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Riolu is a Fighting-type Pokemon and part of the Pokemon Legends: Arceus Hisui Pokedex. This Pokedex page covers how to get Riolu, Riolu's evolution, Riolu's Pokedex entry, and more in Pokemon Legends: Arceus.

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  • Riolu Pokedex Entry
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  • Riolu Evolution
  • Riolu Items Carried and Preferred Foods

Riolu Pokedex Entry

"Though infantile in appearance, it has the mysterious ability to read the minds of humans. The pure of heart are met with Riolu’s approval, while those of ill nature earn only its loathing."

Name TypeCategoryHisui Pokedex Number
RioluFighting.pngEmanation Pokemon No. 223

Riolu Base Stats

These base stats are from previous Pokemon games, so they aren't mathematically accurate in Pokemon Legends: Arceus, but they still are useful for comparative purposes.
HP Atk Def
40 70 40
Sp.Atk Sp.Def Speed
35 40 60

Riolu Location - How to Get Riolu

Obsidian FieldlandsCrimson Mirelands
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Cobalt CoastlandsCoronet Highlands
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Alabaster Icelands
  • Icebound Falls
  • Snowfall Hot Spring

Riolu Evolution

Riolu evolves into Lucario.

Riolu➝ Lucario
Riolu.jpgHigh Friendship + DaytimeLucario.jpg

Riolu Items Carried and Preferred Foods

Preferred FoodItems CarriedItems Carried (Alpha)
  • Dazzling Honey
  • Hearty Grains
  • Plump Beans
  • Iron Chunk
  • Ball of Mud
  • Exp. Candy S
  • Seed of Mastery
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