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''This article contains an item known as the "Secret Key", related to {{p|Rotom}}. For the item used in [[Kanto]] to open the [[Cinnabar Gym]], see [[List of key items in Generation I#Secret Key|here]] and [[List of key items in Generation III#Secret Key|here]].''
''This article contains an item known as the "Secret Key", related to {{p|Rotom}}. For the item used in [[Kanto]] to open the [[Cinnabar Gym]], see [[List of key items in Generation I#Secret Key|here]] and [[List of key items in Generation III#Secret Key|here]].''
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This is a list of all [[key items]] that are found in [[Generation IV]]. Please note that some of these are also part of the [[list of key items in Generation II]] due to {{game|Gold and Silver|s}} being [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|remade]], and several appear in multiple generations.
This is a list of all the [[key item]]s that are found in [[Generation IV]]. Please note that some of these are also part of the [[list of key items in Generation II]] due to {{game|Gold and Silver|s}} being [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|remade]], and several appear in multiple generations.


Some items are specific to a certain region, while others can be found in both [[Johto]] and [[Sinnoh]]. Those that can be will be indicated.
Some items are specific to a certain region, while others can be found in both [[Sinnoh]] and [[Johto]]/[[Kanto]].


==List of key items in Generation IV==
==Key items found in all Generation IV games==
===[[File:Bag Apricorn Case Sprite.png]] Apricorn Case===
*'''Japanese:''' ばんぎりケース ''Apricorn Case''
*'''Purpose:''' Carries [[Apricorn]]s and allows growth while traveling. Only available in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.
*'''Description:''' Currently unknown
*'''Location:''' {{rt|30}}
 
===[[Image:Bag Azure Flute Sprite.png]] [[Azure Flute]]===
*'''Japanese:''' てんかいのふえ ''Heaven Flute''
*'''Purpose:''' Plays a melody that's beyond this world; opens the stairway to an {{p|Arceus}} in the Hall of Origin.
*'''Description:''' A flute that puts out echoing sounds that do not seem to be of this world. It is unknown who made it.
*'''Location:''' Available only by [[Mystery Gift]] event.
 
===[[File:Bag Berry Planter Sprite.png]] Berry Planter===
*'''Japanese:''' きのみプランター ''Berry Planter''
*'''Purpose:''' Allows [[Berry]] growth while traveling. Only available in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.
*'''Description:''' Currently unknown
*'''Location:''' {{rt|36}}


===[[Image:Bag Bicycle Sprite.png]] [[Bicycle]]===
===[[Image:Bag Bicycle Sprite.png]] [[Bicycle]]===
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*'''Purpose:''' Allows for faster travel than walking or running. Players can press B to change between the two gear settings.
*'''Purpose:''' Allows for faster travel than walking or running. Players can press B to change between the two gear settings.
*'''Description:''' A folding Bicycle that enables much faster movement than the [[Running Shoes]].
*'''Description:''' A folding Bicycle that enables much faster movement than the [[Running Shoes]].
*'''Location:''' Given away by the owner of [[Rad Rickshaw's Cycle Shop]] in [[Eterna City]] after saving him from [[Team Galactic]].
*'''Location:'''
**'''Sinnoh:''' Given away by the owner of [[Rad Rickshaw's Cycle Shop]] in [[Eterna City]] after saving him from [[Team Galactic]].
**'''Johto:''' Given away by the owner of [[Miracle Cycle]] in [[Goldenrod City]].


===[[Image:Bag Coin Case Sprite.png]] [[Coin Case]]===
===[[Image:Bag Coin Case Sprite.png]] [[Coin Case]]===
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*'''Description:''' A case for holding Coins obtained at the Game Corner. It holds up to 50,000 Coins.
*'''Description:''' A case for holding Coins obtained at the Game Corner. It holds up to 50,000 Coins.
*'''Location:'''
*'''Location:'''
**'''Sinnoh:''' Given away by a [[clown]] in [[Veilstone City]].
**'''Johto:''' [[Underground Path (Goldenrod)|Goldenrod Underground]].
**'''Johto:''' [[Underground Path (Goldenrod)|Goldenrod Underground]].
**'''Sinnoh:''' Given away by a [[clown]] in [[Veilstone City]].
===[[Image:Coupon sprites.png]] Coupons 1, 2, and 3===
*'''Japanese:''' ひきかえけん1・2・3 ''Vouchers 1, 2, and 3''
*'''Purpose:''' Coupons needed to obtain the [[Pokétch]].
*'''Description:''' A coupon to be exchanged for a [[Pokémon]] Watch (Pokétch for short). Three coupons are needed.
*'''Location:''' Each of these is given out by a different [[clown]] in [[Jubilife City]]. They all have the same description, and function, but each has a different design on the ticket. They do not need to be collected in any specific order.
===[[Image:Bag Explorer Kit Sprite.png]] [[Explorer Kit]]===
*'''Japanese:''' たんけんセット ''Exploration Set''
*'''Purpose:''' Used for going into the [[Sinnoh]] [[The Underground|Underground]].
*'''Description:''' A bag filled with convenient tools for exploring. It provides access to the Underground.
*'''Location:''' Given away by the [[Underground Man]] in his house in [[Eterna City]].


