Basic rules of Gen 3 RNG

This is a rough draft!

Everything on this page is a work in progress!

Intro

FRLG provides a helpful tool that's essential for any RNG work. It's one of the best tools you'll get when starting the game. However, vblank can be tricky. Follow these simple tips for a smoother RNG experience!

RNG Methods

For stationary Pokémon: Method 1.
For wild encounters: Method H-1.

Speeding Up RNG Advances

Teachy TV

This item, obtained during the tutorial, can be a game-changer. Using it advances the RNG 313 times faster, allowing you to hit targets millions of advances away in seconds. Get comfortable with it; it will be your ally.

In-Battle

In any Gen 3 game, being in battle speeds up RNG advancement by a factor of two.