Raichu counters, weaknesses & stats
Type: Electric
Looking for the best counters for Raichu? This page lists the top Pokémon from the Pokémon Champions roster that hit Raichu super-effectively, along with its full base stats, defensive matchups, abilities and weaknesses. Raichu is a Electric-type Pokémon that takes super-effective damage from Ground.
Base stats
- HP
- 60
- Attack
- 90
- Defense
- 55
- Sp. Attack
- 90
- Sp. Defense
- 80
- Speed
- 110
- Total
- 485
Weaknesses
- Ground (×2)
Resistances
- Electric (×0.5)
- Flying (×0.5)
- Steel (×0.5)
Abilities
- Static — Has a 30% chance of paralyzing attacking Pokémon on contact.
- Lightning Rod (hidden) — Redirects single-target electric moves to this Pokémon where possible. Absorbs Electric moves, raising Special Attack one stage.
Top counters vs Raichu
- Camerupt (Fire / Ground)
- Mega Camerupt (Fire / Ground)
- Steelix (Steel / Ground)
- Mega Steelix (Steel / Ground)
- Torterra (Grass / Ground)
- Garchomp (Dragon / Ground)
- Mega Garchomp (Dragon / Ground)
- Hippowdon (Ground)
Frequently asked questions
What is the best counter for Raichu?
Based on STAB type coverage and defensive safety, the top counter in the Pokémon Champions roster is Camerupt. See the full ranked list above for more options.
What are Raichu's weaknesses?
Raichu is weak to Ground.
What type is Raichu?
Raichu is a Electric-type Pokémon.