How did nuzlocke get its name?

Franco documented his quest in webcomic that he originally called “Pokémon: Hard-Mode,” but fans started referring to his rules as the Nuzlocke Challenge. (The origins of the name are a bizarre amalgam of Nuzleaf, a small, leafy Pokémon, and the character John Locke from the television show Lost.

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2023-03-26 09:04:41

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Can i revive one pokémon in a nuzlocke?
What happens if your Pokémon dies in Nuzlocke? If a Pokemon faints, it's considered dead. You cannot revive it through a Pokemon Center or items. If all your Pokemon faint, it's game over.
2024-01-01 08:56:58

Are repeat pokémon allowed in nuzlocke?
If the first Pokemon on a route is a repeat of one you already have then you can keep looking and take the next Pokemon.
2023-10-12 16:21:47

Can you grind nuzlocke?
If you want to avoid having to redo the beginning couple hours of these games, you have to grind to ensure your team is strong enough to stop you whiting out and losing the Nuzlocke.
2023-07-19 20:35:15

Is nuzlocke a hack?
The Pokemon Company considers Nuzlocke runs to be “on the same level as” ROM hacks, according to a pair of former employees at Nintendo of America. The workers in question were apparently prevented from taking part in any such runs during their long tenure.
2023-06-20 03:33:24

Can i heal my pokémon in a nuzlocke?
The player's Starter Pokémon must be released after the first wild Pokémon is caught. Potions and status-healing items may not be used, so the player may only use Pokémon Centers for healing. Or, Pokémon Centers may not be used, meaning only Potions and items may be used for healing.
2023-05-21 23:09:04

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