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'''Riolu''' (Japanese: '''リオル''' ''Riolu'') is a {{Type|Fighting}}-type [[Baby Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation IV]].
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'''Riolu''' (Japanese: '''リオル''' ''Rioru'') is a {{Type|Fighting}}-type [[Baby Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation IV]].
   
 
==Biology==
  
==Biology==
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===Appearance===
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===Physiology===
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Riolu is a black and blue, dog-like Pokémon nearing two and a half feet. Its appearance is similar to its evolved form Lucario, though there are some differences. Its legs and torso are colored black while its head, lower body and tail are blue. Riolu have large, rounded bumps on the backs of its forepaws, placed in a similar fashion to Lucario's spikes. Riolu also have a black "mask" with two black appendages on either side, and red eyes.
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Riolu is a black and blue, dog-like Pokémon nearing two and a half feet. Its appearance is similar to its evolved form [[Lucario]], though there are some differences. Its legs and torso are colored black while its head, lower body and tail are blue. Riolu have large, rounded bumps on the backs of its forepaws, placed in a similar fashion to Lucario's spikes. Riolu also have a black "mask" with two black appendages on either side, and red eyes.
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==Special Abilities==
  
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[[File:RioluAuraSphere.jpg|thumb|right|Riolu charging its [[Aura Sphere]] in the anime.]]
  
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Riolu are sensitive to a special type of energy called Aura as Lucario is. Riolu's evolved form, [[Lucario]], can use these waves for attacks, tracking, or to predict future moves. However, Riolu does not have the full potential of these powers, using them as described in ripples rather than waves. Moves such as [[Aura Sphere]] or [[Detect]] can not be learned by Riolu due to its inability to fully use the power of aura.
  
   
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===Natural abilities===
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==Appearances==
  
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[[File:RioluAuraSphere.jpg|thumb|right|Riolu charging its [[Aura Sphere]] in the anime.]] Riolu are sensitive to a special type of energy called Aura as Lucario is. Riolu's evolved form, Lucario, can use these waves for attacks, tracking, or to predict future moves. However, Riolu does not have the full potential of these powers, using them as described in ripples rather than waves. Moves such as [[Aura Sphere]] or [[Detect]] can not be learned by Riolu due to its inability to fully use the power of Aura. There is at least one exception to this rule, however.
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===In the Anime===
  
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[[Image:Ash&Riolu.jpg|thumb|left|Ash and Riolu]]
  
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In the anime, Riolu has made an appearance during Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Parts One and Two, which aired as a one hour special commemorating the release of Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia. This Riolu had been trained to use Aura Sphere and was unnaturally strong. It was taken away from its owner by a group that wanted to exploit it but Ash and co. returned it, with Kellyn's help. This Riolu developed a strong bond with Ash.
  
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===In the Manga===
  
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In the Pokémon Adventures manga, Maylene has a Riolu. It is seen using Drain Punch against Pearl's Monferno, who Platinum borrowed in order to fight her. Then, when Diamond's is traveling alone, he is given an egg by Riley, which eventually hatched into a Riolu. In Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure! Hareta gained a Riolu egg in Serious Training on Iron Island which hatched into a Riolu later on in that chapter.
  
   
 
==Evolution==
  
==Evolution==
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'''Riolu''' evolves into [[Lucario]] when you level it up during the day with high happiness.
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'''Riolu''' evolves into Lucario when you level it up during the day with high [[friendship]].
   
 
==Game Info==
  
==Game Info==
 
===Game Locations===
  
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|diamond=The aura that emanates from its body intensifies to alert others if it is afraid or sad.
 
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|white 2=It uses the shapes of auras, which change according to emotion, to communicate with others.
  
|white 2=It uses the shapes of auras, which change according to emotion, to communicate with others.
 
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===Stats===
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===Learnset===
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{{Movessetmid|29|'''[[Reversal]]'''|-|100|15|Fighting|Physical}}
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==Origins==
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==Appearances==
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===Anime===
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Riolu's name is simply based on [[Lucario]]'s name, switching "Rio" with "Lu" and leaving out "Ca".
  
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{{main|Riolu (anime)|Cameron's Lucario}}
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[[File:Ash&Riolu.jpg|thumb|Ash and Riolu]] In the anime, Riolu has made an appearance during [[DP071: Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part 1|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Parts One]] and [[DP072: Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part 2|Two]], which aired as a one hour special commemorating the release of [[Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia]]. This [[Riolu (anime)|Riolu]] had been trained to use [[Aura Sphere]] and was unnaturally strong. It was taken away from its owner by a group that wanted to exploit it but [[Ash Ketchum|Ash]] and co. returned it, with [[Kellyn (anime)|Kellyn]]'s help. This Riolu developed a strong bond with Ash.
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===Manga===
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In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, [[Maylene (Adventures)|Maylene]] has a Riolu. It is seen using [[Drain Punch]] against [[Chimler|Pearl's Monferno]], who [[Platinum (Adventures)|Platinum]] borrowed in order to fight her. Then, when [[Diamond (Adventures)|Diamond]]'s is traveling alone, he is given an egg by Riley, which eventually hatched into a Riolu. In [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure!]] [[Hareta]] gained a Riolu egg in Serious Training on Iron Island which hatched into a [[Hareta's Lucario|Riolu]] later on in that chapter.
   
