Phase 2
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen Phase 2: Cascade Badge Walkthrough
Phase 2 of the Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen walkthrough: Route 3, Mt. Moon, Cerulean, Nugget Bridge, Bill, and Misty.
Route 3, Mt. Moon, Cerulean, Nugget Bridge, Bill, and Misty.
Phase 2
Phase Sections
Phase Data Rollup
| Section | Source maps | Wild rows | Trainers | Items |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route 3 and Mt. Moon | 6 | 35 | 21 | 25 |
| Cerulean City, Route 24, and Route 25 | 11 | 56 | 21 | 13 |
| Cerulean Gym | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
Route 3 and Mt. Moon
Clear Route 3, buy or skip the Route 4 Magikarp, cross Mt. Moon, and choose the Helix or Dome Fossil.
Source maps
Route 3, Route 4, Route 4 Pokemon Center 1F, Mt. Moon 1F, Mt. Moon B1F, and Mt. Moon B2F.
Route plan
Bring Repels if you want a faster cave. Save before the fossil Super Nerd if you care about clean routing.
Route Notes
- Fossils revive on Cinnabar at Lv. 5. Helix becomes Omanyte; Dome becomes Kabuto.
Mt. Moon 1F
| Pokémon | Games | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grass / cave floor | ||||
| | FRLG | 7-10 | 65% | — |
| | FRLG | 7-9 | 25% | — |
| | FRLG | 8 | 5% | — |
| | FRLG | 8 | 1% | — |
Mt. Moon B1F
| Pokémon | Games | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grass / cave floor | ||||
| | FRLG | 5-10 | 100% | — |
Mt. Moon B2F
| Pokémon | Games | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grass / cave floor | ||||
| | FRLG | 8-11 | 45% | — |
| | FRLG | 9-10 | 30% | — |
| | FRLG | 10 or 12 | 15% | — |
| | FRLG | 10 or 12 | 6% | — |
Route 3
| Pokémon | Games | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grass / cave floor | ||||
| | FRLG | 6-8 | 35% | — |
| | FRLG | 6-7 | 30% | — |
| | FRLG | 6-7 | 14% | — |
| | FRLG | 6-7 | 14% | — |
| | FRLG | 3 or 5 or 7 | 10% | — |
| | FRLG | 7 | 10% | — |
| | FRLG | 6 | 1% | — |
| | FRLG | 6 | 1% | — |
Route 4
| Pokémon | Games | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grass / cave floor | ||||
| | FRLG | 8 or 10 or 12 | 35% | — |
| | FRLG | 8 or 10 or 12 | 35% | — |
| | FRLG | 6 or 8 or 10 or 12 | 25% | — |
| | FRLG | 6 or 8 or 10 or 12 | 25% | — |
| | FRLG | 10 or 12 | 5% | — |
| Surfing | ||||
| | FRLG | 5-40 | 100% | — |
| Fishing — Old Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 5 | 100% | — |
| Fishing — Good Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 60% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 60% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| Fishing — Super Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 15-35 | 44% | — |
| | FRLG | 15-35 | 44% | — |
| | FRLG | 15-25 | 15% | — |
| | FRLG | 25-35 | 1% | — |
| | FRLG | 25-35 | 1% | — |
Route 4 Pokemon Center 1F
| Pokémon | Games | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gift Pokémon | ||||
| | FRLG | 5 | Gift | Receive from Route 4 Pokemon Center 1F. |
Trainers
| Trainer | Area / position | Team | Reward | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
RobinLass | Route 3 | $224 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (40, 11); sight 3. | |
JamesBug Catcher | Route 3 | $132 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (32, 6); sight 4. | |
SallyLass | Route 3 | $160 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (30, 3); sight 5. | |
GregBug Catcher | Route 3 | $108 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (25, 4); sight 2. | |
CalvinYoungster | Route 3 | $224 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (29, 10); sight 5. | |
JaniceLass | Route 3 | $144 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (19, 9); sight 5. | |
ColtonBug Catcher | Route 3 | $120 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (12, 6); sight 3. | |
BenYoungster | Route 3 | $176 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (17, 4); sight 2. | |
CrissyLass | Route 4 | $496 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (75, 3); sight 4. | |
