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Which one of these four is the best replacement for your starter in Gen 2?
>Abra: Can be caught on Route 34 or bought in Goldenrod, learns all three elemental punches by TM, great speed and special attack
>Machop: Can be obtained in a trade for an easily obtainable Psychic-type in Goldenrod, great attack, boosted experience
>Geodude: Can be obtained as soon as you get Poké Balls, wonderful match-ups in the early game
>Gastly: Can be found in Sprout Tower before the first gym, is a Ghost-type, has several useful moves
