Riolu is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with 50 HP. It is illustrated by artist Masakazu Fukuda and is part of the POP Series 8 set, released in the mid-2000s…
Set: POP Series 8
Number: 16/17
Rarity: Common
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About the Riolu Pokémon Card
Riolu is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the POP Series 8 set, part of the POP series. It carries the collector number 16/17 and is classified as Common. The POP Series 8 set was released on September 1, 2008.
Within the POP Series 8 set, Riolu currently carries the highest market price of any card. The card includes the flavor text: “Its body is lithe yet powerful. It can crest three mountains and cross two canyons in one night.”.
Riolu Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Riolu
Card number: 16/17
Set: POP Series 8
Series: POP
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Fighting
HP: 50
Artist: Masakazu Fukuda
Release date: September 1, 2008
National Pokédex number: 447
Why Collect the Riolu Pokémon Card?
Riolu is most often collected as part of a complete POP Series 8 set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set, and this card already commands the top market price within its set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Riolu Pokémon Card
Riolu was illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Riolu Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Riolu is about $35.00. Recent listings range from roughly
9.99 (low) to 9.99 (high), with a mid-point near 9.99. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the POP Series 8 set has a median card value near $9.82 and an average near
2.65, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +217% over the last 7 days and +181% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the POP Series 8 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Riolu Pokémon Card
Whether Riolu is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
How Rare Is the Riolu Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Riolu was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Other Printings of Riolu
Riolu appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include BW Black Star Promos BW33 (around
50), Scarlet & Violet 215 (around $39.86) and POP Series 6 8 (around 9.97).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Riolu Pokémon Card
The Riolu pokémon card is a Common card from the POP Series 8 set (POP series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the POP Series 8 set. Its current aggregated market price is about $35.00; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Riolu card from?
Riolu is from the POP Series 8 set (POP series), numbered 16/17 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Riolu card?
Riolu is classified as Common.
How much is the Riolu 16/17 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $35.00, within a recent range of roughly
9.99 to 9.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Riolu card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Riolu card?
As a Common card, Riolu was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
When was the POP Series 8 set released?
The POP Series 8 set was released on September 1, 2008.
Are there other printings of Riolu?
Yes. Riolu appears on 40 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
