Featured Image: Image of HM Strength in Pokémon Emerald
In the vast world of Pokémon Emerald, HM Strength is an invaluable asset for navigating treacherous terrains and overcoming obstacles. Whether it’s boulder-strewn paths, locked doors, or powerful Pokémon standing in your way, HM Strength provides the raw power to conquer any challenge. But how do you acquire this coveted HM in the vibrant realm of Hoenn?
Your journey towards obtaining HM Strength begins after defeating the third Gym Leader, Flannery. As you traverse the fiery path of Lavaridge Town, you will encounter a fiery cave known as the Fiery Path. This formidable cavern is your gateway to the coveted HM. Within its depths, you will engage in fierce battles with molten Pokémon and navigate a maze-like environment filled with scorching traps. Prepare your team well, for the inhabitants of the Fiery Path are formidable foes.
Once you have successfully emerged from the depths of the Fiery Path, your path leads to the town of Fallarbor. Here, the renowned Pokémon Trainer, Steven Stone, awaits your arrival. As a reward for your unwavering determination, Steven bestows upon you the coveted HM Strength. With this newfound power at your disposal, the world of Hoenn expands dramatically. No longer are you bound by impassable obstacles; HM Strength empowers you to push boulders, open locked doors, and engage in new battles that were previously inaccessible. Your journey takes on an entirely new dimension as the strength of your Pokémon and your unwavering resolve carry you to greater heights.
Understanding Hidden Power Strength
Hidden Power Strength is a powerful move in Pokémon Emerald that allows the user to break large boulders blocking their path. It can be obtained as HM08 in the game and is a must-have for progressing through certain areas.
Acquiring Hidden Power Strength
To acquire HM08 Hidden Power Strength, the player must first reach Slateport City. Once there, they should head to the Oceanic Museum on Route 104. Inside the museum, they will find a diving scientist on the second floor who will give them HM08 as a reward for helping him find a relic in the ocean.
Using Hidden Power Strength
Once the player has acquired HM08, they can use it on large boulders that are blocking their path. To do this, they must stand in front of the boulder and use the Hidden Power Strength move. If the player’s Pokémon is strong enough, the boulder will break and they will be able to continue on their journey.
Pokémon That Can Learn Hidden Power Strength
Not all Pokémon can learn Hidden Power Strength. The following Pokémon can learn the move naturally:
| Pokémon | Level |
|---|---|
| Hariyama | 25 |
| Exploud | 35 |
| Azumarill | 46 |
| Sableye | 47 |
In addition to these Pokémon, any Pokémon can learn Hidden Power Strength through the use of TMs.
Collecting Hidden Power
Hidden Power is a special move that changes type depending on the Pokémon’s Individual Values (IVs). It can be taught to any Pokémon, making it a versatile move to have in your arsenal. To collect Hidden Power, you will need to:
- Go to the Pokémon Center in Mauville City.
- Talk to the woman in the back of the center who will test your Pokémon’s IVs.
- She will tell you the type of Hidden Power that your Pokémon can learn.
- Once you know the type of Hidden Power that your Pokémon can learn, you can teach it to them by using a TM.
The following table shows the type of Hidden Power that a Pokémon can learn based on its IVs:
| IV | Type |
|---|---|
| 0 | Fighting |
| 1-4 | Flying |
| 5-8 | Poison |
| 9-12 | Ground |
| 13-16 | Rock |
| 17-20 | Bug |
| 21-24 | Steel |
| 25-28 | Fire |
| 29-31 | Water |
Determining Hidden Power’s Type
Hidden Power is a versatile special move that can vary in type depending on the Pokemon’s Individual Values (IVs). To determine the type of Hidden Power your Pokemon has, follow these steps:
1. Calculate your Pokemon’s DV Sum: Add together the DVs for Attack, Defense, Speed, and Special Attack. For example, if your Pokemon has a DV of 10 in Attack, 12 in Defense, 6 in Speed, and 7 in Special Attack, the DV Sum would be 35.
2. Divide the DV Sum by 5: This will give you the Hidden Power type index. In our example, 35 / 5 = 7.
3. Refer to the Hidden Power Type Chart: The following table shows the Hidden Power type corresponding to each type index:
| Type Index | Hidden Power Type |
|---|---|
| 0 | Fighting |
| 1 | Flying |
| 2 | Poison |
| 3 | Ground |
| 4 | Rock |
| 5 | Bug |
| 6 | Steel |
| 7 | Fire |
| 8 | Water |
| 9 | Grass |
| 10 | Electric |
| 11 | Psychic |
| 12 | Ice |
| 13 | Dragon |
| 14 | Dark |
So, in our example, a Pokemon with a DV Sum of 35 would have Hidden Power Fire.