IrisLass | Mt. Moon 1F | $224 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (20, 26); sight 2. | |
RobbyBug Catcher | Mt. Moon 1F | $120 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (36, 30); sight 2. | |
JovanSuper Nerd | Mt. Moon 1F | $264 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (30, 35); sight 4. | |
MiriamLass | Mt. Moon 1F | $176 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (33, 4); sight 2. | |
KentBug Catcher | Mt. Moon 1F | $132 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (7, 26); sight 4. | |
JoshYoungster | Mt. Moon 1F | $160 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (13, 17); sight 4. | |
MarcosHiker | Mt. Moon 1F | $360 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (7, 10); sight 1. | |
GruntTeam Rocket | Mt. Moon B2F | $416 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (37, 21); sight 3. | |
GruntTeam Rocket | Mt. Moon B2F | $416 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (12, 20); sight 2. | |
GruntTeam Rocket | Mt. Moon B2F | $352 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (35, 12); sight 4. | |
GruntTeam Rocket | Mt. Moon B2F | $352 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (18, 27); sight 4. | |
MiguelSuper Nerd | Mt. Moon B2F | $288 | One-time or scripted battle. Scripted map battle. |
Items And Hidden Items
| Item | Type | Area / direction | Coordinate | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape Rope | Visible item ball | Mt. Moon 1F: Visible item ball in Mt. Moon 1F; check around tile (44, 21). | 44, 21 | HIDE MT MOON 1F ESCAPE ROPE |
| Moon Stone | Visible item ball | Mt. Moon 1F: Visible item ball in Mt. Moon 1F; check around tile (3, 2). | 3, 2 | HIDE MT MOON 1F MOON STONE |
| Paralyze Heal | Visible item ball | Mt. Moon 1F: Visible item ball in Mt. Moon 1F; check around tile (2, 22). | 2, 22 | HIDE MT MOON 1F PARALYZE HEAL |
| Potion | Visible item ball | Mt. Moon 1F: Visible item ball in Mt. Moon 1F; check around tile (26, 32). | 26, 32 | HIDE MT MOON 1F POTION |
| Rare Candy | Visible item ball | Mt. Moon 1F: Visible item ball in Mt. Moon 1F; check around tile (42, 35). | 42, 35 | HIDE MT MOON 1F RARE CANDY |
| TM09 Bullet Seed | Visible item ball | Mt. Moon 1F: Visible item ball in Mt. Moon 1F; check around tile (11, 35). | 11, 35 | HIDE MT MOON 1F TM09 |
| Big Mushroom | Hidden item | Mt. Moon B1F: Hidden in Mt. Moon B1F; press A on the tile around (24, 35). | 24, 35 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Big Mushroom | Hidden item | Mt. Moon B1F: Hidden in Mt. Moon B1F; press A on the tile around (6, 12). | 6, 12 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Big Mushroom | Hidden item | Mt. Moon B1F: Hidden in Mt. Moon B1F; press A on the tile around (25, 34). | 25, 34 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Tinymushroom | Hidden item | Mt. Moon B1F: Hidden in Mt. Moon B1F; press A on the tile around (46, 2). | 46, 2 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Tinymushroom | Hidden item | Mt. Moon B1F: Hidden in Mt. Moon B1F; press A on the tile around (26, 2). | 26, 2 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Tinymushroom | Hidden item | Mt. Moon B1F: Hidden in Mt. Moon B1F; press A on the tile around (39, 34). | 39, 34 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Antidote | Visible item ball | Mt. Moon B2F: Visible item ball in Mt. Moon B2F; check around tile (3, 11). | 3, 11 | HIDE MT MOON B2F ANTIDOTE |
| Dome Fossil | Gift/scripted | Mt. Moon B2F: Scripted reward from Event Script Dome Fossil. | - | Scripted reward from Event Script Dome Fossil. |
| Ether | Hidden item | Mt. Moon B2F: Hidden in Mt. Moon B2F; press A on the tile around (39, 11). | 39, 11 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Helix Fossil | Gift/scripted | Mt. Moon B2F: Scripted reward from Event Script Helix Fossil. | - | Scripted reward from Event Script Helix Fossil. |
