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Pokémon Crystal – Complete Walkthrough (Step by Step Guide)
April 16, 2024City of New Bark
1. Introduction: Start by deciding your gender as a coach. Then, select the day of the week and the time of day you want to start your journey.
2. Talk to Professor Carvalho: After making your selection, the respected Professor Carvalho will appear. Listen carefully and, when prompted, choose a name for your character.
3. Your Home: The game starts at your home. Head to the stairs and go down to find your mother.
4. Pokégear: By talking to your mother, you will receive the Pokégear – an essential device during your journey.
5. Professor Elm’s Laboratory: Locate the most significant house to the north – Professor Elm’s laboratory. There, it will introduce you to three starter Pokémon to choose from:
- Chikorita: Plant.
- Cyndaquil: Fire.
- Totodile: Water.
Choose one, thinking about your preferences and strategies. There is a machine in the upper left corner that restores your Pokémon’s health, use it whenever necessary.
City of Cherry Grove
1. Path to Cherry Grove: Leave New Bark, heading West. As you enter Cherry Grove, you will encounter an elderly man.
2. City Tour: When interacting with the elderly person, he or she will give you a tour, showing the key points of the city. After the tour, he will give you a map accessible through your Pokégear.
3. Obtaining the Spirit Fruit: There is a house to the north where a man presents you with the Spirit Fruit. Make sure you pick it up.
4. Visit Professor Oak: In Cherry Grove, go to the house in the northwest. Professor Carvalho will be there. Before talking to him, a man will hand you a Pokémon Egg. After that, talk to Carvalho to receive the Pokédex, a device for recording the Pokémon you find.
Return to New Bark City
1. Encounter with Rival: Return to New Bark. Along the way, a trainer with red hair – your main rival – will challenge you to a battle. Prepare yourself and show your worth.
2. Situation in Prof.’s Laboratory Elm: When you arrive in New Bark, go to the laboratory. There, the police will inform you that your rival stole a Pokémon. Help identify the criminal by giving him a name.
3. Deliver the Egg: Present the egg to Professor Elm. He will keep it for research purposes.
4. Poké Balls: When leaving the laboratory, a man will give you 5 Poké Balls, essential for capturing new Pokémon.
Violet City and Zephyr Insignia
1. Towards Violet City: Return to Cherry Grove and head north, then west until you reach Violet City.
2. Violet’s Gym: This city’s gym is run by Falkner, a specialist in flying-type Pokémon. Defeat him to obtain the Zephyr Badge and TM31-Sand Hell.
3. Egg News: Upon leaving the gym, Professor Elm will inform you that the egg is ready. At the Pokémon Center, an assistant will give you the egg, which contains a Togepi. Over time, it will hatch.
4. Temple of Monks: In the north of Violet, there is the Temple of Monks. Explore it to the top. There, a challenge awaits: the leader of the monks. Defeat him to obtain the HM05-Flash, useful for lighting dark caves.
City of Azalea and Hive Badge
1. Route to Azalea: Leave Violet City and head south. While on the way, stop at the Pokémon Center and talk to a fisherman. As a reward for interacting, he will give you a Fishing Rod, essential for catching aquatic Pokémon.
2. Crossing the Cave: Continue going down until you find a cave. Venture through it, facing challenges and trainers, until you reach the end, which leads directly to Azalea (or Azilia).
3. Slowpokes Quest: In Azalea, north of the city, visit Kurt’s house, a master at creating Poké Balls. It will reveal a concern about the local Slowpokes, which are being over-caught. He agrees to help you and head to the cave at the beginning of the city.
4. Fighting Team Rocket: Inside the cave, you will face members of Team Rocket. Beat everyone and save the Slowpokes. As a reward, Kurt will present you with the Lure Ball.
5. Azalea’s Gym: It’s time to challenge Bugsy, leader of the local gym specializing in bug-type Pokémon. When you defeat him and his Pokémon (Metapod L14, Kakuna L14 and Scyther L16), he will give you the Hive Badge and the TM49-Fury Cutter.
City of Golden Rod and Badge of the Plain
1. Facing the Rival: Before entering the forest to the West, prepare for a battle against your rival.
2. Rescuing Farfetch’d: Deep in the forest, interact with a boy who lost his Pokémon, Farfetch’d. When you find Farfetch’d, talk to him until he finally stands next to his trainer.
