Pokémon FireRed, a remake of the classic Pokémon Red, reignited the Kanto region’s charm for a new generation of trainers on the Game Boy Advance. This beloved game retains the core elements that made the originals so popular while offering improved graphics, refined mechanics, and the inclusion of Generation III Pokémon.
Whether you’re a seasoned trainer returning to Pallet Town or a newcomer embarking on your first Kanto adventure, this comprehensive FireRed walkthrough will guide you through every step of your journey.
Setting Off: Pallet Town and Viridian City
- Welcome to Pallet Town! Your adventure begins in your cosy hometown. Meet Professor Oak, who’ll introduce you to the wonderful world of Pokémon.
- Choose Your Starter: The age-old tradition: Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle? Each offers a distinct type of advantage and path for gym battles. Consider your playstyle and desired team composition.
- A Rival Appears: Your friendly neighbour and future rival, Gary Oak (or Leaf depending on your chosen gender), will pick the Pokémon with a type advantage over yours. Prepare for your first trainer battle!
- To Viridian City: Head north on Route 1, catching wild Pokémon to build your team. Helpful hint: Catching a Pidgey early on provides a fantastic flying type for the journey.
- Viridian Forest: Navigate through this maze-like forest, battling trainers and catching Pokémon like Caterpie and Weedle. Utilize potions to keep your team healthy.
- Pewter City and the First Gym: Welcome to Pewter City! Here, you’ll encounter your rival again and receive the Pokédex, a device to record encountered Pokémon.
- Conquering Brock’s Rock Gym: Brock, the Pewter City Gym Leader, specializes in Rock-type Pokémon. Fire, Grass, Fighting, Ground, and Steel-type moves are super effective against Rock, so choose your team wisely. Utilize potions and strategy to defeat Brock and earn your first badge, the Boulder Badge.
Progressing Through Kanto
Route 2 -Viridian Forest (South): Catch Pokémon like Nidoran and Oddish here.Viridian City (West): Visit the Pewter Gym again to receive a TM (Technical Machine) containing the move Rock Smash, helpful for progressing and future battles.Route 22: This route features tall grass and trainers to battle. Be on the lookout for rare encounters like Abra and Machop.Route 2: Continue south, battling trainers and catching Pokémon like Bellsprout and Ekans.
Nibi City: Here, you can heal your Pokémon at the Pokémon Center and visit various shops to stock up on potions, Poké Balls, and other essential items.
Route 4: Encounter trainers and wild Pokémon like Sandshrew and Clefairy.
Mt. Moon: This vast cave system can be confusing to navigate. Grab a map or utilize online resources to find your way through. Be prepared for battles with Zubats and Geodudes, and catch a Moon Stone for potential evolution later.
Cerulean City: Welcome to a bustling city known for water! Here, you’ll find the Department Store, a great place to stock up on useful items.
Route 24: Encounter trainers and Pokémon like Slowpoke and Psyduck. Use a Fishing Rod on water tiles to catch Water-type Pokémon.
Catching Misty’s Attention: Head west of Route 24 to find a group of Slowpoke blocking a path. Talk to the fisherman nearby, who’ll reward you with a Super Rod for catching a powerful Pokémon. This act will also alert Gym Leader Misty.
Cerulean Cave: This optional area offers strong trainers and rare Pokémon encounters like Dratini. Proceed with caution!
Conquering Misty’s Water Gym: Misty specializes in Water-type Pokémon. Electric and Grass-type moves are super effective. Utilize paralysis-inducing moves to weaken her Pokémon and strategize your team composition for victory. Earning the Cascade Badge allows you to use HM (Hidden Machine) 03 (Surf) outside of battle, opening up new areas.
Route 25: Surf across the water using HM03 and explore previously inaccessible areas. Catch Pokémon like Tentacool and Shellder.
FAQs
Q What starter Pokemon should I pick?
There’s no single “best” choice! Each starter (Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle) evolves into a powerful Pokemon with different strengths and weaknesses.
- Bulbasaur (Grass/Poison): Strong against Water and Ground, but weak against Fire, Flying, Ice, and Psychic.
- Charmander (Fire): Strong against Grass, Ice, Bug, and Steel, but weak against Water, Ground, and Rock.
- Squirtle (Water): Strong against Fire, Ground, and Rock, but weak against Grass and electricity.
Consider the types you plan to encounter in the first few gyms (Rock, Water) and pick the one you like most!
Q. Is there anything special I can do early on?
In Pallet Town, talk to your rival’s mom for a Potion. In Viridian City, visit Bill’s house for a TM containing the move Teleport. These can be helpful tools!
Q. What’s the order I should tackle the Gyms in?
The gyms can be challenged in a somewhat flexible order, but here’s a common route:
- Pewter City (Rock)
- Cerulean City (Water)
- Vermilion City (Electric)
- Celadon City (Grass)
- Saffron City (Psychic)
- Fuchsia City (Poison)
- Lavender Town (Ghost)
- Vermilion City (Re-match: Electric)
- Silph Co. (Psychic) 1 Elite Four and Champion (Various Types)
Q. How do I beat the first Gym Leader, Brock?
Brock specializes in Rock-type Pokemon. Use Grass, Water, Fighting, or Ground-type moves to counter them. Alternatively, you can train your starter to a higher level to overpower his team.
- I’m stuck on a Gym Leader! Any tips?
- Grind levels: Train your Pokemon until they’re a few levels higher than the Gym Leader’s team.
- Type advantage: Exploit the weaknesses of the Gym Leader’s Pokemon with your team’s types.
- Use healing items: Stock up on Potions and Revives before challenging a Gym.
- Learn new moves: TMs and level-up moves can give your Pokemon the edge they need.
Q. Where can I find specific Pokemon?
Many websites and apps like Bulbapedia have detailed guides on where to find specific Pokemon.
Q. How do I catch rare Pokemon?
- Catch rate: Some Pokemon are inherently harder to catch than others.
- Status effects: Putting a Pokemon to sleep, paralyzing it, or lowering its HP can make it easier to catch.
- Poke Balls: Use higher quality Poke Balls (Great Ball, Ultra Ball) for a better chance.
Q. What are Legendaries and how do I catch them?
Legendary Pokemon are incredibly powerful and rare. Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres are Legendaries found in FireRed. Look up specific guides for their locations and strategies to catch them.
Q. What is there to do after I beat the Champion?
FireRed offers plenty of post-game content!
- Elite Four rematch: Challenge the Elite Four again for a tougher battle.
- Legendary Pokemon: Catch the three Legendary birds and other legendaries like Mewtwo.
- Sevii Islands: Explore a new region with additional challenges and Pokemon.
- Complete the Pokedex: Catch all 151 Pokemon!
General Tips
- Save often! You never know when you might encounter a tough trainer or a rare Pokemon.
- Talk to NPCs! They might give you items, hints, or even new Pokemon.
- Explore every nook and cranny! You might find hidden items, wild Pokemon, or even secret areas.
- Have fun! FireRed is a fantastic adventure, so relax and enjoy the journey.
This FAQ provides a starting point for your FireRed adventure. With these tips and some exploration, you’ll be a Pokemon Master in no time!
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