[Pokemon Rebirth] Main Guide

Main Guide — Rules


1. No Godmodding

First and foremost, you should be used to this one already, right? It's basically the same anywhere you go. You only control your own characters and Pokemon, not anybody else's. This includes actions you make in posts, you can't just assume actions that other people will take, what they're doing, what their response will be, or things like that. Everything you do is something you alone do. Let other people make their own actions!


2. No Powerplaying

You're not the best trainer out there, that title already belongs to someone else. In most situations, battles will tend to be fair with their own variety of difficulty in favor of one or the other. Generally, you're not ever going to be functionally invincible or do things that take away agency from other players. Just like rule #1, it's the same here: enjoying yourselves is a two-way street. Now granted, in some serious mismatches, you may find yourself in situations where you might feel completely outmatched, or completely outmatch your opponent, but try to avoid these, unless you agreed to such a situation yourself. If you've got those hard M tendencies, I'm not going to judge you... that much. Just be sensible.


3. Game Mechanics

Trainers in Altair are often really strong! People from all around the world visit here to compete, so you can expect many trainers to be formidable opponents in battle. But, Altair is also open to trainers of all kinds, even for newer or intermediate-level trainers, you should be able to find matches with plenty of people around. If you have Pokemon of your own that you want to bring with you, remember that there's still a limit of SIX Pokemon you can have at a time, preferably in Pokeballs please! If everyone had all of their Pokemon outside, Altair would become a madhouse! Though, if you sorely need to have exceptions, they can be made within reason. Generally, please be considerate enough to restrict yourself to having ONE Pokemon outside of their ball at a time. Held Items are not typically allowed, unless they are special items specifically for a species, but prior permission must be obtained before these can be used. Additionally, one of the local companies around is capable of providing Mega Rings or Bracelets, but any trainer wishing to use Mega Evolution is highly recommended to already be capable of it before arriving, unless you came to Altair to learn how, in which case you'll need to be certified first to ensure the safety of both yourself and your Pokemon. Also, I'm not sure I need to mention this, but feel free to use up to EIGHT moves with each Pokemon. Variety is the spice of life, after all! In battle, it can be quite exciting and chaotic, but if you restrict yourself to up to TWO moves at a time maximum, you'll find the flow of battle is much more conducive to both sides. And lastly, the Palladion Ridge is publicly available for anyone with capable Pokemon. Just be warned, the wildlife can be dangerous, too! If your strength is not high overall, we recommend hiring a guide from the tourism department to ensure your safety. When traveling, please tag your activities with the location you're at, so we know where you are should anything happen. To maintain our ecosystem, catching Pokemon will be restricted to only once in a while, but there won't be any hard-set limits. We know you're all excited to travel and see new things, so please just be courteous to our region. Thanks!


4. Portfolio Updates Are Free

Don't be afraid of asking for a change to your profile! If something needs to be edited, just let me know and I can make requested changes to your account in our database for no charge at all, I'll be happy to help. It's part of my job, after all. Don't do it yourself though, we don't want to cause any problems, especially if I'm not aware of a difference in the data.


5. No Passport Limits

If you want to get your friends to visit Altair, please feel free! There are no limits on how many people you can bring, but each will still be required to go through the approval process as per usual. Just make sure you don't lose track, a bigger crowd will require more care and attention. Be responsible, and things will be fine.


6. If You Need Help, Ask!

Not everything is going to be covered by a guide! We can't predict everything you think, say, or do. If you have any questions that you can't find an answer to, help is always available. By asking on the Discord server, you can get a timely response for whatever you need.

Main Guide — Locations


Now that you're done with your paperwork, let me give you a rundown of the list of locations within the Altair Region:


Altair City — The titular city of the small Altair Region, it's quite the massive metropolis, making up a significant portion of the region. The majority of the city sits on a small plateau overlooking much of the northern basin region, with varying elevation as the south end lies waterside.

• Andromeda Stadium — The official location of the Pokemon competitions in Altair City, this electrifying stadium is located in the northwestern area, and plays host to ecstatic crowds on the regular. Having recently finished new renovations, it's the de facto place to be, for residents and travelers alike.
  
