Sinnoh

Sinnoh [sin-oh] is a standalone, heavily mountainous continent located in the northern hemisphere. It is the birthplace of Pokémon Contests, center of fashion, origin of culinary delights such as the Poffin, Minerol and Oreburgers and widely-known for its rather eccentric take on life.

It is unique in the sense that it appears to be the only region not to have been formed as a result of The Divergence. This may account for its high culmination of Pokémon fossils and precious stones - levels of which are some of the highest in the world. Due to this, there is an extensive organization dedicated to the mining and salvaging of these materials.

On a more notable level, Sinnoh appears to be a very spiritual region and is heavily in touch with its roots. However, much of the historical information its people cling to has been warped as a result of passing years and over-speculation. Over time, the inhabitants became confused as to whom to give their thanks, and many different powerful Pokémon have ended up being wrongly worshipped as a result.

The prevalence of curious Pokémon species can be traced down to one particular incident in Sinnoh's past where, during one of the most recent Generation Rites, the Sinnoh Nexus was not present due to unknown reasons. As a result, data for Pokémon creation was gathered from the younger brother of this Nexus.

Towns and Cities

1 - Twinleaf Town: [no further information currently available]

2 - Sandgem Town: Location of Professor Rowan's laboratory.

3 - ?? Port: [no further information currently available]

4 - Jubilife City: Location of Pokétch distributor. Also home to the B Button League, a group of trainers that seek to compete using unevolved Pokémon.

5- Oreburgh City: Location of Oreburgh Gym and mines. Also the location of a fossil restoration laboratory.

6- ?? Village: Home to an unofficial Pokémon Contest

7- Floaroma Town: Once a barren wasteland, Floaroma Town sprung to life after visited by a wielder of Grass Cho'moken. Location of Forsythia's Flower Shop and Poffin Bakery.

8- ?? Town: Location of a Pokémon Cosplay Contest.

9- Eterna City: Location of Eterna Museum and Gym. The cycling road leads from here to ?? ??

10- ??? Village: Location of The Wailord Riverboat service to Hearthome City.

11- Alamos Town: Home to the Space-Time Towers.

12- Hearthome City: Location of Hearthome Gym and Contest Hall, home of the Pokémon Collection - a contest with a particular emphasis on fashion.

13- ??? Village: Location of the sealed Spiritomb

14- Solaceon Town: Location of Solaceon Temple. On the outskirts of this town lie a daycare centre belonging to Angie ??? parents.

15- Windsor City: The unique air currents that flow through this city and the surrounding area make it difficult to navigate for certain flying Pokémon.

16- Veilstone City: This city 'hewn from rock' was built around four meteorites that impacted on Sinnoh hundreds of years ago. Veilstone holds a plethora of mysteries, including the origin stories of its founders.

17- Valor Lakefront: Situated on the edge of Lake Valor and home to the prestigious and unusually-run Seven Stars Restaurant, in which those entering must win a Pokémon match against the restaurateurs before they can order a meal. Valor Lakefront also contains a contest hall which bi-annually plays host to The Wallace Cup.

18- Pastoria City: Residents of this city have a high appreciation for Croagunk - every family raising at least one- and hold a festival yearly to determine whose is the strongest. Location of Pastoria Gym. When Gym Leader Wake isn't running matches at the gym, he opens it up as a pool to raise additional maintenance funds.

19- Celestic Town: Home to the Celestic Library, built on the outskirts of the local ruins. This town appears to have some strong links with Dialga and Palkia.

20 - Isome Town: A curious urban location of balustrades and close-knit apartments, Isome boasts a very artistic side in its local garden and deep inter-dimensional heritage which fascinates historians and scientists alike. Ferries to Snowpoint City leave from here daily.

21- ??? Town: One of the stop-off points of the Isome Town ferry.

22- Neesl City: A thriving seaside populace located on the North-East coast, Neesl is at the foot of the Carvmay Valley.

23- Anten Town: Birthplace of the Sinnoh Elite Four member Aaron Hummer, Anten is surrounded by a forest thriving with many kinds of bug type Pokémon.

24- Canalave City: Something of a mini archipelago, connected with bridges. The name covers almost all these miniature islands, one of which is home to Byron Feoras.

25- Chocovine Town: Home to Sinnoh's most famous chocolatiers, Chocovine also boasts frequent visits by Phione that enjoy the waters off the town's shoreline. Also the location of a contest hall.

26- ??? City: [no further information currently available]

27- Redeam Town: Origin point of Christopher Kassai's "Jessie and James" Noodle shop franchise. In the mountain range close by lives a near-mecha variant of Metagross the locals have dubbed 'Metallicus'. Its psychotic tendencies have rendered the surrounding area a no-go zone.

28- Squallville: Nestled amongst the mountains, this town plays host to Sinnoh's PokéRinger competition.

29- Sandalstraw Town: This Tatto-esque location plays host to a Pokémon Contest and Sinnoh's Ping Pong Tournaments.

30- Snowpoint City: At the highest point of Sinnoh, Snowpoint City earns its name by being one of the coldest places in the region. As well as Candace ???'s Ice Pokémon Gym, Snowpoint also has a Trainer School which caters for adults looking to get into training as well as youths who have yet to or have just obtained their licenses. Nearby, there runs a train service further up the mountain toward Lake Acuity.

31- Michina Town: This lush riverside town is one of the prime locations for cattle raising and crop growing. Atop a nearby mountain lie the remains of a monument built by Damos ??? as gratitude to Arceus for rescuing Michina from desolation, following an assault on Sinnoh by Lati insurgents. The monument has since been used to keep watch over Arceus in slumber - as well as Palkia, Dialga and Giratina.

