In a standard Hardcore Nuzlocke for Pokémon Platinum the level cap for each major boss is defined by the level of that trainer's Ace Pokémon

Not all Nuzlockers agree on the specifics. Here is how to tailor the "Level Cap" to your skill level.

Grinding everyone to Level 62 (Cynthia's Garchomp). This is common but can make the earlier Elite Four battles significantly easier. Pro Tips for Managing Caps

| Boss | Location | Highest Level | Your Level Cap | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Oreburgh Gym | Lv. 14 (Cranidos) | Lv. 14 | | Gardenia | Eterna Gym | Lv. 22 (Roserade) | Lv. 22 | | Fantina | Hearthome Gym | Lv. 26 (Mismagius) | Lv. 26 | | Maylene | Veilstone Gym | Lv. 32 (Lucario) | Lv. 32 | | Crasher Wake | Pastoria Gym | Lv. 33 (Floatzel) | Lv. 33 | | Byron | Canalave Gym | Lv. 41 (Bastiodon) | Lv. 41 | | Candice | Snowpoint Gym | Lv. 44 (Abomasnow) | Lv. 44 | | Volkner | Sunyshore Gym | Lv. 50 (Luxray/Electivire) | Lv. 50 | | Elite Four (Aaron) | Pokémon League | Lv. 53 (Drapion) | Lv. 53 * | | Elite Four (Bertha) | Pokémon League | Lv. 55 (Hippowdon) | Lv. 55 * | | Elite Four (Flint) | Pokémon League | Lv. 57 (Magmortar) | Lv. 57 * | | Elite Four (Lucian) | Pokémon League | Lv. 59 (Gallade) | Lv. 59 * | | Champion Cynthia | Pokémon League | Lv. 62 (Garchomp) | Lv. 62 |