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==Introduction==
After the title screen, the resident researcher of the [[Hoenn]] region, [[Professor Birch]], appears and introduces new Trainers to the Pokémon world. The professor continues, asking the player to select both a gender and a name, which can be up to seven characters long. With that done, Birch sends the player off to begin their journey!


== Badge 1: [[Littleroot Town]] to [[Rustboro City]] ==
==Home==
=== [[Littleroot Town]] ===
The game begins [[Inside of Truck|in the back of a moving truck]], as your family has just moved here from the far-off [[Johto]] region. Hop out of the truck to meet {{ho|Mom}} and step inside your new home. Head upstairs to check out your room and set the clock. Return to the first floor and Mom excitedly calls you over to the TV; the current program just aired a segment about the [[Petalburg Gym]], where your dad is the new [[Gym Leader]]. She then suggests visiting his friend, your new neighbor, Professor Birch. Welcome to Littleroot Town!
The game begins in a pickup truck parked in Littleroot Town. The player's family has just moved here from [[Johto]]. After exiting the truck, you will head into their house. Here, you can set the clock and visit with your [[mom]]. Once you have done this, you should then head to the neighbor's house. After learning that their neighbor, who is either [[Brendan]] or {{ga|May}} depending on the player's gender, is not home, you should head north to {{rt|101}} and rescue [[Professor Birch]].


=== [[Route 101]] ===
==Littleroot Town==
[[image:Ruby-sapphire-starters.png|thumb|right|The player must choose their [[starter Pokémon|starter]] wisely.]]
[[File:Littleroot Town RS.png|thumb|Littleroot Town]]
After stumbling across Professor Birch, who is being attacked by a {{p|Poochyena}}, he will tell the player to select one of the [[Pokémon]] in the bag. The options are {{p|Treecko}}, the {{type2|Grass}}, {{p|Torchic}}, the {{type2|Fire}}, or {{p|Mudkip}}, the {{type2|Water}}. The player must choose carefully, as this Pokémon will be their starter. Once the Pokémon is selected, a battle between the starter and a Poochyena will commence. After its defeat, Birch will take the player to his lab and tell them to go to {{rt|103}} to meet their rival. If the player is male, the rival will be {{ga|May}}. If the player is female, the rival will be {{ga|Brendan}}. After doing this, the player should head home to access their PC and withdraw a [[Potion]]. Upon completion, the player will head north towards [[Oldale Town]], the first town with a [[Pokémon Center]].


=== [[Oldale Town]] to {{rt|103}} ===
{{to|Littleroot}} is a quaint little town nestled on the lush southern edge of the [[Hoenn]] mainland. There are only three buildings here; your home, [[Professor Birch]]'s home, and the professor's Pokémon Laboratory, where he conducts research on Pokémon distribution, in the south.
Upon reaching [[Oldale Town]], the player will continue north to {{rt|103}}. Along the way, the player will meet a [[Poké Mart]] salesman. After speaking with him, the player will receive a free [[Potion]]. Once this is done, the player should continue north, where they will have their first battle with their rival.


==== Rival battle ====
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #E7C373; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #F8E078;"
[[image:Rs-rival-1.png|thumb|left|The first rival battle]]
|- align="center"
At this point, the rival will only have one Pokémon. What it is depends on which Pokémon the player chose at the beginning of the game. The rival character will have chosen the Pokémon with a type advantage over the player, at level 5. Since the rival's Pokémon has no special attacks in this battle, a good ol' Scratch/Pound/Tackle spamming session should do the trick. Upon the defeat of the rival, they will head back to Littleroot Town.
! Items
|-
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{{itlisth|road}}
{{itemlist|Potion|Retrievable from the PC in the player's room|Ru=yes|Sa=yes}}
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===Professor Birch's House===
Having just moved to a new town, why not meet your new neighbors? Visit the house next door to meet the professor's wife, then head upstairs to meet his child, {{ga|May}}/{{ga|Brendan}}. She/He suddenly leaves, remembering that Birch asked for help in catching a Pokémon.
{{-}}
==Route 101==
[[File:Hoenn Route 101 RS.png|thumb|left|Route 101]]
[[File:Ruby Sapphire first partners.png|thumb|240px|Choose wisely!]]
 
{{rt|101|Hoenn}} is a short path that connects [[Littleroot Town]] to [[Oldale Town]] in the north. The route features several patches of [[tall grass]], a favorite hiding place of wild Pokémon.  
 
