Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Gym Order: All Paths Level Order & Post-Game Walkthrough

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet allows players to choose from three different paths in any order they desire. However, there is an ideal progression based on level scaling. Here is the recommended journey for players in the latest installment by Game Freak.

The classic Pokemon games were once known for their simple progression from gym to gym, with the occasional battle or event to add excitement. However, Scarlet & Violet now provides players with a plethora of paths to choose from and the liberty to explore and engage in various activities.

Given the presence of three main plotlines and numerous obstacles in between, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. Therefore, we have created a suggested path to effectively navigate through the story.

Don’t forget to also check out our other guides, such as those for all version-exclusive Pokemon and The Complete Blueberry Pokedex, now that both DLC components, The Teal Mask and The Indigo Disk, have been released.

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Table of Contents

• All Pokemon Scarlet & Violet paths
• Pokemon Scarlet & Violet ideal order: Gyms, Titans & Team Star
• Pokemon Scarlet & Violet post-game Gym leaders rematches
• Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Ace Academy Tournament

All Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Paths

• Victory Road (Gym battles)
• Path of Legends (Titan Pokemon)
• Operation Star Street (Team Star battles)

Being open world, Scarlet & Violet allows you to challenge Glaseado Mountain’s Gym Leader and their level 40+ team immediately if you so desire.

Nevertheless, for those seeking a classic Pokemon adventure, we have curated the perfect order for challenging Gyms in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet. Additionally, we have also outlined the recommended progression for completing the Path of Legends and Operation Star Street storylines.

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet – Ideal Order for Gyms, Titans, and Team Star

The correct order of challenges for Gyms and other locations in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, as well as their corresponding locations on the map of Paldea, are listed below:

1. Bug Gym – Cortondo
2. Stony Cliff Titan Klawf – South Province (Area Three)
3. Grass Gym – Artazon
4. Open Sky Titan Bombirdier – West Province (Area One)
5. Team Star Dark Crew – West Province (Area One)
6. Electric Gym – Levincia
7. Team Star Fire Crew – East Province (Area One)
8. Lurking Steel Titan Orthworm – East Province (Area Three)
9. Water Gym – Cascarrafa
10. Team Star Poison Crew – Tagtree Thicket
11. Normal Gym – Medal
12. Ghost Gym – Montenevera
13. Quaking Earth Titan – Asado Desert
14. Psychic Gym – Alfornada
15. Ice Gym – Frosting
16. Team Star Fairy Crew – North Province (Area Three)
17. False Dragon Titan – Casseroya Lake
18. Team Star Fighting Crew – North Province (Area One)
19. Elite Four – South Province (Area Two)
20. Paldea Champion
21. Director Clavell – Grape/Orange Academy
22. Arven – Poco Path Lighthouse
23. Cassiopeia – Grape/Orange Academy
24. Found – Uva/Naranja Academy
25. Professor Sada/Turo – Area Zero

Here is the correct order to play through Pokemon Scarlet & Violet according to levels.

Bug Gym Leader Katy – Cortondo

The initial destination for trainers embarking on their journey through Paldea is Cortondo, where they will encounter the Bug-type Gym Leader Katy. Due to the low level of the Gym and the numerous weaknesses of Bug-type Pokémon, it is considered to be relatively easy to defeat.

The team belonging to Katy:

Pokemon	Type	Level
Nymph	Bug	14
Tarountula	Bug	14
Teddiursa	Bug (Tera-type)	15

Klawf Titan – South Province (Area Three)

Following that is Klawf, the Crab Titan Pokemon, which serves as an introduction to the mechanics of Titan battles that will be prevalent throughout the rest of the story. As with previous low-level encounters, there is not much to take note of.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Klawf	Rock	16

3. Grass Gym Leader Brassius and his Pokemon Artazon

The Gym Leader of Artazon is just another one that exposes their Pokemon to a multitude of weaknesses. Furthermore, it doesn’t improve the situation that Brassius’ Pokemon are only slightly higher in level compared to the previous Gym.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Petyl	Grass	16
Smoliv	Grass / Normal	16
Sudowoodo	Grass (Tera-type)	17

