PHENAC STADIUM

Your guide to overcoming the challenges at Phenac Stadium in Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness. Defeat Cipher Peons and Admin Snattle with expert tips.

Alright, let's get you through Phenac Stadium in Pokémon XD! This place is a bit of a gauntlet, throwing multiple battles at you back-to-back. Before you even step inside, make sure your Pokémon are fully healed up. You're going to need them!

The first hurdle is Cipher Peon Greck, who's standing guard. He's got a L22 Torkoal, a L23 Nuzleaf, and a L22 Swinub. After him, you'll immediately face Cipher Peon Ezin (L23 Pelipper, L23 Electrike, L22 Spearow) and then Cipher Peon Faltly (L23 Chinchou, L23 Stantler, L23 Grimer). It's a real test of endurance, so healing is key.

Once you're inside the stadium proper, things get dramatic. You'll witness a confrontation between Cipher Admin Snattle and an ONBS reporter named Marcia. Marcia has some incriminating videotapes, and Snattle really doesn't want them getting out, especially since he's expecting a big promotion to Orre's Governor from Master Greevil. If those tapes reveal he's been silencing people in Phenac, his political career would be toast!

Snattle will spot you and order his subordinate, Egrog, to deal with you. Egrog's team consists of L25 Houndour, L26 Graveler, L26 Gulpin, and L23 Seel. After you handle Egrog, Snattle himself will step up for a battle. He's pretty steamed and warns you he'll show no mercy, especially since he doesn't want Master Greevil seeing any of this drama on TV. The good news? If you lose to Snattle, you get to challenge him again right away without having to beat Egrog a second time. That's a nice little break!

My Party Setup:

• L42 Espeon
• L31 Houndoom
• L30 Ampharos
• L32 Sealeo

My Spheal finally evolved into Sealeo, which is a huge help with its improved stats. Having a strong team is crucial for these back-to-back fights.

Boss Battle: Cipher Admin Snattle

Get ready, because this is the main event. Snattle is a tough opponent, and you'll need a solid strategy to take him down. Make sure your Pokémon are in top condition before you engage him!