Nuzlocke Rules
Core Rules
- If a Pokémon faints, it is considered "dead" and must be released or stored in a "cemetery" box permanently.
- You may only catch the first Pokémon encountered in each area. If the first encounter faints or flees, you get no Pokémon from that area.
- You must nickname all Pokémon for stronger emotional attachment.
Optional Rules
- Dupes Clause: If the first encounter is a Pokémon you've already caught, you may ignore it and find another.
- Shiny Clause: Shiny Pokémon may always be caught, regardless of encounter rules.
- Level Limit: Your Pokémon cannot be leveled higher than the next Gym Leader's highest level Pokémon.
- Set Mode: Switch must be set to "Set" rather than "Shift".
- No Items: No items can be used in battle (held items are allowed).
- No Pokémon Center: Pokémon Centers may only be used for PC access, not for healing.
LeafGreen Specific Tips
- Early Cascoon/Silcoon encounters can provide valuable type coverage.
- Consider your Safari Zone strategy carefully - you only get one encounter per area.
- Don't forget about the Game Corner for potential team additions.
- Plan carefully for the Elite Four - their levels spike significantly compared to Victory Road.
Planner &Tracker
Locations & Encounters
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