Training for Hidden Power Strength
To obtain HM Strength in Pokemon Emerald, you must train a Pokemon that knows the move Hidden Power to have a Strength power of 80 or higher. Here’s a detailed guide on how to do it:
1. Determine Your Pokemon’s IVs
Individual Values (IVs) determine a Pokemon’s base stats. To calculate the Hidden Power Strength IV, use the following formula: (HP IV + Attack IV + Defense IV + Special Attack IV + Special Defense IV + Speed IV) % 5 = 3.
2. Choose a Pokemon with Favorable IVs
Select a Pokemon with strong IVs in at least three of the six categories. For example, a Pokemon with high Attack, Special Attack, and Speed IVs would be ideal.
3. Level Up Your Pokemon
Train your Pokemon until it reaches level 100. Each level-up increases the Pokemon’s base stats, including its Hidden Power Strength.
4. Use EVs to Enhance Stats
Effort Values (EVs) permanently boost a Pokemon’s stats. Defeat Pokemon that yield Attack, Special Attack, and Speed EVs to increase your Pokemon’s Hidden Power Strength. The following table provides a list of Pokemon that grant these EVs:
| Pokemon | EV Yield |
|---|---|
| Caterpie | 1 Attack EV |
| Metapod | 1 Attack EV |
| Butterfree | 1 Special Attack EV |
| Zigzagoon | 1 Speed EV |
| Poochyena | 1 Speed EV |
Once your Pokemon’s Hidden Power Strength reaches 80 or higher, talk to the Move Tutor in Fallarbor Town to receive HM Strength.
Learning Hidden Power Strength
Hidden Power is a special move whose type and power depend on the Pokémon’s Individual Values (IVs). To determine the type of Hidden Power, add up the Pokémon’s IVs for Attack, Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense, and Speed. The total determines the type as per the table below:
| Total IVs | Type |
|---|---|
| 0-59 | Fighting |
| 60-79 | Flying |
| 80-99 | Poison |
| 100-119 | Ground |
| 120-139 | Rock |
| 140-159 | Bug |
| 160-179 | Steel |
| 180-199 | Fire |
| 200-219 | Water |
| 220-239 | Grass |
| 240-259 | Electric |
| 260-279 | Psychic |
| 280-299 | Ice |
| 300-319 | Dragon |
| 320-349 | Dark |
In addition to the type, the power of Hidden Power depends on the Pokémon’s IVs for Special Attack and Special Defense. The power ranges from 30 to 70, with 30 being the weakest and 70 being the strongest. The formula for calculating the power is:
Power = (Special Attack + Special Defense) / 2 + 30
Maximizing Base Strength
Achieving peak base strength in Pokémon Emerald requires careful planning and strategic leveling. To boost your base strength effectively, follow these guidelines:
1. Utilize Abilities and Nature: Choose Pokémon with abilities that enhance attack, such as Guts or Hustle. Additionally, select Pokémon with a beneficial nature that increases their Attack stat.
2. EV Training: Engage in battles with Pokémon that provide Attack EVs. Focus on defeating Geodude, Machop, and Onix, which grant 1 EV per defeat.
3. Stat-Boosting Items: Use items like Carbos and Proteins to directly increase your Pokémon’s Attack stat. These items can be acquired through in-game purchases or by completing certain quests.
4. Leveling in Specific Areas: Certain areas in Pokémon Emerald, such as Granite Cave, provide increased Attack experience. Train your Pokémon extensively in these areas to maximize their gains.
5. Held Items: Equip your Pokémon with held items that enhance their Attack power. Options include Choice Band (boosts Attack but locks the Pokémon into a specific move) and Silk Scarf (boosts Attack by 50% when the Pokémon uses a Normal-type move).
6. Cross-Generational Breeding: Hatch eggs from Pokémon with high Attack IVs (Individual Values). Cross-breeding with Pokémon from different generations can further increase the Attack IVs of the offspring. By carefully managing IVs through breeding, you can create an exceptional Pokémon with a superior base strength.
| IV Range | Effect on Base Stat |
|---|---|
| 0-15 | Reduces Base Stat by 31 |
| 16-31 | Increases Base Stat by 1 |
Using Hidden Power Strength
Hidden Power is a unique move in Pokémon Emerald that can have a variety of types depending on the Pokémon’s individual stats. To get Strength using Hidden Power, you must first have a Pokémon that has Hidden Power as one of its moves. You can check the type of your Pokémon’s Hidden Power by selecting the “Check Summary” option in the Pokémon menu and then checking the “Moves” section.
Once you know your Pokémon’s Hidden Power type, you need to find a move tutor who can teach your Pokémon the Strength move. The move tutor for Strength is located in the Rustboro City Pokémon Center. Speak to him and select the “Teach Move” option. Then, choose the Pokémon you want to learn Strength and select “Hidden Power” from the list of moves.
Once your Pokémon has learned Strength using Hidden Power, you will be able to use it to move boulders and other heavy objects, just like a normal Strength move. However, Hidden Power Strength has the added benefit of being a special move, which means that it is not affected by the target’s Defense stat.
