item **Light Ball** (100.000%).

### What is the most common role for Pikachu?
Based on common item usage (Light Ball), Pikachu often functions as a **tactical** in the xy-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/xy/Pikachu) - Full interactive stats page
- [XY Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/xy) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/xy) - Build teams with Pikachu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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