How to Get Rock Smash in Pokémon Emerald (Guide)

Posted by Admin October 30, 2024
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Rock Smash is an essential HM (Hidden Machine) that lets you break rocks blocking paths. If you’re unsure how to get this move, this guide will walk you through it step-by-step, including tips on using Rock Smash effectively.

What is Rock Smash?

Introduced in Generation II, Rock Smash became an HM move in Generation III, including Emerald. Here’s what you need to know:

  • Type: Fighting
  • Power: 20
  • Accuracy: 100%
  • PP: 15
  • Special Effect: 50% chance of lowering the opponent’s Defense by one stage.

Outside of battle, Rock Smash breaks rocks that block paths and even allows encounters with certain Pokémon hidden in rocks, like Geodude or Shuckle.

Requirements to Use Rock Smash in Pokémon Emerald

To get Rock Smash and use it outside of battle, you need to:

  1. Obtain the Stone Badge from Roxanne (Rustboro City).
  2. Obtain the Knuckle Badge from Brawly (Dewford Town).
  3. Obtain the Dynamo Badge from Wattson (Mauville City).

Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Rock Smash

  1. Go to Mauville City
    Use Route 110 after Slateport City to reach Mauville City. Once you get there, locate the house with the magenta roof to the right of the Poké Mart.
  2. Enter the House
    Inside, talk to the NPC, a friendly resident who will give you HM06 (Rock Smash) for free.
  3. Teach Rock Smash to a Pokémon
    Most Pokémon can learn Rock Smash, so pick one that you don’t mind dedicating this move slot to for now.
  4. Use Rock Smash Outside of Battle
    After obtaining the Dynamo Badge, you’ll be able to use Rock Smash to clear rocks blocking paths, like those on Route 112, Rusturf Tunnel, and other locations.

Pokémon that Can Learn Rock Smash

Most Pokémon in Emerald can learn Rock Smash through HM06. For convenience, consider teaching it to a Pokémon you bring along for exploration, as you’ll often need Rock Smash to access new areas or items.

Tips for Using Rock Smash in Pokémon Emerald

  • Explore Hidden Items: Many rocks that you break with Rock Smash will reveal hidden items, so smash any breakable rock you encounter.
  • Finding Pokémon: Certain Pokémon, like Geodude, can appear when using Rock Smash on rocks, so it’s also useful for completing your PokéDex.

That’s it! With Rock Smash in your moveset, you’ll be ready to explore more of Hoenn and uncover its hidden paths and Pokémon.

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