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #{{locationcolor/med|land}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|land}};"
|- align="center"
! Available Pokémon
|-
|
{{catch/header|land|no}}
{{catch/entry3|263|Zigzagoon|yes|yes|no|Grass|2-3|45%|type1=Normal}}
{{catch/entry3|265|Wurmple|yes|yes|no|Grass|2-3|45%|type1=Bug}}
{{catch/entry3|261|Poochyena|yes|yes|no|Grass|2-3|10%|type1=Dark}}
{{catch/div|land|First partner Pokémon}}
{{catch/entry3|252|Treecko|yes|yes|no|Gift|5|One|type1=Grass}}
{{catch/entry3|255|Torchic|yes|yes|no|Gift|5|One|type1=Fire}}
{{catch/entry3|258|Mudkip|yes|yes|no|Gift|5|One|type1=Water}}
{{catch/footer|land}}
|}
 
 
===Save the Professor!===
When you first reach the area, you find [[Professor Birch]] being chased around by a wild {{p|Poochyena}}! His Bag has fallen out of his reach, and he pleads with you for help. Choose one of the three Pokémon from the Poké Balls inside the professor's Bag, and use it to scare off his attacker.
 
{| style="margin: auto; background: #{{hoenn color dark}}; text-align: center; font-size: 85%; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{hoenn color}};"
|-
! colspan="2" style="width: 80px; background: #{{hoenn color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | [[File:252Treecko.png|100px]]<br>'''{{pcolor|Treecko|{{hoenn color dark}}}}'''<br>
! colspan="2" style="width: 80px; background: #{{hoenn color light}};" | [[File:255Torchic.png|100px]]<br>'''{{pcolor|Torchic|{{hoenn color dark}}}}'''<br>
! colspan="2" style="width: 80px; background: #{{hoenn color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}};" | [[File:258Mudkip.png|100px]]<br>'''{{pcolor|Mudkip|{{hoenn color dark}}}}'''
|-
| colspan="2" style="background: #{{grass color}};" | {{color2|FFF|Grass (type)|Grass}}
| colspan="2" style="background: #{{fire color}};" | {{color2|FFF|Fire (type)|Fire}}
| colspan="2" style="background: #{{water color}};" | {{color2|FFF|Water (type)|Water}}
|- style="background: #{{hoenn color light}};"
| {{MSP/3|253|Grovyle}}
| {{pcolor|Grovyle|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/3|256|Combusken}}
| {{pcolor|Combusken|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/3|259|Marshtomp}}
| {{pcolor|Marshtomp|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="2" style="background: #{{grass color}};" | {{color2|FFF|Grass (type)|Grass}}
| style="background: #{{fire color}};" | {{color2|FFF|Fire (type)|Fire}}
| style="background: #{{fighting color}};" | {{color2|FFF|Fighting (type)|Fighting}}
| style="background: #{{water color}};" | {{color2|FFF|Water (type)|Water}}
| style="background: #{{ground color}};" | {{color2|FFF|Ground (type)|Ground}}
|- style="background: #{{hoenn color light}};"
| {{MSP/3|254|Sceptile}}
| {{pcolor|Sceptile|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/3|257|Blaziken}}
| {{pcolor|Blaziken|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/3|260|Swampert}}
| {{pcolor|Swampert|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="2" style="background: #{{grass color}}; {{roundybl|5px}};" | {{color2|FFF|Grass (type)|Grass}}
| style="background: #{{fire color}};" | {{color2|FFFFFF|Fire (type)|Fire}}
| style="background: #{{fighting color}};" | {{color2|FFF|Fighting (type)|Fighting}}
| style="background: #{{water color}};" | {{color2|FFF|Water (type)|Water}}
| style="background: #{{ground color}}; {{roundybr|5px}};" | {{color2|FFF|Ground (type)|Ground}}
|}
 
 
* The {{type|Grass}} {{p|Treecko}} has the most weaknesses of the trio, with five: {{t|Fire}}-, {{t|Bug}}-, {{t|Poison}}-, {{t|Flying}}-, and {{type|Ice}} attacks. It and its evolutions excel in {{stat|Special Attack}} and {{stat|Speed}}. Its Grass moves are strong against {{t|Water}}-, {{t|Rock}}-, and {{type|Ground}} Pokémon.  


