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Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

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Welcome to Alola! In Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, you'll embark on an epic RPG adventure across a vibrant region, mastering battle mechanics and uncovering secrets. This is your chance to become a true Pokémon Master as you navigate the islands and challenge your rivals.

This guide is here to help you conquer every aspect of your journey. We'll cover everything from the basics of controlling your character and preparing for your adventure to navigating the main walkthrough. Whether you're aiming to catch 'em all or just want to ensure you don't miss any crucial steps, we've got you covered.

Guide and Walkthrough (3DS) by RedIsPoetic

Complete Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon walkthrough covering the main story, post-game, mini-games, and all areas. Updated 06/05/2018.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin with the Introduction and Basics, including Controls.
  2. 2
    Proceed through the Main Walkthrough, starting with Preparing For Your Adventure and continuing through Route 1, Mahalo Trail, Iki Town, Hau'oli City (Beachfront, Shopping District, Marina), Route 2, Hau'oli Cemetery, Big Wave Beach, Berry Fields, Verdant Cave, Route 3, Melemele Meadow, Seaward Cave, Melemele Island Grand Trial, Ten Carat Hill, and heading to Akala Island.
  3. 3
    Continue on Akala Island through Heahea Beach, Heahea City, Route 4, Pikachu Valley, Paniola Town, Paniola Ranch, Route 5, Brooklet Hill, Route 6, Royal Avenue, Route 7, Wela Volcano Park, Route 8, Lush Jungle, and revisited areas of Route 5 and Heahea City.
  4. 4
    Progress through Diglett's Tunnel, Route 9, Konikoni City, Memorial Hill, Akala Outskirts, Ruins of Life, Hano Beach, Aether Paradise (First Visit), Malie City (Garden, Outer Cape), Route 10, Mount Hokulani, Hokulani Observatory, and further sections of Mount Hokulani and Malie City.
  5. 5
    Continue on to Route 11, Route 12, Blush Mountain, Ula'ula Beach, Route 13, Tapu Village, Route 15, Route 14, Thrifty Megamart, Route 15 Continued, Route 16, Ula'ula Meadow, Route 17, Po Town, Shady House, Aether Paradise (Revisited), Seafolk Village, Poni Wilds, Ancient Poni Path, Poni Breaker Coast, Ruins of Hope, Exeggutor Island, Vast Poni Canyon, Altar of the Sunne/Moone, Ultra Megalopolis, Megalo Tower, Mina's Trial, and finally the Pokémon League.
  6. 6
    After completing the main story, engage with the Post-Game Walkthrough, which includes Finishing Things Off, Team Rainbow Rocket, Team Rocket's Castle (West Wing, East Wing, Upper West Wing, Upper East Wing), catching Solgaleo or Lunala, acquiring Cosmog, catching the Island Guardians, and catching Zygarde.
  7. 7
    Explore the Post-Game Areas: Poni Grove, Poni Plains, Poni Meadow, Resolution Cave, Poni Coast, Poni Gauntlet, and the Battle Tree.
  8. 8
    Engage in Mini-Games such as Mantine Surf and Ultra Warp Ride.
  9. 9
    Discover Other Areas including Tauros-Required Areas and Haina Desert.
  10. 10
    Consult the Appendices for detailed information on Features, Totem Sticker Rewards, Trainer Passport Stamp Lists, Type Vs. Type Charts, and comprehensive Item Lists (General, Medicine, Berries, TMs, Z Crystals, Mega Stones, Key Items), as well as Move Lists and Ability Lists.
  11. 11
    Refer to the Version History, Legal Notice, Contact Me, Credits, and Final Word sections for additional information.
Tips
  • The walkthrough is updated as of 06/05/2018.
  • This guide covers the entire game from start to post-game.
  • Pay attention to the order of sections for a smooth progression.

Main Walkthrough

Your essential guide to Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon! Get step-by-step instructions and tips for the main walkthrough, covering everything you need to know to progress.

Hey there! Welcome to the main walkthrough for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon. This guide is designed to help you through the game, assuming you've got a handle on the basics like healing and catching Pokémon. Think of me as your experienced friend guiding you through Alola.

A couple of quick notes before we dive in: This guide uses internal hyperlinks – if you see something in blue, click it for more info and hit Backspace to return here. I played the Moon version with Rowlet as my starter, so some Sun version or different starter details might be a bit sparse, but the core info should be solid. Also, we'll use '$' for currency. One more thing: the camera can be a bit wild, so when I say 'east' or 'west,' I mean relative to where the camera is looking, as if it were always facing north. Let's get started!