===[[Image:Bag Fashion Case Sprite.png]] [[Fashion Case]]===
===[[File:Bag Fashion Case Sprite.png]] [[Fashion Case]]===
*'''Japanese:''' アクセサリーいれ ''Accessory Container''
*'''Japanese:''' アクセサリーいれ ''Accessory Container''
*'''Purpose:''' Stores [[Accessory|Accessories]] for [[Hearthome City]]'s [[Pokémon Super Contest|Super Contests]].
*'''Purpose:''' Stores [[Accessory|Accessories]] for [[Hearthome City]]'s [[Pokémon Super Contest|Super Contests]].
*'''Description:''' A fancy case for the tidy and organized storage of colorful [[Pokémon]] Accessories.
*'''Description:''' A fancy case for the tidy and organized storage of colorful [[Pokémon]] Accessories.
*'''Location:''' Given away by a man in [[Jubilife City]] after the player has defeated [[Team Galactic]] there.
*'''Location:'''
 
**'''Sinnoh:''' Given away by a man in [[Jubilife City]] after the player has defeated [[Team Galactic]] there.
===[[Image:Bag Galactic Key Sprite.png]] Galactic Key===
**'''Johto:''' Given by {{ga|Gold|Hibiki}}/{{ga|Kotone}} in the [[Goldenrod Underground]].
*'''Japanese:''' ギンガだんのカギ ''Team Galactic's Key''
*'''Purpose:''' Opens the door to the [[Team Galactic]] HQ in [[Veilstone City]].
*'''Description:''' A card key for disengaging security systems in the Galactic HQ. Losing it can result in punishment, apparently.
*'''Location:''' Found in the basement of [[Team Galactic HQ]].


===[[Image:Bag Gracidea Sprite.png]] [[Gracidea (flower)|Gracidea]]===
===[[Image:Bag Gracidea Sprite.png]] [[Gracidea (flower)|Gracidea]]===
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*'''Description:''' A flower sometimes bundled in bouquets to convey gratitude on special occasions like birthdays.
*'''Description:''' A flower sometimes bundled in bouquets to convey gratitude on special occasions like birthdays.
*'''Location:'''
*'''Location:'''
**'''Sinnoh:''' [[Floaroma Town]]; requires a [[fateful encounter]] {{p|Shaymin}} in the party ({{v2|Platinum}} only).
**'''Johto:''' [[Goldenrod City]]; requires a [[fateful encounter]] {{p|Shaymin}} in the party.
**'''Johto:''' [[Goldenrod City]]; requires a [[fateful encounter]] {{p|Shaymin}} in the party.
**'''Sinnoh:''' [[Floaroma Town]]; requires a [[fateful encounter]] {{p|Shaymin}} in the party ({{v2|Platinum}} only).


===[[Image:Bag Good Rod Sprite.png]] [[Good Rod]]===
===[[Image:Bag Good Rod Sprite.png]] [[Good Rod]]===
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*'''Location:''' Given away by a Fisherman on {{rt|209}}.
*'''Location:''' Given away by a Fisherman on {{rt|209}}.


===[[Image:Bag Journal Sprite.png]] Journal===
===[[Image:Bag Old Rod Sprite.png]] [[Old Rod]]===
*'''Japanese:''' ボロのつりざお ''Worn-out Fishing Rod''
*'''Purpose:''' Allows the player to [[fishing|fish]] in bodies of water.
*'''Description:''' An old and beat-up fishing rod. Use it by any body of water to fish for wild aquatic [[Pokémon]].
*'''Location:''' Given away by a [[Fisherman]] in the gatehouse between [[Jubilife City]] and {{rt|218}}.
 
===[[Image:Bag Pal Pad Sprite.png]] [[Pal Pad]]===
*'''Japanese:''' ともだちてちょう ''Friend Notepad''
*'''Purpose:''' Stores Friend Codes of other players.
*'''Description:''' A convenient notepad that is used for registering your friends and keeping a record of game play.
*'''Location:''' Given away by the attendant in the basement of any [[Pokémon Center]] after the first [[Badge]] has been won.
 
===[[Image:Bag Secret Potion Sprite.png]] [[SecretPotion]]===
*'''Japanese:''' ひでんのくすり ''Secret Medicine''
*'''Purpose:''' Cures the headaches of the {{p|Psyduck}} who were blocking the upper section of [[Route 210]].
*'''Description:''' A fantastic medicine dispensed by the pharmacy in [[Cianwood City]]. It fully heals a [[Pokémon]] of any ailment.
*'''Location:'''
**'''Sinnoh:''' Given away by [[Cynthia]] in [[Valor Lakefront]].
**'''Johto:''' Given away by the pharmacist in [[Cianwood City]].
 
