First partner Pokémon
Before you set off on your journey, you’ll choose Turtwig, Chimchar, or Piplup to be your first partner Pokémon.
Turtwig
- Made from soil, the shell on its back hardens when it drinks water. It lives along lakes.
- It undertakes photosynthesis within its body, making oxygen. The leaf on its head wilts if the Pokémon is thirsty.
Chimchar
- It agilely scales sheer cliffs to live atop craggy mountains. Its fire is put out when it sleeps.
- Its fiery rear end is fueled by gas made in its belly. Even rain can’t extinguish the fire.
Piplup
- Because it is very proud, it hates accepting food from people. Its thick down guards it from cold.
- It lives along the shore in northern countries. A skilled swimmer, it dives for over 10 minutes while hunting.
Become the Champion
As you travel across Sinnoh filling out your Pokédex, you’ll challenge the strongest Pokémon Trainers in each town: the Gym Leaders.