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Raichu

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#0026 in the National Pokédex • Mouse Pokémon

Raichu sprite

Normal

Shiny Raichu sprite

Shiny

Pokémon HOME art

Details

Category

Mouse Pokémon

Height

0.8 m (2'07")

Weight

30 kg (66.1 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0026

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

60

230

324

Attack

90

166

306

Defense

55

103

229

Sp. Atk

90

166

306

Sp. Def

80

148

284

Speed

110

202

350

Total

485

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

Type-only matchups for Raichu, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Pichu

Pichu

#0172

Level up with high friendship

Pikachu

Pikachu

#0025

Pikachu

Pikachu

#0025

Thunder StoneUse Thunder Stone
Raichu

Raichu

#0026

Raichu

Raichu

#0026

Mega Evolution

Mega Raichu X

Mega Raichu X

#0026

Raichu

Raichu

#0026

Mega Evolution

Mega Raichu Y

Mega Raichu Y

#0026

Other forms of Raichu in the National Pokédex, with their types and base stats.

Mega Evolutions of Raichu, with their types and base stats.

Raichu sprites across all games. Select one to see its Pokédex details for that game.

Games

Pokémon GO

2016

Raichu in Pokémon GO
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon GO
Alolan Raichu in Pokémon GO
Shiny Alolan Raichu in Pokémon GO
Mega Raichu X in Pokémon GO
Shiny Mega Raichu X in Pokémon GO
Mega Raichu Y in Pokémon GO
Shiny Mega Raichu Y in Pokémon GO

Main Series

Legends: Z-A

2025

Raichu in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Shiny Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Mega Raichu X in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Shiny Mega Raichu X in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Mega Raichu Y in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Shiny Mega Raichu Y in Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Scarlet & Violet

2022

Raichu in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
Shiny Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

Legends: Arceus

2022

Raichu in Pokémon Legends: Arceus
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Legends: Arceus

Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

2021

Raichu in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Sword & Shield

2019

Raichu in Pokémon Sword & Shield
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Sword & Shield
Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Sword & Shield
Shiny Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Sword & Shield

Let's Go, Pikachu! & Eevee!

2018

Raichu in Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu! & Eevee!
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu! & Eevee!
Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu! & Eevee!
Shiny Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu! & Eevee!

Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon

2017

Raichu in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Shiny Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon

Sun & Moon

2016

Raichu in Pokémon Sun & Moon
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Sun & Moon
Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Sun & Moon
Shiny Alolan Raichu in Pokémon Sun & Moon

Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire

2014

Raichu in Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire

X & Y

2013

Raichu in Pokémon X & Y
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon X & Y

Black 2 & White 2

2012

Raichu in Pokémon Black 2 & White 2
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Black 2 & White 2

Black & White

2010

Raichu in Pokémon Black & White
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Black & White

HeartGold & SoulSilver

2009

Raichu in Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver

Platinum

2008

Raichu in Pokémon Platinum
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Platinum

Diamond & Pearl

2006

Raichu in Pokémon Diamond & Pearl
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Diamond & Pearl

Emerald

2004

Raichu in Pokémon Emerald
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Emerald

FireRed & LeafGreen

2004

Raichu in Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen

Ruby & Sapphire

2002

Raichu in Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire

Crystal

2000

Raichu in Pokémon Crystal
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Crystal

Gold & Silver

1999

Raichu in Pokémon Gold & Silver
Shiny Raichu in Pokémon Gold & Silver

Yellow

1998

Raichu in Pokémon Yellow

Red & Blue

1996

Raichu in Pokémon Red & Blue

Pick a game to see what Raichu learns there.
Raichu in Legends: Z-A

Moves Raichu learns by leveling up in Legends: Z-A.
Class
Evo.Draining Kiss

The user attacks with a draining kiss that steals HP from targets to restore the user's own HP.

Fairy50--
Evo.Eerie Impulse

The user generates an eerie impulse from its body, which lowers targets' Sp. Atk stats for a while.

Electric---
Evo.Thunder Punch

The user attacks with an electrified punch. This may also leave targets paralyzed.

Electric75--
StartGrowl

The user growls endearingly to make targets less wary, which lowers their Attack stats for a short time.

Normal---
StartQuick Attack

The user attacks by lunging toward targets with blinding speed.

Normal30--
StartTail Whip

The user wags its tail cutely to make targets less wary, which lowers their Defense stats for a short time.

Normal---
StartThunder Shock

The user attacks with a jolt of electricity. This may also leave targets paralyzed.

Electric40--
4Thunder Wave

The user launches a weak jolt of electricity to leave targets paralyzed.

Electric---
12Nuzzle

The user attacks by nuzzling targets with its electrified cheeks. This leaves targets paralyzed.

Electric20--
16Spark

The user attacks by charging into targets while cloaked in electricity. This may also leave targets paralyzed.

Electric65--
20Charm

The user gazes charmingly at targets to make them less wary, which lowers their Attack stats for a while.

