{"id":148312,"date":"2026-07-04T06:31:40","date_gmt":"2026-07-04T06:31:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=148312"},"modified":"2026-07-04T06:31:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-04T06:31:40","slug":"how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/","title":{"rendered":"How to evolve riolu in platinum?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Evolving_Riolu_into_Lucario_in_Pokemon_Platinum_A_Comprehensive_Guide\" title=\"Evolving Riolu into Lucario in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum: A Comprehensive Guide\">Evolving Riolu into Lucario in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum: A Comprehensive Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Building_Friendship_The_Path_to_Evolution\" title=\"Building Friendship: The Path to Evolution\">Building Friendship: The Path to Evolution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Monitoring_Friendship\" title=\"Monitoring Friendship\">Monitoring Friendship<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 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href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Tips_for_Efficiency\" title=\"Tips for Efficiency\">Tips for Efficiency<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_about_Evolving_Riolu_in_Pokemon_Platinum\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Evolving Riolu in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Evolving Riolu in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#What_is_the_exact_friendship_level_Riolu_needs_to_evolve\" title=\"What is the exact friendship level Riolu needs to evolve?\">What is the exact friendship level Riolu needs to evolve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#How_do_I_get_the_Friendship_Checker_Poketch_app\" title=\"How do I get the Friendship Checker Pok\u00e9tch app?\">How do I get the Friendship Checker Pok\u00e9tch app?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Does_Riolu_need_to_be_a_certain_level_to_evolve\" title=\"Does Riolu need to be a certain level to evolve?\">Does Riolu need to be a certain level to evolve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#What_time_of_day_does_Riolu_need_to_level_up_to_evolve\" title=\"What time of day does Riolu need to level up to evolve?\">What time of day does Riolu need to level up to evolve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Does_fainting_affect_Riolus_friendship\" title=\"Does fainting affect Riolu&#8217;s friendship?\">Does fainting affect Riolu&#8217;s friendship?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#What_items_can_I_use_to_raise_Riolus_friendship_quickly\" title=\"What items can I use to raise Riolu&#8217;s friendship quickly?\">What items can I use to raise Riolu&#8217;s friendship quickly?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Where_can_I_get_the_Soothe_Bell_in_Pokemon_Platinum\" title=\"Where can I get the Soothe Bell in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum?\">Where can I get the Soothe Bell in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#How_many_steps_does_it_take_to_evolve_Riolu_with_the_Soothe_Bell\" title=\"How many steps does it take to evolve Riolu with the Soothe Bell?\">How many steps does it take to evolve Riolu with the Soothe Bell?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Do_Rare_Candies_increase_friendship\" title=\"Do Rare Candies increase friendship?\">Do Rare Candies increase friendship?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Can_Riolu_evolve_at_night\" title=\"Can Riolu evolve at night?\">Can Riolu evolve at night?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#What_berries_lower_stats_but_raise_friendship\" title=\"What berries lower stats but raise friendship?\">What berries lower stats but raise friendship?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_Riolu_is_at_maximum_happiness\" title=\"How do I know if my Riolu is at maximum happiness?\">How do I know if my Riolu is at maximum happiness?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#What_happens_if_I_level_up_Riolu_at_level_100\" title=\"What happens if I level up Riolu at level 100?\">What happens if I level up Riolu at level 100?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Can_I_get_a_massage_for_Riolu_to_increase_friendship\" title=\"Can I get a massage for Riolu to increase friendship?\">Can I get a massage for Riolu to increase friendship?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/#Is_Lucario_rare_in_Pokemon_Platinum\" title=\"Is Lucario rare in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum?\">Is Lucario rare in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolving_Riolu_into_Lucario_in_Pokemon_Platinum_A_Comprehensive_Guide\"><\/span>Evolving Riolu into Lucario in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum: A Comprehensive Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Evolving <strong>Riolu<\/strong> into the powerful <strong>Lucario<\/strong> in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum requires building a strong bond with your Pok\u00e9mon and timing its level up correctly. The key is to maximize its <strong>Friendship<\/strong> to a value of <strong>220 or higher<\/strong> and then level it up <strong>during the daytime<\/strong>. Achieving this involves a combination of strategic actions like using items, walking, and avoiding anything that lowers friendship. Let&#8217;s dive into the details.