Pallet TownFireRed&LeafGreen
"Where the Kanto journey starts. Professor Oak's lab is the first stop, and the choice between Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle sets the tone for every gym battle ahead."
PALLET TOWN MAP
A few houses and Oak's Lab with a path south to the water. Small enough that you can see everything from where you walk in.
Pokemon Encounters
Your starter, Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle, comes from Oak's lab at level 5. Return later with Surf for fishing: Seadra at 4% with the Super Rod is the best catch in the water.
Old Rod1
Good Rod5
Super Rod9
Bulbasaur
ITEMS
Town Map from your rival's sister is the only real pickup early on. Event tickets for Birth Island and Navel Rock came from limited-time distributions.
Town Map
A very convenient map that can be viewed anytime. It even shows your present location.
Town Map
A very convenient map that can be viewed anytime. It even shows your present location.
Auroraticket
A ticket required to board the ship to BIRTH ISLAND. It glows beautifully.
Mysticticket
A ticket required to board the ship to NAVEL ROCK. It glows with a mystic light.
TRAINERS
Three possible Rival lineups depending on your starter, all at level 5. Your opening fight and first taste of type matchups.
Terry
Pallet Town Guide
Squirtle has the easiest early game: strong against Brock and holds up through Misty. Bulbasaur is nearly as smooth with advantages against the first two gyms plus Lt. Surge. Charmander is the hardest start since it struggles against both Brock and Misty, but Charizard makes up for it later. All three are viable for the full game.
Only through Surfing and Fishing if the city has water. No Pokemon appear by walking around in any city. Check the encounter table on this page to see what is available via rod or Surf.
No. The VS Seeker only works on outdoor routes where trainers are standing. It won't activate inside cities, buildings, or caves. Head to a nearby route if you need trainer rematches for experience or money.