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{{nihongo|'''Hoenn'''|ホウエン地方|Hōen-chihō}} is a [[Pokémon regions|Pokemon region]] in the [[fictional universe]] of [[Pokémon]] and is the setting of the [[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire|''Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire'']], and ''[[Pokémon Emerald|Emerald]]'' games.<ref> |
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Hoenn is based on the island of [[Kyūshū]] in Japan and lies to the southwest of [[Kanto (Pokémon)|Kanto]] and [[Johto]] in the Pokémon world. According to Pokémon legend, the Hoenn region was formed by the [[legendary Pokémon|legendary land Pokémon]] [[Groudon]] raising the land and the legendary ocean Pokémon, [[Kyogre]], expanding the sea. The Hoenn region contains its own Pokémon League, called the Hoenn League, and its own [[Elite Four]], unlike Johto and Kanto which share their Elite Four in the video games. The ''[[Pokémon: Advanced Generation|Advanced Generation]]'' series in the [[Pokémon (anime)|anime]] occur here, as protagonist [[Ash Ketchum]] and company explore this new region featuring more than 100 new Pokémon. [[List of Hoenn locations#LaRousse City|LaRousse City]], the setting for the animated film ''[[Pokémon: Destiny Deoxys]]'', is in eastern Hoenn. |
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==Cities and towns== |
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===Littleroot Town=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Littleroot Town'''|ミシロタウン|Mishiro Taun|'''Mishiro Town''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is a small town home to [[List of Pokémon anime characters#Professor Birch|Professor Birch]] and his child, the protagonist's rival. At the beginning of the story in the video games, the protagonist moves into this town. It is based on [[Sasebo, Nagasaki]]. |
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In the first Advanced Generation episode of the Pokémon anime, a new character joins Ash's group, [[May (Pokémon)|May]]. |
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===Oldale Town=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Oldale Town'''|コトキタウン|Kotoki Taun|'''Kotoki Town''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is the second town that the player visits in the video games, just north of [[#Littleroot Town|Littleroot town]]. It has a Pokémart and [[Pokémon Center]]. |
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In the anime, located north of Oldale Town are ruins that hold a secret to ancient Pokémon. Ash and May also first meet [[Team Magma]] in Oldale Town, who are attempting to discover the secret of the ruins. |
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===Petalburg City=== |
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:''"Petalburg" redirects here. It is also the name of a town in ''[[Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door]]''.'' |
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{{nihongo|'''Petalburg City'''|トウカシティ|''Tōka Shiti''|'''Tōka City''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is located in the southwest of Hoenn, west from [[#Oldale Town|Oldale Town]]. The player first meets his second rival, Wally here. To the north of the city is the Petalburg Woods. |
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The Gym Leader of Petalburg City is the protagonist's father, [[List of Hoenn Gym Leaders#Norman|Norman]], who uses [[Pokémon types#Normal-type|Normal-type]] Pokémon. The player may only battle Norman after collecting the first four gym badges in Hoenn. |
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In the anime, Norman is the father of May and Max. His family lives in Petalburg City. |
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===Rustboro City=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Rustboro City'''|カナズミシティ|Kanazumi Shiti|'''Kanazumi City''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is north of Petalburg City via the Petalburg Woods and houses the first gym leader that the player can battle, [[List of Hoenn Gym Leaders#Roxanne|Roxanne]], who specializes in [[Pokémon types#Rock-type|Rock-type]] Pokémon. The Rusturf Tunnel is located to the east, and Meteorite Falls to north. |
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In the anime, the group visits a Pokémon Contest hall that is on the outskirts of Rustboro. It is here that May is inspired to become a Pokémon Coordinator, rather than a trainer. |
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====Devon Corporation==== |
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The '''Devon Corporation''', located in [[#Rustboro City|Rustboro City]], is the Hoenn equivalent to the [[Kanto (Pokémon)#Saffron City|Silph Co.]] in the [[Kanto (Pokémon)|Kanto]] region. |
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The corporation plays an important role in the games, allowing the player to receive certain important items and revive fossils into [[Pokémon]]. The Devon Corp. headquarters are a target for robbery by [[Team Aqua]] and [[Team Magma]]. |
