🌟 Why Classic Mode? (Because You're a Person of Culture!)

Hey there, future champion! Sick of getting stomped in endless mode? Classic mode is like Pokémon's greatest hits album - but with more explosions and fewer "my Rattata is in the top percentage" kids!

🎮 The "Git Gud" Quick Start Guide

What you get:

• 10-stage biomes (with free healing, praise Arceus!)
• Rival battles (they grow up so fast 🥲)
• Gym leaders (who apparently skipped leg day)
• Elite Four (spoiler: still not elite enough)
• ACTUAL CHAMPION BATTLE (no pressure!)

🚀 Starting Your Journey: Don't Mess This Up!

The Sacred Starter Selection

1. Point Budget: 15 points (don't be greedy!)
2. Party Size: Up to 6 Pokémon
3. Hidden Pro Tip: Check for Pokérus! (Those purple borders aren't just pretty decorations!)

🔥 MASSIVE TIP: Start with lower-cost Pokémon - they level up faster and evolve sooner. Yes, that means your precious Mewtwo can wait!

🎯 Wave Structure: The Road to Glory

The "Please Don't Die" Progress Path

Waves 1-10: Baby steps (literally) Waves 11-20: First gym leader (bring tissues) Waves 21-30: Second gym (harder than your math homework) [...] Waves 90-100: Champion battle (hope you wrote your will!)

🛡️ Boss Battle Secrets They Don't Want You to Know!

The Shield Break Strategy

1. Never try to one-shot through shields (unless you like pain)
2. Break shields strategically for stat boosts
3. Wait for all shields to break before catching
4. OR use a Master Ball (big brain time!)

⚠️ WARNING: DO NOT waste your Master Ball on a shiny Pidgey. Trust me on this one... 😅

🏃‍♂️ Rival Battles: Making Your Childhood Enemy Cry

The "Not Today, Gary" Protocol

• They appear every 20 waves (like clockwork!)
• Their team scales with yours (how dare they copy us?)
• Secret Tip: Save your items for these battles - your rival didn't come to play!

🎁 Rewards (The Good Stuff!)

What You Get for Winning

• Egg Voucher Gold (first clear)
• Egg Voucher Premium (subsequent clears)
• Champion Ribbon (flex on your friends!)
• Bragging rights (priceless)

🧠 Pro Strategies That'll Make Veterans Jealous

1. The "Level Cap Hack"

• Caps increase every 10 waves
• Use Rare Candies strategically
• Save some for emergency evolution mid-battle!

2. The Double Battle Cheese

Normal encounter rate: 1/8 With one lure: 4/8 With two lures: GUARANTEED

Pro Tip: Lead with No Guard/Illuminate/Arena Trap for free lures!

🤔 FAQ (Frequently Awesome Questions)

Q: Help! My rival keeps destroying me! A: First time? 😎 Just kidding - check our rival battle strategy above!

Q: Can I catch gym leader Pokémon? A: Yep! Just break all shields first (or Master Ball if you're feeling spicy!)

Q: What happens if I lose? A: You start over, but keep your dignity! (Just kidding, that's gone forever)

🎯 Quick Tips for the Desperate

1. Always heal after biome changes
2. Save your best items for rival/gym battles
3. Never underestimate the power of status moves
4. Always have a backup plan (preferably not Struggle)

Remember, future champion: Even the greatest trainers started by accidentally using Self-Destruct at full HP. We've all been there! Now get out there and show that Classic Mode who's boss!

P.S. If anyone asks how you got so good, just say you've been playing since Red/Blue. Works every time! 😉