Pokemon Let’s Go: Helix or Dome Fossil?

Pokémon Let’s Go mirrors the original story of Pokémon Red and Blue and even gives players the option to choose between the Helix Fossil and Dome Fossil on their journey through Moon Mountain. For those unfamiliar with the two choices, here is a quick guide on how to make the best decision.

Players will encounter Mt. Moon as their first lair after defeating Brock, the Rock-type Gym Leader in Pewter City.

On their way through the cave, players will eventually come across a scientist blocking their path. He will challenge the player to a fight after claiming two unique fossils by emitting a Voltorb and a Magnemite. Once the player defeats the scientist, he reluctantly offers the player either a Dome or a Helix Fossil for them to choose whichever they prefer.

Players can approach the fossil of their choice to collect it, but it’s important to note that once players have made their choice, they can no longer obtain the other fossil if they venture through the game.

Each fossil can be revived into a Pokémon at the museum in Pewter City. That Dome Fossil yields to Kabuto while the Helix fossil holds Omanytes.

Both Pokémon are Water/Stone Pokémon, however Kabuto and its evolution Kabutops are faster and have stronger physical attacks than Omanyte and its evolution Omastar. Omastar makes up for its weaknesses with higher Physical Defense, HP, and Special Attacks.

Ultimately, it’s up to the player to decide which Pokémon to choose. For those looking for a powerful addition to the team, Omastar might be a better choice for taking advantage of most water moves’ special attacks. However, according to many people, Kabutops looks the coolest.

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