Lv 16

Lv 36

MUDKIP'S ROAD

3 EASY · 15 FAIR · 7 TOUGH

YOUR RIVAL: FAIR ROXANNE: EASY YOUR RIVAL: TOUGH BRAWLY: FAIR YOUR RIVAL: TOUGH WALLY: FAIR WATTSON: EASY MAXIE: FAIR FLANNERY: EASY NORMAN: FAIR SHELLY: FAIR YOUR RIVAL: TOUGH WINONA: TOUGH YOUR RIVAL: TOUGH MAXIE: FAIR MATT: FAIR TATE & LIZA: FAIR ARCHIE: FAIR JUAN: FAIR WALLY: TOUGH SIDNEY: TOUGH PHOEBE: FAIR GLACIA: FAIR DRAKE: FAIR WALLACE: FAIR

Ratings use type matchups at the opponent's level, with level-up moves only. Foresight picks favor Pokémon that cover the fights your starter struggles with. It's a guide, not a battle sim. Rival teams shown are May's. Brendan's are the same or nearly so.

RIVAL · Route 103FAIRYOUR RIVALYour first real battle. Your rival took the starter that beats yours, on purpose.Lv5
Your MUDKIP at Lv 5, using only level-up moves:
- TREECKOYOU: TACKLE ×1IT: POUND ×1
GYM · Rustboro CityEASYROXANNESTONE BADGE · CUT works outside battleRock types, all the way down. Water and Grass make this short.Lv12Lv12Lv15
Your MUDKIP at Lv 15, using only level-up moves:
- GEODUDEYOU: WATER GUN ×4IT: ROCK THROW ×1
- GEODUDEYOU: WATER GUN ×4IT: ROCK THROW ×1
- NOSEPASSYOU: WATER GUN ×2IT: ROCK TOMB ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- LOTAD → LOMBRERoute 102 · GRASS 10%hits 3 of 3 hard, strong vs WALLY
- SHROOMISHPetalburg Woods · GRASS 10%hits 3 of 3 hard
- SILCOON → BEAUTIFLYPetalburg Woods · GRASS 10%hits 3 of 3 hard, strong vs BRAWLY
RIVAL · Route 104TOUGHYOUR RIVALThey find you just outside Rustboro. Two Pokémon this time.Lv13Lv15
Your MUDKIP at Lv 15, using only level-up moves:
- WINGULLYOU: WATER GUN ×½IT: WING ATTACK ×1
- TREECKOYOU: WATER GUN ×½IT: ABSORB ×2
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- CASCOON → DUSTOXPetalburg Woods · GRASS 10%hits 1 of 2 hard, strong vs BRAWLY
- SILCOON → BEAUTIFLYPetalburg Woods · GRASS 10%hits 1 of 2 hard, strong vs BRAWLY
- WINGULLRoute 103 · GRASS 11%hits 1 of 2 hard, strong vs BRAWLY
GYM · Dewford TownFAIRBRAWLYKNUCKLE BADGE · FLASH works outside battleFighting types in a very dark gym. The lights come back as you win.Lv16Lv16Lv19
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 19, using only level-up moves:
- MACHOPYOU: MUD SHOT ×1IT: KARATE CHOP ×1
- MEDITITEYOU: MUD SHOT ×1IT: FOCUS PUNCH ×1
- MAKUHITAYOU: MUD SHOT ×1IT: VITAL THROW ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- CASCOON → DUSTOXPetalburg Woods · GRASS 10%hits 3 of 3 hard
- SABLEYEGranite Cave · GRASS 10%hits 1 of 3 hard, strong vs WALLY
- SILCOON → BEAUTIFLYPetalburg Woods · GRASS 10%hits 3 of 3 hard
RIVAL · Route 110TOUGHYOUR RIVALA mid-route ambush on the way to Mauville. Three Pokémon now.Lv18Lv18Lv20
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 20, using only level-up moves:
- WINGULLYOU: WATER GUN ×½IT: WING ATTACK ×1
- SLUGMAYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: EMBER ×½
- GROVYLEYOU: MUD SHOT ×½IT: ABSORB ×4
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- MAGIKARP → GYARADOSRoute 104 · OLD ROD 100%strong vs FLANNERY
- POOCHYENA → MIGHTYENARoute 103 · GRASS 30%holds its own here, strong vs WALLY
- SABLEYEGranite Cave · GRASS 10%holds its own here, strong vs WALLY
RIVAL · Mauville CityFAIRWALLYOne Ralts and a lot of enthusiasm. Remember this kid.Lv16
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 16, using only level-up moves:
- RALTSYOU: MUD SHOT ×1IT: CONFUSION ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- SABLEYEGranite Cave · GRASS 10%hits 1 of 1 hard, strong vs NORMAN
- POOCHYENARoute 103 · GRASS 30%hits 1 of 1 hard