This section covers the core progression of your adventure. We'll be moving through the islands, facing challenges, and uncovering the story of Alola.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Beginning Your Journey on Melemele Island: You'll start your adventure in your house in Hau'oli City. After the initial scenes and meeting your Mom, head outside. Your first task is to meet your rival, Hau, and Professor Kukui. Follow the on-screen prompts to head towards Iki Town.
  2. 2
    The First Trial: Upon arriving in Iki Town, you'll participate in your first Pokémon battle. This is a great chance to get a feel for combat. After the battle, you'll receive your starter Pokémon and the Z-Ring.
  3. 3
    Route 2 and Verdant Cavern: From Iki Town, you'll head south onto Route 2. Your goal here is to reach Verdant Cavern for your first official Island Trial. You'll encounter wild Pokémon and trainers along the way, so be sure to level up your team.
  4. 4
    The Grand Trial: After completing the trials on each island, you'll face a Grand Trial. These are tougher battles against the Island Kahunas. Prepare your team well for these!
  5. 5
    Journeying Through Alola: The walkthrough will guide you through each island – Melemele, Akala, Ula'ula, and Poni – detailing the main story beats, important trainer battles, and key locations.
Tips
  • Always keep a balanced team with different types to handle various opponents.
  • Don't forget to explore! There are often hidden items and side quests that can help you out.
  • Talk to NPCs – they often give hints or useful items.
  • Pay attention to the move descriptions and Pokémon stats to make strategic decisions in battle.

Completing the main walkthrough will allow you to experience the full story of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, unlock post-game content, and become the Champion of the Alola region!

Guide and Walkthrough (3DS) by RedIsPoetic (2)

Navigate Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon with this comprehensive guide. Find walkthroughs, tips, and details on all major areas and post-game content.

This guide covers the entirety of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, offering a detailed walkthrough for the main story, post-game content, and various mini-games. It's structured to help you through every step of your Alolan adventure.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Preparing For Your Adventure
  2. 2
    Route 1 - Hau'oli Outskirts
  3. 3
    Route 1
  4. 4
    Mahalo Trail
  5. 5
    Route 1 - Revisited
  6. 6
    Iki Town
  7. 7
    Route 1 - Hau'oli Outskirts Revisited
  8. 8
    Route 1 - Trainers' School
  9. 9
    Hau'oli City - Beachfront
  10. 10
    Hau'oli City - Shopping District
  11. 11
    Hau'oli City Marina
  12. 12
    Route 2
  13. 13
    Hau'oli Cemetery
  14. 14
    Big Wave Beach
  15. 15
    Berry Fields
  16. 16
    Verdant Cave
  17. 17
    Route 3
  18. 18
    Melemele Meadow
  19. 19
    Seaward Cave
  20. 20
    Route 3 Continued
  21. 21
    Melemele Island Grand Trial
  22. 22
    Ten Carat Hill
  23. 23
    Off To Akala Island
  24. 24
    Heahea Beach
  25. 25
    Heahea City
  26. 26
    Route 4
  27. 27
    Pikachu Valley
  28. 28
    Route 4 - Continued
  29. 29
    Paniola Town
  30. 30
    Paniola Ranch
  31. 31
    Route 5
  32. 32
    Brooklet Hill
  33. 33
    Route 6
  34. 34
    Royal Avenue
  35. 35
    Route 7
  36. 36
    Wela Volcano Park
  37. 37
    Route 8
  38. 38
    Lush Jungle
  39. 39
    Route 5 - Revisited
  40. 40
    Heahea City - Revisited
  41. 41
    Diglett's Tunnel
  42. 42
    Route 9
  43. 43
    Konikoni City
  44. 44
    Memorial Hill
  45. 45
    Akala Outskirts
  46. 46
    Ruins of Life
  47. 47
    Hano Beach
  48. 48
    Aether Paradise - First Visit
  49. 49
    Malie City
  50. 50
    Malie Garden
  51. 51
    Malie City - Continued
  52. 52
    Malie City - Outer Cape
  53. 53
    Route 10
  54. 54
    Mount Hokulani
  55. 55
    Hokulani Observatory
  56. 56
    Mount Hokulani and Malie City Continued
  57. 57
    Route 11
  58. 58
    Route 12
  59. 59
    Blush Mountain
  60. 60
    Ula'ula Beach
  61. 61
    Route 13
  62. 62
    Tapu Village
  63. 63
    Route 15
  64. 64
    Route 14
  65. 65
    Thrifty Megamart
  66. 66
    Route 15 Continued
  67. 67
    Route 16
  68. 68
    Ula'ula Meadow
  69. 69
    Route 17
  70. 70
    Po Town
  71. 71
    Shady House
  72. 72
    Aether Paradise - Revisited
  73. 73
    Seafolk Village
  74. 74
    Poni Wilds
  75. 75
    Ancient Poni Path
  76. 76
    Poni Breaker Coast
  77. 77
    Ruins of Hope
  78. 78
    Exeggutor Island
  79. 79
    Vast Poni Canyon
  80. 80
    Altar of the Sunne/Moone
  81. 81
    Ultra Megalopolis
  82. 82
    Megalo Tower
  83. 83
    Mina's Trial
  84. 84
    Mount Lanakila
  85. 85
    Pokemon League

Post-Game Walkthrough:

  1. Finishing Things Off
  2. Team Rainbow Rocket
  3. Team Rocket's Castle
  4. Team Rocket's Castle - West Wing
  5. Team Rocket's Castle - East Wing
  6. Team Rocket's Castle - Upper West Wing
  7. Team Rocket's Castle - Upper East Wing
  8. Catching Solgaleo or Lunala
  9. Acquiring Cosmog
  10. Catching the Island Guardians
  11. Catching Zygarde