Bombirdier Titan in West Province (Area One)

Bombirdier becomes a challenging battleground if players neglect to consider their Pokemon’s levels and type matchups. It can also be encountered early on if players stray from the main path.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Bombirdier	Flying / Dark	19

Team Star Leader Giacomo – West Province (Area One)

As players make their way from the Bombirdier Titan to Cascarrafa, they will come across Team Star’s lowest-level camp. This camp is governed by the Dark-type leader Giacomo and serves as an introduction to Team Star’s preferred battle tactics.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Pawniard	Dark	21
Revavaroom	Dark	20

Electric Gym Leader Iono – Levincia

The next Gym Leader on the list for Pokemon Scarlet & Violet is Iono, a high-energy streamer who also doubles as a Gym Leader. Although the levels of her Electric-type Pokemon may not match her boundless energy, their type advantages can leave unprepared trainers regretting their decision to challenge her on her Livestream.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Wattrel	Electric / Flying	23
Luxio	Electric	23
Bellibolt	Electric	23
Mismagius	Electric (Tera-type)	24

Team Star Leader Mela – East Province (Area One)

Team Star’s leader for Fire-types, Mela, is a trainer who is vulnerable to type disadvantages. Despite her high levels, using Water-type attacks is an effective strategy against her.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Torcoal	Fire	27
Revavroom	Fire	26

8. Orthworm Titan – East Province (Area Three)

This encounter with Titan may not be very impressive, depending on the starter you choose. Even a weak Fuecoco evolution can defeat Orthworm easily due to its vulnerability to Fire-type attacks. However, defeating it will still reward players with an upgrade for their Legendary bike.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Orthworm	Steel	28

Water Gym Leader Kofu – Cascarrafa

Cascarrafa’s Water-type Gym Leader can be a formidable opponent for trainers who are not properly prepared for the battle. While Veluza alone can be challenging, Kofu’s strongest Pokemon, Crabominable, is a force to be reckoned with, especially when utilizing its Tera-type transformation.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Come on	Water / Psychic	29
Wugtrio	Water	29
Crabominable	Water (Tera-type)	30

10. Team Star Leader Atticus – Tagtree Thicket

Atticus poses a significant challenge thanks to his skill in inflicting the Poisoned status condition. This status can gradually drain a Pokemon’s health if the battle drags on, making it important for players to prepare for his Poison-type strategy.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Skuntank	Poison / Dark	32
Muk	Poison	32
Revavroom	Steel/Poison	33
Revavroom	Poison	32

Normal Gym Leader Larry – Medalist

Medali’s Gym Leader, Larry, may seem unassuming, but he is a formidable Normal-type trainer. Be sure to leave your Ghost-type Pokémon at home and stock up on Fighting-type moves for this battle. Despite the strength of his Pokémon, Larry can be easily defeated.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Komala	Normal	35
Dudunsparce	Normal	35
Staraptor	Normal (Tera-type)	36

Ghost Gym Leader Rhymes – Montenevera

Trainers will need to journey deep into Glaseado Mountain and reach the town of Montenevera for their next Gym challenge. There, Ryme awaits to test trainers with her powerful Pokemon and lyrical skills. Fortunately, Paldea is home to a variety of Ghost-type Pokemon, both old and new, that can provide assistance and level the playing field.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Mimikyu	Ghost / Fairy	41
Banette	Ghost	41
Houndstone	Ghost	41
Toxtricity (Low Key Form)	Ghost (Tera-type)	42

Future/Past Donphan Titan – Asado Desert

Pokemon	Type	Level
Iron Treads	Ground / Steel	44
Great Tusk	Ground / Fighting	44

Tulips is a more difficult Gym Leader to beat in Scarlet & Violet, so be sure to battle her in the order we’ve listed.

