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Walkthrough for defeating Cipher Commander Exol in Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness, including his Shadow Pokémon team, recommended strategies, and rewards.

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Walkthrough for defeating Cipher Commander Exol in Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness, including his Shadow Pokémon team, recommended strategies, and rewards.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    After Nett surrenders the Data Rom to Cipher Commander Exol, you will confront him.
  2. 2
    Exol's team consists of Loudred (LV23), Girafarig (LV23), Mawile (LV22+ Shadow), and Raichu (LV23).
  3. 3
    Exol's Pokémon are tough, so use Shadow attacks if possible.
  4. 4
    A Pokémon trained at Rock Poké Spot can be effective against Raichu and Mawile.
  5. 5
    Be sure to Snag Exol's Shadow Mawile, as it is slightly more challenging than previous Snags.
  6. 6
    After defeating Exol, he will leave with the Data Rom. Nett will inform you that Cipher is behind the disappearance of the S.S. Libra and that Phenac City is their next target.
  7. 7
    Nett advises you to visit Trest, the mayor of Phenac City.
  8. 8
    Consider buying Great Balls at Agate before heading to Phenac City.
Tips
  • Exol's Pokémon types are Normal, Psychic, Steel, and Electric. Pokémon with strong attacks against these types will be advantageous.
  • Shadow attacks are recommended due to the toughness of Exol's team.
  • Prioritize Snagging the Shadow Mawile.
  • $1,840
  • Shadow Pokémon #20: Mawile

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