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.
Riolu is a Fighting-type Pokémon. It takes double damage from Flying, Psychic and Fairy, and resists Bug, Rock and Dark. Its base stats add up to 285: the highest is Attack (70) and the lowest is Special Attack (35).
It is the first stage of its evolution line, along with Lucario. Its abilities are Steadfast and Inner Focus, and its Hidden Ability is Prankster. It cannot breed: it is in the Undiscovered egg group. In Scarlet and Violet it learns 16 moves by level-up and 43 by TM.
BASE STATS
ABILITIES
The Pokémon's determination boosts its Speed stat every time it flinches.
The Pokémon's intense focus prevents it from flinching or being affected by Intimidate.
Gives priority to the Pokémon's status moves.