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Pallet Town
The sleepy village of Pallet Town is where your Pokémon adventure begins. Your goal is to be recognized as the greatest Pokémon trainer in the world. At the same time, Professor Oak's grandson, Gary, will do everything he can to thwart you and claim that honor for himself!
 


1. Your Home
2. Rival's Home
3. Professor Oak's Lab
 
Getting Started
When your adventure begins, you'll be asked to choose names for yourself and your rival, Professor Oak's grandson. You may choose default names from the computer's list or make up two of your own. For this feature, we'll refer to your rival as Gary, one of his default names.

Now explore Pallet Town, being sure to visit Gary's house for a peek at the map on the wall. After you've talked to everyone, head north toward Route 1. Before you get very far, Professor Oak will appear and escort you to his lab. Once there, he'll let you choose one of his Pokémon for your very own!
 
Your First Pokémon
Which Pokémon you choose is up to you, but you'll need to adjust your battle and collecting strategy depending on which one you take.

Each Pokémon has its own strengths and weaknesses, and deciding which one to take is really a matter of personal preference. We will say, however, that Bulbasaur will fare the best against some of your early rivals. Before you leave Professor Oak's lab, Gary will challenge you and your Pokémon to your first duel. If you defeat him, you'll win some money. If your Pokémon faints, take it home to your mom for medical treatment.
 



 

 
Which Pokémon you choose is up to you, but you'll need to adjust your battle and collecting strategy depending on which one you take.

You fight your first duel against Gary. If you win a duel with any Pokémon trainer, you'll take home bragging rights and a cash prize.
 

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