What are the Elite Four and Champion teams in Pokémon Yellow Legacy?
The Pokémon Yellow Legacy Elite Four are Lorelei, Bruno, Agatha, and Lance, followed by the Champion battle against your rival. Lorelei uses Ice and Water-types, Bruno uses Fighting-types with Onix support, Agatha uses Ghost/Poison-style threats plus Marowak, and Lance uses Dragon and Flying-heavy Pokémon. The final Champion team changes depending on your rival’s Eevee evolution path, ending with Jolteon, Flareon, or Vaporeon at level 65.
Pokémon Yellow Legacy is meant to preserve the original Gen 1 feeling while improving balance, quality of life, trainer difficulty, Pokémon availability, and team-building options. Its README also says boss fights are harder and designed to counter players who try to sweep with one super-effective Pokémon.
Quick Answer: Pokémon Yellow Legacy Elite Four Teams
| Fight | Trainer | Theme | Levels | Biggest Threats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Four 1 | Lorelei | Ice / Water | 55–57 | Slowbro, Cloyster, Jynx, Lapras |
| Elite Four 2 | Bruno | Fighting | 56–58 | Hitmonchan, Hitmonlee, Poliwrath, Machamp |
| Elite Four 3 | Agatha | Ghost / Poison | 57–59 | Gengar, Golbat, Arbok, Marowak |
| Elite Four 4 | Lance | Dragon / Flying | 60–62 | Dragonite, Gyarados, Charizard, Aerodactyl |
| Champion | Rival | Mixed | 60–65 | Alakazam, Eeveelution ace, and version-dependent coverage |
This guide is based on the current public Yellow Legacy trainer party data from the official GitHub source and the Pokémon Legacy documentation hub, which lists Yellow Legacy’s current patch as v1.0.10 and links the trainer team documentation as the comprehensive source for Pokémon and movesets.
Boss Rules
Pokémon Yellow Legacy’s League is still a classic Kanto five-fight gauntlet. You battle Lorelei, Bruno, Agatha, Lance, and then the Champion without leaving to heal at a Pokémon Center. Stock up before entering and make sure your main attacking moves have enough PP.
The biggest thing to remember is that Yellow Legacy still feels like Gen 1. The README says the hack keeps core first-generation mechanics such as sleep behavior, Speed-based critical hits, and the power of trapping moves like Wrap and Fire Spin. That means fast Pokémon are still dangerous, status is still brutal, and you should not plan like this is a modern Pokémon game with Dark, Steel, Fairy, abilities, or held items.
Yellow Legacy also raises the difficulty compared to normal Pokémon Yellow. Major trainers are built so you cannot always sweep with one obvious counter, and the Elite Four teams reflect that. Lorelei is not only Ice, Bruno is not only Fighting, Agatha is not only Ghost, Lance is not only Dragon, and the Champion’s team changes depending on your rival’s Eevee path.
Level Caps
For a first clear, prepare around level 60–65. Lorelei starts in the mid-50s, Lance reaches level 62, and the Champion’s Eeveelution ace reaches level 65.
| Fight | Highest Listed Level | Practical Level Cap |
|---|---|---|
| Lorelei | 57 | 57 |
| Bruno | 58 | 58 |
| Agatha | 59 | 59 |
| Lance | 62 | 62 |
| Champion Rival | 65 | 65 |
If you are playing casually, a balanced team in the low-to-mid 60s is a comfortable target. If you are playing with Nuzlocke-style level caps, use each trainer’s highest listed Pokémon as the cap.
Boss Team
Elite Four Lorelei Team
Lorelei is the first Elite Four member. Her Yellow Legacy team is Slowbro, Cloyster, Dewgong, Jynx, and Lapras. The official trainer party data lists her team from level 55 to 57, with Lapras as the level 57 ace.
| Pokémon | Type | Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slowbro | Water / Psychic | 56 | Bulky Water/Psychic lead |
| Cloyster | Water / Ice | 55 | Physically bulky Ice/Water threat |
| Dewgong | Water / Ice | 55 | Water/Ice matchup |
| Jynx | Ice / Psychic | 56 | Fast special attacker |
| Lapras | Water / Ice | 57 | Lorelei’s ace |
Electric coverage is the safest overall answer because it hits Slowbro, Cloyster, Dewgong, and Lapras. Fighting coverage also helps against the Ice-types, but it does not solve Slowbro or Jynx cleanly.
