#0026 · Gen 1 · 485 BST
Raichu
A Electric-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with strong 110 base Speed. Common ability: Static.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
135/99/67/99/90/117
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
167/156/117/156/145/178
Abilities
The Pokémon is charged with static electricity, so contact with it may cause paralysis.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Raichu
Raichu is a Electric/None-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 485. A Electric-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with strong 110 base Speed. Common ability: Static.
Best stat: Speed (110 base)
Raichu's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 90 base Attack and 110 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Attack and 252 into Speed.
Abilities
- Static
- Lightning Rod
How to use Raichu competitively
Open the damage calculator with Raichu selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Raichu appears in the species dropdown. Drop Raichu into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0026 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Electric / None |
| Abilities | Static, Lightning Rod |
| Base Stat Total | 485 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 60 / 90 / 55 / 90 / 80 / 110 |