Why do people suggest using Graveler/Golem over Sudowoodo for GSC playthroughs?

Apr. 6, 2021

I have used Sudowoodo in my Crystal playthrough and I didn’t have a problem with it.

Pleaselog inorregisterto add a comment.

A lot of Geodude’s value comes in having favorable matchups against all of the first three gym leaders, where you won’t be able to get Sudowoodo early enough to contribute in those battles at all. Having Ground as an extra type also means you can dominate the Magnemites that appear on Jasmine’s team as well as the rival’s.

Ok, so let’s see these Pokemon. (I will be using the original gsc, if you want hgss I can do that)

Sudowoodo:Excellent DefenseExcellent OffenseDecent HPDecent Special DefenseAlright Stab in Rock SlideAmazing Ground Coverage with EarthquakeHorrible SpeedNot much else coverage that is physical

Golem:

Excellent DefenseExcellent OffenseDecent Special DefenseDecent HPVery good Stab with Earthquake.Not the best movepoolRock throw isn’t very good stabNot much coverage again

I still would say that golem is better. However, if you can’t trade choose sudowoodo ANY day