Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP)

All Rival Barry Battle Locations and Pokemon

List of All Rival Battle Locations and Pokemon BDSP
This guide shows the list of rival battles in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP). Read on to learn your rival's location, which Pokemon your rival has, as well as the rewards you get after each battle.

Rival Barry Guides
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Your Rival (Barry)

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Your childhood friend. He sets off on his journey at the same time as you and hones his skills as a Pokémon Trainer through your friendly rivalry.
Source: Pokemon Official Site

Rival's First Set of Pokemon

If you picked Turtwig as your Starter Pokemon
Pokemon Fire Type Icon
Pokemon BDSP ChimcharChimchar
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Pokemon Flying Type Icon
Pokemon BDSP StarlyStarly
If you picked Chimchar as your Starter Pokemon
Pokemon Water Type Icon
Pokemon BDSP PiplupPiplup
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Pokemon Flying Type Icon
Pokemon BDSP StarlyStarly
If you picked Piplup as your Starter Pokemon
Pokemon Grass Type Icon
Pokemon BDSP TurtwigTurtwig
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Pokemon Flying Type Icon
Pokemon BDSP StarlyStarly

List of Rival Battle Locations and Pokemon

1st Battle - Route 203

You will first encounter your rival here on Route 203. Your rival will approach and challenge you to a Pokemon battle once you set foot on this route.

Pokemon Type Ability / Item Moves
Pokemon BDSP StarlyStarly
(Lvl. 7)
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Pokemon Flying Type Icon Keen Eye Tackle
Quick Attack
Growl
Turtwig Starter
Chimchar Starter
Piplup Starter
Pokemon BDSP ChimcharChimchar
(Lvl. 9)
Pokemon Fire Type Icon Blaze Scratch
Leer
Pokemon BDSP PiplupPiplup
(Lvl. 9)
Pokemon Water Type Icon Torrent Pound
Growl

2nd Battle - Hearthome City

The 2nd rival battle takes place here in Hearthome City. After visiting the Contest Hall, travel south of this city, and you'll find your rival waiting for you.

Pokemon Type Ability / Item Moves
Pokemon BDSP StarlyStarly
(Lvl. 19)
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Pokemon Flying Type Icon Keen Eye Quick Attack
Double Team
Endeavor
Pluck

3rd Battle - Pastoria City

After challenging Gym Leader Wake here in Pastoria City, visit the gate near the Great Marsh building. Once there, talk to the Galactic Grunt. Then, your rival will arrive and challenge you in a Pokemon battle for the 3rd time.

Pokemon Type Ability / Item Moves
Pokemon BDSP StarlyStarly
(Lvl. 26)
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Pokemon Flying Type Icon Keen Eye
Quick Claw
Quick Attack
Double Team
Endeavor
Pluck

4th Battle - Canalave City

The 4th rival battle is available in Canalave City. Go across the bridge, and your rival will meet you there.

Pokemon Type Ability / Item Moves
Pokemon BDSP StaraviaStaravia
(Lvl. 32)
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Pokemon Flying Type Icon Intimidate
Quick Claw
Quick Attack
Double Team
Endeavor
Pluck
Pokemon BDSP HeracrossHeracross
(Lvl. 32)
Pokemon Bug Type Icon Pokemon Fighting Type Icon Swarm Leer
Aerial Ace
Brick Break
Thief

5th Battle - Pokemon League

You'll encounter your rival for the 5th time in Pokemon League. After approaching the trainer in front of the doorway, your rival will arrive and challenge you in a Pokemon battle.

Pokemon Type Ability / Item Moves
Pokemon BDSP StaraptorStaraptor
(Lvl. 49)
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Pokemon Flying Type Icon Intimidate
Focus Sash
Close Combat
Pluck
Sunny Day
U-turn
Pokemon BDSP HeracrossHeracross
(Lvl. 51)
Pokemon Bug Type Icon Pokemon Fighting Type Icon Swarm Pin Missile
Swords Dance
Rock Slide
Thief
Pokemon BDSP SnorlaxSnorlax
(Lvl. 52)
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Thick Fat Covet
Yawn
Crunch
High Horsepower

Weekend Battle: Fight Area

The weekend battle is only accessible during weekends. However, you don't need to wait for weekends; change the system date of your Nintendo Switch through settings, and it will reflect on the game as well. To participate in the weekend battle, visit the Fight Area and travel northeast. You'll find your rival waiting for you outside the gate.

Pokemon Type Ability / Item Moves
Pokemon BDSP StaraptorStaraptor
(Lvl. 58)
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Pokemon Flying Type Icon Intimidate
Focus Sash
Close Combat
Pluck
Sunny Day
U-turn
Pokemon BDSP HeracrossHeracross
(Lvl. 60)
Pokemon Bug Type Icon Pokemon Fighting Type Icon Swarm Megahorn
Swords Dance
Rock Slide
Close Combat
Pokemon BDSP SnorlaxSnorlax
(Lvl. 60)
Pokemon Normal Type Icon Thick Fat Covet
Yawn
Crunch
High Horsepower

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