Name

Lavender Town

General

Even before the infamous incident where Team Rocket murdered a Marowak and orphaned her child, Lavender Town is the center of countless conspiracy theories. Residents enjoy playing up their community's ominous reputation to visitors. The white hand is one of the most popular paranormal activities to mention. It's said that when a white hand hovers over a person's shoulder, they only have four days to live. There is nothing that can be done to prevent their death.

Some believe in a condition called Lavender Town Syndrome. One hundred years ago, a group of children mysteriously died after visiting Pokemon Tower to mourn a beloved Growlithe. Before passing on, one child claimed to have heard a mysterious melody. The children's deaths were then blamed on Lavender Town.

Evidence later revealed the children's deaths were the result of carbon monoxide poisoning rather than the settlement.

Notable People

Mr. Fuji

Mr. Fuji once worked as a scientist in the Pokemon Mansion on Cinnabar Island. When he offered to turn himself into the police due to playing a role in creating Mewtwo, many of the Lavender Town citizens vouched for him so he wouldn't be arrested. They greatly admired his work in taking care of abandoned and orphaned Pokemon, and video clips show a Cubone and Vulpix crying out in the next room while a policeman questioned him.

The investigation was dropped because Blaine, the Cinnabar Island Gym Leader, stepped in and was able to convince the League that his friend's remorse was genuine and he loved all the Pokemon he took in like his children.

Places of Interest

A. Kanto Radio Tower (formerly Pokemon Tower)

Pokemon Tower was thought to be haunted by the Pokemon buried there. Most 'hauntings' turned out to be tricks from mischievous Gastly and Haunter. However, the top floor was blocked by Marowak's ghost, who'd been murdered as she tried to protect her child. As Red ascended the tower to free Mr. Fuji from the clutches of Team Rocket, he calmed her spirit, and she departed for the afterlife.

Following Kanto's rapid industrialization, Pokemon Tower was transformed into the Kanto Radio Tower. All of the graves were moved to the House of Memories during the conversion. Mr. Fuji personally saw to it that workers treated the deceased with the utmost respect.

Access to upper floors is restricted to radio hosts and other workers only to prevent a takeover like the one staged by Neo-Team Rocket in Goldenrod City.

B. House of Memories

Mr. Fuji runs the new burial site. Everyone is welcome if they wish to pay their respects. The House of Memories is solemn but tranquil.

C. Lavender Volunteer Pokemon House

Mr. Fuji converted his own house into a place where he could take care of abandoned Pokemon. He never turns away a Pokemon or volunteer. It's the most recommended place in Kanto to earn volunteer hours or do community service.

Surrounding Areas

A. Rock Tunnel

Warning: Catch or teach a Pokemon in your party Flash!

Trainers must pass through Rock Tunnel if they're approaching Lavender Town from Cerulean City.

The League has forbidden any development in Rock Tunnel to preserve it as a habitat for Rock and Ground types. As a result, trainers must bring their own light sources. Teaching a Pokemon Flash is a far better option than using flashlights, since there's no need to bring extra batteries. In addition, Flash covers a wider area in multiple directions.

B. Silence Bridge

Many foreigners have mistaken Silence Bridge's name as a tribute to the deceased Pokemon due to Lavender Town's proximity. In truth, Silence Bridge received its name from local fishermen as a warning to travelers to remain quiet so they didn't disturb their favorite angling spots.