Check out this guide for a story walkthrough up to Gym Leader Gordie & Melony in Pokemon Sword and Shield, including trainer battle strategy, tips, item location and more!!!
Table of Contents
Story Progression
| Previous Part | Current Part | Next Part |
|---|---|---|
 ~ vs. Gym Leader Opal | ~ vs. Gym Leader Gordie & Melony | ~ vs. Gym Leader Piers |
Arrival At Hammerlocke - Walkthrough & Tips
Arrival At Hammerlocke Walkthrough
| No. | Procedure |
|---|---|
| 1 | Travel with Opal to Hammerlocke or travel there alone |
| 2 | Proceed east near the stadium for cutscene events |
1. Optional Fast Travel to Hammelocke
After leaving the gym, you will be approached by Opal. She will ask whether you want to travel with her back to Hammerlocke. Doing so will allow you to fast travel there. This choice is optional.
Route 7 ~ Route 8 - Walkthrough & Tips
Route 7 ~ Route 8 Walkthrough
| No. | Procedure |
|---|---|
| 1 | Follow Hop to Route 7, battle vs Hop |
| 2 | Proceed through Route 7 & Route 8 to Circhester |
1. Battle vs. Hop - Battle Tips
| Pokemon | Type/Level | Weakness |
|---|---|---|
| Trevenant | Lv. 34 | |
| Snorlax | Lv. 35 | |
| Boltund | Lv. 35 | |
| Rillaboom (If you chose Scorbunny) | Lv. 35 | |
| Cinderace (If you chose Sobble) | Lv. 35 | |
| Inteleon (If you chose Grookey) | Lv. 35 | |
| Heatmor | Lv. 35 | |
*Attacks which match Weakness types deal 2x damage!!!
Hop Uses Variety of Types
Hop's party consists of variety of Pokemon in his party. Try to be flexible when choosing your Pokemon, and counter his Pokemon types accordingly! Fire & Ground types are effective against multiple Pokemon, so try to plan carefully.
Check Type Effectiveness Chart Here!2. Multiple Trainers Await You
Multiple trainers can be found while travelling through Route 7 to 8. Use this as a chance to farm some more XP before arriving at the next Gym in Circhester!
Check Out Farming EXP Fast Guide!Challenge The Rock Gym (Sword Only) - Walkthrough & Tips
The Rock Gym is exclusive to Pokemon Sword| No. | Procedure |
|---|---|
| 1 | Enter Circhester Gym, take part in the Trap Detector Gym Challenge |
| 2 | Battle vs Gym Leader Gordie |
1. Use Your Trap Detector To Avoid Pitfalls
Circhester Gym's Gym Challenge will provide you with a special Trap Detector which pings when near a hidden pitfall. Use this hints to guide you through the hidden pits to reach the other side of the Gym.
3rd Area Has A Sandstorm Blocking Your Vision
The third section of the gym will have a sandstorm blowing constantly, blocking your vision. Keep your eyes on the Trap Detector Ping to navigate through the area.
Falling in A Pit Returns You to Checkpoint
Should you ever end up falling in one of the pits, you will be returned to the beginning of the room or the last platform you set foot on. The pit that you fell in will remain open, so that you won't accidentally fall again!
2. Battle Vs. Gordie - Battle Tips
| Pokemon | Type/Level | Weakness |
|---|---|---|
| Barbaracle | Lv. 40 | x4 |
| Shuckle | Lv. 40 | |
| Stonjourner | Lv. 41 | |
| Coalossal (Dynamax) | Lv. 42 | x4 |
*Attacks which match Weakness types deal 2x damage!!!
Check Out How To Beat Gym Leader Gordie!Fighting Pokemon Recommended
Gordie's party mainly consists of Rock types. A Pokemon with Fighting type moves will be very effective in this battle, as it will give you an advantage over 3 of his 4 Pokemon. Shuckle has extremely high defensive stats, so be prepared for it to hold out a bit longer.
Challenge The Ice Gym (Shield Only) - Walkthrough & Tips
The Ice Gym is exclusive to Pokemon Shield| No. | Procedure |
|---|---|
| 1 | Enter Circhester Gym, take part in the Ice Gym Challenge |
| 2 | Battle vs Gym Leader Melony |
1. Ice Gym Mission Tips
Use Detection Machine To Avoid Pitfalls
When you're going through the gym floors, make sure to rely on the detection machine to find the hidden pitfalls. It'll only act up when you're near a pitfall so be sure to listen carefully.
2. Battle Vs. Melony - Battle Tips
| Pokemon | Type/Level | Weakness |
|---|---|---|
| Frosmoth | Lv. 40 | 4x |
| Darmanitan (Galarian) | Lv. 40 | |
| Eiscue | Lv. 41 | |
| Lapras (Dynamax) | Lv. 42 | |
*Attacks which match Weakness types deal 2x damage!!!
Check Out How To Beat Gym Leader Melony!Bring Steel, Fire, & Electric Pokemon
Aside from Ice, Melony's Pokemon also have some secondary types that may counter your main damage dealer. Be sure to bring some steel and electric Pokemon in order to counter Melony's dual type Pokemon!
Check Out Damage Type Effectiveness Here!Use Items To Heal From Status Effects
Melony's Pokemon will also have the ability to apply status effects to your team such as freezing! Make sure to counteract this by bringing some items that heal status effects for the fight!
Check Out How To Cure Status Effects!Story Progression
| Previous Part | Current Part | Next Part |
|---|---|---|
| ~ vs. Gym Leader Opal | ~ vs. Gym Leader Gordie & Melony | ~ vs. Gym Leader Piers |
Pokemon Sword and Shield - Related Articles
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