| Moon Stone | Hidden item | Mt. Moon B2F: Hidden in Mt. Moon B2F; press A on the tile around (20, 16). | 20, 16 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Revive | Visible item ball | Mt. Moon B2F: Visible item ball in Mt. Moon B2F; check around tile (24, 6). | 24, 6 | HIDE MT MOON B2F REVIVE |
| Star Piece | Visible item ball | Mt. Moon B2F: Visible item ball in Mt. Moon B2F; check around tile (30, 26). | 30, 26 | HIDE MT MOON B2F STAR PIECE |
| TM46 Thief | Visible item ball | Mt. Moon B2F: Visible item ball in Mt. Moon B2F; check around tile (35, 5). | 35, 5 | HIDE MT MOON B2F TM46 |
| Oran Berry | Hidden item | Route 3: Hidden in Route 3; press A on the tile around (26, 9). | 26, 9 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Great Ball | Hidden item | Route 4: Hidden in Route 4; press A on the tile around (43, 2). | 43, 2 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Persim Berry | Hidden item | Route 4: Hidden in Route 4; press A on the tile around (5, 4). | 5, 4 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Razz Berry | Hidden item | Route 4: Hidden in Route 4; press A on the tile around (67, 17). | 67, 17 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| TM05 Roar | Visible item ball | Route 4: Visible item ball in Route 4; check around tile (67, 5). | 67, 5 | HIDE ROUTE4 TM05 |
Boss Strategy
Cerulean City, Route 24, and Route 25
Beat the Cerulean Rival, clear Nugget Bridge, help Bill, collect the S.S. Ticket, and open the robbed house path.
Source maps
Cerulean City, Cerulean City House 1, Cerulean City House 2, Cerulean City House 3, Cerulean City House 4, Cerulean City House 5, Cerulean City Bike Shop, Cerulean City Mart, Route 24, Route 25, and Route 25 Sea Cottage.
Route plan
Do Nugget Bridge before Misty if you want levels and extra catches; the Rival is the real pace check of the phase.
Route Notes
- The Nugget Bridge Rocket gives the Nugget before the recruitment battle; the robbed house Rocket gives TM28 Dig.
Cerulean City
| Pokémon | Games | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surfing | ||||
| | FRLG | 5-40 | 100% | — |
| Fishing — Old Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 5 | 100% | — |
| Fishing — Good Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 60% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 60% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| Fishing — Super Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 15-35 | 44% | — |
| | FRLG | 15-35 | 44% | — |
| | FRLG | 15-25 | 15% | — |
| | FRLG | 25-35 | 1% | — |
| | FRLG | 25-35 | 1% | — |
Cerulean City House 3
| Pokémon | Games | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-game trade | ||||
| | FRLG | Trade level | Trade | Trade Poliwhirl; received Pokemon may hold Fab Mail. |
Route 24
| Pokémon | Games | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grass / cave floor | ||||
| | FRLG | 12-14 | 25% | — |
| | FRLG | 12-14 | 25% | — |
| | FRLG | 7 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 7 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 8 or 10 or 12 | 15% | — |
| | FRLG | 11 or 13 | 15% | — |
| | FRLG | 8 | 4% | — |
| | FRLG | 8 | 4% | — |
| | FRLG | 8 | 1% | — |
| | FRLG | 8 | 1% | — |
| Surfing | ||||
| | FRLG | 5-40 | 100% | — |
| Fishing — Old Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 5 | 100% | — |
| Fishing — Good Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 60% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 60% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| Fishing — Super Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 15-35 | 44% | — |
| | FRLG | 15-35 | 44% | — |
| | FRLG | 15-25 | 15% | — |
| | FRLG | 25-35 | 1% | — |
| | FRLG | 25-35 | 1% | — |
Route 25
| Pokémon | Games | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grass / cave floor | ||||
| | FRLG | 12-14 | 25% | — |
| | FRLG | 12-14 | 25% | — |
| | FRLG | 8 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 8 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 9 or 11 or 13 | 15% | — |
| | FRLG | 11 or 13 | 15% | — |