=== {{rt|103}} to [[Littleroot Town]] and back ===
* The {{type|Fire}} {{p|Torchic}} is great when battling {{t|Grass}}-, {{t|Bug}}-, {{t|Ice}}-, and {{type|Steel}} Pokémon, but is vulnerable to {{t|Water}}-, {{t|Rock}}-, and {{type|Ground}} moves. It and its evolved forms focus on {{stat|Attack}} and {{stat|Special Attack}}. As it grows, it gains a secondary {{t|Fighting}} type.
After following the rival back to Littleroot Town, the player will be given five [[Poké Ball]]s. Before leaving town, the player's mom will appear to give her child a pair of [[Running Shoes]]. Once this is completed, the player may now head back up to Oldale Town. Once they arrive, they may now buy [[Poké Ball]]s at the Pokémart, along with other goodies. Then, the player should head west, leaving Oldale via Route 102.


=== {{rt|102}} and [[Petalburg City]] ===
* The {{type|Water}} {{p|Mudkip}} has an advantage when facing {{t|Fire}}-, {{t|Rock}}-, and {{type|Ground}} Pokémon, but may struggle against {{t|Grass}} and {{t|Electric}} attacks. It and its evolutions specialize in {{stat|Attack}}. As it grows, it gains a secondary Ground type; this protects it from Electric attacks, but leaves it especially vulnerable to Grass moves.
There are four easy [[Pokémon Trainer]]s along Route 102. The player should battle them in order to earn experience and money.


Also along Route 102 are items and berries.
==Littleroot Town==
===Birch's Lab===
After scaring off the wild Pokémon, Birch invites you back to the Lab. As thanks for rescuing him, he happily lets you keep the young Pokémon. He then encourages you to visit May/Brendan on {{rt|103|Hoenn}} for tips on how to be a Pokémon Trainer. When your Pokémon needs a rest, head back home and visit with Mom to have her restore it to full health.  


Continuing west, the player will eventually arrive at [[Petalburg City]]. After heading to the gym, the player will learn that their [[Norman|father]] will not accept their challenge until they have earned four badges. Instead, he recommends his child go and assist [[Wally]], who will become another rival of the player, to capture a {{p|Ralts}}.
==Oldale Town==
[[File:Oldale Town RS.png|thumb|Oldale Town]]


Once done with Wally, the player may now exit Petalburg City to the west by heading out on {{rt|104}}.
[[Oldale Town]] is the first settlement in the region to feature a [[Pokémon Center]] and a [[Poké Mart]]. Pokémon Centers are essentially hospitals where creatures can be restored to perfect health. The PC on the counter is always available for Trainers to organize their Pokémon. Poké Marts offer a wide range of items for sale, from Potions to Poké Balls. {{rt|102|Hoenn}} leads off to the west, while {{rt|103|Hoenn}} runs northward.  


=== {{rt|104}} to [[Rustboro City]] ===
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #BD9D7B; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #CEB27B;"
Route 104 is the last route before Rustboro City. It holds [[Petalburg Woods]], which is similar to [[Viridian Forest]] in Kanto. It also holds Mr. Briney's house, which will be important later. In the woods, the player encounters a Devon worker looking for {{p|Shroomish}} when a [[Team Aqua]](Sapphire) or [[Team Magma]] (Ruby) Grunt assaults him. The player will then battle the Grunt, who will run away while swearing revenge. The worker will give the player their first [[Great Ball]]. He will then realize what is happening and will run to Rustboro City. The player can then advance to the end of the woods. The last stretch to Rustboro City has: a [[Pretty Petal Flower Shop|flower shop]], two trainers, a [[double battle]], a Fisherman, and [[Berries]].
|- align="center"
[[Category:Walkthroughs]]
! Items
[[Category:Ruby and Sapphire walkthrough]]
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{{itlisth|road}}
{{itemlist|Potion|From the Poké Mart worker near the exit to Route 101|Ru=yes|Sa=yes}}
{{itlistfoot|road}}
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==Badge 1: Rustboro City==
[[image:Overworld Rustboro City.png|thumb|right|The city has a Gym, the [[Devon Corporation|Devon Corp.]] Building (upper-right) and the [[Pokémon Trainer's School|School]] (above the fountain).]] Upon clearing routes 101, 102, 103 and 104, proceed to Rustboro City. Rustboro City has various points of interest: the Cutter's house, in which he gives the player [[HM01]] Cut, the [[Devon Corporation]] building, the [[Pokémon Trainer's School]], and of course, the [[Rustboro Gym|Gym]]. The Gym in Rustboro City uses {{type2|Rock}} Pokémon.