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Building_Friendship_The_Path_to_Evolution\"><\/span>Building Friendship: The Path to Evolution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Monitoring_Friendship\"><\/span>Monitoring Friendship<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The first step is to gain access to the <strong>Friendship Checker<\/strong> Pok\u00e9tch app. You can obtain this from a girl in the <strong>Eterna City Pok\u00e9mon Center<\/strong>. This app allows you to check your Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s current friendship level. To do this, simply tap and hold the Pok\u00e9mon you want to check on the Pok\u00e9tch screen. The number and size of the hearts indicate the friendship level:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No hearts: Very low friendship<\/li>\n<li>One small heart: Low friendship<\/li>\n<li>Two small hearts: Moderate friendship<\/li>\n<li>Two large hearts: High friendship (sufficient for evolution)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Aim for <strong>two large hearts<\/strong>, as this signifies that your Riolu has reached the required friendship level.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increasing_Friendship\"><\/span>Increasing Friendship<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Several methods contribute to increasing Riolu&#8217;s friendship:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Walking:<\/strong> Taking steps with Riolu in your party gradually increases its friendship. Every <strong>256 steps<\/strong> taken with Riolu has a chance of raising its friendship, making this a passive yet consistent method.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Vitamins:<\/strong> Giving Riolu <strong>vitamins<\/strong> like Protein, Iron, Calcium, Zinc, and HP Up significantly boosts its friendship. These items are relatively expensive but provide a substantial boost to friendship.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Berries:<\/strong> Certain berries are specifically designed to increase friendship while lowering specific EVs (Effort Values). These berries include the <strong>Pomeg Berry<\/strong>, <strong>Kelpsy Berry<\/strong>, <strong>Qualot Berry<\/strong>, <strong>Hondew Berry<\/strong>, <strong>Grepa Berry<\/strong>, and <strong>Tamato Berry<\/strong>. If you have any EVs you&#8217;re not concerned about, these berries are a great choice.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Soothe Bell:<\/strong> Equipping Riolu with a <strong>Soothe Bell<\/strong> increases the rate at which friendship grows. You can obtain the Soothe Bell from a house west of the Pok\u00e9mon Mansion on Route 212. This item is invaluable for accelerating the friendship-building process.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Leveling Up:<\/strong> Simply leveling up Riolu also increases its friendship, although the effect is less significant compared to the other methods.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoiding_Friendship_Decreases\"><\/span>Avoiding Friendship Decreases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Certain actions can negatively impact Riolu&#8217;s friendship. Avoid the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Fainting:<\/strong> Allowing Riolu to faint in battle significantly reduces its friendship. Keep it healthy and healed to prevent fainting.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Bitter Herbs:<\/strong> Using bitter herbs such as Energy Powder, Energy Root, Heal Block, and Revival Herb may heal your Pok\u00e9mon, but these herbs will significantly reduce Friendship.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Timing_is_Everything_Daytime_Evolution\"><\/span>Timing is Everything: Daytime Evolution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once Riolu&#8217;s friendship reaches <strong>220 or higher<\/strong> (indicated by two large hearts on the Friendship Checker), the final step is to level it up <strong>during the daytime<\/strong>. In Pok\u00e9mon Platinum, the daytime is between <strong>10:00 AM and 8:00 PM<\/strong>. If you level up Riolu during this timeframe with sufficient friendship, it will evolve into Lucario.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Efficiency\"><\/span>Tips for Efficiency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Combine methods:<\/strong> Utilize multiple methods to increase friendship simultaneously. Walking with a Soothe Bell equipped while occasionally using vitamins and berries will maximize your efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Location matters:<\/strong> Walking in certain areas, such as populated towns, may trigger more events that subtly increase friendship.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Patience is key:<\/strong> Building friendship takes time and effort. Be consistent with your actions, and you&#8217;ll eventually reach the required friendship level.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By following these steps, you can successfully evolve your Riolu into the formidable Lucario in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_about_Evolving_Riolu_in_Pokemon_Platinum\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Evolving Riolu in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_exact_friendship_level_Riolu_needs_to_evolve\"><\/span>What is the exact friendship level Riolu needs to evolve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Riolu needs a friendship level of <strong>220 or higher<\/strong> to evolve into Lucario. You can check this using the Friendship Checker Pok\u00e9tch app.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_the_Friendship_Checker_Poketch_app\"><\/span>How do I get the Friendship Checker Pok\u00e9tch app?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can obtain the Friendship Checker Pok\u00e9tch app from a girl in the <strong>Eterna City Pok\u00e9mon Center<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Riolu_need_to_be_a_certain_level_to_evolve\"><\/span>Does Riolu need to be a certain level to evolve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, Riolu can evolve at <strong>any level<\/strong> as long as its friendship is <strong>220 or higher<\/strong> and it levels up <strong>during the daytime<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_time_of_day_does_Riolu_need_to_level_up_to_evolve\"><\/span>What time of day does Riolu need to level up to evolve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Riolu must level up <strong>during the daytime<\/strong>, which is between <strong>10:00 AM and 8:00 PM<\/strong> in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_fainting_affect_Riolus_friendship\"><\/span>Does fainting affect Riolu&#8217;s friendship?