| | FRLG | 9 | 4% | — |
| | FRLG | 9 | 4% | — |
| | FRLG | 9 | 1% | — |
| | FRLG | 9 | 1% | — |
| Surfing | ||||
| | FRLG | 20-40 | 100% | — |
| | FRLG | 20-40 | 100% | — |
| Fishing — Old Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 5 | 100% | — |
| Fishing — Good Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 60% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| | FRLG | 5-15 | 20% | — |
| Fishing — Super Rod | ||||
| | FRLG | 15-25 | 40% | — |
| | FRLG | 20-30 | 40% | — |
| | FRLG | 15-25 | 15% | — |
| | FRLG | 15-35 | 5% | — |
| | FRLG | 15-35 | 5% | — |
Trainers
| Trainer | Area / position | Team | Reward | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GruntTeam Rocket | Cerulean City | $544 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (33, 6); sight 0. | |
TerryRival | Cerulean City | $288 | One-time or scripted battle. Scripted map battle. | |
TerryRival | Cerulean City | $288 | One-time or scripted battle. Scripted map battle. | |
TerryRival | Cerulean City | $288 | One-time or scripted battle. Scripted map battle. | |
GruntTeam Rocket | Cerulean City | $544 | One-time or scripted battle. Scripted map battle. | |
EthanCamper | Route 24 | $360 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (12, 19); sight 2. | |
ReliLass | Route 24 | $256 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (10, 22); sight 2. | |
TimmyYoungster | Route 24 | $224 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (12, 25); sight 2. | |
AliLass | Route 24 | $192 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (10, 28); sight 2. | |
CaleBug Catcher | Route 24 | $120 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (12, 31); sight 2. | |
ShaneCamper | Route 24 | $280 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (5, 21); sight 5. | |
GruntTeam Rocket | Route 24 | $480 | One-time or scripted battle. Scripted map battle. | |
FranklinHiker | Route 25 | $540 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (11, 4); sight 4. | |
JoeyYoungster | Route 25 | $240 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (18, 2); sight 2. | |
WayneHiker | Route 25 | $612 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (17, 7); sight 2. | |
DanYoungster | Route 25 | $272 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (22, 4); sight 2. | |
KelseyPicnicker | Route 25 | $300 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (22, 8); sight 2. | |
NobHiker | Route 25 | $468 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (27, 9); sight 3. | |
FlintCamper | Route 25 | $280 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (28, 4); sight 3. | |
ChadYoungster | Route 25 | $224 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (36, 4); sight 2. | |
HaleyLass | Route 25 | $208 | VS Seeker/rematch-capable. Map tile (42, 5); sight 3. |
Items And Hidden Items
| Item | Type | Area / direction | Coordinate | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fame Checker | Gift/scripted | Cerulean City: Scripted reward from Event Script Rival. | - | Scripted reward from Event Script Rival. |
| Rare Candy | Hidden item | Cerulean City: Hidden in Cerulean City; press A on the tile around (18, 7). | 18, 7 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| TM28 Dig | Gift/scripted | Cerulean City: Scripted reward from Event Script Grunt Defeated. | - | Scripted reward from Event Script Grunt Defeated. |
| Powder Jar | Gift/scripted | Cerulean City House 5: Scripted reward from Event Script Berry Powder Man. | - | Scripted reward from Event Script Berry Powder Man. |
| Nugget | Gift/scripted | Route 24: Scripted reward from Event Script Battle Rocket. | - | Scripted reward from Event Script Battle Rocket. |
| Pecha Berry | Hidden item | Route 24: Hidden in Route 24; press A on the tile around (19, 4). | 19, 4 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| TM45 Attract | Visible item ball | Route 24: Visible item ball in Route 24; check around tile (11, 4). | 11, 4 | HIDE ROUTE24 TM45 |
