Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire
Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire

Norman's Pokémon & Strategy

Learn how to beat Norman in Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire by countering his Spinda, Vigoroth, Linoone, and Slaking with Fighting-type Pokémon.

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Norman uses four Pokémon:

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Norman's Pokémon & Strategy
  • Spinda (Level 27): Normal type. Weak to Fighting.
  • Vigoroth (Level 27): Normal type. Weak to Fighting. Has Vital Spirit ability, preventing Sleep.
  • Linoone (Level 29): Normal type. Weak to Fighting.
  • Slaking (Level 31): Normal type. Weak to Fighting. Has Truant ability, only attacking every other turn.

Strategy: A strong Fighting-type Pokémon is essential. Hariyama (evolved from Makuhita) or Breloom (evolved from Shroomish) are excellent choices. Slaking is incredibly powerful but its Truant ability is a huge weakness. Use the turn it loafs around to set up stat boosts, heal, or switch to a more advantageous Pokémon. If you don't have a Fighting-type, focus on strong neutral attacks and exploit Slaking's Truant turns. Status conditions like Paralysis or Burn can also help. Be prepared for a tough fight, as Norman's Pokémon hit hard.