#0243 · Gen 2 · 580 BST
Raikou
A pseudo-legendary Electric-type introduced in Generation 2 with strong 115 base Special Attack. Base Stat Total: 580. Built as a fast offensive threat. Common ability: Pressure.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
165/94/85/121/108/121
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
197/150/139/183/167/183
Abilities
By putting pressure on the opposing Pokémon, it raises their PP usage.
The Pokémon's intensely focused, and that protects the Pokémon from flinching.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Raikou
Raikou is a Electric/None-type Pokémon from Generation 2 with a Base Stat Total of 580. A pseudo-legendary Electric-type introduced in Generation 2 with strong 115 base Special Attack. Base Stat Total: 580. Built as a fast offensive threat. Common ability: Pressure.
Best stat: Special Attack (115 base)
Raikou's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 115 base Special Attack and 115 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Special Attack and 252 into Speed.
Abilities
- Pressure
- Inner Focus
How to use Raikou competitively
Open the damage calculator with Raikou selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Raikou appears in the species dropdown. Drop Raikou into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0243 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 2 |
| Type | Electric / None |
| Abilities | Pressure, Inner Focus |
| Base Stat Total | 580 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 90 / 85 / 75 / 115 / 100 / 115 |