This is the ultimate team for Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen, from badges to endgame

If you are looking to wind through Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreenhaving the right team is the key to success, and I have the perfect one for you. With the right balance of attack, defense and utility, your Pokémon team can take on any challenge that comes your way – from the first gym to the Elite Four in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen. The team I will suggest has great type coverage and strategic moves to create a well-rounded, unstoppable force to conquer the Kanto region before you get the National Dex.

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Say goodbye to these 46 Pokemon in FireRed and LeafGreen on Switch

Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen on Switch and Switch 2 will force you to say goodbye to 46 Pokemon that you won't be able to get.

Blastoise: A beginner Pokemon with serious stamina

Blastoise is without a doubt the best starter i Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen. It shines in the early game, especially with its versatility and solid typing. One of the biggest advantages of starting with Squirtle is its ability to learn moves like Dig already on Route 8, which is perfect for taking down Lt. Surge's electric type team.

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As you evolve, Blastoise's ability to learn Bite also provides good coverage against Sabrina's Psychic-type Pokémon, which are particularly vulnerable to physical attacks. Blastoise is a reliable tank, thanks to its high defensive stats, and it can handle most threats while dealing good damage. Surf, as it learns naturally, is one of the best moves in the game and a staple in Blastoise's offensive arsenal.

How to get Blastoise early in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen:

Evolve Squirtle into Wartortle at level 16, then into Blastoise at level 36.

Snorlax: The bulky attacker you may never need to box

Snorlax is a powerhouse both in terms of bulk and offensive production. You can find yours on Route 12 after you use the Poke Flute to wake it up. At level 30, Snorlax comes with useful moves like Headbutt, Yawn, Rest, and Snore. When it reaches level 33, it gains access to Body Slam, a move that can paralyze opponents and add extra utility to its arsenal.

The real charm of Snorlax lies in its Thick Fat ability, which halves the damage from fire and ice type attacks. This makes it a durable wall that can shrug off even the most powerful hits. It also serves as a great offensive threat thanks to moves like Hyper Beam (if you're willing to let the charge slide) and Body Slam, while dealing good damage with Shadow Ball.

How to get Snorlax early in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen:

Snorlax is first encountered on Route 12 after obtaining the Poke Flute from the Pokemon Tower.

Arcanine: Almost a legendary with the best ability in the game

Arcanine is a formidable Fire-type with stats so high it almost sounds like a legendary Pokémon Fire red and leaf green. It has a BST (base stat total) of 555, and it has access to Intimidate as an ability, which lowers opponents' Attack to reduce incoming damage. You can also swing into Arcanine specifically for Intimidate, and its offensive capabilities make it useful in many other matchups.

Arcanine's move pool is versatile and includes Flamethrower, Extreme Speed, and Bite. This gives it good coverage for various threats, but remember that it struggles against ground types. But for Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen's Giovanni, you can simply use Blastoise.

How to get Arcanine early in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen:

Growlithe, which evolves into Arcanine, is available early on Route 7 and Route 8.
Use a firestone to evolve Growlithe into Arcanine when you reach Celadon City's Mall.

If you have Pokemon LeafGreen, like me, you can trade Arcanine for Ninetales. The process is very similar for moves and evolution, and while Arcanine is better overall thanks to Intimidate and higher stats, Ninetales is the next best thing.

Jynx: The ultimate control specialist with great coverage

Jynx is one of the best special attackers in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreenwith its unique dual typing of Psychic and Ice. It excels at controlling the pace of battle by putting enemies to sleep with its Lovely Kiss move. With a 75% accuracy for sleep, Jynx can shut down opponents and set them up for an easy knockout. Additionally, Ice Beam and Psychic are two of the most reliable STAB moves in the game, giving Jynx great offensive coverage.

Jynx is also a great choice for both Lorelei and Sabrina due to its Ice and Psychic typing, but it is quite fragile, so you have to rely on its ability to disrupt enemies before they can fight back. To get Jynx early, simply fish for Poliwhirl with the Super Rod and then trade it at Cerulean City.

How to get Jynx early in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen:

After defeating Team Rocket in Celadon City and going through Lavender Town, get the Super Rod from the Route 12 NPC.
Use the Super Rod to fish for Poliwhirl on Route 6.
Trade Poliwhirl for Jynx in Cerulean City near the Pokemon Center.

Nidoking: The Early-to-Late Game Powerhouse

Nidoking is one of the most powerful Pokémon in the Fire red and leaf green. You can catch Nidoran very early in Route 3, and if you evolve it into Nidoking, it will have access to a wide range of moves. Notably, Nidoking can learn Earthquake, Toxic, and Rock Slide, making it an extremely effective offensive powerhouse. Earthquake is its most powerful attack, which can sweep through many enemies.

Since you get Nidoran so early, Nidoking becomes an excellent option against Gym Leaders like Koga and Blaine, while being useful against Erika early and the Elite Four later in the game. It's worth noting that it learns Earthquake a bit later, but it's such a strong move that it doesn't matter.

How to get Nidoking early in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen:

Find a male Nidoran on route 3 (usually at level 6).
Evolve Nidoran into Nidorino at level 16, then use a Moonstone to evolve it into Nidoking.

Male Nidoran only has a 1% chance to appear in Pokemon LeafGreen on Route 3, as opposed to 14% in FireRed.

Raichu: The Speedy Threat with Thunderbolt access

Raichu is one of the most reliable electric types within Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen. While Raichu isn't as bulky as some other Pokémon, its speed and access to powerful Electric-type moves like Thunderbolt and Thunder make it a great offensive option. With its high speed stat, Raichu can hit fast and hard, making it a great choice for taking down water types and flying types, which are common in the game.

Additionally, Raichu has access to several utility moves such as Quick Attack, Iron Tail, and Surf (in some versions), giving it a versatile role in your team. It's a reliable option against Lorelei's Ice-types, Misty's Water-types, and even Giovanni's Water-weak Ground-types. Thief can also be a great move to use on Raichu, which is overall better than Jolteon because it learns Thunderbolt via leveling.

How to get Raichu early in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen:

There are options if you really want to go with Bulbasaur or Charmander, in which case I'd recommend Dodrio over Raichu for the former and Vaporeon over Arcanine for the latter. This is not necessarily optimal, but it is a very good setting.