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In the anime, [[Ash (Pokémon)|Ash]] and the gang visit the Devon Corporation's headquarters in the episode "Stairway to Devon." In this episode, [[Pokémon crime syndicates#Team Aqua|Team Aqua]] is introduced. |
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===Dewford Town=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Dewford Town'''|ムロ島 or ムロタウン|Muro-jima or Muro Taun|'''Muro Island''' or '''Muro Town''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is the second town that features a Gym. The Leader is [[List of Hoenn Gym Leaders#Brawly|Brawly]], who uses [[Pokémon types#Fighting-type|Fighting-type]] Pokémon. At first, the only way to reach the island is by boat, but once the player learns [[List of Pokémon items#Hidden Machines|Surf]], it is possible to travel there without help. |
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In the anime, Ash challenges Brawly to a battle but loses. After retraining, Ash challenges Brawly to a rematch in Brawly's Training Cave Center, where Ash prevails. |
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===Slateport City=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Slateport City'''|カイナシティ|Kaina Shiti|'''Kaina City''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is a large port city with a marketplace, a [[Pokémon game mechanics#Pokémon Contest|Pokémon Contest]] hall, and a ferry link to [[#Lilycove City|Lilycove City]]. Slateport City also features the Oceanic Museum, a museum full of items and objects recovered from the sea. There are many tiny islands and fast currents around Slateport. Team Aqua or Team Magma (depending on the game version a player is using) steals a submarine from Slateport City. |
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In ''Emerald'', the Contest hall has been replaced with a Battle Tent. The player chooses three rental Pokémon to battle with, similar to the Battle Factory. Upon defeating an opponent, the player receives the option to swap one of their rented Pokémon for one of the opponent's rented Pokémon. |
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===Mauville City=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Mauville City'''|キンセツシティ|Kinsetsu Shiti|'''Kinsetsu City''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is a junction city. Roads from Mauville lead west to [[#Verdanturf Town|Verdanturf Town]], south to [[#Slateport City|Slateport City]], east to [[#Fortree City|Fortree City]], and north to [[#Fallarbor Town|Fallarbor Town]]. The Gym Leader of the city is [[List of Hoenn Gym Leaders#Wattson|Wattson]], an [[Pokémon types#Electric-type|Electric-type]] trainer. |
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Mauville City also houses a bicycle shop, where the player can choose between Mach Bike or Acro Bike, and is able to swap them at any time. The Mach Bike is fast, but hard to turn; and the Acro Bike is slower and more versatile. Some areas require the use of a specific bike to reach. |
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Mauville City also features the Game Corner, similar to that in [[Kanto (Pokémon)#Celadon City|Celadon City]], in Kanto. In addition to [[slot machine]]s, it also features [[roulette]], unlike the original Game Corners, which only had slots. Players can trade the coins they win for prizes. |
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During a renovation plan several years before the games' start, Wattson created an underground complex named '''New Mauville'''. After beating Norman, players may get the Basement Key from Wattson to complete an optional sidequest. The side quest involves turning off the facility's generator. |
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===Verdanturf Town=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Verdanturf Town'''|シダケタウン|Shidake Taun|'''Shidake Town''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is a small town, west from [[#Mauville City|Mauville City]], with a Contest hall. In ''Emerald'', it is replaced by a Battle Tent, a test to see how loyal a player's Pokémon are. The town has an entrance to Rusturf Tunnel, linking it to Rustboro City. |
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Verdanturf is also home to Wally's aunt, uncle, and cousin. After the player defeats him at [[#Mauville City|Mauville City]], he resides here until the player defeats Norman before reaching [[#Victory Road|Victory Road]]. |
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===Fallarbor Town=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Fallarbor Town'''|ハジツゲタウン|Hajitsuge Taun|'''Hajitsuge Town''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} lies north of Mt. Chimney, an inactive volcano. Most of its inhabitants work in agriculture because the soil is very fertile due to its high content of volcanic ash. In ''Ruby'' and ''Sapphire'', the town is home to a Pokémon Contest hall. In ''Emerald'', it is replaced by a Battle Tent. |
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Professor Cosmo lives here, returning after he is ambushed by Team Magma/Aqua, who steal a Meteorite he was studying in Meteorite Falls. |