- SEEDOT → NUZLEAFRoute 102 · GRASS 1%holds its own here
GYM · Mauville CityEASYWATTSONDYNAMO BADGE · ROCK SMASH works outside battleElectric types. A Ground type turns this whole gym off.Lv20Lv20Lv22Lv24
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 24, using only level-up moves:
- VOLTORBYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: SELFDESTRUCT ×1
- ELECTRIKEYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: QUICK ATTACK ×1
- MAGNETONYOU: MUD SHOT ×4IT: SONICBOOM ×1
- MANECTRICYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: QUICK ATTACK ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- SHROOMISH → BRELOOMPetalburg Woods · GRASS 10%hits 1 of 4 hard, strong vs NORMAN +1
- MAKUHITA → HARIYAMAGranite Cave · GRASS 20%hits 1 of 4 hard, strong vs NORMAN +1
- MANECTRICRoute 118 · GRASS 10%holds its own here
BOSS · Mt. ChimneyFAIRMAXIEThe boss of Team Magma, at the top of a volcano.Lv24Lv24Lv25
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 25, using only level-up moves:
- MIGHTYENAYOU: MUD SHOT ×1IT: BITE ×1
- ZUBATYOU: BIDE ×1IT: WING ATTACK ×1
- CAMERUPTYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: TACKLE ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- SKARMORYRoute 113 · GRASS 5%holds its own here, strong vs NORMAN +2
- MAKUHITA → HARIYAMAGranite Cave · GRASS 20%hits 1 of 3 hard, strong vs NORMAN +1
- MAGIKARP → GYARADOSRoute 104 · OLD ROD 100%holds its own here, strong vs FLANNERY
GYM · Lavaridge TownEASYFLANNERYHEAT BADGE · STRENGTH works outside battleFire types, ending on a very sturdy Torkoal.Lv24Lv24Lv26Lv29
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 29, using only level-up moves:
- NUMELYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: OVERHEAT ×½
- SLUGMAYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: OVERHEAT ×½
- CAMERUPTYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: OVERHEAT ×½
- TORKOALYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: OVERHEAT ×½
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- MARILL → AZUMARILLRoute 104 · GRASS 10%hits 4 of 4 hard
- WAILMERRoute 103 · GOOD ROD 20%hits 4 of 4 hard
- MAGIKARP → GYARADOSRoute 104 · OLD ROD 100%holds its own here
GYM · Petalburg CityFAIRNORMANBALANCE BADGE · SURF works outside battleYour dad. His Slaking hits like a truck, then loafs around every other turn.Lv27Lv27Lv29Lv31
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 31, using only level-up moves:
- SPINDAYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: FACADE ×1
- VIGOROTHYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: SLASH ×1
- LINOONEYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: SLASH ×1
- SLAKINGYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: FACADE ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- SKARMORYRoute 113 · GRASS 5%holds its own here, strong vs SHELLY +3
- MAKUHITA → HARIYAMAGranite Cave · GRASS 20%hits 4 of 4 hard, strong vs SHELLY
- SHROOMISH → BRELOOMPetalburg Woods · GRASS 10%hits 4 of 4 hard, strong vs SHELLY
CHOICE · Mirage TowerONE OR THE OTHER
ROOT OR CLAW?
Two fossils sit at the top of the tower. Take one and the other is lost for good. Devon Corp in Rustboro brings it back to life.
- ROOT FOSSILLILEEPBetter in 8 of 15 fights left · FORESIGHT PICK
- CLAW FOSSILANORITHBetter in 6 of 15 fights left
BOSS · Weather InstituteFAIRSHELLYTeam Aqua has taken over the Institute, and they're blocking Route 119 until you clear it.Lv28Lv28
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 28, using only level-up moves:
- CARVANHAYOU: MUD SHOT ×1IT: CRUNCH ×1
