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Raichu

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Usage Percent
0%
Monthly Rank
#85

Base Stats for Raichu

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

Best Moves for Raichu

Fake Out
94.037%
Volt Switch
68.945%
Nuzzle
60.217%
Endeavor
35.761%
Feint
31.003%
Protect
26.153%
Thunder
19.547%
Electroweb
14.890%
Helping Hand
13.110%
Fake Tears
8.724%
Alluring Voice
5.811%
Thunderbolt
4.875%
Other
16.926%

Best Teammates for Raichu

Best Items for Raichu

Focus Sash
66.882%
Assault Vest
25.012%
Rocky Helmet
5.523%
Other
2.583%

Best Abilities for Raichu

Lightning Rod
99.804%
Static
0.196%

Best EV Spreads for Raichu

Timid
4/
0/
0/
252/
0/
252
25.181%
Lonely
0/
252/
0/
0/
4/
252
15.621%
Hasty
252/
4/
0/
0/
0/
252
8.740%
Hasty
4/
0/
0/
252/
0/
252
7.964%
Bold
252/
0/
236/
0/
20/
0
5.587%
Hasty
0/
4/
0/
252/
0/
252
5.308%

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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best moves for Raichu in VGC 2026 Regulation Set I?

The top moves for Raichu in VGC 2026 Regulation Set I are Fake Out (94.037%), Volt Switch (68.945%), Nuzzle (60.217%), Endeavor (35.761%). These represent the highest usage percentages on the competitive ladder.

What are the best teammates for Raichu?

Raichu synergizes well with Kyogre (80.951%), Amoonguss (37.270%), Incineroar (36.408%), Zamazenta-Crowned (30.533%). 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 Focus Sash (66.882%), Assault Vest (25.012%), Rocky Helmet (5.523%). The best choice depends on your team composition and strategy.

What ability is best for Raichu?

The most common abilities for Raichu are Lightning Rod (99.804%) and Static (0.196%). The choice often depends on your team's strategy.

What Tera Type should I use on Raichu?

Tera Type data is not available for this format or Pokemon.

What is the best EV spread for Raichu?

The most common EV spread for Raichu is Timid with 4/0/0/252/0/252 (25.181% usage). This build is optimized for the current metagame.

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 VGC 2026 Regulation Set I?

Raichu is currently ranked in the VGC 2026 Regulation Set I 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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