===[[Image:Bag Super Rod Sprite.png]] [[Super Rod]]===
*'''Japanese:''' すごいつりざお ''Amazing Fishing Rod''
*'''Purpose:''' Allows the player to [[fishing|fish]] in bodies of water. Best Rod of all.
*'''Description:''' An awesome, high-tech fishing rod. Use it by any body of water to fish for wild aquatic Pokémon.
*'''Location:''' Given away by a [[Fisherman]] in the [[Fight Area]].
 
===[[Image:Bag Vs Recorder Sprite.png]] [[Vs. Recorder]]===
*'''Japanese:''' バトルレコーダー ''Battle Recorder''
*'''Purpose:''' Allows the player to record and replay battles, and send them over [[Global Trade Station|Nintendo Wi-Fi]]. Stores information on the player's [[Battle Point]]s and the [[Commemorative print|rewards]] obtained from defeating [[Frontier Brains]].
*'''Description:''' An amazing device that can record a battle either between friends or at a special battle facility.
*'''Location:''' Given away by [[Looker]] in [[Jubilife City]] ({{v2|Platinum}} only).
 
==Key items exclusive to Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum==
 
===[[File:Bag Azure Flute Sprite.png]] [[Azure Flute]]===
*'''Japanese:''' てんかいのふえ ''Heaven Flute''
*'''Purpose:''' Plays a melody that's beyond this world; opens the stairway to an {{p|Arceus}} in the Hall of Origin.
*'''Description:''' A flute that puts out echoing sounds that do not seem to be of this world. It is unknown who made it.
*'''Location:''' Available only by [[Mystery Gift]] event.
 
===[[File:Bag Coupon Sprite.png]] Coupons 1, 2, and 3===
*'''Japanese:''' ひきかえけん1・2・3 ''Vouchers 1, 2, and 3''
*'''Purpose:''' Coupons needed to obtain the [[Pokétch]].
*'''Description:''' A coupon to be exchanged for a [[Pokémon]] Watch (Pokétch for short). Three coupons are needed.
*'''Location:''' Each of these is given out by a different [[clown]] in [[Jubilife City]]. They all have the same description, and function, but each has a different design on the ticket. They do not need to be collected in any specific order.
 
===[[File:Bag Explorer Kit Sprite.png]] [[Explorer Kit]]===
*'''Japanese:''' たんけんセット ''Exploration Set''
*'''Purpose:''' Used for going into the [[Sinnoh]] [[The Underground|Underground]].
*'''Description:''' A bag filled with convenient tools for exploring. It provides access to the Underground.
*'''Location:''' Given away by the [[Underground Man]] in his house in [[Eterna City]].
 
===[[File:Bag Galactic Key Sprite.png]] Galactic Key===
*'''Japanese:''' ギンガだんのカギ ''Team Galactic's Key''
*'''Purpose:''' Opens the door to the [[Team Galactic]] HQ in [[Veilstone City]].
*'''Description:''' A card key for disengaging security systems in the Galactic HQ. Losing it can result in punishment, apparently.
*'''Location:''' Found in the basement of [[Team Galactic HQ]].
 
===[[File:Bag Journal Sprite.png]] Journal===
*'''Japanese:''' ぼうけんノート ''Adventure Notebook''
*'''Japanese:''' ぼうけんノート ''Adventure Notebook''
*'''Purpose:''' Records limited notes on daily gameplay. It is brought up automatically when returning to the game after 2 or more days have passed without making a new save.
*'''Purpose:''' Records limited notes on daily gameplay. It is brought up automatically when returning to the game after 2 or more days have passed without making a new save.
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*'''Location:''' Given out by [[Johanna|the player's mother]] in [[Twinleaf Town]].
*'''Location:''' Given out by [[Johanna|the player's mother]] in [[Twinleaf Town]].


===[[Image:Bag Lunar Wing Sprite.png]] [[Lunar Wing]]===
===[[File:Bag Lunar Wing Sprite.png]] [[Lunar Wing]]===
*'''Japanese:''' みかづきのはね ''Crescent Moon Feather''
*'''Japanese:''' みかづきのはね ''Crescent Moon Feather''
*'''Purpose:''' Used to cure the sailor's son's nightmares in [[Canalave City]].  
*'''Purpose:''' Used to cure the sailor's son's nightmares in [[Canalave City]].  
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*'''Location:''' Left behind on [[Fullmoon Island]] by {{p|Cresselia}} after it flees.
*'''Location:''' Left behind on [[Fullmoon Island]] by {{p|Cresselia}} after it flees.


===[[Image:Bag Member Card Sprite.png]] [[Member Card]]===
===[[File:Bag Member Card Sprite.png]] [[Member Card]]===
*'''Japanese:''' メンバーズカード ''Member's Card''
*'''Japanese:''' メンバーズカード ''Member's Card''
*'''Purpose:''' A 50-year old key for accessing the motel in [[Canalave City]]; allows access to battle a {{p|Darkrai}}.
*'''Purpose:''' A 50-year old key for accessing the motel in [[Canalave City]]; allows access to battle a {{p|Darkrai}}.
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*'''Location:''' Available only by [[Mystery Gift]] event.
*'''Location:''' Available only by [[Mystery Gift]] event.


