You will lose your first five attempts. That is normal. Sacred Gold is not a hack; it is a trial by fire. Every loss teaches you a specific counter for the next run.
So forget “use a Geodude for Faulkner.” That’s strategy. I want to talk about survival . About the deep, cold current that runs beneath the glittering surface of Johto. Sacred Gold Nuzlocke Tips
: Many Pokémon have received base stat buffs (e.g., Onix's Attack increased to 80), making previously "weak" Pokémon viable early-game carries. Essential Early-Game Encounters You will lose your first five attempts
Sacred Gold rewards players who understand defensive typing. Having a "Core" (like Fire/Water/Grass or Steel/Fairy/Dragon) allows you to cycle through resisted hits until you find an opening. Every loss teaches you a specific counter for the next run
: Ensure your Pokémon are at most level 20; they will stop obeying you at level 21 for this fight