Psychic Gym Leader Tulip – Alfornada

Although Alfornada is a town that can be easily accessed in the early stages of Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, it is advised to wait until later in your playthrough before challenging Tulip. Her Psychic-type Pokemon are formidable opponents and can be challenging to defeat, even with a strong team at high levels.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Farigirag	Normal / Psychic	44
Gardevoir	Psychic / Fairy	44
Espathra	Psychic	44
Florges	Psychic (Tera-type)	45

15. Ice Gym Leader Grusha – Frosted

Once more, players will be required to journey up Glaseado Mountain in order to challenge the ultimate Gym Leader, Grusha. As the final obstacle before facing the Elite Four, it is fitting for Grusha to specialize in powerful Ice-type Pokemon.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Frosmoth	Ice/Bug	47
Beartic	Ice	47
Cetitan	Ice	47
Altars	Ice (Tera-type)	48

Team Star Leader Ortega – North Province (Area Three)

As the snow melts away in the distant northern areas of Paldea, players will come across the encampment of Ortega, the Fairy-type leader of Team Star. While not the toughest opponent, his team of level 50+ Pokemon should not be underestimated.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Azumarill	Water/Fairy	50
Wigglytuff	Normal/Fairy	50
Dachsbun	Fairy	51
Revavaroom	Fairy	50

17. Dondozo & Tatsugiri Titans – Casseroya Lake

The powerful partnership of Dondozo and Tatsugiri serves as the ultimate test for all three main paths in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, and marks the end of the Path of Legends. It is only fitting that such a formidable battle rewards the trainer with the ultimate Legendary bike upgrade.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Dose	Water	55
Tatsugiri	Dragon / Water	55

Team Star Leader Eri – North Province (Area One)

Eri acts as the final barrier between the trainer and the end-game content. Defeating this formidable Team Star Leader and their team of Fighting-type Pokemon is a daunting task, especially after enduring the challenges leading up to the final battle. It is a fitting showdown to bring an end to Team Star’s reign.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Toxic	Poison / Fighting	55
Passimian	Fighting	55
Lucario	Fighting / Steel	55
Annihilape	Fighting / Ghost	55
Revavroom	Fighting	56

19. Elite Four Rika, Poppy, Larry & Hassel – South Province (Area 2)

After a lengthy expedition through Paldea and defeating all eight Gym Leaders, players will arrive at the base of the Elite Four. As is customary, they must face four formidable trainers in succession to demonstrate their prowess. Below are the team compositions for each member of the Elite Four.

Irina:

Irina:

Pokemon	Type	Level
Whiscash	Water / Ground	57
Camerupt	Fire / Ground	57
Donphan	Ground	57
Dugtrio	Ground	57
Clodsire	Ground (Tera-type)	58

Poppy:

Pokemon	Type	Level
Copperajah	Steel	58
Magnezone	Electric / Steel	58
Bronzong	Steel / Psychic	58
Corviknight	Flying / Steel	58
Tinkaton	Steel (Tera-type)	59

Larry:

Pokemon	Type	Level
Tropius	Grass / Flying	59
Oricorio	Electric / Flying	59
Altars	Dragon / Flying	59
Staraptor	Normal / Flying	59
Falmigo	Flying (Tera-type)	60

Hassel:

Hassel stated:

Pokemon	Type	Level
Noivern	Flying / Dragon	60
Haxorus	Dragon	60
Dragalge	Poison / Dragon	60
Flapple	Grass / Dragon	60
Baxcalibur	Dragon (Tera-type)	61

Paldea Champion Geeta – Pokemon League

Following their victory against the Elite Four, players will then be required to confront Geeta, the chairwoman of the Paldea Pokémon League.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Espathra	Psychic	61
Gogoat	Grass	61
Come on	Water / Psychic	61
Avalugg	Ice	61
Speaking	Dark / Steel	61
Glimmer	Rock (Tera-type)	62

