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Base Stats for Raichu
HP
60
Atk
90
Def
55
SpA
90
SpD
80
Spe
110
Best Moves for Raichu
Fake Out
99.960%
Nuzzle
95.066%
Volt Switch
77.894%
Helping Hand
68.336%
Thunder
22.057%
Endeavor
21.958%
Other
14.728%
Best Teammates for Raichu
Best Items for Raichu
Focus Sash
95.032%
Other
4.968%
Best Abilities for Raichu
Lightning Rod
100.000%
Static
0.000%
Best EV Spreads for Raichu
Bold
252/
0/
252/
0/
0/
4
68.286%
Modest
4/
0/
0/
252/
0/
252
21.958%
Timid
252/
0/
0/
0/
4/
252
4.821%
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 VGC 2025 Regulation Set G?
The top moves for Raichu in VGC 2025 Regulation Set G are Fake Out (99.960%), Nuzzle (95.066%), Volt Switch (77.894%), Helping Hand (68.336%). These represent the highest usage percentages on the competitive ladder.
What are the best teammates for Raichu?
Raichu synergizes well with Calyrex-Shadow (64.505%), Corviknight (64.505%), Gouging Fire (64.505%), Pelipper (23.354%). 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 (95.032%), Other (4.968%). 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 (100.000%) and Static (0.000%). 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 Bold with 252/0/252/0/0/4 (68.286% 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 2025 Regulation Set G?
Raichu is currently ranked in the VGC 2025 Regulation Set G 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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Pokemon
% usage
Urshifu-Rapid-Strike fightingwaterUnseen FistChoice ScarfFocus SashMystic WaterChoice Band Other Surging StrikesClose CombatAqua JetU-turnDetectProtectIce Spinner Rock Tomb Iron Head Other
55.15%
Incineroar firedarkIntimidateBlaze Safety GogglesCovert CloakSitrus Berry Rocky Helmet Lum Berry Assault Vest Other Fake OutParting ShotKnock OffFlare BlitzWill-O-WispHelping HandFire PledgeRoarTaunt Other
32.73%
Calyrex-Shadow psychicghostLife OrbCovert CloakFocus Sash Other Astral BarrageProtectExpanding ForcePollen PuffNasty PlotDark PulseTera BlastPsyshockOther
30.55%
Indeedee-F psychicnormalPsychic SurgeOwn Tempo Synchronize Safety GogglesRocky HelmetPsychic Seed Assault Vest Mental Herb Other Follow MeHelping HandTrick RoomDazzling GleamPsyshockPsychicProtectOther
28.23%
Rillaboom grassGrassy SurgeOvergrow Assault VestMiracle SeedOther Grassy GlideFake OutU-turnWood HammerOther
25.10%
Tornadus flyingPranksterDefiant Covert CloakFocus Sash Rocky Helmet Sharp Beak Leftovers Other TailwindBleakwind StormTauntRain DanceProtectIcy Wind Other
20.77%
Farigiraf normalpsychicArmor TailCud Chew Throat SprayElectric SeedSitrus Berry Grassy Seed Other Trick RoomPsychicHyper VoiceHelping HandProtectFoul PlayShadow BallPsychic NoiseImprison Other
19.97%
Dondozo waterUnawareOblivious LeftoversRocky HelmetOther ProtectOrder UpEarthquakeWave CrashBody PressRestIce FangSleep TalkHeavy SlamOther
19.89%
Tatsugiri dragonwaterCommanderStorm Drain Focus SashAbility ShieldOther Muddy WaterDraco MeteorProtectHelping HandMirror CoatIcy WindOther
19.81%
Flutter Mane ghostfairyProtosynthesisBooster EnergyChoice SpecsFocus Sash Other MoonblastShadow BallDazzling GleamIcy WindProtectTauntThunder WavePower GemTrick Room Other
19.26%
Weezing-Galar poisonfairyNeutralizing GasLevitate Misty Surge Covert CloakSitrus BerryMental HerbOther ProtectPoison GasToxic SpikesDazzling GleamStrange SteamOther
18.94%
Ogerpon-Hearthflame grassfireMold BreakerHearthflame MaskIvy CudgelSpiky ShieldFollow MeWood HammerHorn LeechDouble Kick Other
17.20%
Raging Bolt electricdragonProtosynthesisBooster EnergyAssault VestMagnet Life Orb Other ThunderclapProtectThunderboltDraco MeteorDragon PulseThunderOther
17.20%
Amoonguss grasspoisonRegeneratorEffect Spore Rocky HelmetMental HerbCovert CloakLeftovers Other SporeRage PowderProtectPollen PuffClear SmogSludge BombOther
16.56%
Kyogre waterDrizzleMystic WaterAssault VestDamp RockLeftovers Choice Scarf Iron Ball Other Ice BeamOrigin PulseWater SpoutProtectThunderOther
15.68%
Calyrex-Ice psychiciceClear AmuletCovert CloakSitrus Berry Safety Goggles Other Glacial LanceTrick RoomHigh HorsepowerProtectImprisonSwords DanceOther
14.27%
Whimsicott grassfairyPranksterChlorophyll Focus SashCovert CloakSitrus Berry Other TailwindMoonblastEncoreTauntEndeavorLight ScreenSunny DayHelping HandOther
13.40%
Iron Hands fightingelectricQuark DriveAssault VestBooster EnergyOther Wild ChargeFake OutDrain PunchLow KickPlay RoughHeavy SlamOther
11.48%
Chien-Pao darkiceSword of RuinFocus SashLife OrbOther ProtectSucker PunchIcicle CrashSacred SwordThroat ChopIce SpinnerCrunchOther
10.65%
Archaludon steeldragonStaminaStalwartSturdy Assault VestSafety GogglesCovert CloakPower Herb Other Electro ShotDraco MeteorFlash CannonBody PressProtectIron DefenseOther
10.20%
Miraidon electricdragonHadron EngineChoice SpecsOther Electro DriftVolt SwitchDazzling GleamDraco MeteorOther
9.89%
Landorus groundflyingSheer ForceSand Force Life OrbClear AmuletChoice Scarf Other Earth PowerSludge BombProtectSandsear StormNasty PlotPsychicOther
9.29%
Ursaluna groundnormalGutsUnnerve Flame OrbOther FacadeHeadlong RushProtectEarthquakeClose CombatCurseBrick BreakOther
8.98%
Terapagos normalTera ShiftLeftoversCovert CloakPower HerbChoice SpecsSafety Goggles Sitrus Berry Other Tera StarstormProtectCalm MindEarth PowerSubstituteRock PolishMeteor BeamDazzling GleamOther
8.82%
Roaring Moon dragondarkProtosynthesisBooster EnergyOther Knock OffTailwindProtectTera BlastAcrobaticsOther
7.91%
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