: Every Pokémon must be nicknamed to foster a stronger emotional connection and make losses more impactful. The "Randomizer" Twist
: You may only catch the very first wild Pokémon you encounter in each new area. If it faints or you fail to catch it, you get no second chances for that route. Pokemon Randomizer Nuzlocke
: A Pokémon might have an ability it never usually possesses (e.g., a Fire-type with Water Absorb) or start with high-damage moves typically learned at much higher levels. : Every Pokémon must be nicknamed to foster
A randomizer uses a program (like the Universal Pokemon Randomizer ) to shuffle various game elements. Common settings include: you must follow three foundational rules:
To play a Nuzlocke, you must follow three foundational rules: