#011 · Mouse Pokémon
Raichu
Lumiose City — Plaza District
Evolves from Pikachu (Thunder Stone)
Quick Answers
Does Raichu Mega Evolve in Z-A?
Yes — Raichu (Mega X) and Raichu (Mega Y) are brand new Mega Evolutions introduced in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, featured in the Mega Dimension main visual.
How do you get Mega Raichu in Z-A?
Evolve a Pikachu with a Thunder Stone, then use the Raichunite (X) or Raichunite (Y) Mega Stone obtained through Z-A story missions.
About Raichu
Raichu's long tail channels powerful electric currents. In Z-A it gains not one but two Mega Evolutions: Raichu (Mega X) and Raichu (Mega Y), each with distinct stats and coverage — the flagship Mega Dimension Pokémon of the game's main visual.
Raichu Base Stats
Raichu Type Weaknesses
Type effectiveness multipliers. Resistances (Electric ×0.5, Flying ×0.5, Steel ×0.5).
Abilities
Evolution & Mega Evolution
Raichu can Mega Evolve into Raichu-mega-x — one of the new Z-A Mega forms.
Related Pokémon
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the differences between Mega Raichu X and Y?
Mega Raichu Y is a fast special attacker with boosted Speed, while Mega Raichu X leans physical with stronger Attack and bulk. Both stay Electric-type.