 
==Trivia==
  
==Trivia==
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*Riolu is the only pure {{Type|Fighting}}-type [[Pokémon]] whose evolved form is not a pure {{Type|Fighting}}-type, but instead a {{Type|Fighting}}and {{Type|Steel}}.
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*Riolu is the only pure {{Type|Fighting}}-type [[Pokémon]] whose evolved form is not a pure {{Type|Fighting}}-type, but instead a {{Type|Fighting}} and {{Type|Steel}}.
 
*Both of Riolu's abilities have something to do with flinching. [[Steadfast]] increases Riolu's speed when it flinches while [[Inner Focus]] prevents it from flinching.
  
*Both of Riolu's abilities have something to do with flinching. [[Steadfast]] increases Riolu's speed when it flinches while [[Inner Focus]] prevents it from flinching.
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**This means, that in the Pokemon Mystery Dungeon Series where Pokémon have both of their abilities, [[Inner Focus]] prevents [[Steadfast]] from ever activating.
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**This means, that in the [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon]] Series where Pokémon have both of their abilities, [[Inner Focus]] prevents [[Steadfast]] from ever activating.
 
*Riolu is the only Fighting Pokémon playable in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]].
  
*Riolu is the only Fighting Pokémon playable in [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]].
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*The Riolu in [[DP071: Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part 1|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu!]] is said to have an identical Aura with Ash. In'' Lucario and the Mystery of Mew (hyperlink needed here)'' Lucario says that Ash's Aura is the same as Sir Aaron's. Therefore, The Riolu has the same Aura as Sir Aaron.
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*Although both Riolu and Lucario were released in the same generation, Riolu is counted as a Baby Pokémon.
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===Origins===
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Riolu's name is simply based on Lucario's name, switching "Rio" with "Lu" and leaving out "Ca".
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==Gallery==
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Revision as of 12:58, 23 April 2016

Riolu (Japanese: リオル Rioru) is a Fighting-type Baby Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

Biology

Physiology

Riolu is a black and blue, dog-like Pokémon nearing two and a half feet. Its appearance is similar to its evolved form Lucario, though there are some differences. Its legs and torso are colored black while its head, lower body and tail are blue. Riolu have large, rounded bumps on the backs of its forepaws, placed in a similar fashion to Lucario's spikes. Riolu also have a black "mask" with two black appendages on either side, and red eyes.

Natural abilities

File:RioluAuraSphere.jpg

Riolu charging its Aura Sphere in the anime.

Riolu are sensitive to a special type of energy called Aura as Lucario is. Riolu's evolved form, Lucario, can use these waves for attacks, tracking, or to predict future moves. However, Riolu does not have the full potential of these powers, using them as described in ripples rather than waves. Moves such as Aura Sphere or Detect can not be learned by Riolu due to its inability to fully use the power of Aura. There is at least one exception to this rule, however.

Evolution

Riolu evolves into Lucario when you level it up during the day with high friendship.

Game Info

Game Locations

Locations
Version(s) Area(s) Rarity
Diamond and Pearl Egg on Iron Island One
Platinum Egg on Iron Island One
HeartGold and SoulSilver Safari Zone Rare
Black and White Challenger's Cave Rare
Black 2 and White 2 Floccesy Ranch Rare
X and Y Route 22 Rare
Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Trade None

Pokédex Entries

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Stats

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Learnset

Leveling

LevelingGeneration IX
Level Move Power Accuracy PP Type Cat. Contest Cat. Appeal Jam
1 Foresight - -% 40 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
1 Quick Attack 40 100% 30 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
1 Endure - -% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
6 Counter - 100% 20 Type Fighting HOME Fighting Physical
11 Feint 30 100% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
15 Force Palm 60 100% 10 Type Fighting HOME Fighting Physical
19 Copycat - -% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
24 Screech - 85% 40 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
29 Reversal - 100% 15 Type Fighting HOME Fighting Physical
47 Nasty Plot - -% 20 Type Dark HOME Dark Status
50 Final Gambit - 100% 5 Type Fighting HOME Fighting Special
Bold indicates this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.
Italic indicates an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.

Sprites

Template:GenIVPokéSprites

Appearances

Anime

Main articles: Riolu (anime) and Cameron's Lucario
Ash&Riolu

Ash and Riolu

In the anime, Riolu has made an appearance during Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Parts One and Two, which aired as a one hour special commemorating the release of Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia. This Riolu had been trained to use Aura Sphere and was unnaturally strong. It was taken away from its owner by a group that wanted to exploit it but Ash and co. returned it, with Kellyn's help. This Riolu developed a strong bond with Ash.

Manga

In the Pokémon Adventures manga, Maylene has a Riolu. It is seen using Drain Punch against Pearl's Monferno, who Platinum borrowed in order to fight her. Then, when Diamond's is traveling alone, he is given an egg by Riley, which eventually hatched into a Riolu. In Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure! Hareta gained a Riolu egg in Serious Training on Iron Island which hatched into a Riolu later on in that chapter.

Trivia

  • Although both Riolu and Lucario were released in the same generation, Riolu is counted as a Baby Pokémon.

Origins

Riolu's name is simply based on Lucario's name, switching "Rio" with "Lu" and leaving out "Ca".

Gallery

See also

Template:GenIVnav

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