Main article: [[Rustboro Gym]]  
===Free Potions!===
Speak to the woman near the southeast house. She works at the local Poké Mart, and shows you the way to the shop. Once there, she gives you a free [[Potion]] as part of a promotion her shop is running.


[[Roxanne]] is the [[Gym Leader]] here. She graduated with top marks from the [[Pokémon Trainer's School]].
===The Sketch Artist===
The western exit is currently blocked off by a man who believes that he may have found some extremely rare Pokémon tracks. No one is allowed past until he has made a sketch of his discovery.
{{-}}
==Route 103==
[[File:Hoenn Route 103 RS.png|thumb|300px|Route 103]]


{{rt|103|Hoenn}} serves as a shortcut between [[Oldale Town]] and {{rt|110|Hoenn}}. Seawater divides the route, restricting travel to the western side for now.


{| {{Bluetable|background: white; margin: auto;}}
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #{{locationcolor/med|land}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|land}};"
|- style="background: #ccf;"
|- align="center"
! colspan="2" | Pokemon
! Available Pokémon
|-
|-
| {{MS|074|Geodude}}
|
| {{p|Geodude}}
{{catch/header|land|no}}
{{catch/entry3|263|Zigzagoon|yes|yes|no|Grass|2-4|60%|type1=Normal}}
{{catch/entry3|261|Poochyena|yes|yes|no|Grass|2-4|30%|type1=Dark}}
{{catch/entry3|278|Wingull|yes|yes|no|Grass|2-4|10%|type1=Water|type2=Flying}}
{{catch/footer|land}}
|}
 
 
===Rival Battle 1===
[[File:Rivalbattle.png|thumb|240px|The first battle.]]
Cross through the tall grass to meet up with {{ga|May|your}} {{ga|Brendan|rival}}, who challenges you to a friendly battle after spotting your new Pokémon. The opposing Pokémon will always have a type advantage against your own. Remember to use Potions if the battle isn't going your way!
 
===={{MSP/3|252|Treecko}} Player chose {{p|Treecko}}====
{| style="margin: auto;"
|
{{Party/Single
|color={{{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Sapphire|1=Ruby}} color}}
|headcolor={{{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Sapphire|1=Ruby}} color light}}
|bordercolor={{{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Sapphire|1=Ruby}} color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=May|1=Brendan}}.png
|prize={{PDollar}}300
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name={{color2|000|{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=May|1=Brendan}} (game)|{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=May|1=Brendan}}}}
|game=RS|location=Hoenn Route 103|locationname=Route 103
|pokemon=1}}
|style="margin:auto"|
{{Pokémon/3|game=Ruby
|ndex=255|pokemon=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|level=5|gender=male
|ability=Blaze
|move1=Scratch|move1type=Normal
|move2=Growl|move2type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}
|}
 
 
===={{MSP/3|255|Torchic}} Player chose {{p|Torchic}}====
{| style="margin: auto;"
|
{{Party/Single
|color={{{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Sapphire|1=Ruby}} color}}
|headcolor={{{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Sapphire|1=Ruby}} color light}}
|bordercolor={{{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Sapphire|1=Ruby}} color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=May|1=Brendan}}.png
|prize={{PDollar}}300
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name={{color2|000|{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=May|1=Brendan}} (game)|{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=May|1=Brendan}}}}
|game=RS|location=Hoenn Route 103|locationname=Route 103
|pokemon=1}}
|style="margin:auto"|
{{Pokémon/3|game=Ruby
|ndex=258|pokemon=Mudkip
|type1=Water
|level=5|gender=male
|ability=Torrent
|move1=Tackle|move1type=Normal
|move2=Growl|move2type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}
|}
 
 
===={{MSP/3|258|Mudkip}} Player chose {{p|Mudkip}}====
{| style="margin: auto;"
|
{{Party/Single
|color={{{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Sapphire|1=Ruby}} color}}
|headcolor={{{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Sapphire|1=Ruby}} color light}}
|bordercolor={{{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Sapphire|1=Ruby}} color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=May|1=Brendan}}.png
|prize={{PDollar}}300
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name={{color2|000|{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=May|1=Brendan}} (game)|{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=May|1=Brendan}}}}
|game=RS|location=Hoenn Route 103|locationname=Route 103
|pokemon=1}}
|style="margin:auto"|
{{Pokémon/3|game=Ruby
|ndex=252|pokemon=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|level=5|gender=male
|ability=Overgrow
|move1=Pound|move1type=Normal
|move2=Leer|move2type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}
|}
 
 
After the battle, May/Brendan heads back south to Birch's Lab.
 
