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Erika, Celadon City Gym

Erika is the fourth gym leader in Pokémon Red, in Celadon City. Erika uses Grass-type Pokémon: Victreebel (Lv 29), Tangela (Lv 24), and Vileplume (Lv 29). Beat Erika for the Rainbow Badge, which lets you use STRENGTH outside battle, and TM21 Mega Drain. Best counters: Fire, Ice, and Flying moves.

Erika's team

PokémonLevelTypeMoves
Victreebel pixel-art sprite Victreebel29Grass PoisonAcid, Razor Leaf, Wrap, Poison Powder
Tangela pixel-art sprite Tangela24GrassConstrict, Bind
Vileplume pixel-art sprite Vileplume29Grass PoisonSleep Powder, Acid, Petal Dance, Poison Powder

How to beat Erika

Erika's strongest Pokémon is level 29, so aim for a team around level 31–34. Fire, Ice, and Flying moves are super effective against most of the team. Victreebel is weak to Fire, Ice, Flying, Psychic, and Bug. Tangela is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug. Vileplume is weak to Fire, Ice, Flying, Psychic, and Bug.

Rewards

Previous gym: Lt. Surge. Next gym: Koga. The gym is in Celadon City.

Frequently asked questions

What level is Erika in Pokémon Red?

Erika's Pokémon are level 24 to 29.

What type is Erika's gym?

Grass. Erika uses Victreebel, Tangela, and Vileplume.

How do you beat Erika?

Use Fire, Ice, and Flying moves and bring Pokémon around level 32.

What do you get for beating Erika?

The Rainbow Badge (lets you use STRENGTH outside battle) and TM21 Mega Drain.