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Overview
Human Records are collectible documents scattered throughout every region in Pokemon Pokopia. They are remnants of the human civilization that evacuated Kanto before the cataclysm, and include newspapers, personal diaries, magazine articles, photos, letters, and notes. Collecting them reveals the backstory of what happened to the human population.
Beyond lore, Human Records are the primary way to unlock emotes (gestures the player can perform). Some records also unlock outfits and hairstyles for character customization. Human Records are separate from Ancient Artifacts (which include Lost Relics, Fossils, and Mystery Slates).
Record Types
Type | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|
Newspapers | Published news articles from Kanto towns | Road Closure Announcement, Vermilion Ranks No. 1, Celadon Department Store Reopens |
Diary Entries | Personal journals from named characters | Kenan's Diary, Professor's Diary series, Sailor Dylan's Diary, Hacker's Confessions |
Magazines | Lifestyle and Pokemon magazine articles, plus multi-part journal series | Unmasking the True Misty!, Gym Leader Monthly, Team R Grunt's Journal, Poke Life Dev Diary |
Photos | Photographs from before the evacuation | Photo #1 through Photo #18, found across all areas and Dream Islands |
Notes | Informal memos, journal fragments, and practical notes | Improving Your Quality of Life, Someone's Journal series, Shopping List |
Letters | Personal correspondence between Kanto's former residents | Dear Elena, To Harry, Hi Dad!, I Wanna Go Swimming! |
Papers | Formal documents, research reports, and official proposals | Shellos Report, Project Cancellation Proposal, Daily Porygon2 Notes |
Complete Record List
The following tables list every Human Record in the game, organized by type. Records are found across all five story areas (Withered Wasteland, Bleak Beach, Rocky Ridges, and Sparkling Skylands) plus Dream Islands. Some records unlock emotes, outfits, or hairstyles when collected.
Newspapers
There are 9 Newspaper records. These are published news articles from Kanto towns and cities, covering events from before the evacuation.
Record Name | Area | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
Road Closure Announcement | West side of the area, beside the broken path | None | |
The Legendary Ninja Family | Ruined house east of the Pokemon Center, near the bed | Ninja Outfit | |
Recycling Slogan Contest (Youth) | East of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Vermilion Ranks No. 1 for 4th Year! | Next to the swamp waterfall east of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Artificial Hot Spring Now Open! | Small cave west of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Celadon Department Store Reopens! | East of the Pokemon Center | Psychic Master Outfit | |
Big Bargain Sale! | Hidden cave at the back of the easternmost island | None | |
Sabrina Sets Sights on Big Screen! | Northeastern building on the island where Gardevoir is found | None | |
This Week's Must-See Highlights | Near the pond east of where Poliwrath is found | None | |
Weather Report (December 4) | Found on Dream Islands | None | |
March Issue Preview | Found on Dream Islands | None | |
TV Schedule: April 12 (Tuesday) | Found on Dream Islands | None |
Diary Entries
There are 16 Diary Entry records. These are personal journals from named characters, including multi-part series that reveal extended story arcs.
Record Name | Area | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
Kenan's Diary | Small nook above where you find Squirtle | None | |
Sailor Dylan's Diary | SSN boiler room (requires Surf) | None | |
Katie's Journal | House north of the Withered Wastelands gate | None | |
Chef's Diary | Second floor of the kitchen south of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Professor's Diary #1 | Next to benches near where you find the Dowsing Machine | None | |
Professor's Diary #2 | Gym west of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Professor's Diary #3 | Underground area in the northeast corner | None | |
Professor's Diary #4 | Food stall on the west side of the museum in the mines | None | |
Professor's Diary #5 | Eastern edge of the main island | None | |
Professor's Diary #6 | Small ledge northeast of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Hacker's Confessions #1 | Top of the mountain southeast of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Hacker's Confessions #2 | Behind orange blocks at the back of the valley | None | |
Hacker's Confessions #3 | Near the lighthouse area | None | |
Hacker's Confessions #4 | Inside a ruined structure | None | |
Hacker's Confessions #5 | Inside the mines (requires upgraded Cut) | None | |
Hacker's Confessions #6 | Small office near the gate on the island where Gardevoir is located | None |
Magazines
Magazines are the largest category of Human Records. They include lifestyle publications, Pokemon-themed periodicals, Team R Grunt's Journal entries, and Poke Life Dev Diary entries. Many magazines unlock outfits, hairstyles, or emotes.
