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.
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. Pokemon Sacred Gold And Storm Silver Pokemon Locations
: 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.
: 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.
For a complete guide to Pokémon locations in Sacred Gold and Storm Silver
, you should refer to the official documentation provided by the game's creator, Drayano. These documents provide detailed encounter data for every area, including wild levels and time-of-day variations. 📄 Primary Pokémon Location Documents
You can find and download these specific guides on several document-sharing platforms:
Full Pokémon Locations Guide: This document lists every wild encounter across Johto and Kanto. View on Scribd View on StuDocu Pokémon Sacred Gold and Storm Silver (SGSS) are
Special Event Guide: Details for legendary Pokémon, gift Pokémon, and scripted events (e.g., Mew in Viridian Forest). View on Scribd View on Course Hero 📍 Key Starter & Early Game Locations
The hack drastically changes where you find rare and starter Pokémon: Johto Starters: Given by Prof. Elm in New Bark Town.
Kanto Starters: Choose one from a Juggler in the Violet City Pokémon Center. Hoenn Starters: Choose one from a person in Azalea Town.
Sinnoh Starters: Choose one from a person in Goldenrod City.
Eevee: Given to you by Cynthia in Route 30 very early in the game. 🔍 Searchable Resources
If you are looking for specific items or legendary scripts, these supplemental guides are also available: Special Event Guide | PDF | Nintendo Franchises - Scribd
Pokémon Sacred Gold and Storm Silver overhaul wild encounters to feature all 493 Pokémon up to Generation IV, including updated encounters on early routes and special, time-sensitive events for legendaries. The mod also introduces new gift Pokémon and replaces trade evolutions with special items for ease of acquisition. For a complete breakdown, read the full
Sacred Gold & Storm Silver Pokemon Locations Guide on Scribd
Rather than listing every route, this review evaluates how the location design improves upon the original games.
The journey begins similarly to vanilla games, but the variety explodes immediately. Part 1: Early Game (Routes 29 – 32
Route 29 (Morning/Day):
Route 30 & 31:
Dark Cave (Violet City Side):
Union Cave: Drayano turns this cave into a Safari Zone alternative.
Slowpoke Well (Post- Rocket):
Ilex Forest:
Route 34 (Daycare Route):
Goldenrod Game Corner (Prizes): The prize list is entirely revamped. Instead of Dratini and Porygon, you can buy:
| Pokémon | Notes | |---------|-------| | Geodude, Graveler, Machop, Machoke, Marill, Azumarill, Rhyhorn, Rhydon, Meditite, Medicham, Timburr, Gurdurr | Also rare: Tyrogue, Hitmonchan/Hitmonlee via Tyrogue evo. |
Upper areas: Mankey, Primape, Chimchar (rare! yes, another starter here as wild).