• Sirius Park — The very large public park, located in the center of the city. It exudes a very relaxing atmosphere, and remains a place where any and all individuals are welcome to stay and interact with others. A relatively calm place, though it is quite a popular locale for practice battles.
• Rigel Ward — The most populous, cheerful sector of Altair City situated on its western side. It's bustling with life and energy, and lots of local businesses draw customers and activity to the Ward. The area most often depicted on postcards.
• Deneb Ward — A comparatively melancholy sector of Altair City on the eastern side; With less maintenance and life, it's become somewhat worn down over the years. Plays host to the urban slums within the area, but has begun efforts to pick itself up off the ground lately.
• Vega Ward — A quiet, more orderly Ward of Altair City situated at the south end. The efficient and seemingly routine manner that this Ward is run feels different from the rest of the city. However, it has a very active but hidden nightlife scene, and the residents especially know how to keep the pace going. Non-commercial companies often locate their buildings here.
• Latona Heights — The wealthier, more extravagant sector of Altair City in the northern area, with an abundance of upper-echelon attractions and features all around. The goods and services here are nothing but top-quality, with appropriate manners to match.
• Eltanin Bay — Altair City's local wharf, located on its southwestern end that extends out towards the ocean. A high activity, high spirit location, the workers here have a lot of tasks considering the size of Altair City, but will always take the time to extend a helping hand to those in need.

Palladion Ridge — A wide, expansive mountain range that runs from Altair City's northwest to southeast, host to a variety of diverse locales, and as a result, plays host to an equally diverse number of Pokemon species.

• Arcturus Valley makes up the bulk of the region, as a lowland flood plains nestled in the mountain range's basin.
  
• Avior Forest is a tranquil yet mysterious locale, found just outside Altair City to its east and expanding outwards, leading to Arcturus Valley. The still air and maze-like layout have led to the land remaining largely unexplored, with most simply opting for the established path. It is said that rare Pokemon live in its deepest parts.
• Canopus Peak is the highest mountain in Palladion Ridge, and by extension the entire Altair region. Located in the far north, it's covered with snow and ice year-round, providing a stable home for its host of Ice-type Pokemon. For those not as suited to the weather, the mountain's jagged nature and cave system also provides slightly warmer shelter.
• A massively expansive and extensive cave system runs deep below the majority of the entire Palladion Ridge, called the Antares Cavern. It is typically accessed through cave openings in many of the mountains in the area. Rumors say that the deeper parts contain an abundance of hidden treasures. Most of it still remains unmapped due to its size, so please be careful!
• Mount Regulus stands in the eastern section of the Palladion Ridge, playing home to the lone active volcano within the Altair region. Fortunately, it remains a stable and calm one, with its constant volcanic activity simply simmering inside. The enriching environment is conducive to healthy growth for the abundance of Fire-types living inside.
• An eerie, abandoned power plant named Procyon Lab sits in the western ridge. Almost nobody knows of its history, and the few that still do seem to have no intention of sharing.
• A relic of the ancient past, the Alkaid Tower feels more like an elevated ruins, and lies on a plateau in the northeast area of the Palladion Ridge, and while it stands tall, it also extends rather deep underground. There is some ancient writing on the walls that only the most serious archaeologists have been able to even begin translating.

Kapteyn Island — A remote and largely natural locale nearby in the ocean, within eyesight from Altair City's southwest end. Its preserved natural landscape has allowed the local variety of species to flourish. It is home to a small village on the northeast end of the island, accessible by a short ferry ride from Eltanin Bay.

• Capella Town was built on the open plain by the shores, neighboring the jungle permeating most of the island. Friendly and welcoming residents along with the abundance of natural attractions make this a popular place for travelers to visit.
  
• Eltanin Plateau is a diverse expanse covering much of Kapteyn Island, the interesting result of its specific location making it a high-elevation rainforest. Its relative difficulty to access has left it largely untouched, and offers explorers and trainers alike with a wonderful environment to marvel at.
• Spica Cove is a calm locale by the waterside nestled away under the plateau; it is protected from almost all outside forces of nature, leaving it an incredibly peaceful location. The wildlife here lives in relative harmony, and provides shelter to many weary Pokemon and travelers looking for a break.