Director Clavell – Grape/Orange Academy

During the Starfall Street storyline, the next challenge you will face is Director Clavell, who has been masquerading as Clive. He will try to claim credit for leading Team Star. His team consists of a diverse range of typing that can be difficult to handle without the right counters.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Oranguru	Normal / Psychic	60
Abomasnow	Grass / Snow	60
Polteageist	Ghost	60
Amoongus	Grass / Poison	60
Gyarados	Water / Flying	60
Quaquaval (if you picked Fuecoco)	Water (Tera-type)	61
Skeledirge (if picked Sprigatito)	Fire (Tera-type)	61
Meowscarada (if picked Quaxly)	Grass (Tera-type)	61

Arven – Poco Path Lighthouse

In order to complete the Path of Legends storyline, players must face Arven. Throughout the narrative, Arven has aided the player in defeating formidable Titan Pokemon, allowing them to restore their Mabosstiff’s power. This is now showcased in the ultimate showdown against Arven.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Greedent	Normal	58
Cloyster	Water / Ice	59
Scovillain	Grass / Fire	60
Toedscruel	Ground / Grass	61
Garganacl	Rock	62
Mabosstiff	Dark (Tera-type)	63

23. Penny/Cassiopeia – Uva/Naranja Academy Courtyard

At the conclusion of the Starfall Street arc, Penny shocks the trainer by revealing her true identity as Cassiopeia, much like when a Scooby-Doo villain’s mask is removed. She then challenges the trainer to a battle with her team of six Eeveelutions, all of the same type.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Umbreon	Dark	62
Vaporeon	Water	62
Jolteon	Electric	62
Flareon	Fire	62
Leafeon	Grass	62
Sylveon	Fairy	63

24. Champion Nemona from Uva/Naranja Academy

Concluding the Victory Road storyline involves engaging in a final Pokemon battle against your rival, Nemona. Her team has significantly increased in strength since your last encounter, so it is crucial to strategize and utilize type advantages in order to emerge victorious.

Pokemon	Type	Level
Lycanroc	Rock	65
Goodra	Dragon	65
Dudunsparce	Normal	65
Orthworm	Steel	65
Paw motor	Electric / Fighting	65
Quaquaval (if picked Sprigatito)	Water (Tera-type)	66
Skeledirge (if picked Quaxly)	Fire (Tera-type)	66
Meowscarada (if picked Fuecoco)	Grass (Tera-type)	66

Professor Sada & Professor Turo – Area Zero Lab

After finishing all three plot lines, gamers will journey to Area Zero to save Arven’s parents – his mother, Professor Sada for Scarlet players, and his father, Professor Turo for Violet players. However, in an unexpected twist, they will have to confront their formidable team of paradoxical Pokemon.

Professor Scarlet Now :

Pokemon	Type	Level
Slither Wing	Bug / Fighting	66
Brute Bonnet	Grass / Dark	66
Scream Tail	Fairy / Psychic	66
Flutter Mane	Ghost / Fairy	66
Sandy Shocks	Electric / Ground	66
Roaring Moon	Dragon / Dark	67

Professor Violet Turo:

Pokemon	Type	Level
Iron Moth	Fire / Poison	66
Iron Bundle	Ice / Water	66
Iron Hands	Fighting / Electric	66
Iron Throat	Dark / Flying	66
Iron Thorns	Rock / Electric	66
Iron Valiant	Fairy / Fighting	67

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet: All Gym Leader Rematches

Once the credits roll and players make their way back to their dorms, Nemona suggests a brilliant plan to hold the Academy Ace tournament. However, in order to compete in the tournament, players must first face a rematch against all eight Paldean Gyms.

The second battles are more challenging compared to the initial ones. Every Gym now has a group of five level 65 Pokemon, giving you the freedom to face them in any sequence. However, we will arrange them in their original Gym order for convenience.

