Kanto badge phase
Pokemon Yellow Phase 10: Post-Game + Completion Walkthrough
Phase 10 of the Pokemon Yellow walkthrough covering Cerulean Cave, Mewtwo, Yellow trades, fossils, Game Corner prizes, and external completion cleanup.
Cerulean Cave, Mewtwo, Yellow trades, fossils, Game Corner prizes, and external completion cleanup.
Phase 10
Phase Sections
Phase Data Rollup
| Section | Source maps | Wild rows | Trainers | Items |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerulean Cave Completion | 3 | 38 | 0 | 15 |
| Trade, Fossil, Prize, and External Cleanup | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
Cerulean Cave Completion
Enter Cerulean Cave after becoming Champion, collect its rare encounters and items, and catch Mewtwo.
Source maps
Cerulean Cave 1F, Cerulean Cave 2F, and Cerulean Cave B1F.
Route plan
Cerulean Cave has the highest wild levels in Yellow. Bring Surf, strong balls, status, and an escape plan.
Wild Pokemon
Cerulean Cave 1F
| Pokémon | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tall grass / cave floor | |||
| | 50-55 | 40% | — |
| | 45 | 15% | — |
| | 55 | 9.8% | — |
| | 55 | 9.8% | — |
| | 52 | 9.8% | — |
| | 55-60 | 5.5% | — |
| | 54 | 5.1% | — |
| | 54 | 5.1% | — |
| Fishing — Old Rod | |||
| | 5 | 100% | Any fishable water tile. |
| Fishing — Good Rod | |||
| | 10 | 50% | Any fishable water tile after getting Good Rod. |
| | 10 | 50% | Any fishable water tile after getting Good Rod. |
| Fishing — Super Rod | |||
| | 25 | 25% | Yellow Super Rod slot table. |
| | 35 | 25% | Yellow Super Rod slot table. |
| | 45 | 25% | Yellow Super Rod slot table. |
| | 55 | 25% | Yellow Super Rod slot table. |
Cerulean Cave 2F
| Pokémon | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tall grass / cave floor | |||
| | 52-57 | 40% | — |
| | 50 | 15% | — |
| | 56 | 9.8% | — |
| | 50 | 9.8% | — |
| | 60 | 9.8% | — |
| | 58-60 | 5.5% | — |
| | 58 | 5.1% | — |
| | 58 | 5.1% | — |
Cerulean Cave B1F
| Pokémon | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tall grass / cave floor | |||
| | 54-59 | 40% | — |
| | 55 | 15% | — |
| | 60-65 | 15% | — |
| | 52 | 9.8% | — |
| | 62 | 9.8% | — |
| | 50-55 | 5.5% | — |
| | 56 | 5.1% | — |
| Fishing — Old Rod | |||
| | 5 | 100% | Any fishable water tile. |
| Fishing — Good Rod | |||
| | 10 | 50% | Any fishable water tile after getting Good Rod. |
| | 10 | 50% | Any fishable water tile after getting Good Rod. |
| Fishing — Super Rod | |||
| | 30 | 25% | Yellow Super Rod slot table. |
| | 40 | 25% | Yellow Super Rod slot table. |
| | 50 | 25% | Yellow Super Rod slot table. |
| | 60 | 25% | Yellow Super Rod slot table. |
| Static Pokemon | |||
| | 70 | Static | Interact with the overworld Pokemon. |
Items And Hidden Items
| Item | Type | Area / direction | Coordinate | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rare Candy | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (29, 16) in Cerulean Cave 1F. | (29, 16) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Max Elixer | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (7, 11) in Cerulean Cave 1F. | (7, 11) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Max Revive | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (29, 9) in Cerulean Cave 1F. | (29, 9) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Ultra Ball | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (18, 3) in Cerulean Cave 1F. | (18, 3) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Rare Candy | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (0, 11) in Cerulean Cave 2F. | (0, 11) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Ultra Ball | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (16, 7) in Cerulean Cave 2F. | (16, 7) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Max Revive | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (19, 11) in Cerulean Cave 2F. | (19, 11) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Full Restore | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (27, 9) in Cerulean Cave 2F. | (27, 9) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Ultra Ball | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (26, 1) in Cerulean Cave B1F. | (26, 1) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Ultra Ball | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (2, 13) in Cerulean Cave B1F. | (2, 13) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Max Revive | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (3, 13) in Cerulean Cave B1F. | (3, 13) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| Max Elixer | Visible item ball | Visible item ball at (15, 3) in Cerulean Cave B1F. | (15, 3) | Reach this tile; HMs or story flags may be needed for late-game dungeons. |
| PP Up | Hidden item | Hidden on the searchable tile at (18, 7) in Cerulean Cave 1F. | (18, 7) | Press A on the hidden tile or use the Itemfinder nearby. |
| PP Up | Hidden item | Hidden on the searchable tile at (16, 13) in Cerulean Cave 2F. | (16, 13) | Press A on the hidden tile or use the Itemfinder nearby. |
| PP Up | Hidden item | Hidden on the searchable tile at (8, 14) in Cerulean Cave B1F. | (8, 14) | Press A on the hidden tile or use the Itemfinder nearby. |
Boss Strategy
| Boss / branch | Team | Reward | Danger notes | Practical counters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Champion RivalMewtwo capture prep | Static encounter | Mewtwo is level 70 with huge Special and Speed. | Bring Ultra Balls, status, a sleep/paralysis user, and a Pokemon that can take Psychic without fainting instantly. |
Completion Checklist
- Collect every Cerulean Cave item.
- Catch rare high-level wild Pokemon.
- Capture Mewtwo.
Trade, Fossil, Prize, and External Cleanup
Use trades, fossils, prize Pokemon, Yellow-only gifts, and external trade planning to close Pokedex gaps.
Source maps
Route 2 Trade House, Underground Path Route 5, Vermilion Trade House, Route 11 Gate 2F, Route 18 Gate 2F, Cinnabar Lab Trade Room, Cinnabar Lab Fossil Room, and Game Corner.
Route plan
Yellow cannot complete the Pokedex alone without external trades. Use this page as the cleanup ledger after the credits.
Wild Pokemon
| Pokémon | Levels | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| External trade or event | |||
| | Varies | Unavailable | Mew is not obtainable through normal Yellow gameplay; use a legitimate distribution, external trade, or explicitly noted glitch route. |
Trainers
| Route order | Trainer | Team | Reward | Optional / rematch note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Game Corner (9, 5) | RocketParty #7 | $600 | One-time trainer; no rematch in Yellow. |
Items And Hidden Items
| Item | Type | Area / direction | Coordinate | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (0, 8) in Game Corner. | (0, 8) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 10 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (1, 16) in Game Corner. | (1, 16) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 20 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (3, 11) in Game Corner. | (3, 11) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 10 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (3, 14) in Game Corner. | (3, 14) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 10 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (4, 12) in Game Corner. | (4, 12) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 20 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (9, 12) in Game Corner. | (9, 12) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 10 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (9, 15) in Game Corner. | (9, 15) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 10 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (16, 14) in Game Corner. | (16, 14) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 10 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (10, 16) in Game Corner. | (10, 16) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 40 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (11, 7) in Game Corner. | (11, 7) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 100 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (15, 8) in Game Corner. | (15, 8) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
| 10 Coins | Hidden coins | Hidden on the searchable tile at (12, 15) in Game Corner. | (12, 15) | Press A on the Game Corner floor tile. |
Completion Checklist
- Finish all in-game trades.
- Revive fossil and Old Amber Pokemon.
- Buy or trade for Game Corner prizes.
- Plan external trades for Pokemon unavailable in a solo Yellow save.

