How to Get Zarude in Pokémon Dreamstone Mysteries GBA

So, you're playing Pokémon Dreamstone Mysteries and hunting for Zarude? I’ll show you how—it’s simple but requires some prep. Here’s what you need:  

Requirements:  

• 6th Gym Badge  
• HM03 Surf  
• HM05 Flip Turn (reward for beating the 6th Gym)  

Location:  

• Ivy Forest  

Recommended Poké Balls:  

• Great Ball / Ultra Ball  
• Quick Ball (for first-turn catch)  
• Master Ball (guaranteed catch)  

Optional Helpful Moves:  

• Status-inflicting moves (Sleep, Paralysis or etc)  

Step-by-Step Guide  

Step 1: Reach Ivy Forest  

• From Pelluca City, head to Ivy River.  
• Navigate through the whirlpools (see reference image).  

Step 2: Enter Ivy Forest  

• On the river’s landmass, find a hidden entrance between trees.  

Step 3: First Clue (Left Path)  

• Take the left forest entrance. 
• Go Down 
• Walk left to find a Pokéball (contains Note #1).  
• From there, go down > left to an ancient statue.  
• Return and head right to another entrance.  

Step 4: Second Clue (Upper Path)  

• Enter the next area, go up to another forest entrance.  
• Go up and Find a Pokéball (Note #2) 
• Go right and down you find TM17 Flare Blitz.
• Continue down to the next entrance.  

Step 5: Final Clue (Lake Puzzle)  

• In the new area, go down to a small lake.  
• Surf to the center for a Pokéball (Note #3 + Purple Scarf key item).  
• Return to land—Zarude suddenly appears!
  

-"Easy, right?" If you’re still confused, I’ve got a video guide too! Happy hunting!