- MIGHTYENAYOU: MUD SHOT ×1IT: BITE ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- MAGNETONNew Mauville · GRASS 1%hits 1 of 2 hard, strong vs WINONA +1
- MAKUHITA → HARIYAMAGranite Cave · GRASS 20%hits 2 of 2 hard
- SHROOMISH → BRELOOMPetalburg Woods · GRASS 10%hits 2 of 2 hard
RIVAL · Route 119TOUGHYOUR RIVALWin and they hand you HM02 Fly. Worth it.Lv29Lv29Lv31
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 31, using only level-up moves:
- SLUGMAYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: EMBER ×½
- LOMBREYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: ABSORB ×4
- GROVYLEYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: LEAF BLADE ×4
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- SKARMORYRoute 113 · GRASS 5%hits 2 of 3 hard, strong vs WINONA +2
- TENTACOOL → TENTACRUELRoute 103 · OLD ROD 30%hits 3 of 3 hard, strong vs YOUR RIVAL
- SEVIPERRoute 114 · GRASS 5%hits 2 of 3 hard, strong vs YOUR RIVAL
GYM · Fortree CityTOUGHWINONAFEATHER BADGE · FLY works outside battleFlying types with a Skarmory and an Altaria to wrap it up.Lv29Lv29Lv30Lv31Lv33
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 33, using only level-up moves:
- SWABLUYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: AERIAL ACE ×1
- TROPIUSYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: SOLARBEAM ×4
- PELIPPERYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: AERIAL ACE ×1
- SKARMORYYOU: TAKE DOWN ×½IT: AERIAL ACE ×1
- ALTARIAYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: EARTHQUAKE ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- MAGNEMITE → MAGNETONNew Mauville · GRASS 20%hits 3 of 5 hard, strong vs YOUR RIVAL +1
- ELECTRIKE → MANECTRICRoute 110 · GRASS 20%hits 3 of 5 hard, strong vs MATT +1
- SKARMORYRoute 113 · GRASS 5%hits 1 of 5 hard, strong vs YOUR RIVAL +2
RIVAL · Lilycove CityTOUGHYOUR RIVALYour last battle with your rival, and their full team.Lv31Lv32Lv32Lv34
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 34, using only level-up moves:
- TROPIUSYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: MAGICAL LEAF ×4
- SLUGMAYOU: MUD SHOT ×2IT: EMBER ×½
- PELIPPERYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: WING ATTACK ×1
- GROVYLEYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: LEAF BLADE ×4
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- SKARMORYRoute 113 · GRASS 5%hits 2 of 4 hard, strong vs MATT +2
- MAGNEMITE → MAGNETONNew Mauville · GRASS 20%hits 1 of 4 hard, strong vs MATT +1
- TENTACOOL → TENTACRUELRoute 103 · OLD ROD 30%hits 3 of 4 hard
BOSS · Magma HideoutFAIRMAXIEDeep under Jagged Pass. This is where Groudon wakes up.Lv37Lv38Lv39
Your SWAMPERT at Lv 39, using only level-up moves:
- MIGHTYENAYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: TAKE DOWN ×1
- CROBATYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: WING ATTACK ×1
- CAMERUPTYOU: MUDDY WATER ×4IT: EARTHQUAKE ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- REMORAID → OCTILLERYSafari Zone · GOOD ROD 20%hits 2 of 3 hard, strong vs MATT +1
- SKARMORYRoute 113 · GRASS 5%holds its own here, strong vs MATT +2
- MAGNEMITE → MAGNETONNew Mauville · GRASS 20%hits 1 of 3 hard, strong vs MATT +1
BOSS · Aqua HideoutFAIRMATTTeam Aqua's admin, stalling while they make off in a stolen submarine.Lv34Lv34
Your MARSHTOMP at Lv 34, using only level-up moves:
- MIGHTYENAYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: no attacks
- GOLBATYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: WING ATTACK ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- MAGNEMITE → MAGNETONNew Mauville · GRASS 20%hits 1 of 2 hard, strong vs ARCHIE +1
