Pokemon Sacred Gold And Storm Silver Pokemon Locations Online
Catching 'em all in Johto just got a lot more interesting. In Drayano’s Pokémon Sacred Gold and Storm Silver
, the regional Pokédex is expanded to include all 493 Pokémon available through Gen IV, with entirely revamped encounter tables and new special events. Whether you are hunting for a competitive or tracking down the elusive
, here is the complete breakdown of key Pokémon locations in Johto. Early Game: Johto Starters and Gift Pokémon
You aren't limited to just one starter in this version. Many iconic Pokémon are handed to you early to help with the increased difficulty. Johto Starters : Obtained normally from Professor Elm in New Bark Town. Kanto/Sinnoh Starters
: As you progress, various NPCs and "special events" may provide starters from other regions.
: Replaces the Eevee previously given by Bill in Ecruteak City; it comes at Level 25 holding Mystic Water.
: Talk to Riley and Buck in Mahogany Town to receive an egg that hatches into
: Can be found in the Hallowed Tower (a new addition or modification to a standard location like Sprout Tower) after completing specific tasks. Wild Encounter Highlights by Area
The wild encounters have been densified, often adding Sinnoh and Hoenn favorites to the very first routes. Key New Encounters Union Cave Ilex Forest Special and Stationary Encounters
Many rare Pokémon that usually require trading or special items now appear as stationary sprites or through unique NPC interactions. : Found in Sprout Tower after specific triggers. : Still appears in Union Cave on Fridays, but often at a higher level. Pokemon Sacred Gold And Storm Silver Pokemon Locations
: Can be found in a special "tracking" event, often involving electrical appliances or specific buildings like the Old Chateau equivalent. Legendary Pokémon Locations
Legendaries are no longer restricted to post-game or Kanto. Some appear as early as the mid-game.
Pokémon Sacred Gold and Storm Silver (SGSS) are renowned ROM hacks created by Drayano that expand the original Johto experience by making all 493 Pokémon from the first four generations available within a single playthrough. Because these hacks significantly alter wild encounters, understanding the updated Pokémon locations is essential for any trainer or Nuzlocke player. Gift and Special Event Pokémon
One of the biggest draws of SGSS is the inclusion of "gift" Pokémon from other regions, allowing you to build a diverse team early on.
Kanto Starters: In the Violet City Pokémon Center, talk to the Juggler and answer his four questions correctly to choose Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle. Hoenn Starters: Can be obtained as a gift in Azalea Town. Sinnoh Starters: Available in Goldenrod City. Special Giveaways: Eevee: Given by a person in Route 30. Togepi Egg: Received in Violet City. Riolu: Found in Mahogany Town.
Fossils: A man in the Goldenrod Archeological Center (formerly the Bike Shop) gives one of each fossil for free. Wild Pokémon Locations by Route (Early Game)
Wild encounter tables have been completely overhauled to include variety from Hoenn and Sinnoh.
In Pokémon Sacred Gold and Storm Silver, every Pokémon from the first four generations (National Pokédex #001–#493) is available to catch or obtain within a single save file. This guide highlights the most significant location changes and event-based encounters to help you complete your Pokédex. Starter Pokémon Locations
Unlike the original games, you can obtain all regional starters early in your journey. Catching 'em all in Johto just got a lot more interesting
Johto Starters: Standard selection at Professor Elm’s lab in New Bark Town.
Kanto Starters: Gifted by Professor Oak in Cherrygrove City after you receive the Pokédex.
Hoenn Starters: Talk to Steven Stone in Silph Co. (Saffron City) or find him in certain Johto locations after specific milestones.
Sinnoh Starters: Gifted by Cynthia in Goldenrod City (check the house with the Eevee fan) after defeating the Elite Four. Gift and Event Pokémon
Many rare Pokémon are handed to you or found in special overworld locations:
Castform: Replaces the Eevee gift from Bill in the Ecruteak City Pokémon Center.
Riolu: Talk to Riley in a house in Mahogany Town to receive a Riolu Egg.
Spiritomb: Requires the Odd Keystone, which can be found in the Ruins of Alph or received from certain NPCs.
Fossils: A man in the Goldenrod Archaeological Center (formerly the Bike Shop) gives you one of each fossil for free. Notable Wild Encounters Skorupi | Also rare: Mothim
Wild Pokémon tables have been completely overhauled to include diverse types early on. Early Game Variety:
Route 29: Starly, Zigzagoon, and Bidoof appear alongside Pidgey.
Dark Cave: Larvitar and Bronzor are rare encounters even before the first badge. Fishing & Surfing:
Feebas: Found using the Old Rod in Route 31 (very rare) or more commonly in the Lake of Rage. Phione: Rare Surf encounter on Route 40 and Route 41. Legendary Pokémon Locations
Most Legendaries require 16 badges, but several are accessible earlier:
3. Dark Cave (early access before Violet City)
| Area | Pokémon | |------|---------| | Entrance | Geodude, Zubat, Dunsparce, Teddiursa (rare), Phanpy (rare), Whismur, Aron | | Deeper in | Makuhita, Nosepass, Sableye (Sacred Gold) / Mawile (Storm Silver), Larvitar (very rare) |
Larvitar appears at level 2–4 if you’re patient – pseudo-legendary from the start.
10. National Park & Bug Catching Contest
| Pokémon (contest) | Notes | |------------------|-------| | Caterpie, Weedle, Wurmple, Kricketot, Combee, Scyther, Pinsir, Heracross, Nincada, Paras, Venonat, Yanma, Burmy, Skorupi | Also rare: Mothim, Vespiquen. |
All can be caught here – best place for Bug types.
Route 34
- Pidgey, Rattata, Zubat, Geodude, Ponyta ( common )
- Spearow ( common )
- Feraligatr (water)