===[[Image:Bag Oak's Letter Sprite.png]] [[Oak's Letter]]===
===[[File:Bag Oak's Letter Sprite.png]] [[Oak's Letter]]===
*'''Japanese:''' オーキドのてがみ ''{{tt|Ōkido|Oak}}'s Letter''
*'''Japanese:''' オーキドのてがみ ''{{tt|Ōkido|Oak}}'s Letter''
*'''Purpose:''' A letter from [[Professor Oak]] to be taken to [[Route 224]]; allows access to battle {{p|Shaymin}}.
*'''Purpose:''' A letter from [[Professor Oak]] to be taken to [[Route 224]]; allows access to battle {{p|Shaymin}}.
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*'''Location:''' Available only by [[Mystery Gift]] event.
*'''Location:''' Available only by [[Mystery Gift]] event.


===[[Image:Bag Old Charm Sprite.png]] Old Charm===
===[[File:Bag Old Charm Sprite.png]] Old Charm===
*'''Japanese:''' こだいのおまもり ''Ancient {{wp|Omamori}}
*'''Japanese:''' こだいのおまもり ''Ancient {{wp|Omamori}}
*'''Purpose:''' [[Cynthia]] asks the player to deliver this to [[Celestic Town]]. It is made from [[Pokémon]] bones.
*'''Purpose:''' [[Cynthia]] asks the player to deliver this to [[Celestic Town]]. It is made from [[Pokémon]] bones.
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*'''Location:''' Given away by [[Cynthia]] on {{rt|210}}.
*'''Location:''' Given away by [[Cynthia]] on {{rt|210}}.


===[[Image:Bag Old Rod Sprite.png]] [[Old Rod]]===
===[[File:Bag Parcel Sprite.png]] Parcel===
*'''Japanese:''' ボロのつりざお ''Worn-out Fishing Rod''
*'''Purpose:''' Allows the player to [[fishing|fish]] in bodies of water.
*'''Description:''' An old and beat-up fishing rod. Use it by any body of water to fish for wild aquatic [[Pokémon]].
*'''Location:''' Given away by a [[Fisherman]] in the gatehouse between [[Jubilife City]] and {{rt|218}}.
 
===[[Image:Bag Pal Pad Sprite.png]] [[Pal Pad]]===
*'''Japanese:''' ともだちてちょう ''Friend Notepad''
*'''Purpose:''' Stores Friend Codes of other players.
*'''Description:''' A convenient notepad that is used for registering your friends and keeping a record of game play.
*'''Location:''' Given away by the attendant in the basement of any [[Pokémon Center]] after the first [[Badge]] has been won.
 
===[[Image:Bag Parcel Sprite.png]] Parcel===
*'''Japanese:''' おとどけもの ''Parcel''
*'''Japanese:''' おとどけもの ''Parcel''
*'''Purpose:''' A package to deliver to the {{ga|Pearl|rival}}. It contains two [[Town Map]]s, one for him, and one for the player.
*'''Purpose:''' A package to deliver to the {{ga|Pearl|rival}}. It contains two [[Town Map]]s, one for him, and one for the player.
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*'''Location:''' Given away by the rival's mother in Twinleaf Town.
*'''Location:''' Given away by the rival's mother in Twinleaf Town.


===[[Image:Bag Poffin Case Sprite.png]] Poffin Case===
===[[File:Bag Poffin Case Sprite.png]] Poffin Case===
*'''Japanese:''' ポフィンケース ''Poffin Case''
*'''Japanese:''' ポフィンケース ''Poffin Case''
*'''Purpose:''' Stores the [[Poffin]] that have been made.
*'''Purpose:''' Stores the [[Poffin]] that have been made.
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*'''Location:''' Given away by the [[Pokémon Fan Club President]] in [[Hearthome City]].
*'''Location:''' Given away by the [[Pokémon Fan Club President]] in [[Hearthome City]].


===[[Image:Bag Point Card Sprite.png]] Point Card===
===[[File:Bag Point Card Sprite.png]] Point Card===
*'''Japanese:''' ポイントカード ''Point Card''
*'''Japanese:''' ポイントカード ''Point Card''
*'''Purpose:''' Stores the [[Battle Point]]s earned in the {{si|Battle Tower}}.
*'''Purpose:''' Stores the [[Battle Point]]s earned in the {{si|Battle Tower}}.
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*'''Location:''' {{si|Battle Park}} ({{2v2|Diamond|Pearl}} only).
*'''Location:''' {{si|Battle Park}} ({{2v2|Diamond|Pearl}} only).