- SKARMORYRoute 113 · GRASS 5%holds its own here, strong vs TATE & LIZA +1
- MAREEP → AMPHAROSSafari Zone · GRASS 20%hits 1 of 2 hard
GYM · Mossdeep CityFAIRTATE & LIZAMIND BADGE · DIVE works outside battleA double battle. Your team has to work in pairs here.Lv41Lv41Lv42Lv42
Your SWAMPERT at Lv 42, using only level-up moves:
- CLAYDOLYOU: MUDDY WATER ×2IT: EARTHQUAKE ×1
- XATUYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: PSYCHIC ×1
- LUNATONEYOU: MUDDY WATER ×2IT: PSYCHIC ×1
- SOLROCKYOU: MUDDY WATER ×2IT: SOLARBEAM ×4
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- CACNEA → CACTURNERoute 111 · GRASS 4%hits 4 of 4 hard, strong vs JUAN
- HOUNDOUR → HOUNDOOMSafari Zone · GRASS 4%hits 4 of 4 hard, strong vs WALLY
- SHARPEDORoute 103 · SUPER ROD 40%hits 4 of 4 hard
BOSS · Seafloor CavernFAIRARCHIEThe boss of Team Aqua, at the bottom of the sea. You'll need Dive to get here.Lv41Lv41Lv43
Your SWAMPERT at Lv 43, using only level-up moves:
- MIGHTYENAYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: TAKE DOWN ×1
- CROBATYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: WING ATTACK ×1
- SHARPEDOYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: SLASH ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- ARON → AGGRONGranite Cave · GRASS 20%holds its own here
- MAGNEMITE → MAGNETONNew Mauville · GRASS 20%hits 2 of 3 hard, strong vs WALLY +1
- SKARMORYRoute 113 · GRASS 5%holds its own here, strong vs SIDNEY
GYM · Sootopolis CityFAIRJUANRAIN BADGE · WATERFALL works outside battleWater types, ending on a Kingdra that almost nothing hits hard.Lv41Lv41Lv43Lv43Lv46
Your SWAMPERT at Lv 46, using only level-up moves:
- LUVDISCYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: WATER PULSE ×1
- WHISCASHYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: EARTHQUAKE ×1
- SEALEOYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: AURORA BEAM ×1
- CRAWDAUNTYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: CRABHAMMER ×1
- KINGDRAYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: ICE BEAM ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- CACNEA → CACTURNERoute 111 · GRASS 4%hits 4 of 5 hard, strong vs PHOEBE
- CHINCHOU → LANTURNUnderwater, Route 126 · SURF 30%hits 3 of 5 hard
- PINSIRSafari Zone · GRASS 4%hits 2 of 5 hard, strong vs SIDNEY +1
RIVAL · Victory RoadTOUGHWALLYRemember that kid with the Ralts? Not so little now.Lv44Lv43Lv44Lv41Lv45
Your SWAMPERT at Lv 45, using only level-up moves:
- ALTARIAYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: AERIAL ACE ×1
- DELCATTYYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: FAINT ATTACK ×1
- ROSELIAYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: MAGICAL LEAF ×4
- MAGNETONYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: TRI ATTACK ×1
- GARDEVOIRYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: PSYCHIC ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- MAGNEMITE → MAGNETONNew Mauville · GRASS 20%holds its own here, strong vs SIDNEY +1
- HOUNDOUR → HOUNDOOMSafari Zone · GRASS 4%hits 1 of 5 hard, strong vs PHOEBE
- ARON → AGGRONGranite Cave · GRASS 20%holds its own here, strong vs GLACIA
ELITE FOUR · Elite FourTOUGHSIDNEYDark types. First door of four.Lv46Lv48Lv46Lv48Lv49
Your SWAMPERT at Lv 49, using only level-up moves:
- MIGHTYENAYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: DOUBLE-EDGE ×1
- SHIFTRYYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: EXTRASENSORY ×1
- CACTURNEYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: NEEDLE ARM ×4
- CRAWDAUNTYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: SURF ×1
- ABSOLYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: SLASH ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- MAGNEMITE → MAGNETONNew Mauville · GRASS 20%hits 1 of 5 hard, strong vs GLACIA
- PINSIRSafari Zone · GRASS 4%hits 5 of 5 hard, strong vs GLACIA
- SKARMORYRoute 113 · GRASS 5%hits 2 of 5 hard
ELITE FOUR · Elite FourFAIRPHOEBEGhost types. Normal and Fighting moves do nothing here.Lv48Lv49Lv50Lv49Lv51
Your SWAMPERT at Lv 51, using only level-up moves:
- DUSCLOPSYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: SHADOW PUNCH ×1
- BANETTEYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: SHADOW BALL ×1
- SABLEYEYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: SHADOW BALL ×1
- BANETTEYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: SHADOW BALL ×1
- DUSCLOPSYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: SHADOW BALL ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- HOUNDOUR → HOUNDOOMSafari Zone · GRASS 4%hits 4 of 5 hard
- CACNEA → CACTURNERoute 111 · GRASS 4%hits 4 of 5 hard
- SNUBBULL → GRANBULLSafari Zone · GRASS 5%hits 4 of 5 hard
ELITE FOUR · Elite FourFAIRGLACIAIce types, many of them part Water.Lv50Lv50Lv52Lv52Lv53
Your SWAMPERT at Lv 53, using only level-up moves:
- SEALEOYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×1IT: BODY SLAM ×1
- GLALIEYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×1IT: ICE BEAM ×1
- SEALEOYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×1IT: BLIZZARD ×1
- GLALIEYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×1IT: EXPLOSION ×1
- WALREINYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×1IT: SURF ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- RELICANTHUnderwater, Route 126 · SURF 5%hits 5 of 5 hard
- MAGNEMITE → MAGNETONNew Mauville · GRASS 20%hits 3 of 5 hard
- ARON → AGGRONGranite Cave · GRASS 20%hits 2 of 5 hard
ELITE FOUR · Elite FourFAIRDRAKEDragons and a very fast finish. Ice moves earn their slot here.Lv52Lv54Lv53Lv53Lv55
Your SWAMPERT at Lv 55, using only level-up moves:
- SHELGONYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×1IT: DRAGON CLAW ×1
- ALTARIAYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: DOUBLE-EDGE ×1
- KINGDRAYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×1IT: SURF ×1
- FLYGONYOU: MUDDY WATER ×1IT: EARTHQUAKE ×1
- SALAMENCEYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: DRAGON CLAW ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- SPHEAL → WALREINShoal Cave · GRASS 20%hits 4 of 5 hard
- REMORAID → OCTILLERYSafari Zone · GOOD ROD 20%hits 4 of 5 hard
- SNORUNT → GLALIEShoal Cave · GRASS 5%hits 4 of 5 hard
CHAMPION · ChampionFAIRWALLACEThe last door. Six Pokémon, and Milotic waits at the end.Lv57Lv55Lv56Lv56Lv56Lv58
Your SWAMPERT at Lv 58, using only level-up moves:
- WAILORDYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×1IT: WATER SPOUT ×1
- TENTACRUELYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×2IT: HYDRO PUMP ×1
- LUDICOLOYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: GIGA DRAIN ×4
- WHISCASHYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×1IT: EARTHQUAKE ×1
- GYARADOSYOU: TAKE DOWN ×1IT: HYPER BEAM ×1
- MILOTICYOU: EARTHQUAKE ×1IT: SURF ×1
FORESIGHT · CATCH BEFORE THIS FIGHT
- ELECTRIKE → MANECTRICRoute 110 · GRASS 20%hits 4 of 6 hard
- CHINCHOU → LANTURNUnderwater, Route 126 · SURF 30%hits 4 of 6 hard
- RALTS → GARDEVOIRRoute 102 · GRASS 4%hits 1 of 6 hard

CHAMPION

That's the road. Want a different one?

ROOT OR CLAW?

CHAMPION