Lucario is one of the most popular Pokemon ever created. Its Steel/Fighting typing is unique, its Aura Sphere signature move is iconic, and its Mega Evolution has Adaptability — which doubles STAB damage from 1.5x to 2x.
How to Evolve Riolu
Riolu evolves into Lucario through friendship during the day. Max affection is achieved by walking with it in your party, winning battles, using vitamins, and avoiding fainting. In Pokeworld, raising happiness takes about 2-3 hours of active play.
Base Stats
Lucario has 70 HP, 110 Attack, 70 Defense, 115 Sp.Atk, 70 Sp.Def, and 90 Speed. It\'s a mixed attacker — both physical and special builds are viable. Standard Lucario hits hard but is frail; you need to use it aggressively and switch often.
Mega Lucario Is Terrifying
Mega Lucario\'s ability is Adaptability, doubling STAB bonus. Combined with its 145 Attack and 140 Sp.Atk, it becomes one of the best wallbreakers in the game. Close Combat does roughly 1.67x damage after STAB and Adaptability, one-shotting most non-Ghost walls.
Best Moveset
Swords Dance, Close Combat, Meteor Mash, Extreme Speed. Extreme Speed priority is crucial for picking off faster Pokemon. Special builds use Aura Sphere, Flash Cannon, Vacuum Wave, and Nasty Plot.
Counters
Ground and Fire types threaten Lucario heavily. Pokemon like Hippowdon, Landorus, and Heatran can eat a Close Combat and retaliate. Ghost types are immune to Fighting moves entirely, forcing Lucario to rely on Meteor Mash or Flash Cannon.