| Bluk Berry | Hidden item | Route 25: Hidden in Route 25; press A on the tile around (40, 3). | 40, 3 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Elixir | Hidden item | Route 25: Hidden in Route 25; press A on the tile around (14, 2). | 14, 2 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Ether | Hidden item | Route 25: Hidden in Route 25; press A on the tile around (58, 6). | 58, 6 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| Oran Berry | Hidden item | Route 25: Hidden in Route 25; press A on the tile around (33, 8). | 33, 8 | Use the Itemfinder or check the described tile. |
| TM43 Secret Power | Visible item ball | Route 25: Visible item ball in Route 25; check around tile (26, 2). | 26, 2 | HIDE ROUTE25 TM43 |
| S.S. Ticket | Gift/scripted | Route 25 Sea Cottage: Scripted reward from Event Script Bill Give Ss Ticket. | - | Scripted reward from Event Script Bill Give Ss Ticket. |
Boss Strategy
| Boss / branch | Team | Reward | Danger notes | Practical counters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TerryRival | $288 | The branch changes with your starter and is the guide's main repeated boss variable. | Plan for Pidgeot, Alakazam, Rhydon, and the final starter evolution, then adjust the last slot around your starter choice. | |
TerryRival | $288 | The branch changes with your starter and is the guide's main repeated boss variable. | Plan for Pidgeot, Alakazam, Rhydon, and the final starter evolution, then adjust the last slot around your starter choice. | |
TerryRival | $288 | The branch changes with your starter and is the guide's main repeated boss variable. | Plan for Pidgeot, Alakazam, Rhydon, and the final starter evolution, then adjust the last slot around your starter choice. |
Cerulean Gym
Clear the swimmers and defeat Misty for the Cascade Badge.
Source maps
Cerulean City Gym.
Route plan
Grass or Electric pressure is ideal. If you chose Charmander, Route 24/25 catches are usually the stabilizer.
Route Notes
- Misty uses a Super Potion; plan damage around Starmie's bulk and speed.
Trainers
| Trainer | Area / position | Team | Reward | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
LuisSwimmer♂ | Cerulean City Gym | $64 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (10, 12); sight 1. | |
DianaPicnicker | Cerulean City Gym | $380 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (4, 7); sight 4. | |
MistyLeader | Cerulean City Gym | $2100 | One-time or scripted battle. Map tile (8, 6); sight 0. |
Items And Hidden Items
| Item | Type | Area / direction | Coordinate | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM03 Water Pulse | Gift/scripted | Cerulean City Gym: Scripted reward from Event Script Give TM 03. | - | Scripted reward from Event Script Give TM 03. |
Boss Strategy
Major Bosses
| Boss / branch | Team | Reward | Danger notes | Practical counters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MiguelSuper Nerd | $288 | This trainer is a routed boss or scripted battle in this section. | Use the team table and level range to decide whether to heal, repel, or train before engaging. | |
TerryRival | $288 | The branch changes with your starter and is the guide's main repeated boss variable. | Plan for Pidgeot, Alakazam, Rhydon, and the final starter evolution, then adjust the last slot around your starter choice. | |
TerryRival | $288 | The branch changes with your starter and is the guide's main repeated boss variable. | Plan for Pidgeot, Alakazam, Rhydon, and the final starter evolution, then adjust the last slot around your starter choice. | |
TerryRival | $288 | The branch changes with your starter and is the guide's main repeated boss variable. | Plan for Pidgeot, Alakazam, Rhydon, and the final starter evolution, then adjust the last slot around your starter choice. | |
MistyLeader | $2100 | Starmie is fast and uses Water Pulse confusion pressure. | Ivysaur, Pikachu, Oddish/Bellsprout lines, or a trained Nidoking/Nidoqueen answer the fight cleanly. |










