The Lanorae codex is the ultimate source of recommended and required reading for guests and members alike. Here is where all rules are posted as well as in-depth guides concerning occupation options, our breeding system, and other things. In addition, this is where all information on the region can be found, including lore, biographies on various npc characters, and more. Any updates made here will normally be announced so that everyone is fully aware of them and, of course, if at any point in time you feel confused or have a question, feel free to pm one of the staff members. We're here to help after all!

Sub-boards: Rules and Information, Guides and Articles, People of Lanorae, Lanorae Archives

All major updates concerning things like plots, large changes to the site, important member polls, and likewise will be found here. In addition, this board also hosts the Lanorae Times, a newsletter that generally features updates from the in-character side of Lanorae as well as member submissions.

Lanorae Times News Archive

Sub-boards: LANORAE TIMES, NEWS ARCHIVE

If you have a general question you need answered, here is where you can post it and a member who can answer it will respond as soon as they are able. In addition, there is also a separate board available for any glitches or bugs you may find around the site. It should be noted that both of these boards are guest enabled.

Sub-board: Glitches & Bugs

If you have a suggestion or idea for how Lanorae's run, or a new feature to add to the site, here is where you may post it. All suggestions are reviewed by at least one staff member, so even if it's not accepted we'll let you know. Of course, even if you see something may have been rejected, if you have a new take on it feel free to suggest it again. In addition, this board is guest enabled.

The general board is where most ― if not all ― out of character chats can be placed. Make sure you stop in and give a quick look! After all, chatting is the best way to meet people around here! However, if you see another board that is better suited for your subject, like putting artwork in the art board, then please do so!

Almost everyone has a slight artistic touch, and even if you don't that's plenty of excuse to gain one! Feel free to post whatever artwork, writing, spriting, ect. you want here for feedback or just for general comments. Just make sure you keep everything under a PG-13 rating.

Here is where all contests will be hosted, be it a spriting contest or something completely new or different! You do get rewarded if you win, so make sure you enter as much as possible! After all, who wouldn't love extra money, items, and perhaps even Pokemon? Promotions, or giveaways, are also posted here, an even better excuse for walking away with free things, right?

Sub-board: Member of the Month

Here is where the staff of Lanorae come to discuss new events, features, and other things that could affect the site on a large scale. Only the staff have access to it, though of course, this is so everything that comes to our members is a complete surprise.

Once your character has been accepted, they will be moved to the appropriate sub-board located within this board. The board they will be moved to is dependent on their primary occupation, meaning that even if your character happens to multi-class they will still be found under their primary. Remember that so you don't lose track of where they can be found!

Sub-boards: Trainers, Coordinators, Breeders, Rangers, Omega Syndicate

While computers are by no means common in the Lanorae region, and particularly advanced ones are nonexistant, there is still a Pokemon storage system available to some extent. Here is where you may keep track of the Pokemon, items, and whatever other accomplishments your character has made. Of course, you have the option of either using this board or simply keeping this information with your profile, though it's recommended to make use of separate PC threads. After all, you never know when an accidental slip-up while making a change may result in a deleted profile.

There's really a lot more you can do to express and develop your characters. While the boards located here are optional, they allow for ways to really round off that character you just created. Extra things to do with characters may be added here at any time and, of course, we always take suggestions for new boards. Just try to keep everything more-or-less up to date if you can!

Sub-boards: Character Journals, Plotting, Pokémon Profiles

A lush field of high grasses makes up route one. The cool breezes of the nearby sea can still be felt as you make your way along the dirt trails, and the grasses are always in a symphony of rustling melody. Many normal Pokémon can be found here, along with other aspiring trainers that you may have the chance to battle, at least if you manage to find someone else that's taking your path through the vast meadow. Generally this is the first stop for many that choose a starter from Konika Village as it's the most straight-forward path to the following cities and also provides numerous opportunities for easy training, though there are always people that go against the normal expectations.

