Roark is the first Gym Leader and specializes in Rock-type Pokémon. His team consists of Geodude, Onix, and Cranidos. Rock-types are weak to Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, and Steel moves. If you chose Piplup or Turtwig, they will have a significant advantage. Chimchar users should consider catching a Machop on Route 207 or relying on their starter's Fighting-type moves if it has evolved into Monferno. Level your Pokémon to around 12-14.
Roark's Team:
| Pokémon | Type | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|
| Geodude (Lv. 12) | Rock/Ground | Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, Steel, Ice |
| Onix (Lv. 12) | Rock/Ground | Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, Steel, Ice |
| Cranidos (Lv. 14) | Rock | Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, Steel |