Best Moves for Raichu
Zap Cannon
electric
50.232%
Focus Blast
fighting
27.763%
Volt Tackle
electric
8.563%
Volt Switch
electric
8.216%
Rising Voltage
electric
3.556%
Light Screen
psychic
1.822%
Thunderbolt
electric
0.637%
Electroweb
electric
0.637%
Drain Punch
fighting
0.559%
Discharge
electric
0.538%
Dazzling Gleam
fairy
0.301%
Helping Hand
normal
0.258%
Alluring Voice
fairy
0.188%
Thunder Punch
electric
0.131%
Upper Hand
fighting
0.127%
Eerie Impulse
electric
0.085%
Brick Break
fighting
0.071%
Wild Charge
electric
0.050%
Draining Kiss
fairy
0.046%
Hyper Voice
normal
0.032%
Bitter Malice
ghost
0.025%
Thunder Wave
electric
0.021%
Focus Punch
fighting
0.018%
Electric Terrain
electric
0.014%
Electro Ball
electric
0.007%
Quick Attack
normal
0.007%
Sludge Bomb
poison
0.004%
Best Abilities for Raichu
Type Matchups for Raichu
Resist
electric
Electric
1/2x
flying
Flying
1/2x
steel
Steel
1/2x
Ability notes
Lightning Rod: Electric moves become 0x.
Ability
Intimidate
Item
Staraptite
Ability
Sap Sipper
Item
Psychic Seed
Ability
Psychic Surge
Item
Rocky Helmet
Ability
Adaptability
Item
Life Orb
Ability
Defiant
Item
Chople Berry
Ability
Lightning Rod
Item
Focus Sash
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best moves for Raichu in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C?
The top moves for Raichu in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C are Zap Cannon (50.232%), Fake Out (39.408%), Protect (33.038%), Focus Blast (27.763%). These represent the highest usage percentages on the competitive ladder.
What are the best teammates for Raichu?
Raichu synergizes well with Rillaboom (55.997%), Gholdengo (37.425%), Incineroar (32.430%), Sneasler (26.587%). 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 Raichunite Y (74.816%), Raichunite X (23.053%), Rocky Helmet (1.011%). The best choice depends on your team composition and strategy.
What ability is best for Raichu?
The most common abilities for Raichu are Electric Surge (78.185%) and Lightning Rod (16.156%). The choice often depends on your team's strategy.
What is Raichu's winrate in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C?
Raichu has a 51.4% winrate in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C, based on 24236 wins and 22910 losses with 1 ties. Winrates are aggregated from Limitless tours over the past 4 weeks.
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-C?
Raichu is currently ranked in the Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C metagame. Check the usage percentage, 51.4% winrate, and teammates section to see how well it performs. The data is aggregated from thousands of high-level ranked battles.