==Littleroot Town==
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #E7C373; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #F8E078;"
|- align="center"
! Items
|-
|-
| {{MS|299|Nosepass}}
|
| {{p|Nosepass}}
{{itlisth|road}}
{{itemlist|None|From Professor Birch, after defeating May/Brendan on {{rt|103|Hoenn}}|Ru=yes|Sa=yes|display=[[Pokédex]]}}
{{itemlist|Poké Ball|From May/Brendan, after obtaining the Pokédex|Ru=yes|Sa=yes|display={{i|Poké Ball}} ×5}}
{{itemlist|Running Shoes|From Mom, after obtaining the Pokédex|Ru=yes|Sa=yes}}
{{catch/div|road|Subsequent visits}}
{{itemlist|Amulet Coin|From Mom, after defeating Norman in a Gym battle|Ru=yes|Sa=yes}}
{{itemlist|S.S. Ticket|From Norman, after defeating the Elite Four and Champion for the first time|Ru=yes|Sa=yes}}
{{itlistfoot|road}}
|}
|}
Defeating Roxanne should be easy with starter pokémon {{p|Treecko}} or {{p|Mudkip}}. Alternatively, {{p|Shroomish}} can be used by those who chose {{p|Torchic}} as a starter.


After defeating Roxanne, you should head towards the [[Devon Corporation]] building. Just before you go through the fence, the Grunt from [[Petalburg Woods]] runs out of the building, knocks you down, and runs off the top of the screen. He is followed by the Devon Worker.


==Badge 2: Rustboro City to [[Dewford Town]]==
===Birch's Lab===
After Rustboro City, there are two paths the player can take, [[Route 115]] or [[Route 116]]. The player cannot [[Surf]] yet so Route 115 cannot be used. On the north-eastern edge of the city the Devon worker will tell the player that the Grunt has run to incomplete [[Rusturf Tunnel]], part of Route 116.
After the battle, follow May/Brendan back to Professor Birch's Lab. Inside, the professor gives you a handy gadget: the Pokédex! This high-tech encyclopedia instantly records information on any Pokémon you see or catch. In addition, his child gives you five {{i|Poké Ball}}s to start you off on your journey. Now that you have received some Poké Balls, they can be purchased at all Poké Marts in the region. Buying ten Poké Balls at once, at any location, also earns you a bonus Premier Ball.  


===[[Route 116]] to Dewford Town===
===Meet up with Mom===
On Route 116, a great place to catch {{p|Skitty}}, the player will have to head a short distance east to the tunnel. At the entrance of the tunnel, Mr. Briney will tell the player that his [[Peeko]] has been taken. Once inside, it is seen that the Grunt is holding a {{p|Wingull}} captive. The player will battle the Grunt once again, and when he is defeated it is realized that the Wingull is Mr. Briney's [[Peeko]]. Mr. Briney then invites the player to his house and leaves. Afterwards, the President of Devon Corporation will express his gratitude with a [[PokéNav]], and will then ask the player to deliver a parcel to [[Steven Stone]], who is in [[Dewford Town]].
As you go to leave Littleroot, you see Mom standing outside. She is proud that you have your own Pokémon. In preparation for your adventure, she gives you a pair of [[Running Shoes]]. By holding down the B Button, these shoes allow you to run twice as fast as the normal walking speed.


==Badge 2: [[Dewford Town]]==
==Route 102==
[[image: Dewford 9-16.PNG|thumb|right|A screenshot of the city. Granite Cave is out of view in the upper-right side.]] After rescuing [[Mr. Briney]]'s [[Peeko]], the player should head to Mr. Briney's cottage on Route 104, where he will offer to sail the player to Dewford Town, the location of Steven Stone and the second Gym Badge. The sail covers [[Route 105]], [[Route 106]], and [[Route 107]]. The player will then arrive at Dewford Town. [[image: Granite Cave.png|thumb|left|Granite Cave.]] The first priority should be to deliver the parcel to Steven Stone, who is in [[Granite Cave]]. However the player can also challenge the Gym to gain the ability to use [[HM05]] Flash. It should be noted that some floors of Granite Cave are dark.
[[File:Hoenn Route 102 RS.png|thumb|300px|Route 102]]


{{rt|102|Hoenn}} connects [[Oldale Town]] and [[Petalburg City]]. The patches of tall grass are home to several new wild Pokémon species.


