Cave of Origin Ruby & Sapphire · Dungeon
The Cave of Origin lies in Sootopolis City, guarded by Gym Leader Wallace. After Groudon (Ruby) or Kyogre (Sapphire) wakes in Seafloor Cavern, Steven and Wallace meet you in Sootopolis, and because you carry the Red or Blue Orb, Wallace leads you to the cave. On B4F you face the Pokémon at Lv. 45 and can catch it. Doing so ends the crisis and opens Wallace's Gym.
- Wild Pokémon
- 4
- Items
- 1
- Trainers
- 0
- HMs
- Flash (optional, lights up the dark floors 1F–B3F)
Connects to: Sootopolis City
Cave of Origin on the Hoenn map
Gift and special Pokémon
Wild Pokémon
1F, B1F, B2F, B3F
| Pokémon | Type | Lv. | Ruby | Sapphire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Zubat | Poison | 30–34 | 60% | 60% |
 Sableye | DarkGhost | 30–34 | – | 30% |
 Mawile | Steel | 30–34 | 30% | – |
 Golbat | Poison | 33–36 | 10% | 10% |
Entrance
| Pokémon | Type | Lv. | Ruby | Sapphire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zubat | Poison | 28–35 | 90% | 90% |
| Golbat | Poison | 33–36 | 10% | 10% |
Chances are the game’s encounter slots for each version (grass 20/20/10/10/10/10/5/5/4/4/1/1, surfing, diving and Rock Smash 60/30/5/4/1, Old Rod 70/30, Good Rod 60/20/20, Super Rod 40/40/15/4/1). A dash means the Pokémon does not appear in that version here. Version exclusives · Where to find every Pokémon.
Items
| Item | How |
|---|---|
| HM07 Waterfall | Item ball |
Hidden items can be found with the Itemfinder.
Tips
- Ruby: Groudon Lv. 45 brings harsh sunlight, so Water moves are weakened. Sapphire: Kyogre Lv. 45 brings rain, so Fire moves are weakened.
- Save before you walk up to the pool on B4F. Bring plenty of Ultra Balls, or Timer Balls for a long battle.
- Pick up HM07 Waterfall from the northwest corner of B3F on the way down. You can use it after earning the Rain Badge.
- Version split: Ruby has Mawile and Sapphire has Sableye on 1F–B3F, each at 30%.
- Flash helps on the dark floors 1F–B3F but isn't required.
Walkthrough: Part 13: Sootopolis City, Cave of Origin and Wallace
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FAQ
Where do I get HM07 Waterfall in Ruby and Sapphire?
It is an item on B3F of the Cave of Origin, in the northwest corner. You pick it up during the Groudon or Kyogre event.
Can I catch Groudon or Kyogre in the Cave of Origin?
Yes. Ruby has Groudon and Sapphire has Kyogre, both at Lv. 45 on B4F. Save before the battle.
How do I get into the Cave of Origin?
During the weather crisis, talk to Steven and Wallace in Sootopolis City. Wallace sees your orb and leads you to the cave entrance.
What if I knock out Groudon or Kyogre?
The crisis still ends and the story continues, but you won't get another chance to catch it. Reload your save if you want it.
What Pokémon can you catch in Cave of Origin in Ruby and Sapphire?
4 species: Zubat, Sableye, Mawile, Golbat. Ruby only: Mawile. Sapphire only: Sableye.
Sources & picture credits
- Cave of Origin (Bulbapedia)
- pret/pokeruby (decompiled game data)
- Map: Cave_of_Origin_1F_RS.png
- Map: Cave_of_Origin_B1F_RS.png
- Map: Cave_of_Origin_B2F_RS.png
- Map: Cave_of_Origin_B3F_RS.png
- Map: Cave_of_Origin_Entrance_RS.png
Guide text is original retrogameindex writing, checked against Bulbapedia and the game data. Wild Pokémon and encounter chances for both versions, items, trainers, gifts, trades and shops come from the pret/pokeruby decompilation (pret/pokeruby 5784633ce4). Maps and sprites © Nintendo / Creatures / GAME FREAK, archived from the Bulbagarden Archives; the Hoenn map is drawn from the game’s own PokéNav map graphics.