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===Lavaridge Town=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Lavaridge Town'''|フエンタウン|Fuen Taun|'''Fuen Town''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is located at the [[foothills]] of Mt. Chimney. The Pokémon Center is connected to a [[hot spring]], which is what Lavaridge Town is famous for. The Gym Leader of the town is [[List of Hoenn Gym Leaders#Flannery|Flannery]], who uses [[Pokémon types#Fire-type|Fire-type]] Pokémon. |
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Located north of the town is Mt. Chimney. Team Magma/Aqua steals a meteorite in an attempt to control the volcano. Once the player defeats the team leader, the respective team leaves the location. |
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===Fortree City=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Fortree City'''|ヒワマキシティ|Hiwamaki Shiti|'''Hiwamaki City''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is a city built atop the trees (everything except the Pokémon Center, the Poké Mart and the Gym), giving it its name. The Gym Leader is [[List of Hoenn Gym Leaders#Winona|Winona]], who uses [[Pokémon types#Flying-type|Flying-type]] Pokémon. Blending [[Kecleon]] are found near here. |
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West of the city is the Weather Institute, where scientists have invented the weather-controlling Pokémon, [[Castform]]. When Team Magma/Aqua invade the facility, the player must fight them off. |
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===Lilycove City=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Lilycove City'''|ミナモシティ|Minamo Shiti|'''Minamo City''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is a port city in northeast Hoenn. It houses a department store, an art museum, and a Contest hall. In ''Emerald'', all of the Pokémon Contests are located here. |
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The ''S.S. Tidal'', which was built in [[#Slateport City|Slateport City]], operates a ferry service between Lilycove City, Slateport City, and the Battle Tower (Battle Frontier in ''Emerald''). This port can also ship players to special, event-only locations such as [[#Southern Island|Southern Island]] and Birth Island.''' |
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===Mossdeep City=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Mossdeep City'''|トクサネシティ|Tokusane Shiti|'''Tokusane City''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is an island city in the northeast of Hoenn. It is based on [[Tanegashima]], Japan. The Gym Leaders are the twins [[List of Hoenn Gym Leaders#Tate and Liza|Tate and Liza]], who specialize in [[Pokémon types#Psychic-type|Psychic-type]] Pokémon. |
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In ''Pokémon Emerald'', after beating Tate and Liza at the gym, Team Magma will invade the Mossdeep Space Center in an attempt to get rocket fuel. |
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===Sootopolis City=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Sootopolis City'''|ルネシティ|''Rune Shiti''|'''Rune City''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is an island city, based on [[Santorini]], [[Greece]], built in the cone of an extinct volcano. The player enters the city for the first time from underwater. The last Gym is located here, although it is initially locked. The Cave of Origin is found here as well. If the player follows the plot, his or her first visit to Sootopolis City is during the time the weather in Hoenn has been disrupted by [[Groudon]] or [[Kyogre]], though players can head to Sootopolis City at an earlier time. |
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====Cave of Origin==== |
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The '''Cave of Origin''' is located at the north end of Sootopolis City. It is guarded by Wallace or Juan of the Sootopolis Gym and is said to be a cave where life originated. Its opposite landmark is [[#Mt. Pyre|Mt. Pyre]], is said to be the place where life ends. Residents of Sootopolis City are not normally permitted to enter the Cave of Origin. The contents of the cave are different in each game: In ''Ruby'' and ''Sapphire'', the player finds Groudon or Kyogre, respectively, and must defeat or capture it to proceed. In ''Emerald'', Wallace is inside the Cave of Origin and knows how to stop the scuffle between Kyogre and Groudon. |
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After performing the necessary steps to quell the ancient Pokémon, players can enter the Gym and battle [[List of Hoenn Gym Leaders#Wallace|Wallace]] (''Ruby'' and ''Sapphire'') or his mentor [[List of Hoenn Gym Leaders#Juan|Juan]] (''Emerald''). Both use [[Pokémon types#Water-type|Water-type]] Pokémon. |
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In the anime, Juan is the last Gym Leader that Ash battles. After winning, Ash earns the Rain Badge. |
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====Sky Pillar==== |
