Raichu Weakness & Counters

Type matchups

• With Lightning Rod: Electric ½× → 0×

Base stats

HP

60

Attack

90

Defense

55

Sp. Atk

90

Sp. Def

80

Speed

110

Total

485

Evolution

1. Pichu
2. →
   Pikachu
3. →
   Raichu

Best counters to Raichu

• Primal GroudonHits for 2×
• GroudonHits for 2×
• GarchompHits for 2×
• LandorusHits for 2×
• Therian LandorusHits for 2×
• ZygardeHits for 2×

Other Electric Pokémon

• Pikachu
• Mega Raichu X
• Mega Raichu Y
• Voltorb
• Electrode
• Electabuzz
• Jolteon
• Pichu
• Mareep
• Flaaffy
• Ampharos
• Elekid

Frequently asked questions

What is Raichu weak to?

As an Electric type, Raichu takes super-effective damage from Ground moves.

What is Raichu resistant to?

Raichu resists Flying, Steel and Electric moves.

What are the best counters to Raichu?

Strong type-based picks include Primal Groudon, Groudon and Garchomp, which hit Raichu with super-effective attacks.