{{main|Dewford Gym}}
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #{{locationcolor/med|land}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|land}};"
 
|- align="center"
Although Dewford Gym is dark like a cave, [[HM05]] cannot be used yet because the player has not acquired the Fist Badge, given out at Dewford Gym.  
! Trainers
{| {{Bluetable|background: white; margin: auto;}}
|-
|- style="background: #ccf;"
|
! colspan="2" | Pokemon
{{trainerheader|land}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RS Youngster.png|Youngster|Calvin|80|1|263|Zigzagoon|♂|5||38=Nav}}
{{trainerdiv}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RS Bug Catcher.png|Bug Catcher|Rick|64|2|265|Wurmple|♂|4||265|Wurmple|♂|4|}}
{{trainerdiv}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RS Youngster.png|Youngster|Allen|48|2|261|Poochyena|♂|5||276|Taillow|♂|3|}}
{{trainerdiv}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RS Lass.png|Lass|Tiana|64|2|263|Zigzagoon|♀|4||263|Zigzagoon|♀|4|}}
{{catch/div|land|Rematch}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RS Youngster.png|Youngster|Calvin{{tt|*|First rematch}}|432|1|264|Linoone|♂|27|}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RS Youngster.png|Youngster|Calvin{{tt|*|Second and third rematch}}|{{tt|480|Second rematch}}/{{tt|528|Third rematch}}|2|277|Swellow|♂|{{tt|28|Second rematch}}/{{tt|31|Third rematch}}||264|Linoone|♂|{{tt|30|Second rematch}}/{{tt|33|Third rematch}}|}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RS Youngster.png|Youngster|Calvin{{tt|*|Fourth rematch}}|576|3|277|Swellow|♂|34||288|Vigoroth|♂|32||264|Linoone|♂|36|}}
{{trainerfooter|land|3}}
|}
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #{{locationcolor/med|land}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|land}};"
|- align="center"
! Available Pokémon
|-
|
{{catch/header|land|no}}
{{Catch/entry3|263|Zigzagoon|yes|yes|no|Grass|3-4|30%|type1=Normal}}
{{Catch/entry3|265|Wurmple|yes|yes|no|Grass|3-4|30%|type1=Bug}}
{{Catch/entry3|273|Seedot|yes|no|no|Grass|3-4|20%|type1=Grass}}
{{Catch/entry3|270|Lotad|no|yes|no|Grass|3-4|20%|type1=Water|type2=Grass}}
{{Catch/entry3|261|Poochyena|yes|yes|no|Grass|3-4|15%|type1=Dark}}
{{Catch/entry3|280|Ralts|yes|yes|no|Grass|4|4%|type1=Psychic}}
{{Catch/entry3|283|Surskit|yes|yes|no|Grass|3|1%|type1=Bug|type2=Water}}
{{catch/footer|land}}
|}
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #{{locationcolor/med|land}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|land}};"
|- align="center"
! Items
|-
|-
| {{MS|066|Machop}}
|
| {{p|Machop}}
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===Soft Soil===
There is a patch of [[soft soil]] on the route's north side. On your first visit, two {{DL|Berry|Generation III|Berry}} trees can be found growing here. Collect the fruit and the trees disappear, allowing you to plant another Berry to continue the cycle. The amount of time needed for the new tree to fully mature and produce fruit varies based on the kind of Berry. After obtaining a [[watering can]], you may water the young plants at certain times to increase the Berry yield. Berries can have several useful effects, from curing status conditions to restoring health. They can even be turned into [[Pokéblock|candy]]!
 
==Petalburg City==
[[File:Petalburg City RS.png|thumb|Petalburg City]]
 
Situated between {{rt|102|Hoenn}} to the east and {{rt|104|Hoenn}} to the west, [[Petalburg City]] is the first location you reach to feature a [[Pokémon Gym]].
 
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If the player chose {{p|Torchic}} as a starter, the player can take advantage of super-effective {{m|Peck}}s here. If the player chose {{p|Mudkip}} or {{p|Treecko}}, {{p|Taillow}} and {{p|Ralts}} provide a decent alternative.


