Stats & Training
The stat budget goes to damage. Sp. Atk and Attack carry the offense, HP doesn't even come close. An Aura Pokemon on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve, worth 2 Attack and Sp. Atk EVs per KO.
It controls waves known as auras, which are powerful enough to pulverize huge rocks. It uses these waves to take down its prey.
It can tell what people are thinking. Only Trainers who have justice in their hearts can earn this Pokémon’s trust.
Lucario Weakness
Lucario is weak to Fire, Fighting, and Ground. On the flip side, it's immune to Poison-type moves entirely. With 8 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. Lucario leans offensive (base 110 Atk) rather than trying to tank its weaknesses.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Fighting, Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Grass, Ice, Dragon, Dark, Steel |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Bug, Rock |
| 0x (Immune) | Poison |
In Sword & Shield, Runerigus's Poltergeist hits Lucario for 40-47%. Incineroar threatens a KO with Flare Blitz (139-164%). Gurdurr deals 75-88% with Drain Punch.
 Runerigus GroundGhost | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityWanderingspirit ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Lucario View Runerigus builds →Poltergeist40-47% | ||
 Incineroar FireDark | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemSitrus Berry NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Lucario View Incineroar builds →Knock Off19-22% Flare Blitz 2x139-164%KO | ||
 Gurdurr Fighting | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityGuts ItemEviolite NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Lucario View Gurdurr builds →Drain Punch 2x75-88% Knock Off11-13% Mach Punch 2x40-48% | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Lucario View Volcarona builds →Psychic39-46% | ||
 Machamp Fighting | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityNoguard ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Lucario View Machamp builds →Bullet Punch9-10% Rock Slide8-9% Knock Off14-16% | ||
Sword & Shield Evolution
Evolved from Riolu. Lucario is the final form in this two-stage line. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. Sp.Atk grew the most through evolution (+80 over Riolu), and Lucario peaks at 525 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Lucario to get Riolu eggs using 152 partners from the Ground and Humanshape egg groups. Notable egg moves include Bite, Bullet Punch, Circle Throw and 6 more.
Sword & Shield Lucario Best Moveset
Lucario runs a standard physical attacker set. Adamant nature with Defense and Sp. Def investment EVs shapes the build, while Life Orb brings extra damage on every hit for a health trade. Justified supports the kit from the background.
Best Build
Lucario best EVs are Defense and Sp. Def
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Bullet Punch
- Protect
- Aura Sphere
- Extreme Speed
Recommended Teammates
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Meteor Mash
- Extreme Speed
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
Moves
The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 11 types means almost nothing walls Lucario cleanly, with High Jump Kick and Close Combat anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Lucario in Sword & Shield
Can't catch Lucario directly. Start with Riolu at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve with high friendship. The 2-stage line from Riolu to Lucario is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Lucario in Sword & Shield
The path to Lucario starts with Riolu at Lv. 28-65 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch RioluGiant's CapShieldOverworld Lv.28-305%MidSnowstormGiant's CapSwordOverworld Lv.28-305%MidSnowstormGiant's Cap - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.28-305%MidSnowstormGiant's Cap - 2SwordOverworld Lv.28-305%MidSnowstormGiant's Cap - 3SwordOverworld Lv.29-325%MidSnowstormGiant's Cap - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.29-325%MidSnowstormRoaring-Sea CavesSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Cave5%PostAll WeatherRoaring-Sea CavesShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Cave5%PostAll Weather
Step 2Lucario ✓
Lucario Guide
For Sword & Shield, we rate Lucario B-Tier: a solid option in Sword & Shield for the right team. At 525 BST, it fits the cannon role. Bullet Punch with Life Orb is the standard set.
Mega Evolution isn't available in Sword & Shield, but Lucario does have a Mega form in Gen 6-7 games (X/Y, ORAS, Sun/Moon). Mega Lucario hits 625 BST.
Steadfast is the go-to ability for Lucario. It raises Speed one stage upon flinching. Its hidden ability Justified can work in specific setups. Inner Focus is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Base 90 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Lucario is a mixed attacker with base 110 Attack and 115 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a cannon.
Game Availability
Since debuting in Diamond & Pearl, Lucario has appeared in 14 titles over 7 generations. Along the way, it received a Mega form in Generation 7, keeping it relevant across different competitive metas.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORASMega
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves