"Pokémon Gold," "Silver," and "Crystal" are iconic role-playing games released for the Game Boy Color in the late 1990s. The champion battle versus Lance, who uses a team of powerful Dragon-type Pokémon, is a memorable moment in these games. Here are some interesting facts about this specific battle:
Lance's Team: In Pokémon Gold and Silver, Lance's team consists of three Dragonite, an Aerodactyl, a Charizard, and a Gyarados. In Pokémon Crystal, his team is upgraded, featuring two Dragonite, an Aerodactyl, a Charizard, a Gyarados, and a Kingdra.
Red Gyarados: Before facing Lance, players encounter a shiny Gyarados in the Lake of Rage. This is a scripted event and one of the few instances where players can encounter a shiny Pokémon in the wild. The Red Gyarados becomes a symbol of Team Rocket's activities in the Johto region.
Dragon-type Elite Four: Lance is unique in the Pokémon series as the only Elite Four member and Champion who specializes in Dragon-type Pokémon. This makes him a formidable opponent, as Dragon-types were particularly powerful in the early generations of Pokémon games.
Johto and Kanto Connection: After defeating Lance and becoming the Champion in Johto, players have the opportunity to revisit the Kanto region and challenge the eight Gym Leaders from Pokémon Red and Blue. This connection between Johto and Kanto added depth to the gameplay and was a nostalgic experience for players of the original Pokémon games.
Post-Champion Battle: In Pokémon Crystal, after becoming the Champion and entering the Hall of Fame, players have the chance to face off against Red, the protagonist from the previous games (Pokémon Red, Blue, and Yellow). This battle is challenging and adds an extra layer of excitement to the post-game content.
These elements contribute to the enduring popularity and fond memories players have of the champion battle against Lance in Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal.