Encounter locations
| Region | Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanto | Route 11 | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Unova | Challenger's Cave (zone 353) | WalkingRequires Unova wild encounters to be enabled; spring encounters | 49–50 |
| Unova | Challenger's Cave (zone 354) | WalkingRequires Unova wild encounters to be enabled; spring encounters | 49–50 |
| Unova | Dragonspiral Tower | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Unova | Mistralton Cave | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Unova | Route 10 | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
This Pokémon is eligible for Mirage Rifts. Each opening rolls its own pool, so check active portals on the Town Map.
Check the Town Map to see which swarms are active.
This guide covers documented encounter tables and selected story events. Other scripted gifts or events may also award this Pokémon.
Natures
Randomly generated Pokémon can have any of the 25 natures. Twenty raise one stat by 10% and lower another by 10%. Five are neutral. HP stays the same.
View all 25 natures and stat effects
| Nature | Raises (+10%) | Lowers (−10%) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardy | — | — |
| Lonely | Attack | Defense |
| Brave | Attack | Speed |
| Adamant | Attack | Special Attack |
| Naughty | Attack | Special Defense |
| Bold | Defense | Attack |
| Docile | — | — |
| Relaxed | Defense | Speed |
| Impish | Defense | Special Attack |
| Lax | Defense | Special Defense |
| Timid | Speed | Attack |
| Hasty | Speed | Defense |
| Serious | — | — |
| Jolly | Speed | Special Attack |
| Naive | Speed | Special Defense |
| Modest | Special Attack | Attack |
| Mild | Special Attack | Defense |
| Quiet | Special Attack | Speed |
| Bashful | — | — |
| Rash | Special Attack | Special Defense |
| Calm | Special Defense | Attack |
| Gentle | Special Defense | Defense |
| Sassy | Special Defense | Speed |
| Careful | Special Defense | Special Attack |
| Quirky | — | — |
Stats and abilities
- HP
- 40
- Attack
- 70
- Defense
- 40
- Sp. Attack
- 35
- Sp. Defense
- 40
- Speed
- 60
Abilities · Steadfast / Inner Focus
Hidden ability · Prankster
Size · 0.7 m · 20.2 kg
Evolution and forms
- Into Lucario · At least 220 friendship during the day
Level-up moves
View level-up moves for Riolu
| Level | Move |
|---|---|
| 1 | Quick Attack |
| 1 | Endure |
| 4 | Feint |
| 8 | Metal Claw |
| 12 | Counter |
| 16 | Work Up |
| 20 | Rock Smash |
| 24 | Vacuum Wave |
| 28 | Screech |
| 32 | Quick Guard |
| 36 | Force Palm |
| 40 | Swords Dance |
| 44 | Helping Hand |
| 48 | Copycat |
| 52 | Final Gambit |
| 56 | Reversal |