[Answered] Chikorita Event (Hiker not inside the Meteor base)

[Azuuure 0]

So I've defeated Solaris and finished the plot about using a Camerupt to erupt the volcano in Aphopyl. I want to add a leaf pokemon to my team and learned that a Chikorita can be traded for Chimeco, but when I go inside the Meteor base in azurine, there's nobody there, can anybody help me?

PS: If this info is needed, I have not yet battled Cain to get the key to Byboxion. Will finishing that trigger the Chikorita event?

TIA for information and answers ^^

[Combat 62]

When all else fails, keep progressing in the story. I believe you may need to progress with Cain, so that's what I would try. (Also, in my opinion, Chikorita isn't the greatest addition to a team, though I'm sure it can be used with proper care. I'd recommend going for something different though.)

Edit: According to the Pokemon Location Guide, you need to keep progressing with Cain, so yeah, keep going.

[Personthing 64]

IIRC, you cannot get the Chikorita until after defeating Aya in Byxbsion.

[Azuuure 0]

Oh, thanks for the info guys ^^