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, allowing Riolu to <strong>faint in battle<\/strong> will negatively impact its friendship. Avoid fainting by keeping it healed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_items_can_I_use_to_raise_Riolus_friendship_quickly\"><\/span>What items can I use to raise Riolu&#8217;s friendship quickly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Vitamins<\/strong> (Protein, Iron, Calcium, Zinc, HP Up) and certain <strong>berries<\/strong> (Pomeg, Kelpsy, Qualot, Hondew, Grepa, Tamato) are effective for raising Riolu&#8217;s friendship. The <strong>Soothe Bell<\/strong> also helps increase the rate at which Friendship increases.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_get_the_Soothe_Bell_in_Pokemon_Platinum\"><\/span>Where can I get the Soothe Bell in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Soothe Bell can be found in a house west of the Pok\u00e9mon Mansion on <strong>Route 212<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_steps_does_it_take_to_evolve_Riolu_with_the_Soothe_Bell\"><\/span>How many steps does it take to evolve Riolu with the Soothe Bell?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The number of steps needed depends on Riolu&#8217;s initial friendship level. A fresh hatch has a base happiness of 70, so you need to make up the remaining 150 friendship. As Friendship increases every 256 steps, this would take around <strong>38,400 steps<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Rare_Candies_increase_friendship\"><\/span>Do Rare Candies increase friendship?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While Rare Candies level up your Pok\u00e9mon, they may not provide a significant friendship boost. It&#8217;s better to use vitamins and other friendship-boosting items.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Riolu_evolve_at_night\"><\/span>Can Riolu evolve at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, Riolu <strong>cannot evolve at night<\/strong>. It must level up during the daytime (10:00 AM &#8211; 8:00 PM).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_berries_lower_stats_but_raise_friendship\"><\/span>What berries lower stats but raise friendship?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Pomeg Berry<\/strong>, <strong>Kelpsy Berry<\/strong>, <strong>Qualot Berry<\/strong>, <strong>Hondew Berry<\/strong>, <strong>Grepa Berry<\/strong>, and <strong>Tamato Berry<\/strong> all raise friendship while lowering specific EVs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_Riolu_is_at_maximum_happiness\"><\/span>How do I know if my Riolu is at maximum happiness?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Check the Friendship Checker app. If you see <strong>two large hearts<\/strong> when you tap and hold Riolu, it has reached max happiness and can evolve on the next level up during the day.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_I_level_up_Riolu_at_level_100\"><\/span>What happens if I level up Riolu at level 100?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If Riolu reaches level 100 without meeting the friendship requirements and being leveled up during the daytime, it <strong>will not evolve<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_get_a_massage_for_Riolu_to_increase_friendship\"><\/span>Can I get a massage for Riolu to increase friendship?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can get a massage in <strong>Veilstone City<\/strong> or at the <strong>Ribbon Syndicate<\/strong> (requires a membership) to increase Riolu&#8217;s friendship.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Lucario_rare_in_Pokemon_Platinum\"><\/span>Is Lucario rare in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Lucario is technically not obtainable in the wild in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum. It is only obtainable by breeding or as an event Pok\u00e9mon. Therefore, the difficulty in obtaining Lucario comes from <strong>evolving Riolu<\/strong>, which requires dedicated effort in raising friendship.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in learning more about the mechanics of games, including Pok\u00e9mon, consider visiting the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> website: <strong>https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Evolving Riolu into Lucario in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum: A Comprehensive Guide Evolving Riolu into the powerful Lucario in Pok\u00e9mon Platinum requires building a strong bond with your Pok\u00e9mon and timing its level up correctly. The key is to maximize its Friendship to a value of 220 or higher and then level it up during the daytime. &#8230; <a title=\"How to evolve riolu in platinum?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-to-evolve-riolu-in-platinum\/\" aria-label=\"More on How to evolve riolu in platinum?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-148312","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/148312","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=148312"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/148312\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=148312"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=148312"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=148312"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}