===[[Image:Bag Poké Radar Sprite.png]] [[Poké Radar]]===
===[[File:Bag Poké Radar Sprite.png]] [[Poké Radar]]===
*'''Japanese:''' ポケトレ ''Poké Trace''
*'''Japanese:''' ポケトレ ''Poké Trace''
*'''Purpose:''' Locates hidden [[Pokémon]] in the grass; requires 50 steps to charge after use.
*'''Purpose:''' Locates hidden [[Pokémon]] in the grass; requires 50 steps to charge after use.
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*'''Location:''' Given away by [[Professor Oak]] in [[Sandgem Town]] when the [[Sinnoh Dex]] has been completed.
*'''Location:''' Given away by [[Professor Oak]] in [[Sandgem Town]] when the [[Sinnoh Dex]] has been completed.


===[[Image:Bag Seal Case Sprite.png]] [[Seal]] Case===
===[[File:Bag Seal Case Sprite.png]] [[Seal]] Case===
*'''Japanese:''' シールいれ ''Seal Container''
*'''Japanese:''' シールいれ ''Seal Container''
*'''Purpose:''' Stores the Seals collected or bought during the game.
*'''Purpose:''' Stores the Seals collected or bought during the game.
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*'''Location:''' Given away by a woman in [[Solaceon Town]].
*'''Location:''' Given away by a woman in [[Solaceon Town]].


===[[Image:Bag Secret Potion Sprite.png]] [[SecretPotion]]===
===[[File:Bag Secret Key IV Sprite.png]] {{OBP|Secret Key|Generation IV}}===
*'''Japanese:''' ひでんのくすり ''Secret Medicine''
*'''Purpose:''' Cures the headaches of the {{p|Psyduck}} who were blocking the upper section of [[Route 210]].
*'''Description:''' A fantastic medicine dispensed by the pharmacy in [[Cianwood City]]. It fully heals a [[Pokémon]] of any ailment.
*'''Location:'''
**'''Johto:''' Given away by the pharmacist in [[Cianwood City]].
**'''Sinnoh:''' Given away by [[Cynthia]] in [[Valor Lakefront]].
 
===[[Image:Bag Secret Key IV Sprite.png]] {{OBP|Secret Key|Generation IV}}===
*'''Japanese:''' ひみつのカギ ''Secret Key''
*'''Japanese:''' ひみつのカギ ''Secret Key''
*'''Purpose:''' Opens up a secret room at the [[Galactic Eterna Building]], containing five appliances necessary for a {{p|Rotom}} to change between its six forms.
*'''Purpose:''' Opens up a secret room at the [[Galactic Eterna Building]], containing five appliances necessary for a {{p|Rotom}} to change between its six forms.
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*'''Location:''' Available only by [[Mystery Gift]] event ({{v2|Platinum}} only).
*'''Location:''' Available only by [[Mystery Gift]] event ({{v2|Platinum}} only).


===[[Image:Bag Sprayduck Sprite.png]] [[Sprayduck]]===
===[[File:Bag Sprayduck Sprite.png]] [[Sprayduck]]===
*'''Japanese:''' コダックじょうろ ''{{tt|Koduck|Psyduck}} Watering Can''
*'''Japanese:''' コダックじょうろ ''{{tt|Koduck|Psyduck}} Watering Can''
*'''Purpose:''' Used to water planted [[Berries]]. If watering is done correctly, the resulting Berry trees will have higher amounts of Berries to pick and store.
*'''Purpose:''' Used to water planted [[Berries]]. If watering is done correctly, the resulting Berry trees will have higher amounts of Berries to pick and store.
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*'''Location:''' Given away by one of the workers in the [[Pick a Peck of Colors Flower Shop]].
*'''Location:''' Given away by one of the workers in the [[Pick a Peck of Colors Flower Shop]].


===[[Image:Bag Storage Key IV Sprite.png]] Storage Key===
===[[File:Bag Storage Key IV Sprite.png]] Storage Key===
*'''Japanese:''' そうこのカギ ''Storage Key''
*'''Japanese:''' そうこのカギ ''Storage Key''
*'''Purpose:''' Opens the door to the [[Team Galactic]] Warehouse.
*'''Purpose:''' Opens the door to the [[Team Galactic]] Warehouse.
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*'''Location:''' Dropped by a [[Galactic Grunt]] in [[Veilstone City]].
*'''Location:''' Dropped by a [[Galactic Grunt]] in [[Veilstone City]].


===[[Image:Bag Suite Key Sprite.png]] [[Suite Key]]===
===[[File:Bag Suite Key Sprite.png]] [[Suite Key]]===
*'''Japanese:''' ルームキー ''Room Key''
*'''Japanese:''' ルームキー ''Room Key''
*'''Purpose:''' Someone staying at the [[Hotel Grand Lake]] is looking for it; return it to her for a {{DL|Status ailment healing item|Lava Cookie}}.
*'''Purpose:''' Someone staying at the [[Hotel Grand Lake]] is looking for it; return it to her for a {{DL|Status ailment healing item|Lava Cookie}}.
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*'''Location:''' {{rt|213}}, hidden.
*'''Location:''' {{rt|213}}, hidden.


