#0447 · Gen 4 · 285 BST
Riolu
A starter-form Fighting-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with modest stats. Common ability: Steadfast.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
115/81/54/49/54/72
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
147/134/101/95/101/123
Abilities
The Pokémon's intensely focused, and that protects the Pokémon from flinching.
Gives priority to a status move.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Riolu
Riolu is a Fighting/None-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with a Base Stat Total of 285. A starter-form Fighting-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with modest stats. Common ability: Steadfast.
Best stat: Attack (70 base)
Riolu's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 70 base Attack and 60 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Attack and 252 into Speed — though its low Speed often warrants Trick Room support instead.
Abilities
- Steadfast
- Inner Focus
- Prankster
How to use Riolu competitively
Open the damage calculator with Riolu selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Riolu appears in the species dropdown. Drop Riolu into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0447 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 4 |
| Type | Fighting / None |
| Abilities | Steadfast, Inner Focus, Prankster |
| Base Stat Total | 285 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 40 / 70 / 40 / 35 / 40 / 60 |