* Rayquaza's Location: Rayquaza resides in the Sky Pillar, which is accessible only after defeating the Elite Four and becoming the Champion of Hoenn.
* The Storyline: The game's story revolves around stopping Team Aqua and Team Magma. Defeating the Elite Four and becoming the Champion signifies the end of this conflict and allows the story to progress to the next stage, where Rayquaza plays a critical role.
There are no glitches or exploits that allow you to obtain Rayquaza before completing the main storyline.
While you can't obtain Rayquaza early, you can still enjoy the game by:
* Focusing on other Pokemon: Explore the Hoenn region and catch various Pokemon to build your team.
* Train your Pokemon: Strengthen your Pokemon's stats and learn new moves to prepare for the Elite Four and your eventual encounter with Rayquaza.
* Enjoy the story: Dive into the game's narrative and experience the exciting battles, interesting characters, and unique regions of Hoenn.
Remember, completing the story and facing the Elite Four unlocks the most rewarding experience in Pokemon Sapphire, including the chance to catch the legendary Rayquaza.