Why Won’t Traded Pokémon Obey You?
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Traded Pokémon won’t obey you because they require a certain level of trust and respect, which is earned by collecting Gym Badges. The number of Badges you have determines the maximum level of traded Pokémon that will obey you, with higher-level Pokémon requiring more Badges.
Understanding Pokémon Obedience
To delve deeper into the world of Pokémon obedience, it’s essential to consider various factors, including the level of the Pokémon, the number of Gym Badges earned, and the method of obtaining the Pokémon.
Factors Affecting Obedience
Several factors influence a traded Pokémon’s willingness to obey, including its level, the number of Gym Badges you’ve collected, and whether it was caught or traded.
Frequent Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some frequently asked questions about Pokémon obedience:
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Q: How do I fix Pokémon that won’t obey? A: To fix Pokémon that won’t obey, you need to earn more Gym Badges, as the number of Badges you have determines the maximum level of traded Pokémon that will obey you.
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Q: Can non-outsider Pokémon disobey? A: No, Pokémon that you’ve caught directly in your game will never disobey you, regardless of their level.
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Q: Why won’t my Pokémon listen to me in Pearl? A: Traded Pokémon will start disobeying until you have a certain number of Gym Badges, which increases the level limit of Pokémon that will obey you.
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Q: How do you make traded Pokémon obey in Platinum? A: Traded Pokémon won’t obey you unless you have enough Badges, with the level limit increasing by 20 for every two Badges earned.
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Q: Why are my traded Pokémon not obeying me in Fire Red? A: Traded Pokémon will stop obeying you if they reach a certain level and you don’t have enough Badges, so you need to earn more Badges to increase the level limit.
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Q: How do I get my Pokémon to obey me? A: To get a Pokémon to obey you, you must earn the corresponding Gym Badge that allows Pokémon of its level or lower to obey you.
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Q: What level do traded Pokémon stop obeying? A: The level at which traded Pokémon stop obeying depends on the number of Gym Badges you have, with higher-level Pokémon requiring more Badges.
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Q: Why won’t my Pokémon obey me in Platinum? A: The happiness of a traded Pokémon affects its willingness to obey, but it will still not fully obey you until you get enough Badges for its level.
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Q: What level Pokémon will obey you with 4 Badges? A: With 4 Badges, Pokémon up to level 40 will obey you.
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Q: Why is my Pokémon disobedient? A: A traded Pokémon will become disobedient if its level exceeds the limit allowed by the number of Gym Badges you have.
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Q: Why do some Pokémon ignore you? A: A Pokémon will ignore you if its level is higher than the limit allowed by the number of Gym Badges you have, and it was not caught by you.
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Q: Can some Pokémon not be caught? A: Yes, some Pokémon are considered uncatchable if they require hacks or third-party programs to access.
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Q: Why are my traded Pokémon not listening in Scarlet? A: Badge Obedience is tracked based on the level you obtained the Pokémon, and a traded Pokémon above level 20 will not listen to you until you obtain your first Badge.
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Q: Why won’t my starter Pokémon obey me? A: As long as you are the Original Trainer of a Pokémon, it will always obey you, even if traded and traded back.
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Q: How do I get a level 100 Pokémon to obey me? A: To get a level 100 Pokémon to obey you, you need to earn all 8 Gym Badges, which allows Pokémon of any level to obey you.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Pokémon obedience is a complex system that depends on various factors, including the level of the Pokémon, the number of Gym Badges earned, and the method of obtaining the Pokémon. By understanding these factors and earning the required Badges, you can ensure that your traded Pokémon obey you and become a successful Pokémon trainer.