- Pokemon Rejuvenation V13.5: Navigate the Sheridan Village arc and hidden rifts.
- Shadow Side quests: Complete the hidden game sequences in the mysterious dimension.
- Character closure: Find emotional resolution for Melia, Ren, and Jenner.
- Battle prep: Optimize your team for the difficult battles ahead in East Gearen.
- Item locations: Discover critical items like Melia's destroyed bag and Sensei's notes.
Navigating Sheridan Village
The village serves as a hub for recovery and lore discovery following traumatic events. Upon arrival, the atmosphere feels peaceful but holds underlying tension regarding the local Sensei, who has secluded himself. Players must explore various houses to trigger key story events and find items that shed light on Melia's past.
Video Highlights:
- Exploration of Sheridan Village and interaction with grieving NPCs.
- Solving the mysterious "Funny Games" puzzles in the hidden dimension.
- Encountering the character Nim and navigating reality distortion.
- Finding the destroyed bag and processing the emotional narrative beats.
Talk to every NPC twice. Many villagers in Sheridan offer different dialogue after you interact with specific objects or complete side quests, revealing hints about where to find Sensei.
| Location | Key Item / NPC | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Inn (Northeast) | Innkeeper | Rest and recover HP/Status |
| Sensei's House | Locked Door | Main quest progression point |
| Jenner's House | Melia's Audition Tape | Lore and character backstory |
| Cave Entrance | Rift Warning | Access to the "Funny Games" |
The Shadow Side: Funny Games
After investigating the village and the cave, you will be pulled into a distorted reality by a character named Nim. This section forces you to participate in three mini-games to proceed. Success in these games is not just about winning; it is about proving your mental fortitude.
Rock Smashing Puzzle
In the first game, you must find a "special purple pebble" hidden within a group of rocks. Use Rock Smash on the rocks located in the middle of the path. The text confirms you found a pebble only after destroying the correct rock.
Spot the Fake Tree
The second game requires identifying a fake tree among real ones. Walk around and interact with the trees. The fake tree will often shout "Photosynthesis" when you are near it. Attack this specific tree to win.
Battle Against Nim
The final challenge is a battle against Nim. Nim uses a balanced team. Focus on exploiting type weaknesses. After winning the battle, answer Nim's question truthfully to conclude the event and return to the village.
Nim's team includes diverse types. Ensure your party has a variety of move types (Water, Grass, Electric, Fire) to handle unexpected threats.
| Game | Difficulty | Key Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Smash | Easy | Smash rocks in the center of the area. |
| Fake Tree | Medium | Listen for the word "Photosynthesis". |
| Trainer Battle | Hard | Use type advantages and healing items. |
Finding Closure and Items
Returning from the distorted reality, you gain access to previously locked areas, notably Jenner's house. Here, the narrative focuses on the relationship between Jenner and Melia. Finding Melia's destroyed bag is a pivotal moment, confirming the tragic fate of her friend in the rift.
You must also gather specific items to progress the main story and complete the village's sub-quests.
Melia's Audition Tape
Found in Jenner's house, this item triggers a flashback showing Melia's energetic personality and her father's support. It provides deep lore regarding the Normal-Type Gym leader application.
Sensei's Notes
Located in various parts of the village, these notes explain the Sensei's depression and the history of the village's unity. They are essential for unlocking the final door.
The letters between Jenner and Melia reveal that Melia was incredibly self-conscious and relied heavily on her father's validation. This context adds weight to your journey.
| Item Name | Location | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Audition Tape | Jenner's House (Wardrobe) | Triggers cutscene / Lore |
| Acceptance Letter | Jenner's House (Table) | Confirms Gym Leader status |
| Movie Posters | Jenner's House (Walls) | Easter eggs referencing other games |
| Potions/Balls | Village Shop | Standard recovery supplies |
Team Preparation and Strategy
Before leaving Sheridan Village for East Gearen City, ensure your team is optimized. The events in Sheridan can be grueling, and the upcoming gym battles require specific type coverage.
Pre-Departure Checklist:
- Heal all Pokemon at the Pokemon Center
- Teach Rock Smash to a compatible Pokemon
- Evolve Starter Pokemon if possible
- Stock up on Super Potions and Antidotes
- Review team type coverage for Normal-types
If your starter is lagging behind, switch in higher-level reserves from your PC to balance experience gain. The "funny games" area provides good EXP for mid-level teams.
| Pokemon Role | Recommended Moves | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Sweeper | STAB Move, Coverage Move | For quickly clearing trainers |
| Tank | Status Moves, Recovery | To withstand Nim's hits |
| HM Slave | Rock Smash, Cut | Necessary for overworld navigation |
Walkthrough Summary and FAQ
This walkthrough covers the critical Sheridan Village arc in V13.5. For a full text-based guide covering 100% of the game content including item locations and puzzles, refer to dedicated community resources like BIGJRA's Walkthroughs, which is currently up-to-date with the V13.5 version.
Detailed written guides are invaluable for finding hidden items. Check BIGJRA's Website for comprehensive documentation on this version.
Q: How do I trigger the Nim event?
You must explore the cave near Sheridan Village and interact with the specific crevices. The event triggers automatically as part of the story progression after investigating the village.
Q: Where is the fake tree in the second game?
Walk around the cluster of trees until one of them displays dialogue saying 'Photosynthesis'. Attack that specific tree to complete the game.
Q: Can I save Melia in this version?
In Pokemon Rejuvenation V13.5, the events in the rift lead to a tragic outcome. Finding the destroyed bag confirms Melia's fate at this stage of the story.
Q: What level should I be for the Sheridan Village events?
Your team should ideally be in the mid-30s to handle the rift battles and Nim's team comfortably. Ensure your starter is evolved.