How to Catch Zapdos in Pokémon Fire Red
Fly to Route 10, outside of Cerulean., Surf to the Power Plant. , Battle or avoid Scientist Greg. , Enter the Power Plant., Save the game before attempting to catch Zapdos!
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Fly to Route 10
If you don't yet have HM Fly, obtain it. -
Step 2: outside of Cerulean.
,, Proceed counterclockwise to reach him. , You'll need 30+ Ultra Balls.
Reset to your save point if you accidentally faint him or run out of Pokeballs.
The only attacking move Zapdos knows is Drill Peck.
This means he is easier to catch if you bring a Pokémon who resists Flying attacks.
Geodude, Graveler or Golem are perfect for this as they're Rock type, have high defense, and are immune to Thunder Wave.
Give them Leftovers and have them use Defense Curl a few times, if you like.
Bring Zapdos' health down to the red and apply a status condition such as sleep or paralyze before attempting to catch him.
Sleep and freeze are most effective, but are difficult to use because they're not permanent.
A Thunder Wave user will usually do the trick. -
Step 3: Surf to the Power Plant.
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Step 4: Battle or avoid Scientist Greg.
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Step 5: Enter the Power Plant.
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Step 6: Save the game before attempting to catch Zapdos!
Detailed Guide
If you don't yet have HM Fly, obtain it.
,, Proceed counterclockwise to reach him. , You'll need 30+ Ultra Balls.
Reset to your save point if you accidentally faint him or run out of Pokeballs.
The only attacking move Zapdos knows is Drill Peck.
This means he is easier to catch if you bring a Pokémon who resists Flying attacks.
Geodude, Graveler or Golem are perfect for this as they're Rock type, have high defense, and are immune to Thunder Wave.
Give them Leftovers and have them use Defense Curl a few times, if you like.
Bring Zapdos' health down to the red and apply a status condition such as sleep or paralyze before attempting to catch him.
Sleep and freeze are most effective, but are difficult to use because they're not permanent.
A Thunder Wave user will usually do the trick.
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