===[[Image:Bag Super Rod Sprite.png]] [[Super Rod]]===
===[[File:Bag Town Map Sprite.png]] [[Town Map]]===
*'''Japanese:''' すごいつりざお ''Amazing Fishing Rod''
*'''Purpose:''' Allows the player to [[fishing|fish]] in bodies of water. Best Rod of all.
*'''Description:''' An awesome, high-tech fishing rod. Use it by any body of water to fish for wild aquatic Pokémon.
*'''Location:''' Given away by a [[Fisherman]] in the [[Fight Area]].
 
===[[Image:Bag Town Map Sprite.png]] [[Town Map]]===
*'''Japanese:''' タウンマップ ''Town Map''
*'''Japanese:''' タウンマップ ''Town Map''
*'''Purpose:''' Displays a map of [[Sinnoh]] and the player's current location. Details of [[route]]s and cities can be accessed by the touch screen.
*'''Purpose:''' Displays a map of [[Sinnoh]] and the player's current location. Details of [[route]]s and cities can be accessed by the touch screen.
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*'''Location:''' Contained in the [[#Parcel|Parcel]]. Will be shared with the player by the {{ga|Pearl|rival}}, as there are two.
*'''Location:''' Contained in the [[#Parcel|Parcel]]. Will be shared with the player by the {{ga|Pearl|rival}}, as there are two.


===[[Image:Bag Vs Recorder Sprite.png]] [[Vs. Recorder]]===
===[[File:Bag Vs Seeker Sprite.png]] [[Vs. Seeker]]===
*'''Japanese:''' バトルレコーダー ''Battle Recorder''
*'''Purpose:''' Allows the player to record and replay battles, and send them over [[Global Trade Station|Nintendo Wi-Fi]]. Stores information on the player's [[Battle Point]]s and the [[Commemorative print|rewards]] obtained from defeating [[Frontier Brains]].
*'''Description:''' An amazing device that can record a battle either between friends or at a special battle facility.
*'''Location:''' Given away by [[Looker]] in [[Jubilife City]] ({{v2|Platinum}} only).
 
===[[Image:Bag Vs Seeker Sprite.png]] [[Vs. Seeker]]===
*'''Japanese:''' バトルサーチャー ''Battle Searcher''
*'''Japanese:''' バトルサーチャー ''Battle Searcher''
*'''Purpose:''' Allows the player to challenge [[Pokémon Trainer]]s more than once; requires 100 steps to recharge after use.
*'''Purpose:''' Allows the player to challenge [[Pokémon Trainer]]s more than once; requires 100 steps to recharge after use.
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*'''Location:''' Given away by Rowan's assistant on {{rt|207}}.
*'''Location:''' Given away by Rowan's assistant on {{rt|207}}.


===[[Image:Bag Works Key Sprite.png]] Works Key===
===[[File:Bag Works Key Sprite.png]] Works Key===
*'''Japanese:''' はつでんしょキー ''Powerplant Key''
*'''Japanese:''' はつでんしょキー ''Powerplant Key''
*'''Purpose:''' The key for accessing the [[Valley Windworks]].
*'''Purpose:''' The key for accessing the [[Valley Windworks]].
*'''Description:''' A large key for operating the doors of the Valley Windworks in the canyon. It was held by a [[Team Galactic]] [[Galactic Grunt|Grunt]].
*'''Description:''' A large key for operating the doors of the Valley Windworks in the canyon. It was held by a [[Team Galactic]] [[Galactic Grunt|Grunt]].
*'''Location:''' Dropped by [[Galactic Grunt]]s; found by a man in the [[Floaroma Meadow]].
*'''Location:''' Dropped by [[Galactic Grunt]]s; found by a man in the [[Floaroma Meadow]].
==Key items exclusive to HeartGold and SoulSilver==
===[[File:Bag Apricorn Case Sprite.png]] Apricorn Case===
*'''Japanese:''' ばんぎりケース ''Apricorn Case''
*'''Purpose:''' Carries [[Apricorn]]s and allows growth while traveling. Only available in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.
*'''Description:''' Currently unknown
*'''Location:''' {{rt|30}}
===[[File:Bag Basement Key HGSS Sprite.png]] Basement Key===
*'''Japanese:'''
*'''Purpose:'''
*'''Description:'''
*'''Location:'''
===[[File:Bag Berry Planter Sprite.png]] Berry Planter===
*'''Japanese:''' きのみプランター ''Berry Planter''
*'''Purpose:''' Allows [[Berry]] growth while traveling. Only available in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.
*'''Description:''' Currently unknown
*'''Location:''' {{rt|36}}
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Revision as of 21:29, 15 September 2009

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This article contains an item known as the "Secret Key", related to Rotom. For the item used in Kanto to open the Cinnabar Gym, see here and here.


This is a list of all the key items that are found in Generation IV. Please note that some of these are also part of the list of key items in Generation II due to Pokémon Gold and Silver being remade, and several appear in multiple generations.

Some items are specific to a certain region, while others can be found in both Sinnoh and Johto/Kanto.

