The latest games in the Pokemon series, Scarlet & Violet, introduce the new ninth generation of Pokemon. The ultimate goal of every Pokémon game is to complete the Pokedex, and trainers are looking for everything to complete it. Together with them, trainers are looking for even those that are not in the Pokedex. Alolan Raichu is one such fan-favorite regional variant of the Electric-type Pokémon. If you too are looking for ways to catch him, look no further. In this article, we’ll walk you through how to get Alolan Raichu in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
How to get Alolan Raichu in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
This variant was introduced in Pokemon Sun and Moon as part of Generation 7. To get Alolan Raichu in Scarlet & Violet, you must transfer it through Pokemon HOME. This is a cloud storage space for your Pokémon in various games such as Legends Arceus. Unfortunately, this service is not yet available in Scarlet and Violet. It will be added to these new titles in spring 2023.
Compared to the regular variant, this variant has rounded ears and a tail. It also has a brownish-yellow body instead of the usual orange. In terms of statistics, there is a slight difference between the two. Here are Alolan Raichu’s stats in Scarlet and Purple.
- HP: 60
- Attack: 85
- Protection: 50
- Sp. Attack: 95
- Sp. Protection: 85
- Speed: 110
Due to his Electric/Psychic dual type, he can also use the Magic Coat, Magic Roon, Recycle, Telekinesis, and Ally Switch moves, which are exclusive to the Psychic type. This makes this Pokémon even more desirable. Other types of alolan that you can catch:
- Diglett
- Dugtrio
- meowth
- Persian
- Grimer
- Mook
That’s all from us on how to get Alolan Raichu in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. For more helpful guides like How to Catch Ayskew and How to Beat Larry of the Elite Four, visit our Pokemon SV section soon.