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'''Sky Pillar''' is an abandoned tower to the northeast of [[#Pacifidlog Town|Pacifidlog Town]] that is home to the legendary Pokémon Rayquaza. Though an optional place in ''Ruby'' and ''Sapphire'', it plays a major role in ''Emerald'', where the player needs to go there in order to summon [[Rayquaza]] to solve the fight between [[Kyogre]] and [[Groudon]] in [[#Sootopolis City|Sootopolis City]]. When the player reaches the top of Sky Pillar (in ''Emerald'', the second visit), Rayquaza can be fought and captured. |
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===Ever Grande City=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Ever Grande City'''|サイユウシティ|Saiyū Shiti|'''Saiyū City''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} consists of two parts: the area before Victory Road, which has only a [[Pokémon Center]], and the area after it, which contains the Hoenn [[Pokémon League]] building. |
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The Hoenn Pokémon League is where the player can challenge the [[List of Elite Four members#Hoenn members|Elite Four]]. Each member of the Elite Four also specializes in a single type. |
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===Pacifidlog Town=== |
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{{nihongo|'''Pacifidlog Town'''|キナギタウン|Kinagi Taun|'''Kinagi Town''' in original [[Japanese language]] versions}} is an isolated settlement in the south of Hoenn. The entire town is said to have been built on top of a colony of [[Corsola]]. The town uses wooden planks to connect the buildings together. |
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Paciflidlog Town is very different in the [[Pokémon (anime)|anime]]. It is a much larger island town, and it also contains a Contest hall, where May competes to get her fifth ribbon. |
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==See also== |
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*[[List of Hoenn Gym Leaders]] |
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*[[List of Elite Four members#Hoenn members|List of Hoenn Elite Four members]] |
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*[[Hoenn crime syndicates]] |
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*[[Professor Birch]] |
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Hoenn (ホウエン地方, Hōen-chihō) is a Pokemon region in the fictional universe of Pokémon and is the setting of the Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald games.[1]
Hoenn is based on the island of Kyūshū in Japan and lies to the southwest of Kanto and Johto in the Pokémon world. According to Pokémon legend, the Hoenn region was formed by the legendary land Pokémon Groudon raising the land and the legendary ocean Pokémon, Kyogre, expanding the sea. The Hoenn region contains its own Pokémon League, called the Hoenn League, and its own Elite Four, unlike Johto and Kanto which share their Elite Four in the video games. The Advanced Generation series in the anime occur here, as protagonist Ash Ketchum and company explore this new region featuring more than 100 new Pokémon. LaRousse City, the setting for the animated film Pokémon: Destiny Deoxys, is in eastern Hoenn.
Cities and towns
Littleroot Town
Littleroot Town (ミシロタウン, Mishiro Taun, Mishiro Town in original Japanese language versions) is a small town home to Professor Birch and his child, the protagonist's rival. At the beginning of the story in the video games, the protagonist moves into this town. It is based on Sasebo, Nagasaki.
In the first Advanced Generation episode of the Pokémon anime, a new character joins Ash's group, May.
Oldale Town
Oldale Town (コトキタウン, Kotoki Taun, Kotoki Town in original Japanese language versions) is the second town that the player visits in the video games, just north of Littleroot town. It has a Pokémart and Pokémon Center.
In the anime, located north of Oldale Town are ruins that hold a secret to ancient Pokémon. Ash and May also first meet Team Magma in Oldale Town, who are attempting to discover the secret of the ruins.
Petalburg City
- "Petalburg" redirects here. It is also the name of a town in Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door.
Petalburg City (トウカシティ, Tōka Shiti, Tōka City in original Japanese language versions) is located in the southwest of Hoenn, west from Oldale Town. The player first meets his second rival, Wally here. To the north of the city is the Petalburg Woods.
The Gym Leader of Petalburg City is the protagonist's father, Norman, who uses Normal-type Pokémon. The player may only battle Norman after collecting the first four gym badges in Hoenn.
In the anime, Norman is the father of May and Max. His family lives in Petalburg City.
Rustboro City
Rustboro City (カナズミシティ, Kanazumi Shiti, Kanazumi City in original Japanese language versions) is north of Petalburg City via the Petalburg Woods and houses the first gym leader that the player can battle, Roxanne, who specializes in Rock-type Pokémon. The Rusturf Tunnel is located to the east, and Meteorite Falls to north.
In the anime, the group visits a Pokémon Contest hall that is on the outskirts of Rustboro. It is here that May is inspired to become a Pokémon Coordinator, rather than a trainer.