3. Rescue Reward: As a thank you, the boy will give you the HM01-Cut, which allows you to cut certain obstacles.
4. Exploring Golden Rod (Quinhão Dourado): Continue heading north until you reach Golden Rod. In the city, visit the bicycle store and purchase one to get around faster.
5. Radio Station: The darkest building in the city is the Radio Station. Inside, talk to the last woman at the counter and answer her Quiz. When you get it right, you’ll win the Radio Card for your Pokégear.
6. Golden Rod’s Gym: Challenge Whitney, leader of the local gym specializing in normal Pokémon. Upon defeating her, she will initially refuse to hand over the Plains Badge. When trying to leave, a girl will inform you that Whitney is crying. Return and speak to her, and she will give you the badge you deserve.
City of Ecruteak and Badge of the Mist
1. Strange Tree Encounter: North of Golden Rod, talk to a girl near a peculiar tree. Afterwards, return to Golden Rod and talk to the girls in the house to the right of the gym. They will give you the Squirtbottle.
2. The Sudowoodo: Return to the peculiar tree and use the Squirtbottle on it. The “tree”, which is actually a Sudowoodo, will get angry and attack. You can choose to capture him or defeat him. Don’t be fooled by appearance; he is a rock-type Pokémon.
3. TM08-Rock Breaker: When you beat/capture Sudowoodo, a man nearby will give you the TM08-Rock Breaker.
4. Arrival in Ecruteak: Go west, then climb until you reach Ecruteak. In town, collect the Item Finder from a boy near the Pokémon Center and, after defeating the five sisters using Eevee evolutions in a nearby house, earn HM03-Surf.
5. Ecruteak Gym: The city gym is a labyrinthine challenge, but with zigzag movements, you’ll be able to reach Morty, the leader. It uses ghost Pokémon. When you defeat him, receive the Fog Badge and the TM30-Shadow Ball.
6. Encounter with Legends: Visit the temple in the northwest of the city. There, find and battle your rival. After the fight, you will encounter three legendary Pokémon: Raikou, Entei, and Suicune. They will run away and start wandering the game’s routes.
City of Olivini: The lighthouse and the search for the medicine
1. The Miltanks Route and Farm:
- When leaving the previous city, head west.
- Halfway there, you’ll find a farm with several Miltanks. One of the Miltanks is sick in a house.
- When you heal her, a woman in the neighboring house will offer you a TM as thanks.
- The man of the house sells milk, a potent potion that restores your Pokémon’s health points.
2. Exploring the City of Olivini:
- At the end of the route, you will enter the City of Olivini.
- Please note that the city gym is closed. The leader, Jasmine, is not present.
- Head to the lighthouse located in the southeast of Olivini. At the top of the lighthouse, you’ll find Jasmine who is tending to her ailing Pokémon.
- To cure the Pokémon, you will need to look for a special medicine in Cianwood City.
- But before you set off on your journey, visit the last house before the beach. A man will give you the HM04-Strenght.
- There is a building in West Olivini where battles are held. If you want, you can choose the level of your opposing Pokémon and challenge them.
City of Cianwood and Storm Badge: The Search for the Medicine
1. Sea Travel:
- From Olivini beach, use Surf and head strictly left.
- At the end of the sea path, you will arrive at Cianwood City.
2. The Encounter with Suicune:
- When exploring the northern part of the city, Suicune will appear and, after spotting him, he will run away.
- Immediately after Suicune escapes, Mysticalman Eusine will challenge him to a battle.
3. Cianwood Gym and the Medicine:
- The city’s gym is led by Chuck, a specialist in fighting-type Pokémon. When you defeat him, you will receive the Storm Badge and the TM01-Dynamic Punch.
- As you exit the gym, talk to the woman located straight ahead. She will give you the HM02-Fly.
- In your search for the medicine, enter the last house south of the city. Inside, a man will provide you with the medicine you need to cure Jasmine’s Pokémon.
Return to Olivini and Mineral Badge: Jasmine’s Gratitude
1. The Return to Olivini:
- Use Fly to quickly return to Olivini, avoiding the frequent encounters with Tentacools at sea.
