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Pokémon Stadium 2 Gym Leaders and Earl: Johto reference
See the eight Johto specialties and the role of the Academy.
Edition covered
Original international Pokémon Stadium 2 for Nintendo 64, released in Japan in 2000 as Pokémon Stadium Gold and Silver. Archive screenshots may show later emulated rerelease captures. Transfer Pak features apply to original hardware.
8 characters · one picture per entry · open a picture for full size.
Characters
Quick notes
- Use the Johto leader theme carefully. The leader’s specialty suggests useful coverage, but support moves and off-type attacks still matter.
- Learn from Earl between attempts. The Academy combines instruction with tests and practical battles.
- Expect more than a single region. Gym Leader Castle extends beyond the opening Johto route.
- Review a loss by role. Ask whether the trio lacked a safe switch, a coverage move or a response to status.
Learn from Earl between attempts
| Person or area | Function | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Earl | Teacher | Explains battle concepts. |
| Academy lessons | Instruction | Read a mechanic before testing it. |
| Academy tests | Knowledge checks | Identify a misunderstanding. |
| Gym Leader Castle | Trainer challenges | Apply the learned matchup plan. |
Useful tip
Gym Leader Castle extends beyond the opening Johto route. Keep a flexible registered team instead of preparing only for the first few specialties.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Serebii: Stadium 2 modes | www.serebii.net |
| Serebii: Little Cup | www.serebii.net |
| Serebii: Challenge Cup | www.serebii.net |
| Serebii: Earl’s Academy | www.serebii.net |
| Serebii: Stadium 2 minigames | www.serebii.net |