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Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire Phase 8: Final Maxie Or Archie Battle

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At the deepest point, Ruby players battle Maxie and Sapphire players battle Archie.

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By Damodar Sharma Updated May 28, 2026 Walkthrough

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At the deepest point, Ruby players battle Maxie and Sapphire players battle Archie.

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Final Maxie Or Archie Battle

At the deepest point, Ruby players battle Maxie and Sapphire players battle Archie. This is the final villain leader battle before the legendary awakens.

Ruby’s Magma fights lean Fire, Ground, Dark, and Poison. Water and Ground coverage are excellent, but keep Grass types away from Fire threats. Sapphire’s Aqua fights lean Water, Dark, and Poison. Electric and Grass coverage are strong, but watch for Sharpedo-style mixed pressure.

After the battle, Groudon awakens in Ruby or Kyogre awakens in Sapphire, and Hoenn’s weather changes dramatically.

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