- Back at the lighthouse, climb to the top and give Jasmine the medicine.
- With Jasmine’s Pokémon healed, she will return to the gym.
2. Olivini Gym Challenge:
- Head to the gym and face Jasmine and her metallic Pokémon.
- Upon victory, she will grant you the Steel Badge and the TM24-Iron Tail.
Mahogany City and Glacier Badge: Showdown with Team Rocket
1. Route to Mahogany City:
- Leaving Ecruteak City, head east, passing several lakes.
- During the journey, you will encounter Suicune again. When it gets close, it will run away.
2. Mahogany City Exploration:
- Arriving in the city, go to the northern part where there is a park. In the center, there is a lake with a red Gyarados.
- Capture the Gyarados and interact with Lance, who observed your battle. He will request your help to face Team Rocket.
3. Showdown with Team Rocket:
- Inside one of the city’s houses, after witnessing a battle between Lance and a Rocket, a secret passage will be revealed by Lance.
- In the basement, face all the members of Team Rocket.
- During exploration, two Rockets will provide passwords to open a gate. Later, a Murkrow will provide an additional password for another gate.
- With the passwords in hand, follow the aforementioned instructions to open the gates and confront the Team Rocket leaders.
4. The Mahogany Gym:
- Upon completion of the Rocket hideout, Lance will give you HM06-Whirpool.
- Now it’s time to challenge the gym. The leader, Pryce, uses ice Pokémon.
- Upon defeating him, you will be rewarded with the Glacier Badge and the TM16-Icy Wind.
Return to the Golden Rod and the Liberation of the Radio Tower
Upon returning to Golden Rod, the main focus is the Radio Tower, which has been taken over by the members of Team Rocket. Upon entering the tower, you will encounter several members of Team Rocket. As you advance through the floors, you will certainly notice a gate blocking the path. Leave it for later. When you reach the top, face the Team Rocket leader. Upon defeating him, you will be rewarded with the Basement Key .
With this key in hand, head northwest of the city. There is a residence there with a descending staircase. Go through the narrow hallway to the right of the main hallway. Use the Basement Key to open the blocked door and prepare to face your rival once again. After defeating the 3 Rocket members, you will find three switches next to them. Activate them in the order: 1st, 2nd and 3rd. By doing this correctly, a passage will be freed up.
Continuing through this underground area, you will eventually encounter a distinctive-looking Team Rocket member. He will provide you with the Card Key . Use this item to access blocked areas in the Radio Tower. With the Team Rocket members defeated, the path to the 8th Gym will be clear.
City of Blackthorn: Clash with Dragons and Obtain the Rising Badge
After the recent adventure in Golden Rod, the destination is now Blackthorn. From Mahogany, head east. You will find a cave that will present challenges such as pushing rocks and sliding on ice. In this underground maze, search for the essential item, the HM07-Waterfall .
Once out of this cave, you will find yourself in Blackthorn, home of the 8th and final Gym in the Johto region. The Gym specializes in Dragon-type Pokémon and is led by Clair. After a hard-fought battle, in a twist, Clair refuses to hand over the badge. Don’t be discouraged. Behind the gym, use Surf and follow the path to a cave. There, after using HM06-Whirlpool to dispel a whirlpool, you will find the Dragon Fang. When you obtain it, Clair will recognize your value as a trainer and give you the Rising Badge and the TM24-Dragonbreath .
In search of Suicune
With all badges in hand and armed with the Master Ball, return to Ecruteak. Next to the Fire Tower, there is a house that keeps the secret of the legendary Pokémon dogs. After defeating the trainers protecting the place, you will finally have the chance to face Suicune. If you opt for a guaranteed catch, the Master Ball is your best choice.
The Johto League and the Elite Four
When you acquire all eight gym badges from the Johto region, you must confront the powerful Elite Four and the champion, establishing yourself as one of the best Pokémon trainers:
1. Preparation in New Bark Town
Start by returning to your hometown of New Bark. Here, it is essential to talk to Professor Elm. He, recognizing your journey and achievements so far, will hand you one of the most coveted items in the Pokémon universe: the Master Ball. This Poké Ball is foolproof, guaranteeing the capture of any Pokémon without fail.
