How to Locate & Use HM Cut (TM93)

Learn how to get and use HM Cut (TM93) in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl to clear paths and access new areas. Step-by-step guide included!

Alright, so you're playing Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl and you've hit a roadblock – literally, a small tree blocking your way. Don't worry, this is where HM01, Cut, comes in handy! It's not just for clearing paths, but it's also a decent Normal-type physical attack early on.

Cut - Move Details

Before we dive into how to get it, let's look at what Cut actually does:

So yeah, it's a 50 Power Normal move with 95 Accuracy and 30 PP. Pretty standard, but its real utility is cutting down those pesky trees.

HM Cut Location

You'll get HM Cut from none other than Cynthia, the Sinnoh League Champion! She'll hand it over to you the first time you get close to the Eterna City Galactic Building. Just wander around that area, and she'll appear to give you the TM93.

How to Use Cut

There are a couple of ways to use Cut once you have it:

Easy Method

This is the simplest way. Just walk right up to one of those small trees that are blocking your path. When you're close enough, you'll see a prompt to use Cut. Simply press the A Button, and your Pokémon will take care of the rest, clearing the way.

Longer Method (Using the Pokétch)

If you're feeling fancy or just want to practice using the Pokétch, you can also use Cut through the Hidden Moves app. Here's how:

1. First, make sure you're facing the small tree you want to cut.
2. Open up your Pokétch by pressing the R Button.
3. You'll need to zoom into the Pokétch.
4. Use the Left Stick to move the cursor around.
5. You need to find the big red button on the right side of the zoomed-in Pokétch. Move your cursor over it and press the A Button. This cycles through the apps until you get to the Hidden Moves app. (Alternatively, you can just click the Right Stick inwards to cycle through the apps.)
6. Once you're on the Hidden Moves app, hover the cursor over Cut.
7. Press the A Button again to use the move.

Honestly, the first method is way faster, but it's good to know the Pokétch way too!

Notable Locations Where You Can Use Cut

Cut isn't just for random trees; it's essential for accessing certain areas:

• You'll need it to get into the Eterna City Galactic Building itself.
• It's required to reach the Old Chateau, which is located in Eterna Forest.
• You'll also need Cut to access the south-east part of Eterna Forest. This area is accessible from both halves of Route 205.

So, keep that HM handy! It's one of the first HMs you'll get, and it opens up a good chunk of the Sinnoh region for you.