Post-Game Areas:

  1. Poni Grove
  2. Poni Plains
  3. Poni Meadow
  4. Resolution Cave
  5. Poni Coast
  6. Poni Gauntlet
  7. Battle Tree

Mini-Games:

  1. Mantine Surf
  2. Ultra Warp Ride

Other Areas:

  1. Tauros-Required Areas
  2. Haina Desert

Appendices:

  1. Explanation of Features
  2. Totem Sticker Rewards
  3. Trainer Passport Stamp List
  4. Type Vs. Type Chart
  5. Item List - General
  6. Item List - Medicine
  7. Item List - Berries
  8. Item List - TMs
  9. Item List - Z Crystals
  10. Item List - Mega Stones
  11. Item List - Key Items
  12. Move List
  13. Ability List
Tips
  • This guide is based on the Official GameFAQs Guide by RedIsPoetic.
  • The guide is updated to version 1.10 as of June 5, 2018.
  • It includes sections on controls, main story walkthrough, post-game content, and various appendices.

Controls

Navigate the world of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon with ease! This guide breaks down every control for overworld, menus, bag, Poke Ride, and Poke Finder.

Alright, let's get you up to speed on how to actually play Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon! It might seem like a lot at first, but once you know what button does what, you'll be zipping around Alola like a pro. We'll cover the main ways you'll be interacting with the game: when you're just walking around, when you're digging through menus, and when you're using special features like Poke Ride.

Here's a breakdown of the controls for each situation:

Overworld Controls

ControlFunction
AUse/Interact
BCancel/Hold and use Circle Pad to run
XOpens/Closes Main Menu
YOpens Poke Ride Menu
StartNo Use
SelectNo Use
UpRide a Pokemon Registered to this button (use the Poke Ride menu to do so)
DownRide a Pokemon Registered to this button (use the Poke Ride menu to do so)
LeftRide a Pokemon Registered to this button (use the Poke Ride menu to do so)
RightRide a Pokemon Registered to this button (use the Poke Ride menu to do so)
Circle PadMove character
LNo Use
ROpen Poke Finder (where applicable)
Touch ScreenSelect pressed option

Main Menu Controls

When you press X to open the Main Menu, you'll see a few different options. Here's how to navigate them:

ControlFunction
ASelect
BCancel
XOpens/Closes Main Menu
YNo Use
StartNo Use
SelectNo Use
UpMove up through options
DownMove down through options
LeftMove left through options
RightMove right through options
Circle PadActs as a substitute for the Up, Down, Left and Right buttons.
LNo Use
RNo Use
Touch ScreenSelect pressed option

Pokemon Menu Options

This is where you'll manage your party. It's pretty straightforward:

ControlFunction
ASelect
BCancel
XEnable moving items (shortcut)
YEnable moving Pokemon (shortcut)
StartNo Use
SelectNo Use
UpMove up through options
DownMove down through options
LeftMove left through options
RightMove right through options
Circle PadActs as a substitute for the Up, Down, Left and Right buttons.
LNo Use
RNo Use
Touch ScreenSelect pressed option/Pokemon

Bag Menu Controls

Got a lot of items? The Bag menu is your best friend. Here’s how to sort through it:

ControlFunction
ASelect
BCancel
XEnable sorting of items (shortcut)
YEnable moving of item (shortcut)
StartNo Use
SelectNo Use
UpMove up through options
DownMove down through options
LeftMove left through options
RightMove right through options
Circle PadActs as a substitute for the Up, Down, Left and Right buttons.
LNo Use
RNo Use
Touch ScreenSelect pressed option

Poke Ride Menu

Need to get around faster or reach new areas? Poke Ride is key. Here’s how to use it:

ControlFunction
ASelect Pokemon (or Unselect Pokemon if currently riding the selected Pokemon)
BCancel
XProvide explanation of each Poke Ride option
YSelect Pokemon (or Unselect Pokemon if currently riding the selected Pokemon)
StartNo Use
SelectNo Use
UpMove up through options
DownMove down through options
LeftNo Use
RightNo Use
Circle PadActs as a substitute for the Up and Down buttons.
LNo Use
RNo Use
Touch ScreenSelect pressed option/Pokemon

Poke Finder Controls

Want to capture some great moments? The Poke Finder lets you snap pics of your Pokémon buddies. Here’s how to get the shot:

ControlFunction
ATake photo
BCancel
XNo Use
YNo Use
StartNo Use
SelectNo Use
UpNo Use
DownNo Use
LeftNo Use
RightNo Use
Circle PadMove camera around
LNo Use
RTake photo
Touch ScreenSelect pressed option
Moving 3DSMove camera around (as per the way you move the 3DS)

That covers all the essential controls you'll need to get around Alola and manage your Pokémon. Don't worry if you forget a few; you can always check back here or experiment in-game. Happy adventuring!

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