Here are some additional details about using Hidden Power Strength:
- The type of your Pokémon’s Hidden Power will determine the type of Strength move it will learn. For example, if your Pokémon’s Hidden Power is Fire-type, it will learn Fire Blast.
- The power of your Pokémon’s Hidden Power Strength will depend on the Pokémon’s Special Attack stat.
- Hidden Power Strength can be used as many times as you want, unlike a normal Strength move, which can only be used a limited number of times per day.
| Hidden Power Type | Strength Move Learned |
|---|---|
| Normal | Normal |
| Fire | Fire Blast |
| Water | Hydro Pump |
| Grass | Solar Beam |
| Electric | Thunder |
| Ice | Ice Beam |
| Fighting | Dynamic Punch |
| Poison | Sludge Bomb |
| Ground | Earthquake |
| Flying | Aerial Ace |
| Psychic | Psychic |
| Bug | X-Scissor |
| Rock | Stone Edge |
| Ghost | Shadow Ball |
| Dragon | Draco Meteor |
Countering Hidden Power Strength
Hidden Power Strength is a powerful move that can be difficult to counter. However, there are a few Pokemon that can withstand its power.
One way to counter Hidden Power Strength is to use a Pokemon with high Defense. This will reduce the damage taken from the move. Some good choices for Pokemon with high Defense include:
| Pokemon | Defense |
|---|---|
| Aggron | 180 |
| Metagross | 120 |
| Tyranitar | 130 |
Another way to counter Hidden Power Strength is to use a Pokemon with a resistance to Fighting-type moves. This will also reduce the damage taken from the move. Some good choices for Pokemon with a resistance to Fighting-type moves include:
| Pokemon | Resistance to Fighting-type moves |
|---|---|
| Hariyama | 2x |
| Machoke | 2x |
| Meditite | 2x |
Finally, you can also use a Pokemon with a move that can block Hidden Power Strength. The move Protect will block any move that is used against the user. This can be a very effective way to counter Hidden Power Strength, as it will prevent the move from doing any damage.
Breeding for Hidden Power Strength
Hidden Power is a powerful move that can be used by any Pokémon. It has a base power of 60, and its type depends on the Pokémon’s IVs. To get a Pokémon with Hidden Power Strength, you need to breed two Pokémon that both have the right IVs. Hidden Power Strength is only available on Pokémon with the following IVs:
| IV | Value |
|---|---|
| Attack | 0-15 |
| Defense | 0-31 |
| Special Attack | 0-31 |
| Special Defense | 0-15 |
| Speed | 0-15 |
To get a Pokémon with these IVs, you can start by breeding two Pokémon that have 0 IVs in all of the stats except for the one you want to increase. For example, if you want to increase your Pokémon’s Attack IV, you would breed two Pokémon with 0 IVs in Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense, and Speed. Once you have two Pokémon with the right IVs, you can then breed them together to get a Pokémon with Hidden Power Strength.
1. Battle against Roxanne in Rustboro City Gym
Roxanne is the first Gym Leader you will face in Pokemon Emerald, and she specializes in Rock-type Pokemon. To defeat her, you’ll need to use Pokemon that are strong against Rock, such as Grass, Water, or Fighting-type Pokemon.
2. Get the Strength Hidden Machine (HM) from Steven Stone
After defeating Roxanne, head to the Rustboro City Pokemon Center and speak to Steven Stone. He will give you the Strength HM, which you can use to teach your Pokemon the Strength move.
3. Use Strength to move boulders
The Strength move allows you to move boulders that are blocking your path. To use Strength, select the move from your Pokemon’s menu and then press the A button to stand in front of the boulder. Press the A button again to push the boulder.
4. Advanced Hidden Power Strength Techniques
In addition to the basic Strength technique, there are several advanced techniques that you can use to get the most out of the move:
5. Advanced Hidden Power Strength Techniques
- Guard Strength: This technique allows you to brace yourself against the boulder and prevent it from moving. This is useful if you are trying to push a boulder into a specific location.
6. Advanced Hidden Power Strength Techniques
- Power Strength: This technique allows you to increase the power of your Strength move. This is useful if you are trying to push a very large or heavy boulder.
7. Advanced Hidden Power Strength Techniques
- Quick Strength: This technique allows you to push the boulder faster. This is useful if you are in a hurry to get somewhere.
8. Advanced Hidden Power Strength Techniques
- Precision Strength: This technique allows you to push the boulder more accurately. This is useful if you are trying to push the boulder into a specific location.
9. Advanced Hidden Power Strength Techniques
- Chain Strength: This technique allows you to link together multiple Strength moves to push a boulder further. This is useful if you are trying to push a boulder over a long distance.
10. Advanced Hidden Power Strength Techniques
| Strength Skill | Description | How to use | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guard Strength | Brace yourself against the boulder and prevent it from moving |
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