2. The Journey to Indigo Plateau
After obtaining the Master Ball, head to the eastern part of New Bark. You will find a serene lake. Use HM Surf, allowing your Pokémon to transport you over water. On this water route, prepare for battles, as trainers eager for challenges will be on the lookout, looking to test their skills against a candidate for the title of champion.
Continuing your journey, you will enter a cave. This cave, in addition to housing wild Pokémon, serves as the last test of endurance before the final confrontation. As you emerge on the other side, you will reach the prestigious Indigo Plateau, the scene of the final battle.
3. The Showdown with the Elite Four
The Elite Four is not just a group of trainers, but rather the four most skilled trainers in the region. Each one specializes in a specific type of Pokémon. Here is a detailed description of each member and their teams:
- Will, the Master Psychic : His team is mainly made up of Psychic-type Pokémon.
- Xatu (Level 40)
- Xatu (Level 42)
- Jynx (Level 41)
- Executor (Level 41)
- Slowbro (Level 41)
- Koga the Poison Ninja : He specializes in Poison-type Pokémon.
- Ariados (Level 40)
- Forretress (Level 43)
- Venomoth (Level 41)
- Muk (Level 42)
- Crobat (Level 44)
- Bruno, the Fighting-Type Warrior : Although his specialty is the Fighting-type, his team presents an interesting variety.
- Hitmontop (Level 42)
- Umbreon (Level 42)
- Vileplume (Level 42)
- Gengar (Level 45)
- Houndoom (Level 47)
- Murkrow (Level 44)
- Karen, the Dark Mistress of the Night : She mainly uses Dark-type Pokémon.
- Umbreon (Level 42)
- Vileplume (Level 42)
- Gengar (Level 45)
- Houndoom (Level 47)
- Murkrow (Level 44)
4. The Champion: Lance, the Dragon Master
After overcoming the Elite Four, the last obstacle is the Champion, Lance. He specializes in Dragon-type Pokémon, but his team boasts a formidable variety:
- Gyarados (Level 44)
- Dragonite (Level 47)
- Dragonite (Level 47)
- Dragonite (Level 50)
- Aerodactyl (Level 46)
- Charizard (Level 46)
Tip : Ice-type Pokémon are extremely effective against Dragons, while Rock-type Pokémon are good against Charizard and Aerodactyl.
Vermilion City and Thunder Badge
Beginning in New Bark : After watching the credits, you will find your character back in the town of New Bark. At this point, pay a visit to Professor Elm, the town’s Pokémon expert. It will provide something vital for the next leg of your journey: the “Passage to the SS Aqua”.
Heading to Olivine : Your next stop is the town of Olivine. As you approach the southern part of the city, there is an underground path that will take you directly to the port. This is where the SS Aqua is docked.
Adventure on the SS Aqua : Upon entering the ship, prepare to face a series of battles. The ship is full of trainers eager for a duel. Fight each one of them and don’t forget to interact and talk to everyone, as this is essential for the progression of the story. After overcoming all the challenges on the ship, you will finally disembark in the city of Vermilion.
Vermilion Gym Challenge : In Vermilion City, the main highlight is the local gym, led by Lieutenant Surge, an electric Pokémon expert. Face him and his team of Electric Pokémon, and when you emerge victorious, you will be rewarded with the Thunder Badge.
Saffron City and Gold Badge
To Saffron : From Vermilion, head north towards the town of Saffron.
Saffron Gym Challenge : Inside the city, the gym awaits you. Led by Sabrina, a trainer specializing in psychic Pokémon, prepare for a challenging battle. When you defeat Sabrina, your reward is the Gold Badge.
Lavender City
Towards Lavender : Continuing your journey, head east until you reach the city of Lavender.
Exploring the Rock Tunnel : North of town you will find the entrance to the Rock Tunnel. Before entering, make sure you have the HM05-Flash in your possession, as the tunnel is dark and this HM will help light it up. Once you cross the tunnel, your destination is the Power Plant.
Mission at the Power Plant : Inside the plant, it is crucial to interact and talk to everyone. Upon leaving the plant, a man approaches to talk. After the interaction, return to the Rock Tunnel exit and head west. This will take you to Cerulean City.
Cerulean City and Cascade Insignia
Gym Intrigue : In Cerulean City, go directly to the gym. Upon entering, you will have an unexpected encounter with a Team Rocket member who bumps into you on the way out. Follow him north, talk and get important information.
