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== Summary ==
'''Silver''' (Japanese: '''シルバー''' ''Silver'') is the primary antagonist and rival character in the Generation II games and their remakes. This version of Silver represents a post-game "Master Class" encounter where he has reached Level 100 and integrated Paradox Pokémon into his team.

== Starter Pokémon Dynamics ==
Silver’s choice of Pokémon is determined by the player's initial choice. He will always select the Pokémon that holds a type advantage over the player's starter.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; width: 60%;"
|-
! Player's Starter !! Silver's Starter Pokémon
|-
| '''Chikorita''' || '''Cyndaquil'''
|-
| '''Cyndaquil''' || '''Totodile'''
|-
| '''Totodile''' || '''Chikorita'''
|}

== Final Team (Level 100) ==
In this elite rematch, Silver utilizes a mix of Johto classics and modern powerhouses.

* '''[[Politoed]]''' (Lv. 100)
* '''[[Iron Jugulis]]''' (Lv. 100)
* '''[[Flutter Mane]]''' (Lv. 100)
* '''[[Sneasler]]''' (Lv. 100)
* '''[[Archaludon]]''' (Lv. 100)
* '''[[Starter Pokémon]]''' (Lv. 100)

== Trivia ==
* Silver is the primary rival of the Johto region journey.
* Unlike other rivals, Silver initially treats his Pokémon with cruelty, but his perspective shifts after his defeat at the [[Indigo Plateau]].
* His team now features [[Paradox Pokémon]], suggesting he has traveled to the [[Paldea]] region.

[[Category:Rivals]]
[[Category:Johto]]