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Part 8
Pokemon X and Y

Part 8

Follow our comprehensive guide to navigate Part 8 of Pokemon X and Y, featuring trainer battles, item locations, and the exciting encounter with Professor Sycamore in Lumiose City.

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Follow our comprehensive guide to navigate Part 8 of Pokemon X and Y, featuring trainer battles, item locations, and the exciting encounter with Professor Sycamore in Lumiose City.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Head down the steps and battle Roller Skater Calida (Fletchling Lv. 10).
  2. 2
    Battle Roller Skater Roland (Pidgey Lv. 10).
  3. 3
    Head north and take the right path. Battle Poke Fan Agnes (3x Burmy Lv. 7).
  4. 4
    Battle Preschooler Adrian (Magikarp Lv. 9).
  5. 5
    Head west into the alcove to find the Poison Barb item.
  6. 6
    Head back out and battle Preschooler Mia (Budew Lv. 9).
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    Head north and enter the maze. At the first dead end, interact with the last tile to find Honey.
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    Continue north through the maze to battle Gardener Grover (Corphish Lv. 10).
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    Move west past Grover to grab a Net Ball.
  10. 10
    Exit the maze and head north, then east. Battle Poke Fan Gabe (Pichu Lv. 7, Pikachu Lv. 9).
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    Head east to the entrance of the other maze. Enter and battle Gardener Fabian (Corphish Lv. 10).
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    Head north from Fabian. In the area with three dead ends, the last tile of the longest dead end contains a Super Potion.
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    Continue to the end of the path to find an Ether.
  14. 14
    Head back to the main path near Poke Fan Gabe. Go north and speak with the professor's assistants. Agree to visit the professor.
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    Follow them into the Pokemon Lab in Lumiose City.
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    Head to the Pokemon Center on the right side of South Boulevard to heal your Pokemon.
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    Return to the Pokemon Lab and take the elevator to the third floor.
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    On the second floor, talk to the scientist to receive 5 Luxury Balls.
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    On the third floor, talk to the scientist to receive TM54 (False Swipe).
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    Speak with Professor Sycamore. He will challenge you to a battle.
  21. 21
    Trainer Battle: Pokemon Professor Sycamore
    • Bulbasaur Lv. 10 (Grass)
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    Squirtle Lv. 10 (Water)
  23. 23
    Charmander Lv. 10 (Fire)
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    Reward: $1,400
  25. 25
    After defeating Sycamore, choose one of the Kanto starter Pokemon (Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle) and receive its corresponding Mega Stone.
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    Professor Sycamore gives your next objective: Camphrier Town.
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    On the first floor of the lab, you'll meet Lysandre.
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    Head right from the lab down South Boulevard until you reach a man blocking the path due to a blackout.
Tips
  • When choosing a Kanto starter, consider picking one that complements your current starter Pokemon for a more balanced team.
  • Explore Lumiose City further after receiving your next objective.
  • TM27 (Return)
  • 5 Luxury Balls
  • TM54 (False Swipe)
  • A Kanto starter Pokemon (Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle)
  • The Mega Stone corresponding to your chosen Kanto starter.

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