While not quite as small as Konika Village, Purity Valley is still a humble little town that is bordered by high hills and the Mistwood Forest in the distance. It is what would be described as a quaint Victorian settlement, with simple homes that are situated side by side, and beautiful plants and trees growing in arranged patterns. The power for the town is largely supplied by the windmills that are positioned close to it, and this town is also well known for its association with flying, which is brought on by the resident gym leader, Angela.

Sub-boards: The Purity Valley Hanger, The Pokémon Centre

A once beautiful and tranquil forest, Mistwood has since changed to the murky expanse of gnarled trees most of this generation are familiar with. It was once called Autumngreene, however, when the mysterious mists began to envelope the dark trees and mysterious disappearances became more and more frequent the name was changed. A warning has been placed at its entrance and inside the supposed 'source' of the mysterious mists rest, a large lake which is found at the very center. Perhaps you will be the one to unlock the mystery behind Mistwood's change?

Sub-boards: Lake of Souls, Forgotten Mansion

Elnthim City is one of the largest and most industrialized cities in the Lanorae region. The homes here more like apartments and placed close together to a point where very little natural grasses really have a chance to grow. The streets are generally filled with steam-powered vehicles and large masses of people, and its very easy to get lost amongst the turmoil. The buildings located near Mistwood Forest are, curiously enough, quite often rundown and boarded up, and it makes a gradual transition into the industrial district where factories are always hard at work. Unfortunately, the mass industrialization of the city means that smog and smoke are quite common, and as a result the city tends to look rather dreary.

Sub-board: The Sewers

The industrial nature of the nearby Elnthim City has had an obvious effect on the nearby route of ashen pass. While it was once an expanse of grassland and trees, pollution from the city has poisoned it over the years. The route has since become a charred wasteland as fires caught hold of the dying grasses, and many of the original Pokemon have since left. Instead, fire and poison types have made this devastated area their home.

Magolia Town has been a town of constant protest to the ravaged route that leads to it. While the ashen pass is a barren plain of death, Magolia is a sight of beautiful flowers and fragrances. At the head of the appeal is Coleen, the resident gym leader, who's utmost passion is that of gardening. The town overall is fairly welcoming, at least most who dwell there are. There are some people who don't take kindly to people who blemish their plants, even if it's just an accidental step.

Sub-board: The Greenhouse

Similar to its supposed sister route, High Prairie, Wildflower Plains is a large expanse of rolling hills with very few trees in sight. Wildflowers cover almost ever inch of the area and, in the distance, a small farmhouse is visible. It belongs to the Winthrows, a rather well known and friendly family of farmers. Most people welcome their arrival to this route, not only because it's beautiful, but also because the air is marvelously clean and fresh, unlike the previous route of Ashen Pass.

Sub-board: Winthrow Farmhouse

Oakwood Grove is another fairly small town. Like Konika Village it is a popular location for the elderly to move to to live out the rest of their days in retirement, though it's not nearly as busy as Konika tends to be. Most of the town is heavily shaded by the canopies of large oak trees, with the largest of them all located in the center of town, which are what the area's named for. It's really a beautiful location for trainers to just sit back and relax, though this natural beauty is also what inspired many to construct a contest hall in the last decade or so. Beyond the town the path splits, and trainers must choose to either go through the Cave of Shiloh or take the Oceanside Road.

Oceanside Road consists of a well-worn path winding along the edge of the sea. This is a popular stop because of the warm sun and the gentle waves that normally lap against the shore, and people can normally be seen swimming in the warm waters. This is believed to be the home of the rare Pokemon, Lapras, and a fishing dock extends off the path for those that wish to try their hand at the sport.

Sub-board: Fishing Dock

Sub-board: elemental mines

Thriftone City is the largest port town in the region, even hosting its own gym in addition to its large harbour. Most of the buildings seem to be of a much larger, skyscraper category, and the Geographic History Museum that is situated here is also the base to the resident Valence Mining Corporation. The gym leader, Marius, is a master of water element Pokemon and has been known to put on shows in the streets of Thriftone to help fund charities in the Lanorae region. another popular aspect seems to be the contests that take place here as well, making it a popular location for coordinators.

