About the Hoenn Region
Hoenn is the third region in the Pokemon series, featured in Pokemon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald (2002-2004) and their 3DS remakes Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire (2014). Based on Kyushu, Japan, Hoenn is known for its tropical climate, abundant water routes, and the legendary Weather Trio.
Key features of Hoenn include:
- 135 New Pokemon: #252 Treecko to #386 Deoxys
- Abilities System: First generation to introduce Pokemon abilities
- Double Battles: Introduced as a standard battle format
- Weather Trio: Kyogre (Rain), Groudon (Drought), Rayquaza (Air Lock)
- Secret Bases: Customizable player hideouts
- Pokemon Contests: Beauty, Coolness, Cuteness competitions