Do not bring only one Electric-type and assume the fight is over. Lorelei’s team has enough bulk to survive weak hits, and Jynx can be dangerous if your team is slow or statused. A strong physical attacker can help with Jynx, while Electric and Fighting coverage handle most of the rest.
Elite Four Bruno Team
Bruno is the second Elite Four member. His Yellow Legacy team is Hitmonchan, Poliwrath, Hitmonlee, Onix, and Machamp. The official trainer data lists his team from level 56 to 58, with Machamp as the level 58 ace.
| Pokémon | Type | Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitmonchan | Fighting | 57 | Fighting-type attacker |
| Poliwrath | Water / Fighting | 56 | Fighting-type with Water typing |
| Hitmonlee | Fighting | 57 | Fast physical Fighting threat |
| Onix | Rock / Ground | 56 | Physical wall and matchup check |
| Machamp | Fighting | 58 | Bruno’s ace |
Psychic and Flying coverage are the obvious answers to Bruno, but Poliwrath and Onix prevent a single-plan sweep. Psychic handles most of the Fighting-types well, while Electric or Grass helps against Poliwrath. Water or Grass coverage handles Onix.
The main danger is reaching Machamp with your Psychic or Flying answer already weakened. Keep one strong answer healthy, and do not waste too much PP if you have a clean matchup earlier in the fight.
Elite Four Agatha Team
Agatha is the third Elite Four member. Her Yellow Legacy team is Gengar, Golbat, Marowak, Arbok, and a second Gengar. The official trainer data lists her team from level 57 to 59, with the second Gengar as the level 59 ace.
| Pokémon | Type | Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gengar | Ghost / Poison | 57 | Fast Ghost/Poison threat |
| Golbat | Poison / Flying | 58 | Fast Poison/Flying threat |
| Marowak | Ground | 57 | New Ground-type wrinkle |
| Arbok | Poison | 58 | Poison-type attacker |
| Gengar | Ghost / Poison | 59 | Agatha’s ace |
Agatha is one of the easiest fights to underestimate if you only think “Ghost.” In Gen 1-style Kanto, her Ghost-types are also Poison-types, which makes Psychic coverage extremely valuable. Psychic also helps against Golbat and Arbok.
Marowak is the main team-building wrinkle. It does not care about Psychic the same way the Poison-types do, so bring Water, Grass, or Ice coverage for it. Electric also helps against Golbat, but it does nothing to Marowak.
Status healing is important here. Agatha-style fights can get messy if your best attacker gets confused, slept, or chipped down before the final Gengar.
Elite Four Lance Team
Lance is the fourth Elite Four member. His Yellow Legacy team is Dragonite, Gyarados, Charizard, Aerodactyl, and a second Dragonite. The official trainer data lists his team from level 60 to 62, with the final Dragonite as the level 62 ace.
| Pokémon | Type | Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragonite | Dragon / Flying | 61 | Dragon/Flying threat |
| Gyarados | Water / Flying | 60 | 4x weak to Electric |
| Charizard | Fire / Flying | 60 | Weak to Electric, Rock, and Water |
| Aerodactyl | Rock / Flying | 61 | Fast Rock/Flying threat |
| Dragonite | Dragon / Flying | 62 | Lance’s ace |
Ice coverage is the most important tool for Lance. Both Dragonite are 4x weak to Ice, and you do not want to fight the level 62 Dragonite without a reliable answer.
Electric coverage is also excellent because it destroys Gyarados and helps against Charizard and Aerodactyl. Water coverage can help with Charizard and Aerodactyl, while Rock coverage is useful if you have it.
The big rule is simple: save PP for Lance. If your only Ice move is nearly empty when you arrive, the Champion stretch gets much harder.
Champion Rival Team
The final Champion battle changes depending on your rival’s Eevee evolution path. The official trainer data lists three Champion teams, each ending with a level 65 Jolteon, Flareon, or Vaporeon.
| Rival Ace | Champion Team |
|---|---|
| Jolteon | Alakazam Lv. 63, Rhydon Lv. 60, Gyarados Lv. 61, Arcanine Lv. 63, Exeggutor Lv. 62, Jolteon Lv. 65 |
| Flareon | Magneton Lv. 62, Dodrio Lv. 61, Alakazam Lv. 63, Sandslash Lv. 60, Cloyster Lv. 62, Flareon Lv. 65 |
| Vaporeon | Machamp Lv. 60, Pidgeot Lv. 61, Ninetales Lv. 62, Victreebel Lv. 62, Alakazam Lv. 63, Vaporeon Lv. 65 |
All three teams have different problems, but Alakazam is the shared threat. In Gen 1-style games, Alakazam is fast and hits hard from the special side. Strong physical attackers, paralysis, and careful switching are usually better than trying to out-special it.
If your rival has Jolteon, bring Ground coverage and keep an answer for Gyarados and Arcanine. If your rival has Flareon, bring Ground or Water coverage for Flareon and Magneton, plus Electric for Dodrio and Cloyster. If your rival has Vaporeon, bring Electric or Grass coverage for Vaporeon, Psychic or Flying for Machamp and Victreebel, and Water or Rock coverage for Ninetales.
The Champion is a mixed-team fight, so do not spend everything getting through Lance. You still need answers for Psychic, Water, Electric, Fire, Flying, Grass, and Ground matchups depending on the rival path.
Rematch Teams
Yellow Legacy also includes higher-level rematches. The source data lists rematch teams for the Elite Four and the Champion, with Lorelei reaching level 72, Bruno and Agatha reaching level 73, Lance reaching level 75, and the Champion rematch reaching level 77.
| Rematch Fight | Highest Level | Notable Team Members |
|---|---|---|
| Lorelei | 72 | Wigglytuff, Starmie, Cloyster, Omastar, Exeggutor, Lapras |
| Bruno | 73 | Clefable, Muk, Slowbro, Hitmonlee, Rhydon, Machamp |
| Agatha | 73 | Jynx, Gyarados, Alakazam, Venusaur, Arbok, Gengar |
| Lance | 75 | Arcanine, Electabuzz, Snorlax, Charizard, Kangaskhan, Dragonite |
| Champion Rival | 77 | Alakazam, Machamp, Gyarados, Pidgeot, Exeggutor, Arcanine |
This article focuses on the first League clear. The rematches are more mixed and deserve their own guide if you want a full post-game boss prep article.
Best Counters
| Fight | Best Counters |
|---|---|
| Lorelei | Electric, Fighting, strong physical pressure for Jynx |
| Bruno | Psychic, Flying, Electric/Grass for Poliwrath, Water/Grass for Onix |
| Agatha | Psychic, Electric for Golbat, Water/Grass/Ice for Marowak, status healing |
| Lance | Ice, Electric, Rock, Water, fast revenge killers |
| Champion Jolteon path | Ground for Jolteon, Electric for Gyarados, Water/Grass for Rhydon |
| Champion Flareon path | Ground/Water for Flareon and Magneton, Electric for Dodrio and Cloyster |
| Champion Vaporeon path | Electric/Grass for Vaporeon, Psychic/Flying for Machamp and Victreebel |
The best overall coverage types for the Pokémon Yellow Legacy Elite Four are Electric, Ice, Psychic, Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, Rock, and Flying. You do not need a separate Pokémon for each type, but your final team should cover most of those jobs somewhere.
Strategy Tips
Do not play this like modern Pokémon. Yellow Legacy keeps the first-generation feel, so speed, critical hits, sleep, trapping moves, and special bulk matter a lot more than they do in later games.
Bring Electric coverage. It helps against Lorelei, Lance’s Gyarados, Lance’s Charizard and Aerodactyl, and several Champion variants.
Bring Ice coverage for Lance. Dragonite is the biggest reason to have Ice Beam, Blizzard, or another reliable Ice option.
Bring Psychic coverage for Bruno and Agatha. Psychic is one of the best types in Gen 1-style Kanto, and it is especially useful into Poison and Fighting-heavy fights.
Do not ignore the Champion’s Eeveelution. Jolteon, Flareon, and Vaporeon ask for different answers, so check which path your rival is on before finalizing your team.
