TMs & Move Tutors
Technical Machines (TMs) are single-use items that serve as a fundamental way to teach your Pokémon new, specific moves. These powerful tools are scattered throughout the Kanto region, waiting to be discovered. You can find TMs in various locations, often as rewards for completing challenges, hidden in the environment, or purchased from Poké Marts. The Celadon Department Store is a particularly notable vendor, offering a wide selection of TMs for purchase, allowing you to customize your Pokémon's move sets extensively. Once a TM is used on a Pokémon, it is consumed, so careful consideration should be given to which Pokémon receives which TM.
Beyond TMs, Move Tutors represent another valuable resource for expanding your Pokémon's move repertoire. Unlike TMs, Move Tutors can teach moves to your Pokémon multiple times, making them a more flexible option for certain abilities. These tutors are located in various towns and cities across Kanto, and each tutor specializes in teaching a specific set of moves. Some of these moves might be powerful offensive attacks, while others could be utility moves that provide strategic advantages in battle. For example, a Move Tutor might teach a Pokémon a powerful coverage move that it wouldn't normally learn through leveling up.
The strategic use of TMs and Move Tutors is paramount to success in Pokémon Let's Go. By carefully selecting which moves to teach your Pokémon, you can create specialized roles for them within your team. For instance, you might teach a Pokémon a strong Electric-type move to counter Water-types, or a status-inflicting move to disrupt opponents. It's beneficial to keep a mental note or even a physical list of the TMs you've found and the moves they teach, as well as the locations of Move Tutors. This will allow you to plan your team's move sets effectively. Prioritize teaching moves that cover your team's weaknesses or exploit common enemy types. The Celadon Department Store is a must-visit for any trainer looking to optimize their Pokémon's abilities through TMs.