We’re burning hot now baby! With a penultimate challenge left on the road to the Elite Four, the next stop on the Pokémon challenge journey is a trip to Cinnabar Island. There’s nothing complex about the local gym leader Blaine, but take him lightly and you’ll find yourself burnt to a crisp by his talent for handling the hottest of Pokémon types. How do you stand the heat and endure the blaze of Blaine? Here’s how!

While some Gym Leaders rely on raw power or strategy, Fuchsia City’s resident shinobi is a trickier foe. Whether it be poison or sabotage, Koga’s skill lies in not only weaking an opponent but also by sacrificing his own Pokemon so that victory can be won at any cost. How do you beat a ninja Gym Leader? Here’s how!

The power of nature is both gentle and overwhelming, and no other person knows this as well as Celadon City’s gym leader, Erika. Calm and collected on the outside, Erika’s mastery of the Pokemon who are closest to nature is terrifying and ruthless, as she’s more than capable of completely disabling a Pokemon before it can even launch an attack. How does one beat the master of Grass-type Pokemon? By packing a little extra firepower.

TEN-HUT! You think Pokémon is all fun and games? IT’S NOT, SOLDIER! Being the best, the very best like no one ever was isn’t a challenge, it’s a war! And when it comes to battle, only Lieutenant Surge is ready! The rough ‘n tough gym leader of Vermillion city knows all about leading by example, and thanks to his speciality in Electric-type Pokémon he’s ready for some real shock and awe! Here’s how you can withstand the Blitzkrieg of Vermillion’s dynamo!

After braving an entire mountain of danger, players might be feeling somewhat parched. Fortunately, Cerulean City is an oasis of new challenges to tackle once prospective Pokemon trainers make it out of the mountains. A city famed for its vast water parks and rivers, Cerulean City is also the home of the resident gym leader: Misty!

You’ve probably reclaimed most of your Exotic weapons that were lost when Dominus Ghaul attacked, Riven’s curse has been broken multiple times and you’ve taken more Sleeper Simulant shots to the face in Gambit than you’d care to admit. MY MOTES! So what’s next? The Season of the Forge, as Destiny 2 cycles in new content and adventures with its Black Armory update for Guardians who purchased the Annual Pass.

With hundreds and hundreds of new critters added over the years, your memory might be a tad bit rusty regarding how the original generation grew and evolved. Worry not! Because we’ve got a handy dandy guide right here that’ll have you knowing exactly when your favourite Pokémon are ready to transform and become even more powerful allies as they hep you on your quest to be the best, like no one ever was.

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