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Pokemon Gold/Silver/Crystal Hints

Which Pokemon should I choose?

  • 1 of 5: Well, you have three choices:
    1. #152 Chikorita, a Grass-type Pokemon,
    2. #155 Cyndaquil, a Fire-type Pokemon, and
    3. #158 Totodile, a Water-type Pokemon.
  • 2 of 5: If you played Red/Blue/Yellow, you'll probably be tempted to take Chikorita. You should only do it if you are an experienced trainer, due to the first two Gym Leaders. Evolves at level 16, then again at level 32.
  • 3 of 5: Totodile is a good choice, but he probably won't do you much good at the second Gym, which is situated in Azalea Town. Evolves at level 18, then again at level 30.
  • 4 of 5: I would take Cyndaquil, because he is not only powerful, but he is also best against the 2 first Gym Leaders. Also, it evolves already at level 14, then again at level 36.
  • 5 of 5: I picked Chikorita, because I like Grass-Pokemon, and because I consider myself a very experienced trainer. It's up to you, of course.