DIFFICULTY MODES
NORMAL & HARD MODE
Normal Mode
Soft level caps. Standard Gym Leader teams. Most Pokémon teams can beat the game with some planning. Recommended for a first playthrough or casual experience.
Hard Mode
Hard level caps. Modified Gym Leaders with stronger teams, better moves, and more coverage. Opponents gain extra levels as the game progresses, ending with a +5 level bonus. Planning before Gym battles is key.
LEVEL CAPS
Normal = soft cap · Hard = hard cap
Deo - Jusmail Town
LV.12
Mattaios - Kalami City
LV.19
Sabella - Pythios Town
LV.22
Terpsikore - Sofos City
LV.27
Euterpe - Myrrini Island
LV.31
Thalia & Melpomene - Fresco Isles
LV.36
Rhadine - Palati City
LV.40
Gym 8
LV.50
Elite 4 & Champion
LV.58
Difficulty can be changed anytime from the second page of the Options menu. Switching modes adjusts level caps and trainer AI immediately.
The EV/IV Stat Editor in the party menu helps both modes — optimize your team without grinding.