Unique Poliwhirl StarterBegin your journey with a special Poliwhirl by your side (your rival starts with Bellsprout).
Expanded Pokédex (281 Catchable)Encounter all Kanto and Johto Pokémon, plus extras like Mismagius, Lickilicky, and select Hoenn Pokémon, primarily found on the Sevii Islands.
Physical/Special SplitModernized battle mechanics allowing moves to be categorized as physical or special based on their type.
Overhauled Learnsets, Stats & AbilitiesMost Pokémon have completely new level-up learnsets, along with stat and ability changes to make them viable throughout the entire game (excluding early-game gimmicky Pokémon).
Regional Form ReplacementsSome Kanto Pokémon are replaced by their regional forms (e.g., Alolan Persian, Alolan Dugtrio, Alolan Golem) for type diversity.
New & Custom MovesIncorporates moves from future generations (Nasty Plot, Poison Jab, Dark Pulse, Liquidation) and entirely custom moves like Dune Splash (Physical Ground), Static Slice, Infernal Bash, and Glacial Smash.
Challenging TrainersMost trainers have been enhanced with improved AI, better teams, higher levels, and more Pokémon, providing a significant difficulty increase from the base game.
Map Edits & New AreasFeatures small map edits, new maps (including an EV training spot on Island Seven), and event islands for Legendary Pokémon like Ho-Oh, Lugia, and Deoxys.
Story EditsMinor story adjustments including some mandatory and non-mandatory dialogue.
New Item "Trade Stone"Simplifies trade evolutions; Pokémon that previously required trading now evolve by holding a Trade Stone and leveling up.
EVs Effectively RemovedEVs have been largely removed from the main game to ensure a more equal footing between your Pokémon and opponents, increasing overall difficulty (limited, non-purchasable EV-raising items still exist).
New FakemonCactip & Cactussle
Reworked Encounter TablesComplete overhaul of wild Pokémon encounter tables for a fresh and varied experience.
Early Fossil RevivalThe Cinnabar Island lab has been moved to Cerulean City, allowing for earlier fossil revival.
Type Chart EditsSome specific adjustments have been made to the type chart (details in documentation).
Post-Game Difficulty SpikePost-game League rematches are designed to be extremely challenging, pushing players to their limits.
Cheaper ItemsGeneral items are more affordable in Poké Marts.
Lucky Eggs on SaleLucky Eggs are now readily available for purchase in the Viridian City Poké Mart.
Removed Obstacle TreesCut trees blocking paths, such as the one to Erika's gym, have been removed.
Buyable TMsAll TMs are available for purchase on Island Seven.
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