What To Do After Defeating Nemona in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

You’ve triumphed over your spirited rival, Nemona, in the final battle of the Victory Road storyline! Congratulations, Trainer! But the adventure in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet doesn’t end there. This pivotal moment opens up a wealth of post-game content and challenges that will keep you exploring the Paldea region for hours to come. So, what exactly should you do after you’ve bested Nemona? Here’s a comprehensive guide to what awaits you.

After your hard-fought battle with Nemona, you’ll find yourself back in your dorm room at the academy. This signifies the official conclusion of the Victory Road questline. The primary focus then shifts towards completing the main storyline, if it isn’t already done. If you still haven’t completed the Path of Legends or Starfall Street stories, now is a good time to complete those as each adds to the main story. If you’ve finished all three main story paths, your next step will be to pursue The Way Home storyline. This involves delving into the mysterious Zero Gate.

Beyond the main story, there’s a diverse range of activities to engage in, from battling powerful trainers to catching rare Pokémon. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect:

• Complete The Way Home Storyline: This final leg of the main story takes you to Area Zero and will reveal a new part of the map to explore and new powerful Pokemon.
• Academy Ace Tournament: Test your skills against the best trainers in the region in this elimination-style tournament held at the academy. This is a great way to practice and refine your team.
• High-Level Tera Raids: Engage in challenging Tera Raid Battles, including the coveted 7-star Tera Raids. These raids feature powerful Pokémon with unique Tera Types and are a great way to get rare Pokémon and items.
• Legendary Pokémon Hunting: Embark on a quest to catch additional legendary Pokémon, including the box legendary you did not chose at the start of the game.
• Completing the Pokédex: Focus on capturing every Pokémon in the Paldea region. This will allow you to see a new ending to the game.
• Rematch Gym Leaders: Challenge the Gym Leaders to a rematch with higher-leveled Pokémon and more potent strategies.
• Explore Area Zero: With its unique ecosystem and high-level Pokémon, Area Zero presents a whole new layer of exploration and battles.
• Breeding and Training: Start your perfect Pokemon. Focus on breeding and training your perfect team for battling or simply collecting.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some frequently asked questions to further guide you after defeating Nemona and reaching the end-game content in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet:

Post-Nemona Battle Questions

1. Where can I find Nemona after beating her the last time in the Victory Road story?

After you’ve finished the Victory Road storyline, you can find Nemona waiting for you in the central plaza of Mesagoza. She will be eager for another battle.

2. Can I fight Nemona again after the Victory Road storyline?

Yes, you can battle Nemona again! After completing the Victory Road Story, she can be found at Mesagoza and you can battle her. You can also fight her as an opponent in the Academy Ace Tournament and in gym rematches.

3. What is Nemona’s final team and what are their weaknesses?

Nemona’s final team consists of Lycanroc (Rock), Goodra (Dragon), Pawmot (Electric/Fighting), Orthworm (Steel), Dudunsparce (Normal), and her two starter Pokémon, Meowscarada (Grass/Dark with Grass Tera Type) or Skeledirge (Fire/Ghost with Fire Tera Type) depending on which Pokemon you chose at the start of the game. Pawmot, a key threat, is weak to Fairy, Ground, and Psychic types.

4. What are some good Pokémon types to use against Nemona’s team?

To effectively counter Nemona’s team, consider using Fighting, Water, Grass, Fairy, Psychic, Ice, Fire, and Ground-type Pokémon. Having a diverse team that can exploit her team’s various weaknesses is key.

5. Is Nemona considered a hard trainer to beat?

Nemona is a formidable trainer but not the most difficult in the game. While she is your rival and battles you regularly, she often goes easy on you. Her final battle requires a well-rounded team and a strategic approach, but it shouldn’t be insurmountable.

Post-Game Content and Challenges

6. How do I unlock 7-Star Tera Raids?

To unlock 7-star Tera Raids, you must complete the main story, including The Way Home, finish all post-game Gym Leader rematches, and then beat a number of 5-star Tera Raids. These raids are available only during special in-game events.

7. What is the Academy Ace Tournament and how do I participate?

The Academy Ace Tournament is an elimination tournament that you can access after completing the main story and gym leader rematches. It is organized by Director Clavell and allows you to battle various trainers in the academy.

8. Where can I find the legendary Pokémon after beating the main story?

After completing the main story, you can start looking for and catching the second legendary Pokemon you did not choose at the beginning of the game. You can also find the other Paradox Legendary Pokemon in Area Zero.

9. Can I solo 5-star or 6-star Tera Raids?

Yes, it is possible to solo 5-star and 6-star Tera Raids, but it can be very challenging and require high leveled Pokemon with proper stats and abilities. Using strong Pokemon with the proper Tera Type is a strategy that many trainers are able to use to beat raids alone.

10. What is the hardest battle in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?

Many players consider the final battle with AI Sada or AI Turo to be the hardest, due to the powerful Pokemon they use. However, battles against Elite Four members and other trainers during the story are also challenging and can be difficult to beat.

Other Questions

11. Can I continue playing Pokémon Scarlet or Violet after beating the main story?

Yes! Pokémon Scarlet and Violet have an extensive post-game, which includes the tournament, rematches, legendary hunts, and the pursuit of a complete Pokédex.

12. What happens if I get stuck in the game?

If you find yourself stuck in unusual terrain, the game will usually attempt to relocate you nearby. If that fails, you may be teleported to the nearest Pokémon Center. If that doesn’t work, you can always restart the game.

13. How many endings does Pokemon Scarlet and Violet have?

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet has multiple endings depending on how far you get through the story. There is an ending after each of the main storylines are completed and another that appears after you complete the Pokedex.

14. Is Mewtwo in Pokemon Violet?

Mewtwo is available in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet as a limited-time 7-star Tera Raid event. Defeating it in the raid will grant you the opportunity to catch it.

15. What are some of the rarest Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?

Some of the rarest Pokémon include Shiny versions, Walking Wake, Iron Leaves, Antique Sinistea, Gholdengo, Family of 3 Maushold, and the paradox Pokémon from the other version. The starter Pokémon, Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly can also be difficult to obtain, depending on your game version.

Conclusion

Defeating Nemona marks the end of one journey and the beginning of another. There is a lot more to explore and do in the Paldea region in the end game. The journey is far from over! Use this guide to navigate the world of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet after defeating your rival, and prepare to continue your adventure. Happy training!