32- Omrop Village: This quaint location is often used as a cultural stopping point for tourist board representatives looking to attract visitors to other regions.

33- Lilypad Town: Location of a contest hall.

34- Brussel Town: Location of a contest hall.

35- ??? Town: A quiet, everyday town constructed in the Tattoan style.

36- ??? City: Magnetic resonance seems to be higher near this city, where in recent years, mecha Pokemon and Pokemon with unusual traits have been spotted. Nearby there is a large dish-like crevice in the mountainside where some of these Pokemon are known to spar with one another.

37- Daybreak Town: Location of a contest hall.

Other Locations

A - Verity House: A beautiful holiday home owned by the Morgan family.

B - Bewilder Forest: A herd of Stantler live here. These Stantler use a wave-based form of hypnosis to cause illusions in those who intrude into their territory.

C - Bidoof Village: Nestled amongst the mountainside, a hidden haven for Bidoofs and Bibarels.

D - Aunt Abigail's Cake Shop: [no further information currently available]

E - Wind Farm: Maintained by Karsten Joy and generates electricity for Floaroma Town using windmills.

F - Amber Castle: Location of the finest honey in Sinnoh and possibly the world.

G - ?? Ruins: Remains of what seem to be a temple to Dialga and Palkia.

H - Electric Pokémon Training Center: Run by Cal ??, this specialised complex helps train Electric type Pokemon for the specific purpose of powering generators.

I - ?? Gate: It is thought that the remains of this gate were part of a boundary defining a now-abandoned city. Others theorize it has been deliberately left in such a condition as a deterrent to passing travellers.

J - Mt. Coronet: The largest mountain range in Sinnoh and the only location Shieldon can be found. Magnetic fields in this area are more concentrated than normal, enabling visitors to evolve their Nosepass.

K - ?? Maze: This maze appears to date back several hundred years. It is not known whether it was built as part of a larger living complex or simply as an elaborate art piece.

L - Philamorny Lake: This deep manmade lake was recently created by the building of a dam and hides a medium sized town at its bottom.

M - ??? Manor: [notes to follow].

N - Solaceon Ruins: Mistakenly considered to have been a shrine to Dialga and Palkia, this ancient temple was in fact a storage facility for the Spear Key - a mysterious cube-like artefact which can seek out powerful elemental materials.

O - Mountain Hut Maid Cafe: Famous for its friendly service by Spring, Summer and Autumn (the trio of sisters who run it), this cafe is naturally a big hit with men and milk-lovers alike.

P - ??? Hot Spring Hotel: [notes to follow].

Q - Pastoria Great Marsh: This curious and unique saturated landscape plays host to thriving populations of Croagunk.

R - Mr. Backlot's Mansion: A haven for small, cute Pokemon which Mr. Backlot has a particular fondness for.

S - Rowan Research Facility: A location dedicated to researching into the mysteries of Mt. Coronet and renovating its relics, the RRF is situated amongst a rare plantation of Ganlon Berries. Once every year, a Pokémon Summer Academy is held. The remains of a forgotten colony of Dark Circle students have been uncovered not far from here.

T - Coronet Rest Stop: A cabin erected by the Pokémon Chasers as a stop-off point for their operatives while on patrol throughout Mt. Coronet. When not occupied, the cabin is free to be used by travellers. However, the occupants are expected to clean up after themselves, and any damages are automatically recorded by hidden security cameras.

U - Gracidea Flower Field: Frequented by Shaymin, this location is brimming with Gracideas - a flower which flourishes best in cold climates.

V - Full Moon Island: In recent decades this island has been used as a visitation platform by Cresselia, therefore giving its name.

W - Olde Chateau

X - Iron Island: Thus named due to large deposits of Mycunium amongst its more natural ores - Iron Island is rumoured to have a production facility for the substance, and also contains an ancient machine which played a part in the creation of Dialga and Palkia.

Y - Diablos Ocean: This portion of West Sinnoh was bombarded by meteorites, leaving a nearby island unreachable by sailors due to unusual fields from the meteorites throwing off their navigation equipment. The island has since become a thriving habitat for certain species of Steel Type Pokémon.

Z - Snowpoint Temple: The memorial site and summoning point for Regigigas, whose location is situated somewhere further in the mountainside.

A1 - Abandoned Train Storage Facility: [notes to follow].

B1 - Lower Valley Windworks: [notes to follow].

C1 - ??? Colosseum: A monument built by the Pokémopolitans and used as a place to exact punishment upon those defiant of the Pokémopolis empire. Now an abandoned site, recently taken up as an unofficial training ground by those who believe the area holds mystic powers.

D1 - Fuego Ironworks: Once a functioning industrial site, the ironworks was closed in the early 80s following complaints about pollution. A little over a decade later, it was brought back into action by Team Galactic who used the facilities to create fragments for artefacts called Red Chains.

E1 - Spear Pillar Gate: Constructed by the Dark Circle, this hidden gateway opens with the Spear Key and leads to a cave within Mt. Coronet where Circle members attempted to use The Lake Trio to Summon Dialga and Palkia several centuries ago.

F1 - Southfleck House: A beautiful holiday home owned by the Morgan family.

G1 - ??? Valley: These windswept precipices are home to a skilled master of air battle and PokeRinger matches, ??? McCann.

H1 - Grandma Wilma's House: This mountain location is used for the training of Dragon Type Pokemon.