Devon Corporation
The Devon Corporation, located in Rustboro City, is the Hoenn equivalent to the Silph Co. in the Kanto region.
The corporation plays an important role in the games, allowing the player to receive certain important items and revive fossils into Pokémon. The Devon Corp. headquarters are a target for robbery by Team Aqua and Team Magma.
In the anime, Ash and the gang visit the Devon Corporation's headquarters in the episode "Stairway to Devon." In this episode, Team Aqua is introduced.
Dewford Town
Dewford Town (ムロ島 or ムロタウン, Muro-jima or Muro Taun, Muro Island or Muro Town in original Japanese language versions) is the second town that features a Gym. The Leader is Brawly, who uses Fighting-type Pokémon. At first, the only way to reach the island is by boat, but once the player learns Surf, it is possible to travel there without help.
In the anime, Ash challenges Brawly to a battle but loses. After retraining, Ash challenges Brawly to a rematch in Brawly's Training Cave Center, where Ash prevails.
Slateport City
Slateport City (カイナシティ, Kaina Shiti, Kaina City in original Japanese language versions) is a large port city with a marketplace, a Pokémon Contest hall, and a ferry link to Lilycove City. Slateport City also features the Oceanic Museum, a museum full of items and objects recovered from the sea. There are many tiny islands and fast currents around Slateport. Team Aqua or Team Magma (depending on the game version a player is using) steals a submarine from Slateport City.
In Emerald, the Contest hall has been replaced with a Battle Tent. The player chooses three rental Pokémon to battle with, similar to the Battle Factory. Upon defeating an opponent, the player receives the option to swap one of their rented Pokémon for one of the opponent's rented Pokémon.
Mauville City
Mauville City (キンセツシティ, Kinsetsu Shiti, Kinsetsu City in original Japanese language versions) is a junction city. Roads from Mauville lead west to Verdanturf Town, south to Slateport City, east to Fortree City, and north to Fallarbor Town. The Gym Leader of the city is Wattson, an Electric-type trainer.
Mauville City also houses a bicycle shop, where the player can choose between Mach Bike or Acro Bike, and is able to swap them at any time. The Mach Bike is fast, but hard to turn; and the Acro Bike is slower and more versatile. Some areas require the use of a specific bike to reach.
Mauville City also features the Game Corner, similar to that in Celadon City, in Kanto. In addition to slot machines, it also features roulette, unlike the original Game Corners, which only had slots. Players can trade the coins they win for prizes.
During a renovation plan several years before the games' start, Wattson created an underground complex named New Mauville. After beating Norman, players may get the Basement Key from Wattson to complete an optional sidequest. The side quest involves turning off the facility's generator.
Verdanturf Town
Verdanturf Town (シダケタウン, Shidake Taun, Shidake Town in original Japanese language versions) is a small town, west from Mauville City, with a Contest hall. In Emerald, it is replaced by a Battle Tent, a test to see how loyal a player's Pokémon are. The town has an entrance to Rusturf Tunnel, linking it to Rustboro City.
Verdanturf is also home to Wally's aunt, uncle, and cousin. After the player defeats him at Mauville City, he resides here until the player defeats Norman before reaching Victory Road.
Fallarbor Town
Fallarbor Town (ハジツゲタウン, Hajitsuge Taun, Hajitsuge Town in original Japanese language versions) lies north of Mt. Chimney, an inactive volcano. Most of its inhabitants work in agriculture because the soil is very fertile due to its high content of volcanic ash. In Ruby and Sapphire, the town is home to a Pokémon Contest hall. In Emerald, it is replaced by a Battle Tent.
Professor Cosmo lives here, returning after he is ambushed by Team Magma/Aqua, who steal a Meteorite he was studying in Meteorite Falls.
Lavaridge Town
Lavaridge Town (フエンタウン, Fuen Taun, Fuen Town in original Japanese language versions) is located at the foothills of Mt. Chimney. The Pokémon Center is connected to a hot spring, which is what Lavaridge Town is famous for. The Gym Leader of the town is Flannery, who uses Fire-type Pokémon.
Located north of the town is Mt. Chimney. Team Magma/Aqua steals a meteorite in an attempt to control the volcano. Once the player defeats the team leader, the respective team leaves the location.