Bug Gym Leader Katy – Cortondo

Pokemon	Type	Level
Lokix	Bug/Dark	65
Forretress	Bug/Steel	65
Heracross	Bug/Fighting	65
Spidops	Bug	65
Ursaring	Bug (Tera Type)	66

Grass Gym Leader Brassius – Artazon

Pokemon	Type	Level
Lilling	Grass	65
Remembrance	Grass	65
Breloom	Grass/Fighting	65
tree	Grass/Normal	65
Sudowoodo	Grass (Tera Type)	66

Electric Gym Leader Iono – Levincia

Pokemon	Type	Level
Kilowattrel	Electric/Flying	65
Luxray	Electric	65
Bellibolt	Electric	65
Electrode	Electric	65
Mismagius	Electric (Tera Type)	66

Water Gym Leader Kofu – Cascarrafa

Pokemon	Type	Level
Come on	Water/Psychic	65
Wugtrio	Water	65
Clawitzer	Water	65
Pelipper	Water/Flying	65
Crabominable	Water (Tera Type)	66

Normal Gym Leader Larry – Medali

Pokemon	Type	Level
Circles	Normal	65
Komala	Normal	65
Dudunsparce	Normal	65
Braviary	Normal/Flying	65
Staraptor	Normal (Tera Type)	66

Ghost Gym Leader Rhymes – Montenevera

Pokemon	Type	Level
Mimikyu	Ghost/Fairy	65
Banette	Ghost	65
Houndstone	Ghost	65
Spiritomb	Ghost/Dark	65
Toxtricity	Ghost (Tera Type)	66

Psychic Gym Leader Tulip – Alfornada

Pokemon	Type	Level
Farigiraf	Normal/Psychic	65
Gallade	Psychic/Fighting	65
Espathra	Psychic	65
Gardevoir	Psychic/Fairy	65
Florges	Psychic (Tera Type)	66

Ice Gym Leader Grusha – Frosting

Pokemon	Type	Level
Frosmoth	Ice/Bug	65
Beartic	Ice	65
Cetitan	Ice	65
We heard	Dark/Ice	65
Altars	Ice (Tera Type)	66

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Academy Ace Tournament Guide

After successfully defeating all eight Gym Leaders again, players will have the opportunity to compete in the Academy Ace Tournament. This tournament includes four battles against the academy’s staff and some of their friends.

The initial tournament attempt will consist of facing the same four trainers each time. Subsequent attempts will feature randomized opponents, but this guide will focus on the predetermined battles against Arven, Jacq, Dendra, and Geeta.

Academy Ace Legacy

Pokemon	Type	Level
Greedent	Normal	67
Cloyster	Water/Ice	67
Scovillain	Grass/Fire	67
Toedscruel	Ground/Grass	67
Garganacl	Rock	67
Mabostiff	Dark (Tera Type)	68

Academy Ace Jacq

Pokemon	Type	Level
Arcanine	Fire	65
Lurant	Grass	65
Swalot	Poison	65
Mudsdale	Ground	65
Slowbro	Water/Psychic	65
Farigiraf	Psychic (Tera Type)	66

Academy Ace Dendra

Pokemon	Type	Level
Falinks	Fighting	65
Tauros (Blaze Breed)	Fighting/Fire	65
Bulls (Water Breed)	Fighting/Water	65
Medicham	Fighting/Psychic	65
Hawlucha	Fighting/Flying	65
Hariyama	Fighting (Tera Type)	66

Academy Ace Geeta

Pokemon	Type	Level
Espathra	Psychic	69
Gogoat	Grass	69
Come on	Water/Psychic	69
Avalugg	Ice	69
Speaking	Dark/Steel	69
Glimmer	Rock (Tera Type)	70

Although this guide only focuses on the main storyline, players can also access both parts of The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero to partake in additional sidequests and capture even more Pokemon.

The Teal Mask is set in the newly established Kitakami region, while the second book, The Indigo Disk, is based at the Blueberry Academy.