Biology
Physiology
Riolu is a small, blue, dog-like Pokémon. Its legs and torso are colored black. Riolu's tail is blue and it has a yellow collar. There are rounded bumps on the backs of Riolu's forepaws, which could be the beginnings of the spikes on Lucario's forepaws. Riolu has a black "mask" and red eyes. Like Lucario, Riolu stands on its toes instead of its entire foot.
Gender differences
None.
Special abilities
Riolu are sensitive to a special type of energy called Aura. Riolu's evolved form, Lucario, can use these waves to attack, or study these waves to predict the movements of their opponents, and use them to track anyone. However, Riolu does not have the ability to fully use these powers, although it can still emanate these waves to communicate and sense them - albeit only in "ripples" as opposed to the "waves" of energy its evolution can sense and guide. Most notably, it cannot learn Aura Sphere naturally, a move that Lucario learns that is often attributed to its aura powers, although through Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia, a Level 30 Riolu that knows Aura Sphere can be obtained though a special mission. Riolu does have a remarkably similar movepool to the Hitmons.
Like almost all Fighting-type Pokémon, Riolu naturally has superhuman strength, stamina, and endurance and is capable of making long journeys on foot in a short amount of time.
Behavior
Riolu are playful, energetic, and loyal.
Habitat
Wild Riolu are only known to reside in the Challenger's Cave in Unova. Some have also been imported to Johto's Safari Zone.
Diet
- Main article: Pokémon food
In the animeIn the mangaIn the TCGOther appearances
Riolu appears as a trophy.
Trophy Information
"An Emanation Pokémon. It constantly emits Aura energy. When it's frightened or sad, this energy grows stronger and informs its companions of its situation. It's known for its very flexible yet surpassingly powerful body. Thanks to its strength, it can crest three mountains and cross two canyons in a single night. When it levels up, it evolves into Lucario."
Game data
Pokédex entries
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
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Generation IV
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Diamond
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The aura that emanates from its body intensifies to alert others if it is afraid or sad.
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Pearl
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Its body is little yet powerful. It can crest three mountains and cross two canyons in one night.
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Platinum
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It has the peculiar power of being able to see emotions such as joy and rage in the form of waves.
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HeartGold
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They communicate with one another using their auras. They are able to run all through the night.
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SoulSilver
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Generation V
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Black
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It has the peculiar power of being able to see emotions such as joy and rage in the form of waves.
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White
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Black 2
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White 2
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Game locations
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
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In side games
Riolu will not appear in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Darkness until a rescue mission involving it has been completed, using the following Wonder Mail code:
- 9@CP 15N4 FH&5
- -0%Y +91@ #PCK
- Objective: Rescue Riolu on floor 6 of Crystal Cave.
Stats
Base stats
Stat
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Range
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At Lv. 50
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At Lv. 100
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40
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100 - 147
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190 - 284
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70
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67 - 134
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130 - 262
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40
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40 - 101
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76 - 196
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35
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36 - 95
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67 - 185
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40
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40 - 101
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76 - 196
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60
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58 - 123
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112 - 240
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Total: 285
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Other Pokémon with this total
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- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
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Pokéathlon stats
Type effectiveness
Under normal battle conditions in Generation V, this Pokémon is:
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Learnset
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Riolu
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Riolu
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
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This Pokémon learns no moves by tutoring.
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- A black abbreviation in a colored box indicates that Riolu can be tutored the move in that game
- A colored abbreviation in a white box indicates that Riolu cannot be tutored the move in that game
- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Riolu
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Riolu
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations
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Side game data
Evolution
Sprites
Trivia
Origin
Riolu appears to be based on the Egyptian god Anubis, who has the head of a jackal. It may also be based on a racoon due to the mask-like markings on its face and its small pointed ears.
Name origin
Riolu's name is simply Lucario's name with the last two syllables placed in the front and the ca part taken out altogether.
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