Keep a physical attacker for Jynx and Alakazam. Special walls and special attackers matter, but some of the scariest Psychic-types are better handled by strong physical damage and paralysis support.
Save before the League and check your version. The current release page says to back up your save before updating and to patch a clean Yellow ROM if updating from the IPS patch. It also lists the expected clean Yellow base ROM hash and patched ROM hash for v1.0.10, which is useful for verifying that your setup is correct.
Recommended Team
A safe Pokémon Yellow Legacy Elite Four team should be built around coverage roles, not just favorite Pokémon.
| Team Slot | Role | Why It Helps |
|---|---|---|
| Electric attacker | Handles Lorelei, Lance’s Gyarados, and several Champion threats | One of the best League coverage types |
| Ice coverage user | Handles Lance’s Dragonite | Essential for the fourth Elite Four fight |
| Psychic attacker | Handles Bruno and Agatha | Very strong in Gen 1-style battles |
| Water or Grass attacker | Handles Onix, Rhydon, Marowak, Sandslash, and Water/Ground-style threats | Useful across Bruno, Agatha, and Champion |
| Fighting or strong physical attacker | Helps against Lorelei’s Ice-types and Champion’s Normal/Rock/Ice targets | Gives non-special pressure |
| Flexible bulky slot | Takes hits, spreads paralysis, or covers your rival’s Eeveelution path | Helps survive the full gauntlet |
A practical team should have at least one Electric move, one Ice move, one Psychic move, one Water or Grass move, one Ground or Fighting move, and one Pokémon that can safely take hits while you heal or pivot.
You can win with plenty of different teams because Yellow Legacy improves Pokémon availability and gives more Pokémon useful niches. The key is not finding one perfect team. The key is having answers for Lorelei’s bulky Water/Ice core, Bruno’s Fighting-types, Agatha’s Poison/Ghost pressure, Lance’s Dragonite, and your rival’s final Eeveelution.
FAQ
Who are the Elite Four in Pokémon Yellow Legacy?
The Elite Four are Lorelei, Bruno, Agatha, and Lance. After beating all four, you fight your rival as the Champion.
What level should I be for the Pokémon Yellow Legacy Elite Four?
For the first clear, prepare around level 60–65. Lorelei’s ace is level 57, Bruno’s ace is level 58, Agatha’s ace is level 59, Lance’s final Dragonite is level 62, and the Champion’s Eeveelution ace is level 65.
What is Lorelei’s team in Pokémon Yellow Legacy?
Lorelei uses Slowbro, Cloyster, Dewgong, Jynx, and Lapras. Her team ranges from level 55 to 57.
What is Bruno’s team in Pokémon Yellow Legacy?
Bruno uses Hitmonchan, Poliwrath, Hitmonlee, Onix, and Machamp. His team ranges from level 56 to 58.
What is Agatha’s team in Pokémon Yellow Legacy?
Agatha uses Gengar, Golbat, Marowak, Arbok, and Gengar. Her team ranges from level 57 to 59.
What is Lance’s team in Pokémon Yellow Legacy?
Lance uses Dragonite, Gyarados, Charizard, Aerodactyl, and Dragonite. His team ranges from level 60 to 62.
What is the Champion team in Pokémon Yellow Legacy?
The Champion team depends on your rival’s Eevee evolution. The final ace is either Jolteon, Flareon, or Vaporeon at level 65.
What is the best type for the Pokémon Yellow Legacy Elite Four?
Electric is one of the best overall coverage types because it helps against Lorelei, Lance’s Gyarados, Charizard, and Aerodactyl, and parts of the Champion fight. Ice is essential for Lance, and Psychic is excellent against Bruno and Agatha.
Does Pokémon Yellow Legacy have Elite Four rematches?
Yes. The source data includes rematch teams for Lorelei, Bruno, Agatha, Lance, and the Champion at higher levels. Lance’s rematch reaches level 75, and the Champion rematch reaches level 77.
Does this guide apply to every version of Yellow Legacy?
This guide is based on the current public v1.0.10-era source and documentation. Check the official documentation, trainer team doc, and your exact patch version before using it for a strict Nuzlocke or final published update.