Fortree City
Fortree City (ヒワマキシティ, Hiwamaki Shiti, Hiwamaki City in original Japanese language versions) is a city built atop the trees (everything except the Pokémon Center, the Poké Mart and the Gym), giving it its name. The Gym Leader is Winona, who uses Flying-type Pokémon. Blending Kecleon are found near here.
West of the city is the Weather Institute, where scientists have invented the weather-controlling Pokémon, Castform. When Team Magma/Aqua invade the facility, the player must fight them off.
Lilycove City
Lilycove City (ミナモシティ, Minamo Shiti, Minamo City in original Japanese language versions) is a port city in northeast Hoenn. It houses a department store, an art museum, and a Contest hall. In Emerald, all of the Pokémon Contests are located here.
The S.S. Tidal, which was built in Slateport City, operates a ferry service between Lilycove City, Slateport City, and the Battle Tower (Battle Frontier in Emerald). This port can also ship players to special, event-only locations such as Southern Island and Birth Island.
Mossdeep City
Mossdeep City (トクサネシティ, Tokusane Shiti, Tokusane City in original Japanese language versions) is an island city in the northeast of Hoenn. It is based on Tanegashima, Japan. The Gym Leaders are the twins Tate and Liza, who specialize in Psychic-type Pokémon.
In Pokémon Emerald, after beating Tate and Liza at the gym, Team Magma will invade the Mossdeep Space Center in an attempt to get rocket fuel.
Sootopolis City
Sootopolis City (ルネシティ, Rune Shiti, Rune City in original Japanese language versions) is an island city, based on Santorini, Greece, built in the cone of an extinct volcano. The player enters the city for the first time from underwater. The last Gym is located here, although it is initially locked. The Cave of Origin is found here as well. If the player follows the plot, his or her first visit to Sootopolis City is during the time the weather in Hoenn has been disrupted by Groudon or Kyogre, though players can head to Sootopolis City at an earlier time.
Cave of Origin
The Cave of Origin is located at the north end of Sootopolis City. It is guarded by Wallace or Juan of the Sootopolis Gym and is said to be a cave where life originated. Its opposite landmark is Mt. Pyre, is said to be the place where life ends. Residents of Sootopolis City are not normally permitted to enter the Cave of Origin. The contents of the cave are different in each game: In Ruby and Sapphire, the player finds Groudon or Kyogre, respectively, and must defeat or capture it to proceed. In Emerald, Wallace is inside the Cave of Origin and knows how to stop the scuffle between Kyogre and Groudon.
After performing the necessary steps to quell the ancient Pokémon, players can enter the Gym and battle Wallace (Ruby and Sapphire) or his mentor Juan (Emerald). Both use Water-type Pokémon.
In the anime, Juan is the last Gym Leader that Ash battles. After winning, Ash earns the Rain Badge.
Sky Pillar
Sky Pillar is an abandoned tower to the northeast of Pacifidlog Town that is home to the legendary Pokémon Rayquaza. Though an optional place in Ruby and Sapphire, it plays a major role in Emerald, where the player needs to go there in order to summon Rayquaza to solve the fight between Kyogre and Groudon in Sootopolis City. When the player reaches the top of Sky Pillar (in Emerald, the second visit), Rayquaza can be fought and captured.
Ever Grande City
Ever Grande City (サイユウシティ, Saiyū Shiti, Saiyū City in original Japanese language versions) consists of two parts: the area before Victory Road, which has only a Pokémon Center, and the area after it, which contains the Hoenn Pokémon League building.
The Hoenn Pokémon League is where the player can challenge the Elite Four. Each member of the Elite Four also specializes in a single type.
Pacifidlog Town
Pacifidlog Town (キナギタウン, Kinagi Taun, Kinagi Town in original Japanese language versions) is an isolated settlement in the south of Hoenn. The entire town is said to have been built on top of a colony of Corsola. The town uses wooden planks to connect the buildings together.
Paciflidlog Town is very different in the anime. It is a much larger island town, and it also contains a Contest hall, where May competes to get her fifth ribbon.
See also
References
- ^ "N-Philes :: Reviews :: Pokémon Emerald Review". www.n-philes.com. Retrieved 2008-08-17.