==Badge 3: Dewford Town to [[Mauville City]]==
===Meet up with Dad===
After the player has gone to Dewford City and defeated the Gym and delivered the parcel to Steven in Granite Cave, the player should go back to Rustboro City and get the [[PokéNav]] from the president of the Devon Corp. After that, the player should go to Slateport City.  
When you visit the [[Petalburg Gym]], you find your father, [[Norman]], standing in the lobby. He is surprised that you've made it this far from home, but is excited for you to become a Pokémon Trainer like him. A sickly boy named [[Wally]] soon enters, and explains that he will be staying with relatives in nearby [[Verdanturf Town]] in the hopes that the clean air will do him good. But he is afraid of becoming lonely there, and asks for help in catching a Pokémon to take along. Norman asks that you go with him, and loans him his {{p|Zigzagoon}} and a {{i|Poké Ball}}. Wally leads you back to {{rt|102|Hoenn}}, where he successfully catches a {{p|Ralts}}.
 
Back at the Gym, Wally can't thank you enough for helping him catch his very own Pokémon. Your father then gives you some advice: to become a strong Trainer, challenge Gym Leader [[Roxanne]] in [[Rustboro City]] before moving on to the other Gym Leaders. Though Norman is also a Gym Leader, he will not accept your challenge until you have earned four [[Badge]]s.


===[[Route 109]]===
In Route 109, the player will find numerous trainers and the Seashore House, a shop to buy [[Soda Pop]].
===[[Slateport City]]===
In Slateport City, there is the Slateport Market, Captain Stern's Shipyard, the Oceanic Museum, Pokémon Fan Club, [[Name Rater]]'s House, Slateport Harbor, and the Pokémon Contest-Hyper Rank. In the Slateport Market, one can buy an {{p|Azurill}} doll, {{p|Marill}} doll, and {{p|Skitty}} doll, each for 3000 Poké, [[TM10]], and [[TM43]], each for 3000 Poké. Also after buying [[TM43]], a vendor at the northern end of the Market will sell the player extra items. The Contest Hall cannot be used yet because the player has not won any Normal Rank or Super Rank Contest. [[Team Aqua]] is blocking the entrance to the Oceanic Museum and will not go away until the player goes north of the city and returns. The player should then enter the museum (there is a 50 Poké entrance fee) and proceed up the stairs, where the player will find Captain Stern. However, shortly after the encounter, two Team Aqua or Magma Grunts will enter and battle the player, back-to-back. When the two Grunts are defeated, the Team Leader appears and promises the player that his plan is not to be stopped by a child.
===[[Route 110]]===
Before, when the player first went north of the city, many Grunts were blocking the road. Now they are gone and the player can proceed. 
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Latest revision as of 08:21, 17 April 2024

This is the Bulbapedia walkthrough for Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire.
These pages follow the original Game Boy Advance iteration, not Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. The guide for those games can be found here.


Introduction

After the title screen, the resident researcher of the Hoenn region, Professor Birch, appears and introduces new Trainers to the Pokémon world. The professor continues, asking the player to select both a gender and a name, which can be up to seven characters long. With that done, Birch sends the player off to begin their journey!

Home

The game begins in the back of a moving truck, as your family has just moved here from the far-off Johto region. Hop out of the truck to meet Mom and step inside your new home. Head upstairs to check out your room and set the clock. Return to the first floor and Mom excitedly calls you over to the TV; the current program just aired a segment about the Petalburg Gym, where your dad is the new Gym Leader. She then suggests visiting his friend, your new neighbor, Professor Birch. Welcome to Littleroot Town!

Littleroot Town

Littleroot Town

Littleroot is a quaint little town nestled on the lush southern edge of the Hoenn mainland. There are only three buildings here; your home, Professor Birch's home, and the professor's Pokémon Laboratory, where he conducts research on Pokémon distribution, in the south.


Professor Birch's House

Having just moved to a new town, why not meet your new neighbors? Visit the house next door to meet the professor's wife, then head upstairs to meet his child, May/Brendan. She/He suddenly leaves, remembering that Birch asked for help in catching a Pokémon.

Route 101

Route 101
Choose wisely!

Route 101 is a short path that connects Littleroot Town to Oldale Town in the north. The route features several patches of tall grass, a favorite hiding place of wild Pokémon.


Save the Professor!

When you first reach the area, you find Professor Birch being chased around by a wild Poochyena! His Bag has fallen out of his reach, and he pleads with you for help. Choose one of the three Pokémon from the Poké Balls inside the professor's Bag, and use it to scare off his attacker.