There are two possible ways to navigate the expanse of deep ocean, the first of which being considered the easier. You can either take a ship from Thriftone City, provided you have a boarding pass, or can sail across the water on the back of a Pokemon with the HM Surf. Either way, you can be sure you'll find challenges along the route.

Port Town is quite possibly the least technologically advanced town in the Lanorae region. Still a victim of pirate attacks, and lacking in electricity, it is actually quite a dangerous spot to stay for too long. Even the Pokemon Center doesn't have the technology that most have, the nurses that work there having to resort to older methods of healing, such as herbs. However, their docks are, strangely enough, made for the more advanced ships of Thriftone City and other towns to dock in, accompanied by the wooden sail ships of their own town.

Lua Lake is a rather tropical area, the shores decorated by exotic trees of many types, and the same goes for the Pokemon that are found here. Across the glittering surface on the far shore rests ancient monuments and temples, their origins and legends long forgotten. However, they do seem to be a popular spot for treasure hunters.

Sub-board: Ancient Ruins

Though considerably more advanced than the previous town of Port Town, Rashin Village is still rather dependent on older technology. They cannot tap into the region-wide power supply and, therefore, have their own source of energy in the form of a large watermill located in the nearby Rashin River. If you manage to beat the gym leader, Shar, he will present you with the Thunderstom badge and, like previous leaders, a few gifts of his choosing. From the outskirts of Rashin Village, you can either pursue the river it's named for, the Rashin River, or brave the overgrown expanses of the Reinic Forest.

It truly takes an expert hand to control a raft down the swift, white water expanses of Rashin River. Fortunately, rocky ledges border the unforgiving turmoil, allowing a slightly safer passage through the route. Surprisingly enough, many Pokemon have found this route to be a favorable home, despite the dangers the swift moving waters hold.

Perhaps better named the Reinic 'Rainforest', the Reinic Forest in a rather large expanse of overgrown foliage that is considered rather hard to find a path through. Indeed, many people have attempted to pave a path, however, the forest seems to just grow over it, at rather alarming speed. Perhaps this has something to do with the legends of a large avian that is said to make this forest it's home.

A rather beautiful seaside location, Rampage Bay, however, does have its unique oddities. For some reason, it seems that the houses located here are situated on raised foundations that require stairs to allow you entrance to the buildings. Quite the curious thing.

A rather treacherous path if you don't know how to navigate the swiftly changing currents and fearsome whirlpools of this route, the Sea of Currents is, nevertheless, a sanctuary for numerous strong water type Pokemon. Large creatures such as Wailmer are a rather common sight in the area, however, as are large predators such as Sharpedo.

Abyss Island is believed to be a small section of land that has since broken away from the main island of Raesina over the last few thousand years. Since its separation, numerous caverns have formed beneath its surface, creating an expansive maze that few, even the citizens of the island, dare to attempt.

Sub-board: Benthic Caverns

The welcome beginning that symbolizes your return to the Lanorae mainland; Lune Lagoon is a large, open bay that borders Dark City, and is well-known for its supposed connection with the moon. Some say different images can be seen glowing on its surface during solar eclipses, as the water actually caught the moonlight within its depths.

A solemn and extremely removed town, not many of the residents of Darkhaven are overly welcome to outsiders. Whispers of superstition and foul play are common among the dark streets, and only the dimmest sunlight seems to be able to pierce through the leaves of the trees that overhang the city. The houses here are small and sparce, their interiors normally dim. It's a dark place indeed.

The large, hilly expanses of the Haunted Downs is quite a dramatic change from the tree embraced streets of Dark City. Tombstones rise in uneven intervals throughout the route, and ghosts are said to patrol the dark shadows of the downs, waiting for those unexpecting enough to stray to far from the path. Hidden amongst the tombstones lies a hidden tower, one that some believe contains the tortured souls of the living. After all, howls are said to radiate from its interior.

Sub-board: Howling Tower

Rising from low-lying mounds or earth that make up the Haunted Downs is a small mountain, which is believed to be a long-known refuge for those with spiritual power. Many decades ago, a small village was built around the peak of the mountain, and slowly prospered over the years. However, the reasoning why people wished to move to such a forboding place, even enough to build a gym, is quite unknown.

