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Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness

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Learn how to defeat the Shadow Arbok encountered in Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness. This guide covers its stats, weaknesses, and the strategy to snag it.

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Learn how to defeat the Shadow Arbok encountered in Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness. This guide covers its stats, weaknesses, and the strategy to snag it.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    After defeating and snagging the Shadow Arbok, proceed through the door Smarton exited.
  2. 2
    Enter Gorigan's office, where he expresses anger over the defeat of Cipher members and challenges you as the third Admin.
  3. 3
    Prepare for Gorigan's team, which includes Shadow Primeape and Hypno, and ensure you snag both.
  4. 4
    Upon defeating Gorigan, he becomes enraged and threatens the Cipher Key Lair.
  5. 5
    Mr. Verich appears on screen, revealing himself as Grand Master Greevil, and states his plan is on track with the completion of XD001, Shadow Lugia.
  6. 6
    Greevil dares you to reach Citadark Isle, located off Gateon Port, which is protected by harsh waves and clouds, requiring special transportation.
  7. 7
    Gorigan mentions XD001's role in dropping the S.S. Libra and that Citadark Isle will be heavily guarded by Shadow Pokémon he created.
  8. 8
    Gorigan flees, leaving the Shadow Pokémon List on his desk, which is added to your P*DA.
  9. 9
    Exit the Cipher Key Lair and head downstairs. You'll hear someone has been robbed.
  10. 10
    Outside, a Worker reports a stolen Shadow Pokémon, taken by two men resembling Folly and Trudly. The stolen Pokémon is revealed to be a Shadow Dragonite.
  11. 11
    Depart the Cipher Key Lair and travel to Gateon Port.
  12. 12
    In Gateon Port, visit the Parts Shop and speak with Perr about Robo Kyogre.
  13. 13
    Makan confirms Robo Kyogre is ready for use, enabling travel to Citadark Isle.
  14. 14
    Before heading to Citadark Isle, Krane sends an email requesting your presence at the Pokémon HQ Lab.
  15. 15
    Return to the Pokémon HQ Lab and go to Krane's office.
  16. 16
    Krane reveals a secret staircase and leads you down, where he gifts you the Master Ball.
  17. 17
    With the Master Ball obtained, you are now ready to travel to Citadark Isle. You also have the option to battle Supertrainer Aferd again.
Tips
  • Be prepared for Gorigan's team, which includes a variety of Pokémon.
  • Ensure you have Pokémon that can counter Lairon (Ground/Fighting), Sealeo (Electric/Grass), Slowking (Dark/Bug/Ghost), Ursaring (Fighting), Primeape (Psychic/Flying/Fairy), and Hypno (Dark/Bug/Ghost).
  • Prioritize snagging Shadow Primeape and Hypno.
  • The Master Ball is a valuable tool for snagging difficult Shadow Pokémon.
  • Snagged Shadow Arbok (LV33+)
  • Snagged Shadow Primeape (LV34+)
  • Snagged Hypno (LV34+)
  • $3,700 from Gorigan
  • Shadow Pokémon List added to P*DA
  • Master Ball from Krane

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