Riolu • Generation IV Pokédex
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Riolu

Riolu's Type
Riolu's Pokédex #s
- National #
- 447
- Galar #
- 298
- Armor #
- --
- Crown #
- 134
- Sinnoh #
- 115
Riolu's Base Stats
- HP:
- 40
- Attack:
- 70
- Defense:
- 40
- Sp. Atk:
- 35
- Sp. Def:
- 40
- Speed:
- 60
- Total:
- 285
Misc. Info
- Height:
- 2'4" (0.7m)
- Weight:
- 44.5 lbs. (20.2 kg)
- Gender Ratio:
- Egg Groups:
- Undiscovered
- EXP At Lv. 100:
- 1,059,680
- EV Yield:
- 1 Attack
- Base EXP:
- 57
- Catch Rate:
- 75
- Base Happiness:
- 70
Riolu's Abilities
Here are what abilities Riolu can possibly have, along with their effects.
- Steadfast
- Raises Riolu's Speed by one stage whenever it flinches.
- Inner Focus
- Riolu cannot flinch.
- Prankster
- Riolu's status moves have their priority increased by one stage, but fail if used against a Dark-type Pokémon.
Weaknesses & Resistances
Below is a list of what Riolu's weakness and resistance is to various types.
- 2×
- ½
Riolu's Moves
Below is a list of all of the moves that Riolu can learn, along with what level it learns the move, the TM or TR number, and what egg moves it can learn, if any. Hover over a move (desktop/laptop) or click the ? button next to the move (mobile/tablet) to find out more about the move.
Riolu's Detailed Stats
Below you'll find a more detailed table containing Riolu's calculated stats, which are the stats that you actually see displayed in game. These are affected by a variety of things, such as level, Effort Values (EVs), Individual Values (IVs), and Riolu's Nature.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Riolu is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Riolu is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
Stats at level 100 |
0 EVs | 252+ EVs | Base Stat | ||
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Min | Max | Min | Max | ||
HP | 190 | 221 | 253 | 284 | 40 |
Attack | 145 | 176 | 208 | 239 | 70 |
Defense | 85 | 116 | 148 | 179 | 40 |
Sp. Atk | 75 | 106 | 138 | 169 | 35 |
Sp. Def | 85 | 116 | 148 | 179 | 40 |
Speed | 125 | 156 | 188 | 219 | 60 |
Total | 285 |
Where to Find Riolu
If you're looking for where to find Riolu, you'll find the various methods listed down below, along with any notes or special locations. This should help you figure out how to get Riolu in Pokémon Sword & Shield. (Currently this does not show most "strong" static encounters or Max Raid Battles.)
Riolu in the Wild
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Pokédex Entries for Riolu
Generation 4 Pokédex Entries
Diamond
The aura that emanates from its body intensifies to alert others if it is afraid or sad.
Pearl
Its body is lithe yet powerful. It can crest three mountains and cross two canyons in one night.
Platinum
It has the peculiar power of being able to see emotions such as joy and rage in the form of waves.
HeartGold
SoulSilver
They communicate with one another using their auras. They are able to run all through the night.