# Riolu - Gen 9 Battle Stadium Singles Regulation Set I Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Riolu in Gen 9 Battle Stadium Singles Regulation Set I. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 Battle Stadium Singles Regulation Set I (`homebss`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | homebss |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebss/Riolu)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/homebss/Riolu
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 Battle Stadium Singles Regulation Set I Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebss)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/homebss](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/homebss)

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## Common Moves
- **Upper Hand**: 98.7%
- **Copycat**: 98.7%
- **Endure**: 98.7%
- **Dig**: 98.7%
- **Metal Claw**: 1.3%
- **Counter**: 1.3%
- **Feint**: 1.3%
- **Work Up**: 1.3%

## Common Abilities
- **Prankster**: 100.0%

## Common Items
- **Lagging Tail**: 100.0%

## Common Teammates
- **Reuniclus**: undefined%
- **Geodude**: undefined%
- **Giratina**: undefined%
- **Miraidon**: undefined%
- **Forretress**: undefined%
- **Lunala**: undefined%

## FAQ for Riolu in homebss-1760

### What are the top moves for Riolu?
The most common moves for Riolu are Upper Hand, Copycat, Endure, Dig. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Riolu?
Riolu is frequently paired with Reuniclus, Geodude, Giratina, Miraidon. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Riolu?
The most common Tera Types for Riolu are Flying. Specifically, Tera Flying is used in 100.0% of builds.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Riolu?
The most common nature for Riolu is **Brave**.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Riolu?
Riolu is most effectively run with the ability **Prankster** (100.0%) and the item **Lagging Tail** (100.0%).

### What is the most common role for Riolu?
Based on common item usage (Lagging Tail), Riolu often functions as a **tactical** in the homebss-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Riolu?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 40 |
| Attack | 70 |
| Defense | 40 |
| Sp. Atk | 35 |
| Sp. Def | 40 |
| Speed | 60 |
| **BST** | **285** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Riolu on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebss/Riolu) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 Battle Stadium Singles Regulation Set I Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebss) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/homebss) - Build teams with Riolu
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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