Key Points:
* Norman's Team: Norman's team consists of Slaking, Vigoroth, and a surprise Pokemon. You will want to choose a team that is strong against Fighting-type Pokemon.
* Weaknesses: Fighting-type Pokemon are weak to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy type moves.
* Strengths: Fighting-type Pokemon are strong against Normal, Rock, Steel, and Ice type moves.
Team Suggestions:
* Flying: Swellow, Skarmory, or a fully evolved Pidgey/Spearow
* Psychic: Gardevoir, Alakazam, or Espeon
* Fairy: If you haven't encountered one yet, you'll need to find a Fairy-type Pokemon later in the game.
Strategies:
* Level Up: Norman's team is at level 33-35, so make sure your Pokemon are at a similar level.
* Type Advantage: Utilize Pokemon with moves that are super effective against Fighting-type Pokemon. Flying-type moves like Aerial Ace and Peck are particularly effective.
* Status Conditions: Use moves that can paralyze or burn Norman's Pokemon, making them less effective in battle.
* Items: Use potions and revives to heal your Pokemon during battle.
* Beware of Slaking: Slaking has the Truant ability, which makes it only attack on odd-numbered turns. Keep this in mind and use a strong Pokemon to take it out quickly.
* Norman's Surprise Pokemon: Be prepared for Norman's third Pokemon, which can be a variety of types. Try to have a diverse team that can handle different types effectively.
Specific Pokemon Recommendations:
* Swellow: A great choice for its Flying-type moves and decent speed.
* Gardevoir: A powerful Psychic-type Pokemon with strong Special Attack and good movepool.
* Alakazam: Another great Psychic-type Pokemon known for its incredible Special Attack and speed.
Remember:
* Experiment with different strategies and Pokemon until you find what works best for you.
* Pay attention to type matchups and utilize your team's strengths to your advantage.
* Don't be afraid to use your Pokemon's abilities and items wisely.
Good luck beating Norman and taking on the challenge of Gym 5!