10 Toughest Battles In Pokémon History

5. Cynthia - Pokémon Diamond & Pearl

Cynthia Pokemon
Gamefreak

In several cases over the generations getting to the ultimate showdown against an Elite Four's Champion can be a bit of a disappointment. Several of them are one dimensional or underwhelming, leading you to wonder how they ever even managed to become champ in the first place?

However, such a question cannot be levelled at Sinnoh's Cynthia. Her battlers are robust and the party is tremendously well-rounded; Cynthia's team is an example of how to really get the best out of your typing combinations. She covers practically all bases and can counter virtually any strategy as so many of her Pokémon carry attacks that you wouldn't expect them to have. This is one of the most versatile teams in Pokémon history.

Cynthia's team is slightly superior in Diamond & Pearl as Gastrodon takes the place of Platinum's Togekiss, but either one could easily cause you some serious headaches. Cynthia is a character that very closely replicates what it's like to battle another player online.

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