Pokemon Black and White
Pokemon Black and White

All Item Locations in Pokemon Black and White

Find all crucial items, TMs, HMs, and treasures across the Unova region with this Pokemon Black and White item location guide. Collect valuable gear for your j.

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Item Locations

Welcome, aspiring Pokémon Trainer, to the comprehensive guide for item acquisition in the Unova region! This section details the precise locations of crucial items, TMs, HMs, and valuable treasures that will aid you on your journey to become the Pokémon League Champion. Remember, thorough exploration is key, so don't be afraid to interact with every NPC and investigate every suspicious-looking tile!

Early Game Essentials (Accumula Town to Nacrene City)

The beginning of your adventure is critical for stocking up on vital supplies. Pay close attention to these early finds:

  • Potion: You'll receive your first Potion from your Mom in Nuvema Town before you even leave. Another can be found in a Poké Ball on the ground in Route 1, just north of Nuvema Town.
  • Poké Balls: Cheren will give you 10 Poké Balls in Accumula Town after your first battle with him. Additionally, the first Pokémon Center in Accumula Town sells them.
  • Antidote: Look for a hidden Antidote near the entrance of Accumula Town, tucked away behind a tree on the left side.
  • Paralyze Heal: In Striaton City, after defeating the Gym Leaders, head to the house directly west of the Pokémon Center. Speak to the woman inside to receive a Paralyze Heal.
  • TM94 (Rock Smash): This essential HM-like move is given to you by a Hiker in the Striaton City Pokémon Center after you've defeated the Gym Leaders. It's crucial for clearing certain obstacles.
  • Great Ball: On Route 2, just before the entrance to the Dreamyard, you'll find a Great Ball in a Poké Ball item on the ground.
  • Awakening: Inside the Dreamyard, navigate through the tall grass on the lower level. An Awakening is waiting for you in a visible Poké Ball.
  • Super Potion: In the Dreamyard, after helping Fennel with her Munna, she will give you a Super Potion as a reward.
  • TM83 (Work Up): After helping Fennel, she will also reward you with TM83, a stat-boosting move.
  • Heal Ball: In Nacrene City, check the alleyway behind the Pokémon Center. A Heal Ball is hidden there.
  • Dowsing Machine: This invaluable item, which helps locate hidden items, is given to you by your Mom in Striaton City after you've delivered the parcel to Fennel.

Mid-Game Treasures (Castelia City to Icirrus City)

As you progress, the items become more specialized and powerful. Don't miss these opportunities to strengthen your team:

  • Exp. Share: In Castelia City, enter the building directly to the left of the Pokémon Center. Speak to the scientist on the second floor, and he will give you the Exp. Share. This is incredibly useful for leveling up weaker Pokémon.
  • Scope Lens: On the third floor of the Castelia City Battle Company building (the skyscraper with the globe in front), speak to the Janitor. He will give you a Scope Lens, which boosts critical hit ratio.
  • Quick Claw: Also in Castelia City, within the narrow alleyway behind the Castelia Gym, you'll find a Quick Claw. This item occasionally allows the holder to move first.
  • TM46 (Thief): In the Castelia Sewers, after defeating the Team Plasma Grunts with Burgh, you'll find TM46 in a Poké Ball on the ground in the eastern section.
  • Leftovers: Head to the Castelia City Central Plaza. On the far left side, near the fountain, you'll find a hidden Leftovers. Use your Dowsing Machine!
  • TM70 (Flash): In the Relic Passage, after entering from Castelia City, take the first path to the right. TM70 is in a Poké Ball.
  • Super Rod: In Driftveil City, enter the house directly to the left of the Pokémon Center. Speak to the Fisherman inside, and he will give you the Super Rod.
  • TM78 (Bulldoze): After defeating Clay in the Driftveil Gym, he will give you TM78.
  • Rare Candy: In the Cold Storage area of Driftveil City, navigate to the far western side. A Rare Candy is located in a visible Poké Ball.
  • TM04 (Calm Mind): In Mistralton City, enter the house directly north of the Pokémon Center. Speak to the woman inside to receive TM04.
  • TM58 (Sky Drop): After defeating Skyla in the Mistralton Gym, she will give you TM58.
  • Max Revive: On Route 7, near the Celestial Tower entrance, there's a Max Revive hidden in the tall grass.
  • Full Restore: At the top of Celestial Tower, after ringing the bell, a Full Restore will appear in a Poké Ball.
  • TM19 (Telekinesis): In Icirrus City, enter the house to the far west. Speak to the woman inside to receive TM19.

Late Game Power-Ups (Opelucid City to Pokémon League)

These items are crucial for the challenges ahead, including the Elite Four and N:

  • TM03 (Psyshock): In Opelucid City, after defeating Drayden/Iris, they will give you TM03.
  • Black Flute: On Route 10, just before Victory Road, you'll find a Black Flute in a visible Poké Ball.
  • White Flute: Also on Route 10, further along the path towards Victory Road, a White Flute is in a visible Poké Ball.
  • Focus Sash: In Victory Road, on the second floor, navigate to the northern part of the area. A Focus Sash is located in a visible Poké Ball.
  • Leftovers (Second): Inside N's Castle, after defeating the Elite Four, navigate to the kitchen area. A second Leftovers is hidden in a trash can.
  • Choice Scarf: In the Dragonspiral Tower, on the top floor, you'll find a Choice Scarf in a visible Poké Ball. This is only accessible after the main story.
  • Life Orb: After completing the main story, head to the Moor of Icirrus. A Life Orb is hidden in the tall grass in the northern section. Use your Dowsing Machine!

Hidden Machine (HM) Locations

HMs are vital for navigating the Unova region. Ensure you acquire them all:

  1. HM01 (Cut): Given to you by Fennel in the Dreamyard after you help her with Munna.
  2. HM02 (Fly): Given to you by Bianca's father in Driftveil City after you defeat Clay.
  3. HM03 (Surf): Given to you by Alder in Twist Mountain after you help him with the Team Plasma Grunts.
  4. HM04 (Strength): Given to you by a Biker in Nimbasa City, in the house next to the Ferris Wheel.
  5. HM05 (Waterfall): Given to you by a woman in the Pokémon Center of Route 18.
  6. HM06 (Dive): Given to you by a swimmer in Undella Town after you defeat the Elite Four.

This detailed list should equip you with the knowledge to find many of Unova's most valuable items. Remember to always keep an eye out for sparkling spots on the ground, interact with every NPC, and utilize your Dowsing Machine frequently for hidden treasures!