electric type

Raikou

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#0243 · Gen 2 · BST 580

Electric
Legal M-A
Usage rate
19.8%
Estimated win rate51.6%

Base stats

HP90
Atk85
Def75
SpA115
SpD100
Spe115

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP165
Atk105
Def95
SpA135
SpD120
Spe135

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP165
Atk105
Def95
SpA135
SpD120
Spe135

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 165 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)10595135120135
Lonely115 ▲85 ▼135120135
Brave115 ▲95135120121 ▼
Adamant115 ▲95121 ▼120135
Naughty115 ▲95135108 ▼135
Bold94 ▼104 ▲135120135
Docile(neutral)10595135120135
Relaxed105104 ▲135120121 ▼
Impish105104 ▲121 ▼120135
Lax105104 ▲135108 ▼135
Timid94 ▼95135120148 ▲
Hasty10585 ▼135120148 ▲
Serious(neutral)10595135120135
Jolly10595121 ▼120148 ▲
Naive10595135108 ▼148 ▲
Modest94 ▼95148 ▲120135
Mild10585 ▼148 ▲120135
Quiet10595148 ▲120121 ▼
Bashful(neutral)10595135120135
Rash10595148 ▲108 ▼135
Calm94 ▼95135132 ▲135
Gentle10585 ▼135132 ▲135
Sassy10595135132 ▲121 ▼
Careful10595121 ▼132 ▲135
Quirky(neutral)10595135120135

Role · Legality

Special AttackerSpeed Control

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Raikou is a Electric-type Pokémon that tends to fit a special attacker role in VGC, commonly paired with Yveltal and checked by Zygarde Mega. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Electric-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Yveltal

Weaknesses

  • − Depends on team support
  • − Matchup dependent
  • − Watch out for Zygarde Mega

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Raikou's role in the current VGC metagame. Check the base stats and Level 50 benchmarks to plan your EV spreads. Review common moves, items, abilities and Tera types to see what the community uses most. The partners section shows which Pokémon pair well with Raikou, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.

Team building guide →Damage calculator →Matchup analysis →

Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.

Common builds & options

Moves

  • electric type
    Special

    Consistent Electric STAB.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • electric type
    Special

    Powerful Electric STAB; perfect accuracy in rain.

    Pow
    110
    Acc
    70%
    PP
    10
  • ice type
    Special

    Premier Ice coverage with a freeze chance.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Special

    Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ghost type
    Special

    Special Ghost STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15

Abilities

PressureInner Focus

Items

Choice SpecsLife OrbAssault Vest

Tera Types

Electric

Suggested usage notes

Raikou performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Special Attacker and Speed Control Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Raikouwith Pokémon that cover its type weaknesses (see counters section below) and provide the speed control or redirection it needs to function. Review the common moves and items section for established sets, then adjust based on your team's specific needs.

How to read matchups →Team builder →

Partners · Counters · Checks

Partners

Counters

Checks

Frequently asked questions

＋Is Raikou good in ChampionsVGC?

Raikou can fit a special attacker role, commonly alongside Yveltal and kept in check by Zygarde Mega. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

＋What types is Raikou?

Raikou is Electric-type.

ⓘAll figures are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee competitive results. Matchups are situational.