Preface

Preface

Pokemon HeartGold is a complex game with optional content that far exceeds that of the plot and play in the story mode.  In addition to the story mode walkthrough content, each section may contain references to additional content that, while it may or may not be directly part of the story mode, indirectly relates to it or presents opportunities through which the player can obtain an edge in the game that they might otherwise have missed. 

While this information is briefly covered in the walkthrough sections, the Appendix Sections of the walkthrough offers a more in-depth examination of these subjects, often including detailed instructions on how to take advantage of each segment in the game. 

Though the individual appendixes may not be referenced in each section, you are nonetheless encouraged to make use of the Table of Contents as a constant source of reference for this additional content, through the appendixes, whenever you encounter references to such content within the individual sections.

Additional content in HeartGold includes, but is not limited to:

- Apricorn Sciences
- Berry Sciences
- Daily, Weekly & Special  Events
- Gift Pokemon
- In-Game NPC Traded Pokemon
- Legendary Pokemon
- Mystery Gift System & Events
- Pokewalker Exclusive Pokemon
- Rival Fights
- Shard Trading
- Special Items & Accessories
- Swarm Pokemon
- Trainer Card Stars Guide
- Trainer Rematches
- Version Exclusive Pokemon

Reading these additional sections prior to playing the game will likely provide information that may be viewed as "spoilers" and you should be suitably cautioned to that effect.  Additional content that is not covered in the individual appendixes may also be covered as part of the FAQ Section, so if you do not find what you are looking for in an appendix, please refer to the FAQ Section prior to requesting that information.

SuperCheats HeartGold Assets

In the process of writing this walkthrough I have utilized the wealth of resources and information that is available on our site, and you may want to as well!  The following links will be of specific value to you as you play through the game:

-- HeartGold Landing Page (http://www.supercheats.com/nintendods/pokemonheartgold.htm)
-- HeartGold Pokedex (http://pokemon.supercheats.com/)

When a resource already exists there is nothing to be gained by duplication, which is why I do not include a Pokedex, TM or HM Guide, Move Guide, or detailed Breeding Section in this walkthrough.  All of that information is already available on SuperCheats!  Enjoy!