Pokémon Emerald is renowned for its expansive Hoenn region, filled with diverse Pokémon and challenging trainers. One key ability that unlocks a significant portion of the game's exploration is the HM03, Dive. This guide will walk you through exactly how to obtain Dive and what you'll need to use it effectively.
Where to Find the Dive HM in Pokémon Emerald?
You obtain the HM03, Dive, from Steven Stone, a key character in the Pokémon Emerald storyline. This doesn't happen until relatively late in the game, after you've completed a significant portion of the main story.
To get Dive, you must first defeat the seventh gym leader, Wallace, in Sootopolis City. After becoming the champion of the Pokémon League, you'll receive a call from Steven. He'll ask for your help in finding some meteor fragments. You will need to go back to Route 134 and talk to him. This meeting will eventually lead to him giving you the HM03, Dive.
What do I need to use Dive?
To effectively use Dive, you'll need a few things:
- HM03 (Dive): This is the actual move you'll equip your Pokémon with. Remember, HMs are typically assigned to a Pokémon permanently, so choose wisely!
- A Pokémon that can learn HM03: Many Pokémon can learn Dive, but it's crucial that one of your party members can learn it. Make sure to check your Pokémon's move learnsets before you decide which one to use.
- Enough space in your Pokémon's move slots: The Pokemon you pick needs a free move slot to learn the Dive HM.
How Do I Use Dive?
Once you've obtained Dive and equipped a Pokémon with it, you can use it in specific underwater areas throughout the Hoenn region. These are clearly marked on the map, as they are normally identified by a swirling, underwater effect on the map. Dive will allow you to explore these underwater sections, revealing hidden items, rare Pokémon, and even new areas.
Simply select the Dive option from the move menu while you are near the underwater area, and your Pokémon will use the move to dive underwater. To resurface, just select Dive again.
What are the benefits of using Dive?
Using Dive opens up a whole new level of exploration in Pokémon Emerald:
- Access to hidden areas: Many secret locations, items, and Pokémon are only accessible by using Dive.
- Catching rare Pokémon: Some Pokémon only appear in the underwater areas accessible through Dive.
- Completing the Pokédex: Dive is essential for filling out your Pokédex with some of the more elusive aquatic Pokémon.
Can I remove Dive from my Pokémon later?
Unfortunately, you can't remove HMs once they've been learned by a Pokémon. This means the Pokémon you assign Dive to will permanently have that move until you start a new game. Strategic Pokémon selection before teaching Dive is essential.
What other HMs are there in Pokemon Emerald?
Pokémon Emerald features several other HMs, each unlocking different aspects of the game's world. Each HM serves a unique purpose, making them vital tools for exploration and puzzle-solving.
This comprehensive guide should equip you with all the knowledge you need to successfully obtain and utilize Dive in Pokémon Emerald. Happy exploring!