Key items found in all Generation IV games

Bag Bicycle Sprite.png Bicycle

Bag Coin Case Sprite.png Coin Case

  • Japanese: コインケース Coin Case
  • Purpose: Used for storing Coins from the Game Corner.
  • Description: A case for holding Coins obtained at the Game Corner. It holds up to 50,000 Coins.
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Bag Fashion Case Sprite.png Fashion Case

Bag Gracidea Sprite.png Gracidea

Bag Good Rod Sprite.png Good Rod

  • Japanese: いいつりざお Good Fishing Rod
  • Purpose: Allows the player to fish in bodies of water. Better than the Old Rod.
  • Description: A new, good-quality fishing rod. Use it by any body of water to fish for wild aquatic Pokémon.
  • Location: Given away by a Fisherman on Route 209.

Bag Old Rod Sprite.png Old Rod

  • Japanese: ボロのつりざお Worn-out Fishing Rod
  • Purpose: Allows the player to fish in bodies of water.
  • Description: An old and beat-up fishing rod. Use it by any body of water to fish for wild aquatic Pokémon.
  • Location: Given away by a Fisherman in the gatehouse between Jubilife City and Route 218.

Bag Pal Pad Sprite.png Pal Pad

  • Japanese: ともだちてちょう Friend Notepad
  • Purpose: Stores Friend Codes of other players.
  • Description: A convenient notepad that is used for registering your friends and keeping a record of game play.
  • Location: Given away by the attendant in the basement of any Pokémon Center after the first Badge has been won.

Bag Secret Potion Sprite.png SecretPotion

  • Japanese: ひでんのくすり Secret Medicine
  • Purpose: Cures the headaches of the Psyduck who were blocking the upper section of Route 210.
  • Description: A fantastic medicine dispensed by the pharmacy in Cianwood City. It fully heals a Pokémon of any ailment.
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Bag Super Rod Sprite.png Super Rod

  • Japanese: すごいつりざお Amazing Fishing Rod
  • Purpose: Allows the player to fish in bodies of water. Best Rod of all.
  • Description: An awesome, high-tech fishing rod. Use it by any body of water to fish for wild aquatic Pokémon.
  • Location: Given away by a Fisherman in the Fight Area.

File:Bag Vs Recorder Sprite.png Vs. Recorder

  • Japanese: バトルレコーダー Battle Recorder
  • Purpose: Allows the player to record and replay battles, and send them over Nintendo Wi-Fi. Stores information on the player's Battle Points and the rewards obtained from defeating Frontier Brains.
  • Description: An amazing device that can record a battle either between friends or at a special battle facility.
  • Location: Given away by Looker in Jubilife City (Platinum only).

Key items exclusive to Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum

Bag Azure Flute Sprite.png Azure Flute

  • Japanese: てんかいのふえ Heaven Flute
  • Purpose: Plays a melody that's beyond this world; opens the stairway to an Arceus in the Hall of Origin.
  • Description: A flute that puts out echoing sounds that do not seem to be of this world. It is unknown who made it.
  • Location: Available only by Mystery Gift event.

Bag Coupon Sprite.png Coupons 1, 2, and 3

  • Japanese: ひきかえけん1・2・3 Vouchers 1, 2, and 3
  • Purpose: Coupons needed to obtain the Pokétch.
  • Description: A coupon to be exchanged for a Pokémon Watch (Pokétch for short). Three coupons are needed.
  • Location: Each of these is given out by a different clown in Jubilife City. They all have the same description, and function, but each has a different design on the ticket. They do not need to be collected in any specific order.

Bag Explorer Kit Sprite.png Explorer Kit

  • Japanese: たんけんセット Exploration Set
  • Purpose: Used for going into the Sinnoh Underground.
  • Description: A bag filled with convenient tools for exploring. It provides access to the Underground.
  • Location: Given away by the Underground Man in his house in Eterna City.

Bag Galactic Key Sprite.png Galactic Key

  • Japanese: ギンガだんのカギ Team Galactic's Key
  • Purpose: Opens the door to the Team Galactic HQ in Veilstone City.
  • Description: A card key for disengaging security systems in the Galactic HQ. Losing it can result in punishment, apparently.
  • Location: Found in the basement of Team Galactic HQ.

Bag Journal Sprite.png Journal

  • Japanese: ぼうけんノート Adventure Notebook
  • Purpose: Records limited notes on daily gameplay. It is brought up automatically when returning to the game after 2 or more days have passed without making a new save.
  • Description: A notebook that keeps a day-to-day record of your adventure so far.
  • Location: Given out by the player's mother in Twinleaf Town.

Bag Lunar Wing Sprite.png Lunar Wing

  • Japanese: みかづきのはね Crescent Moon Feather
  • Purpose: Used to cure the sailor's son's nightmares in Canalave City.
  • Description: A feather that glows like the moon. It is said to possess the power to dispel nightmares.
  • Location: Left behind on Fullmoon Island by Cresselia after it flees.