Despite the steadily growing heat that makes most plant-life beyond Odyssey Peak unable to grow, the Eternal Forest still flourishes year round. The lush, green leaves never fall, even during the autumn months as it's believed an ancient guardian makes this forest its home and allowed the foliage to prosper. The Eternal Forest is one of the two paths to the Peak of Rebirth.

Sub-board: Healer's Home

The second of the two paths that lead from Odyssey Peak, Dying Pass clearly displays the effects the increasing heat has on the surrounding environment. Only the sparsest grasses grow in the hardened lava that once flowed through the area many years ago, and this path has since become a haven for fire types.

Past both routes of the Eternal Forest and Dying Pass, another mountain rises high into the air. Once an active volcano, this peak has long since fell into a deep slumber, allowing a civilization to be built upon it. The people that have chosen to live amongst the fiery air place much faith in bird of rebirth, Ho-oh, and a shrine has even been erected in its honor amongst the hardened magma of the inner crater.

Sub-board: Phoenix Shrine

Extending downward into the very heart of the Peak of Rebirth is Core Cave, an ancient network of magma caves that were formed long ago. Since then the magma has hardened, but the heat radiating from the flowing fires still remains as obvious as it once did. The sheer heat caused by the caves makes it a sanctuary for fire types, however, for ordinary humans it is difficult to pass through the extreme heat without the aide of strong water Pokemon to cool the air.

Located just outside the exit of Core Cave, Leerah City is a bustling town that is dedicated to forging jewelry and other arts with the large amounts of igneous rock that can be found in the area. Due to the popularity the city is known to receive a young man by the name of Lawrence (though more commonly known as Axel) was chosen to build a gym in the city. He has a fiery passion for the element of fire, and his constant puns and jokes normally provide the perfect distraction for his would-be challengers.

Unlike most of the surrounding area, lava flows are still quite common to see on this route. They bubble up from far beneath the earth, providing dangerous hazards for those who do not step carefully enough to avoid the burning rivers. Fortunately, the Lava Flows are the last of the dangerous fires, and instead the climate will soon turn to a drier heat.

As the heat radiating from the ground beneath, the heat caused by the sun increases. Onyx Village is located on the outskirts of the Dekir Desert, the last location for travelers to stop and gather supplies before the expansive route that leads further into the shifting sands. Until the next city, Onyx is the only source of water.

A world of shifting sands and harsh sunlight makes up the Dekir Desert as it is entered through the Arid Pass. Though many have tried, the sudden sandstorms of the region have made paved roads and paths useless for they easily get covered by the sand that spills into the pass. Fortunately, large rocks provide enough shade to make the heat bearable if one rests every now and again.

Sub-board: Canyon of the Ancients

A city that has since kept the ancient ways of the desert, most of the buildings here are made from sandstone bricks or carved into the very rock that makes of the large cliff the city is nestled under. No technology resides in the city, and all healing centers and marts are managed by the old ways, using and selling herbs rather than machinery. However, it seems that they have still allowed the tradition of Pokemon training, for a gym in fact resides here. However, it is probably more accurately described as a palace where the young woman Cleopatra resides.

To the outskirts of Heiro City resides a valley that seems to be consumed eternally by a never ending sandstorm. Rock formations and debris that could be visible one moment can be gone in the span of a few hours, making rest while one wanders through this whirling expanse almost impossible.

The soft waves splashing in the inlet bordering Callen Village is a sure sign that the Dekir Desert has finally come to an end. The temperatures surrounding the simple, one-story houses have rather drastically dropped compared to the temperatures found in the actual desert, and the chilly waters further out to see take up more than their fair share of the blame for such a climate change.

Surprisingly frigid waters lay off the coast of the Dekir desert, and large icebergs loom threateningly up into the grey skies. On the rare occasions that sunlight manages to pierce the snowclouds above, the large towers of ice sparkle brilliantly with an aurora of color. From here on out until you pass through these wintery lands, it's suggested you bundle up!

