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Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen (FRLG)
How to Beat Bruno
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Bruno is the second member of the Elite Four in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen (FRLG). Learn how to beat Bruno, his Pokemon team and specialty, and the recommended Pokemon to use against Bruno!
| Previous Elite Four | Next Elite Four |
|---|---|
| Lorelei | Agatha |
List of Contents
Bruno's Pokemon Team and Types
Type and Suggested Level
| Type Specialty |
|
|---|---|
| Rec. Level | Lv. 56 ~ Lv. 59 |
Bruno's Pokemon
| Pokemon | Type | Abilities | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
 Onix
(Lvl. 51) |
|
・Rock Head ・Sturdy ・Weak Armor |
・Roar
|
 Hitmonchan
(Lvl. 53) |
|
・Keen Eye ・Iron Fist ・Inner Focus |
|
 Hitmonlee
(Lvl. 53) |
|
・Limber ・Reckless ・Unburden |
|
|
Onix
(Lvl. 54) |
|
・Rock Head ・Sturdy ・Weak Armor |
|
 Machamp
(Lvl. 56) |
|
・Guts ・No Guard ・Steadfast |
How to Beat Elite Four Bruno
Use Flying and Psychic Type Pokemon
Bruno specializes in Fighting-type Pokemon, supported by two Onix. His Hitmonchan, Hitmonlee, and Machamp are all weak to Flying- and Psychic-type moves, making those the safest and most consistent options for this battle.
Strong Psychic-type attacks like Psychic can deal heavy damage and often knock out his Fighting-types in one hit if you’re properly leveled.
Use Flying Types With Caution
Be cautious when relying on Flying-types, as several of Bruno’s Pokemon carry Rock Tomb, which can deal super-effective damage and lower your Speed. Make sure your Flying-type can survive a hit or outspeed before committing to the matchup.
Save Your Best Pokemon for Machamp
Machamp is Bruno’s strongest Pokemon at Level 56 and can become dangerous if allowed to use Bulk Up, boosting its Attack and Defense. Once powered up, Cross Chop can hit extremely hard and potentially knock out underleveled team members.
The safest approach is to defeat Machamp quickly with a strong Psychic-type move before it can set up. Enter this fight with your team healed and aim to be at least Level 56 to handle his damage output more comfortably.
Best Team to Beat Elite Four Bruno
Recommended Pokemon to Bring
| Pokemon | Recommended Moves |
|---|---|
 Pidgeot
|
・Fly
・Strong Flying-type STAB easily handles Hitmonlee, Hitmonchan, and Machamp. ・Accessible early in the game and naturally leveled by the time you reach the Elite Four. |
 Alakazam
|
・Psychic can one-shot most of Bruno’s Fighting-types if properly leveled. ・Calm Mind boosts Special Attack to quickly sweep his team before Machamp sets up. |
 Lapras
|
・Surf
・Surf quickly eliminates both Onix thanks to their low Special Defense. ・High HP and Defense allows it to survive Rock Tomb and Earthquake more comfortably. |
You can bring a full party of six Pokemon into the Elite Four battle, but the team shown here focuses on the best counters for Bruno’s lineup.
The remaining slots can be filled with any other strong Pokemon you’ve trained including your starter, but these three are the core picks that make the fight much more manageable.
When Starting with Bulbasaur
 Venusaur
|
Alakazam
Lapras
|
Alakazam handles Hitmonlee, Hitmonchan, and Machamp cleanly with Psychic. Lapras battles both Onix with Surf or Ice Beam. Venusaur can help chip Onix if needed but should avoid Machamp.
When Starting with Charmander
 Charizard
|
Alakazam
Lapras
|
Charizard’s Flying coverage is strong against Bruno’s Fighting-types. Alakazam safely removes Machamp before it sets up Bulk Up. Lapras covers Onix with ease.
When Starting with Squirtle
 Blastoise
|
Alakazam
Pidgeot
|
Blastoise handles both Onix comfortably with Surf while Alakazam is your safest answer to Machamp, then Pidgeot provides additional Flying coverage in case Psychic runs low on PP.
Previous and Next Elite Four
| Previous Elite Four | Next Elite Four |
|---|---|
| Lorelei | Agatha |
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen (FRLG) Related Guides
Walkthrough Guides by Type
| Gym Leader Guides | Elite Four Guide |
All Elite Four Guides
| 1 | Lorelei | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Bruno | ||
| 3 | Agatha | ||
| 4 | Lance | ||
| * | Champion | ||
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