Bag Member Card Sprite.png Member Card

  • Japanese: メンバーズカード Member's Card
  • Purpose: A 50-year old key for accessing the motel in Canalave City; allows access to battle a Darkrai.
  • Description: A card needed for entering the inn in Canalave City. Oddly, the last date marked on it was 50 years ago.
  • Location: Available only by Mystery Gift event.

Bag Oak's Letter Sprite.png Oak's Letter

  • Japanese: オーキドのてがみ Ōkido's Letter
  • Purpose: A letter from Professor Oak to be taken to Route 224; allows access to battle Shaymin.
  • Description: A letter from Prof. Oak. Written in it is a request for you to go to Rt. 224.
  • Location: Available only by Mystery Gift event.

Bag Old Charm Sprite.png Old Charm

  • Japanese: こだいのおまもり Ancient Omamori
  • Purpose: Cynthia asks the player to deliver this to Celestic Town. It is made from Pokémon bones.
  • Description: An ancient good-luck charm made of Pokémon bones to be taken to the elder of Celestic Town.
  • Location: Given away by Cynthia on Route 210.

Bag Parcel Sprite.png Parcel

  • Japanese: おとどけもの Parcel
  • Purpose: A package to deliver to the rival. It contains two Town Maps, one for him, and one for the player.
  • Description: A parcel entrusted in your care. You are supposed to deliver it to your childhood friend who left Twinleaf Town.
  • Location: Given away by the rival's mother in Twinleaf Town.

Bag Poffin Case Sprite.png Poffin Case

Bag Point Card Sprite.png Point Card

Bag Poké Radar Sprite.png Poké Radar

  • Japanese: ポケトレ Poké Trace
  • Purpose: Locates hidden Pokémon in the grass; requires 50 steps to charge after use.
  • Description: A tool that can search out Pokémon that are hiding in grass. Its battery is recharged as you walk.
  • Location: Given away by Professor Oak in Sandgem Town when the Sinnoh Dex has been completed.

Bag Seal Case Sprite.png Seal Case

  • Japanese: シールいれ Seal Container
  • Purpose: Stores the Seals collected or bought during the game.
  • Description: A case for storing Seals that can be applied to the capsule cases of Poké Balls.
  • Location: Given away by a woman in Solaceon Town.

Bag Secret Key IV Sprite.png Secret Key

  • Japanese: ひみつのカギ Secret Key
  • Purpose: Opens up a secret room at the Galactic Eterna Building, containing five appliances necessary for a Rotom to change between its six forms.
  • Description: A high-tech key that has to be used at a specific location. It emits a special electric signal to open a door.
  • Location: Available only by Mystery Gift event (Platinum only).

Bag Sprayduck Sprite.png Sprayduck

  • Japanese: コダックじょうろ Koduck Watering Can
  • Purpose: Used to water planted Berries. If watering is done correctly, the resulting Berry trees will have higher amounts of Berries to pick and store.
  • Description: A watering can shaped like a Psyduck. It helps promote healthy growth of Berries planted in soft soil.
  • Location: Given away by one of the workers in the Pick a Peck of Colors Flower Shop.

Bag Storage Key IV Sprite.png Storage Key

Bag Suite Key Sprite.png Suite Key

  • Japanese: ルームキー Room Key
  • Purpose: Someone staying at the Hotel Grand Lake is looking for it; return it to her for a Lava Cookie.
  • Description: A key to one of the suites at the luxury hotel by a lake. For some odd reason, it often disappears.
  • Location: Route 213, hidden.

Bag Town Map Sprite.png Town Map

  • Japanese: タウンマップ Town Map
  • Purpose: Displays a map of Sinnoh and the player's current location. Details of routes and cities can be accessed by the touch screen.
  • Description: A very convenient map that can be viewed anytime. It even shows your present location.
  • Location: Contained in the Parcel. Will be shared with the player by the rival, as there are two.

File:Bag Vs Seeker Sprite.png Vs. Seeker

  • Japanese: バトルサーチャー Battle Searcher
  • Purpose: Allows the player to challenge Pokémon Trainers more than once; requires 100 steps to recharge after use.
  • Description: A device that indicates Trainers who want to battle. Its battery charges while you walk.
  • Location: Given away by Rowan's assistant on Route 207.

Bag Works Key Sprite.png Works Key

Key items exclusive to HeartGold and SoulSilver

File:Bag Apricorn Case Sprite.png Apricorn Case

File:Bag Basement Key HGSS Sprite.png Basement Key

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File:Bag Berry Planter Sprite.png Berry Planter

File:Bag Card Key HGSS Sprite.png Card Key

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Bag Mystery Egg Sprite.png Mystery Egg

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Bag Rainbow Wing Sprite.png Rainbow Wing

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Bag Red Scale Sprite.png Red Scale

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File:Bag Squirtbottle Sprite.png Squirtbottle

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File:Bag UnownDex Sprite.png Unown Note

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  • See also: Unown Note

[[List of Key Items (Generation)#|]]

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