Fairy---
25Thunderbolt

The user attacks with a strong electric blast. This may also leave targets paralyzed.

Electric90--
30Charge

The user charges up to boost the power of the next Electric-type move it uses. This also boosts the user's Sp. Def stat for a short time.

Electric---
35Light Screen

The user constructs a wondrous wall of light that will reduce damage taken from special moves for a while. This effect continues even if the user is switched out.

Psychic---
40Thunder

The user attacks by dropping a wicked thunderbolt. This may also leave targets paralyzed.

Electric110--
99Volt Tackle

The user attacks by charging forward while cloaked in electricity. This may leave targets paralyzed. The user will also take some damage.

Electric120--
Moves Raichu can learn from Technical Machines in Legends: Z-A.
Class
TM008Thunder Wave

The user launches a weak jolt of electricity to leave targets paralyzed.

Electric---
TM010Brick Break

The user attacks with a swift chop. This move can also break barriers such as Light Screen and Reflect.

Fighting75--
TM016Light Screen

The user constructs a wondrous wall of light that will reduce damage taken from special moves for a while. This effect continues even if the user is switched out.

Psychic---
TM017Protect

The user takes on a protective stance that prevents incoming attacks from landing.

Normal---
TM020Play Rough

The user attacks by playing rough. This may also lower targets' Attack stats.

Fairy90--
TM023Thunder Punch

The user attacks with an electrified punch. This may also leave targets paralyzed.

Electric75--
TM027Swift

The user attacks by firing star-shaped rays at targets.

Normal60--
TM028Dig

The user attacks by disappearing underground for a short time, then surfacing to strike targets.

Ground80--
TM031Reflect

The user constructs a wondrous wall of light that will reduce damage taken from physical moves for a while. This effect continues even if the user is switched out.

Psychic---
TM032Double Team

The user moves so quickly that it creates illusory copies of itself, allowing the user to evade incoming attacks.

Normal---
TM033Body Slam

The user attacks by dropping onto targets with its full body weight. This may also leave targets paralyzed.

Normal85--
TM035Endure

The user takes a ready stance to endure any attack. While in this stance, the user will be able to take a hit and be left with at least 1 HP without fail.

Normal---
TM039Discharge

The user attacks by letting loose a flare of electricity across a wide area. This may also leave those hit paralyzed.

Electric80--
TM044Hyper Beam

The user attacks by shooting a powerful beam at targets. The recoil will leave the user unable to move for a short time.

Normal150--
TM047Agility

The user relaxes its muscles to make its body feel lighter, increasing the user's movement speed for a short time.

Psychic---
TM055Giga Impact

The user attacks by charging into targets using every bit of its power. The recoil will leave the user unable to move for a short time.

Normal150--
TM066Volt Switch

The user attacks by dishing out a quick blow, then rushes back to its Trainer with incredible speed.

Electric70--
TM067Thunderbolt

The user attacks with a strong electric blast. This may also leave targets paralyzed.

Electric90--
TM073Surf

The user attacks by swamping a wide area with a giant wave.

Water90--
TM083Nasty Plot

The user boosts its Sp. Atk stat for a while by thinking bad thoughts to stimulate its brain.

Dark---
TM085Substitute

The user sacrifices a small amount of HP to create a substitute for itself.

Normal---
TM086Wild Charge

The user attacks by charging forward while cloaked in electricity. The user will also take some damage.

Electric90--
TM087Iron Tail

The user attacks by slamming its hard tail into targets. This may also lower targets' Defense stats.

Steel100--
TM092Dazzling Gleam

The user attacks with a powerful flash of light.

Fairy80--
TM101Electroweb

The user attacks by catching targets in an electrified net. This also makes targets move more slowly for a short time.

Electric55--
TM102Focus Blast

The user attacks by heightening its mental focus to unleash its power. This may also lower targets' Sp. Def stats.

Fighting120--
TM106Thunder

The user attacks by dropping a wicked thunderbolt. This may also leave targets paralyzed.

Electric110--
TM109Facade

The user attacks with a power that is doubled if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, burned, or drowsy.

Normal70--
TM115Trailblaze

The user attacks suddenly as if leaping out from tall grass. The user's nimble footwork also increases its movement speed for a short time.

Grass40--
TM126Magnet Bomb

The user attacks by launching steel bombs that stick to targets.

Steel95--
TM130Charge Beam

The user attacks targets with an electric charge. The residual electricity may also boost the user's Sp. Atk stat.

Electric50--
TM131Drain Punch

The user attacks with an energy-draining punch. The user's HP will be restored by a portion of the damage dealt.

Fighting75--
TM141Fake Out

The user attacks first to make targets flinch. This move only succeeds if it is used first thing upon the user entering a battle.

Normal40--
TM146Skull Bash

The user boosts its Defense stat for a short time by tucking its head in, then attacks by ramming into targets. This move takes some time to carry out.

Normal150--

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