After this interaction, return to the gym and carefully examine the top left square of the central pool. As you do so, discover an item vital to your quest.
Showdown with Misty : Continuing north, you will encounter Misty, the gym leader. After a brief dialogue, she returns to the gym. Get ready for a battle against your water Pokémon. Winning, receive the Cascade Badge.
Side Missions : After obtaining the badge, return to the Power Plant and give the recovered item to the man near the generator. As a reward, he will provide you with a TM. Back in Saffron City, enter the house to the left of Silph Co. Upstairs, talk to the girl. Then return to Vermilion and speak to a man in the house below the Pokémon Center to obtain the Pokédoll. Return to the girl’s house in Saffron and exchange the doll for the “Item Pass”. This item allows you to easily travel between Johto and Kanto.
In Lavender, enter the most imposing house. A man will provide you with an improved version of your radio.
Celadon City and Rainbow Badge
Direction to Celadon : From Saffron, travel west and reach Celadon City.
Celadon Gym Challenge : The city’s gym is run by Érika, who specializes in plant Pokémon. She faces her and her team, highlighting her Level 46 Belossom. Upon defeating her, she obtains the Rainbow Badge and TM16-Gigadrain as rewards.
Fuschia City and Alma Insignia
Route to Fuschia : From Celadon, head west until you find yourself on the bicycle route. Follow this route to eventually reach the city of Fuschia.
Fuschia Gym Challenge : Upon entering the city’s gym, notice a significant change: Koga, the former leader, is now part of the Elite 5, and in his place is the leader Janine. Janine specializes in poisonous Pokémon and has a team made up of Crobat L36, two Weezing L36, Ariados L33 and Venomoth L39. Defeat her to obtain the Soul Badge, along with TM06-Toxic.
Pewter City and Rock Badge
Waking Snorlax : Head back to Vermilion, and you’ll notice a sleeping Snorlax blocking your path. To wake it up, approach it, open your Pokégear and tune in to the station playing the Pokéflute song. Once Snorlax wakes up, you will have the unique chance to capture him.
Path to Pewter : Next, head to Digletts Cave. After crossing the cave, use the Cut move on a nearby bush to reach Pewter Town. In the city gym, you will face Brock, a trainer specializing in rock-type Pokémon. His team consists of Graveler L41, Kabutops L42, Omastar L42, Rhyhorn L41 and Onix L44. When you win, you will be awarded the Rocha Badge.
Cinnabar Island and Volcano Insignia
Towards Cinnabar Island : Return and head down to Pallet, passing Veridian (but for now, ignore the closed gym there). In Pallet, talk to Professor Carvalho. Use the Surf move on the lake south of the city, and follow it until you find Gary. After a short conversation, he will quickly leave. Continue using Surf, but this time in an easterly direction, until you find an island with a cave.
Cinnabar’s New Gym : Inside the cave, lies Blaine. Cinnabar’s original gym was destroyed due to a volcano eruption a few years ago, making this cave the new gym. Face off against Blaine and his fire-type Pokémon: Magcargo L45, Magmar L45 and Rapidash L50. When you win, you will receive the Volcano Badge.
Veridian City and Terra Insignia
Veridian Gym Challenge : Now, return to Veridian and enter the city gym. The new leader, Gary, has a variety of Pokémon on his team: Pidgeot L56, Alakazam L54, Rhydon L56, Exeggutor L58, Gyarados L58, and Arcanine L58. When you overcome it, you will be awarded the Terra Badge.
Silver Cave and Battle with Ash
Towards the Silver Cave : Return to Pallet and look for Professor Oak again, who will tell you about the Silver Cave. Go west of Veridian and follow a narrow corridor until you reach an area with lots of vegetation and a Pokémon Center. The northernmost cave is Silver Cave.
The Last Challenge : At the end of this cave, you will find Ash, possessing the most powerful Pokémon in the game, including Pikachu L81, Espeon L77, Snorlax L77, Venusaur L77, Charizard L77, and Blastoise L77. Get ready, as this is considered the most challenging battle in the game.
After completing all these challenges, all that remains is to capture all the Pokémon so that you can completely finish the game.
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