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Raichu

Raichu

Damage Calculator
Usage Percent
0%
Monthly Rank
#128

Base Stats for Raichu

HP
60
Atk
90
Def
55
SpA
90
SpD
80
Spe
110

Best Moves for Raichu

Bluff
96.932%
Change-Éclair
50.272%
Frotte-Frimousse
41.865%
Encore
39.943%
Abri
31.351%
Tonnerre
25.599%
Toile Élek
20.942%
Fatal-Foudre
18.186%
Effort
11.355%
Ruse
9.934%
Coup d’Main
7.109%
Électacle
5.230%
Ondes Étranges
4.475%
Mur Lumière
4.427%
Prio-Parade
3.930%
Danse Pluie
3.507%
Éclat Magique
2.980%
Nœud Herbe
2.516%
Other
19.446%

Best Teammates for Raichu

Best Items for Raichu

Ceinture Force
66.061%
Aimant
9.787%
Baie Jouca
9.157%
Lentilscope
3.904%
Baie Sitrus
2.799%
Poudre Claire
1.866%
Other
4.121%

Best Abilities for Raichu

Paratonnerre
97.246%
Statik
2.754%

Best EV Spreads for Raichu

Timide
2/
0/
0/
32/
0/
32
28.405%
Pressé
0/
2/
0/
32/
0/
32
5.495%
Timide
0/
0/
2/
32/
0/
32
5.047%
Timide
0/
0/
0/
32/
2/
32
4.618%
Pressé
0/
0/
0/
32/
9/
25
3.649%
Timide
32/
0/
0/
2/
0/
32
3.251%
Jovial
0/
32/
1/
0/
1/
32
2.919%
Jovial
32/
0/
2/
0/
0/
32
2.811%
Timide
32/
0/
0/
0/
2/
32
2.298%
Modeste
2/
0/
0/
32/
0/
32
2.239%
Jovial
2/
0/
0/
32/
0/
32
1.793%
Pressé
2/
32/
0/
0/
0/
32
1.616%
Jovial
32/
0/
0/
0/
2/
32
1.611%
Naïf
0/
2/
0/
32/
0/
32
1.496%
Timide
0/
0/
14/
30/
0/
22
1.383%
Pressé
2/
0/
0/
32/
0/
32
1.355%
Timide
32/
0/
20/
0/
8/
6
1.304%
Pressé
32/
0/
0/
2/
0/
32
1.292%
Timide
32/
0/
2/
0/
0/
32
1.127%
Jovial
0/
32/
0/
0/
0/
32
1.096%

Type Matchups for Raichu

Weak
Ground 2x
Resist
Electric 1/2x Flying 1/2x Steel 1/2x
Immune
None
Ability notes
Lightning Rod: Electric moves become 0x.
Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best moves for Raichu in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-A?

The top moves for Raichu in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-A are Bluff (96.932%), Change-Éclair (50.272%), Frotte-Frimousse (41.865%), Encore (39.943%). These represent the highest usage percentages on the competitive ladder.

What are the best teammates for Raichu?

Raichu synergizes well with Pelipper (36.848%), Basculegion (26.086%), Archaludon (21.878%), Sneasler (20.530%). These Pokemon frequently appear on teams together and cover each other's weaknesses.

What item should I use on Raichu?

The most popular items for Raichu are Ceinture Force (66.061%), Aimant (9.787%), Baie Jouca (9.157%). The best choice depends on your team composition and strategy.

What ability is best for Raichu?

The most common abilities for Raichu are Paratonnerre (97.246%) and Statik (2.754%). The choice often depends on your team's strategy.

What is Raichu weak to and resistant against?

Raichu is weak to Ground (2x), resists Electric (1/2x), Flying (1/2x), Steel (1/2x), and is immune to no attacking types. Ability notes: Lightning Rod: Electric moves become 0x.

Is Raichu good in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-A?

Raichu is currently ranked in the Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-A metagame. Check the usage percentage and teammates section to see how well it performs. The data is aggregated from thousands of high-level ranked battles.





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