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On the route before Azalea (Route 33), using a Repel with a level 17 Pokémon guarantees a encounter. You can trade this for a
| Pokémon | Evolves at | Hold Evolution If... | |---------|-----------|---------------------| | Growlithe | Fire Stone (any level) | You want Flare Blitz (level 45) or Outrage (level 50) | | Eevee | Various stones/level | Umbreon/Espeon (friendship) are better early; wait on Leafeon/Glaceon | | Magneton | Level 30 (Magnezone) | Don't wait — Magnezone is strictly better | | Scyther | Metal Coat (any level) | Wait until after it learns Swords Dance (level 57? Too long — just evolve) | | Rhydon | Level 42 (Rhyperior) | Don't wait. Rhyperior is better immediately | sacred gold nuzlocke tips high quality
Your first major decision is the starter. Cyndaquil is a common choice for its high Special Attack and speed, but Totodile’s bulk and early access to strong physical moves are equally valuable. The "best" choice depends on your strategy and risk tolerance. Finally, to cut down hours of tedious grinding, using Rare Candies up to the level cap is widely accepted as a quality-of-life measure, allowing you to focus on strategy rather than repetitive battles . On the route before Azalea (Route 33), using
The early game is crucial in a Sacred Gold Nuzlocke challenge. Here are some tips to help you get started: Too long — just evolve) | | Rhydon