How to Get Lucario in Pokémon Diamond, Pearl and Platinum

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This is a guide on how to get Lucario by evolving Riolu in Pokémon Pearl.

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    You should see a sailor and a boat, which can take you to Iron Island.
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    He should ask you if you want to set sail.
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    Take the right one.
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    Maneuver your trainer to the platform on the southeast part of the cave, and wait until the platform sinks onto the lower floor.
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    Take the left one.
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    Your partner should give you an egg that will hatch into Riolu here. Exit the cave through the left doorway.
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    Make the egg hatch by walking around with it in your party Pokémon. When it hatches, you will have a Riolu.
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    Your Riolu should evolve into a Lucario.
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