Located along the coast of Glacin Isle, Glacion Village is a small fishing town that primarily harvests the fish found deep below the ice. Though electricity is available here, most homes instead use wood fires for heat. Really, the only building that seems to use the energy is the local Pokemon Center.

The large network of ice caves rightly named Crystal Cavern stands between Glacion Village and the next town of Snowfall Valley. Carved out long ago during the last ice age of the Lanorae region, ancient preserved Pokemon can sometimes be found deep inside the ice walls. The chilly interior of the caves are hard to warm, even by the flames of fire types, so you'd better be prepared to face a hard trek.

A small yet homely town that's forever covered in a thick blanket of snow. Many that live here have learned to distract themselves from the chilly temperatures by growing to accept numerous winter traditions, such as sledding races and snowman building contests, along with rituals that originate much further back in history.

The sea drops downward at an almost horizontal incline right off the isle, leaving a long plunge for one to take if they don't realize how deep the water is. A chasm was ripped open in the sea floor long ago, creating the Abyssal Trench, which has since been a popular study for researchers world wide. Though its a fairly straightforward crossing along the surface, the real mysteries linger far beneath the waves.

A relatively small town that seems to be dedicated to dragon Pokemon, like much of the island already is. The locals here are well-versed in dragon lore, especially concerning the legendary dragons of the Lanorae region. Most are willing to open up and share their secrets, however, some of the darker legends remain hushed most of the time.

A rather rocky crag that's hard to navigate makes up the expanse of Drake Path. As the name suggests, the route is home to numerous dragon Pokemon, however, some people have been known to traverse the entire route without finding a single one to add to their teams. Cautious creatures by nature, even here the dragons keep their locations secret until they find the individual they deem worthy.

Unlike most other Lanorae cities, Drahelm City has designed a large wall that wraps around the entire town. The only entrance is by one of two gateways, one that branches off Drake Path, and the other that continues on to the next route after the city. However, there is the option of sneaking in through the underground waterways, though if you were to do that you'd better be on the lookout for guards throughout the interior of the city. After all, you haven't gained clearance now have you? The bearer of the eighth badge, Cordin, also resides here.

A rather curious location located on the outskirts of Drahelm City, Heaven's Hand is an enormous mountain that stretches high into the clouds above. Though it is not necessary for one to climb to the peak to pass, numerous mysteries surround the mountain's origin, some of which could perhaps be solved if one were to reach the peak.

The final city and resting stop before the final challenge against the most renowned trainers in the region. Kirona City plays host to numerous experienced trainers from throughout the region, some of which still anxious to tune up their teams before the trek through Darshira Tunnel, and some that will happily provide advice for those wishing to push onward. Even though the city doesn't have much as far as 'attractions' go, you may do well to hang around for a while and gather knowledge you may need for your upcoming battles.

The final challenge before you can prove yourself against the masters; Darshira Tunnel consists of an expansive maze of trials, such as waterfalls and mazes, that are meant to challenge your Pokemon as well as yourself. The Pokemon found roaming wild in these caverns are extremely strong and aggressive, attacking most they see. If you're hoping to pass through the caves unchallenged, think again.

Who doesn't love to experience the innocence of baby Pokemon playing under watchful eyes, or the easy training that can come from leaving your precious Pokemon under the guidance of the right people? Both of these opportunities are available here in the joint breeding centre and daycare, however, please note that, though they are in the same building, breeding and training are separate activities.

Sub-boards: Daycare, Breeding Centre

Sub-boards: The Battle Pit, the wishing stone, the seviper's hoard

Nothing wakes you up like participating in a good battle, which is what the Pokémon stadium focuses on bringing to trainers. You can either face another member here, or fight one of the many NPC trainers that can be found roaming through the stands, it's your choice. The advantage? Well, what's better than helping your Pokémon to grow and possibly gain other prizes along the way?

Sub-board: The Battle Field

All finished or inactive threads that have been posted in the Lanorae region in order to roleplay will be moved here for future reference. If you wish to revive a thread please contact a staff member.

Sub-board: Character Archives