252Treecko.png
Treecko
 255Torchic.png
Torchic
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Mudkip
Grass Fire Water
Grovyle Grovyle Combusken Combusken Marshtomp Marshtomp
Grass Fire Fighting Water Ground
Sceptile Sceptile Blaziken Blaziken Swampert Swampert
Grass Fire Fighting Water Ground


  • The Water-type Mudkip has an advantage when facing Fire-, Rock-, and Ground-type Pokémon, but may struggle against Grass and Electric attacks. It and its evolutions specialize in Attack. As it grows, it gains a secondary Ground type; this protects it from Electric attacks, but leaves it especially vulnerable to Grass moves.

Littleroot Town

Birch's Lab

After scaring off the wild Pokémon, Birch invites you back to the Lab. As thanks for rescuing him, he happily lets you keep the young Pokémon. He then encourages you to visit May/Brendan on Route 103 for tips on how to be a Pokémon Trainer. When your Pokémon needs a rest, head back home and visit with Mom to have her restore it to full health.

Oldale Town

Oldale Town

Oldale Town is the first settlement in the region to feature a Pokémon Center and a Poké Mart. Pokémon Centers are essentially hospitals where creatures can be restored to perfect health. The PC on the counter is always available for Trainers to organize their Pokémon. Poké Marts offer a wide range of items for sale, from Potions to Poké Balls. Route 102 leads off to the west, while Route 103 runs northward.


Free Potions!

Speak to the woman near the southeast house. She works at the local Poké Mart, and shows you the way to the shop. Once there, she gives you a free Potion as part of a promotion her shop is running.

The Sketch Artist

The western exit is currently blocked off by a man who believes that he may have found some extremely rare Pokémon tracks. No one is allowed past until he has made a sketch of his discovery.

Route 103

Route 103

Route 103 serves as a shortcut between Oldale Town and Route 110. Seawater divides the route, restricting travel to the western side for now.


Rival Battle 1

The first battle.

Cross through the tall grass to meet up with your rival, who challenges you to a friendly battle after spotting your new Pokémon. The opposing Pokémon will always have a type advantage against your own. Remember to use Potions if the battle isn't going your way!

Treecko Player chose Treecko




Torchic Player chose Torchic




Mudkip Player chose Mudkip




After the battle, May/Brendan heads back south to Birch's Lab.

Littleroot Town


Birch's Lab

After the battle, follow May/Brendan back to Professor Birch's Lab. Inside, the professor gives you a handy gadget: the Pokédex! This high-tech encyclopedia instantly records information on any Pokémon you see or catch. In addition, his child gives you five Poké Balls to start you off on your journey. Now that you have received some Poké Balls, they can be purchased at all Poké Marts in the region. Buying ten Poké Balls at once, at any location, also earns you a bonus Premier Ball.

Meet up with Mom

As you go to leave Littleroot, you see Mom standing outside. She is proud that you have your own Pokémon. In preparation for your adventure, she gives you a pair of Running Shoes. By holding down the B Button, these shoes allow you to run twice as fast as the normal walking speed.

Route 102

Route 102

Route 102 connects Oldale Town and Petalburg City. The patches of tall grass are home to several new wild Pokémon species.


Soft Soil

There is a patch of soft soil on the route's north side. On your first visit, two Berry trees can be found growing here. Collect the fruit and the trees disappear, allowing you to plant another Berry to continue the cycle. The amount of time needed for the new tree to fully mature and produce fruit varies based on the kind of Berry. After obtaining a watering can, you may water the young plants at certain times to increase the Berry yield. Berries can have several useful effects, from curing status conditions to restoring health. They can even be turned into candy!

Petalburg City

Petalburg City

Situated between Route 102 to the east and Route 104 to the west, Petalburg City is the first location you reach to feature a Pokémon Gym.


Meet up with Dad

When you visit the Petalburg Gym, you find your father, Norman, standing in the lobby. He is surprised that you've made it this far from home, but is excited for you to become a Pokémon Trainer like him. A sickly boy named Wally soon enters, and explains that he will be staying with relatives in nearby Verdanturf Town in the hopes that the clean air will do him good. But he is afraid of becoming lonely there, and asks for help in catching a Pokémon to take along. Norman asks that you go with him, and loans him his Zigzagoon and a Poké Ball. Wally leads you back to Route 102, where he successfully catches a Ralts.

Back at the Gym, Wally can't thank you enough for helping him catch his very own Pokémon. Your father then gives you some advice: to become a strong Trainer, challenge Gym Leader Roxanne in Rustboro City before moving on to the other Gym Leaders. Though Norman is also a Gym Leader, he will not accept your challenge until you have earned four Badges.


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