Riolu

🎯 Best Counters Against Riolu

Top Pokémon to use when battling Riolu in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Deoxys	Psychic	345	115	137	3,615
2	Mewtwo	Psychic	300	182	214	4,780
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
6	Alakazam	Psychic	271	167	146	3,498
7	Azelf	Psychic	270	151	181	3,673
8	Latios	Dragon Psychic	268	212	190	4,362
9	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
10	Espeon	Psychic	261	175	163	3,626

📖 Complete Riolu Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Riolu (#447) is a Fighting-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,136 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Riolu has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Riolu in 2026.

📊 Riolu Stats Analysis

Riolu's Attack stat is 127 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Riolu may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 78 Defense (Below Average) and 120 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 325. Trainers should be mindful of Riolu's limited bulk. Compared to other Fighting-type Pokémon, Riolu's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Riolu Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Riolu depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Counter (Fast) with Brick Break (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.

For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Riolu has 2 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Riolu PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Riolu can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Fighting typing provides useful matchups against Bug, Rock, Dark-type threats while being weak to Flying, Psychic, Fairy types.

Master League

In Master League, Riolu faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Riolu Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Riolu's effectiveness depends on its typing and 127 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Riolu use Flying, Psychic-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Riolu in Pokémon GO

Riolu can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Riolu Evolution Guide

Riolu is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Riolu (#447) ← current
• Lucario (#448) — 50 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

✨ Shiny Riolu in Pokémon GO

Shiny Riolu is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Riolu gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (653 - 709 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 75K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
• Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
• Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.

❓ FAQ About Riolu

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Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.