Record Name | Area | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
Message from the Poke Mart | Ruined house north of the Pokemon Center | None | |
A Surprise in the Garden | High up in the ruined town east of the Pokemon Center | Point Here Emote | |
Selection of Pokemon Greetings | Next to benches behind the Pokemon Center | Greetings! Emote | |
This Year's Top Trend! | Above where you find Drilbur | Parted Hairstyle | |
Unmasking the True Misty! | Behind orange blocks in the cave where Onix is found | Mermaid Hairstyle | |
Interview for the Ages! | Base of the lighthouse | None | |
Recruiting New Members! | Room on a small island southwest of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Unmasking the True Lt. Surge! | Next to the furnace south of the Pokemon Center | Ranger Outfit | |
Contest Winner! | House atop the cliff east of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Solo Nighttime Strollers, Beware! | Northern edge near the Pokemon Center | Goodbye! Emote | |
Enjoy an Extravagant Voyage | SSN ship's bridge | Sailor Outfit | |
Seize the Week (Vol. 8) | Near the gate north of the Withered Wastelands gate | Smile Emote | |
Ophthalmology Journal (Spring) | Eastern side of the mines | Super Nerd Outfit | |
Comfy Living (Vol. 866) | Music room in the museum north of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Bug Love (September Issue) | Adjacent to the blue crystal in the western mines | None | |
Gym Leader Monthly (July Issue) | Behind breakable blocks in front of the museum | Rock-Solid Outfit | |
Message from the Game Corner | Small hole on the west side of the northwest island | Team Rocket Outfit | |
Black Belt Weekly (Vol. 48) | Small dojo near Poliwrath | Black Belt Outfit | |
Career Monthly (Vol. 111) | Found on Dream Islands | Pokemon Center Outfit | |
Music & Living (September Issue) | Found on Dream Islands | Clap Emote | |
Comfy Living (Vol. 2) | Found on Dream Islands | None | |
PokeQuiz! Question 34 | Found on Dream Islands | Thinking Emote | |
DELUXE Alola! (February Issue) | Found on Dream Islands | Long Bangs Hairstyle | |
Alola! (May Issue) | Found on Dream Islands | Sightseer Outfit | |
Alola! (January Issue) | Found on Dream Islands | Fluffy Hairstyle | |
Pocket World Weekly #38 | Found on Dream Islands | Roughneck Outfit | |
Gym Leader Monthly (June Issue) | Found on Dream Islands | Curly Hairstyle | |
Bird Pokemon Monthly (Anniv. Issue) | Found on Dream Islands | Bird Keeper Outfit | |
Poke TV (July Issue) | Found on Dream Islands | Professor Outfit | |
Angler Monthly (Special Edition) | Found on Dream Islands | Locs Hairstyle | |
New Bark Bulletin (February) | Found on Dream Islands | Sideswept Hairstyle | |
Saffron City Press Release | Found on Dream Islands | Simple Hairstyle | |
PokeWeek (Issue 122) | Found on Dream Islands | Red Outfit | |
Gym Leader Monthly (March Issue) | Found on Dream Islands | Cool Outfit | |
Island Monthly (May Issue) | Found on Dream Islands | Fresh Outfit | |
Pocket World Weekly #18 | Found on Dream Islands | Rascal Outfit | |
Pokemon Breeder Monthly #37 | Found on Dream Islands | Cozy Outfit | |
Information Wanted | Found on Dream Islands | Chic Outfit | |
Archeology Magazine #12 | Found on Dream Islands | Sport Outfit | |
Comfy Living (Vol. 36) | Found on Dream Islands | None |
Team R Grunt's Journal
The Team R Grunt's Journal is an eight-part magazine series that reveals Team Rocket's involvement in the events leading up to the evacuation. These entries are spread across all five areas.
Record Name | Area | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
Team R Grunt's Journal #1 | Ruined house on the western edge of the map | None | |
Team R Grunt's Journal #2 | Beach near Smearguru's area (southeast) | None | |
Team R Grunt's Journal #3 | Generator in the northeast area | None | |
Team R Grunt's Journal #4 | Above the kitchen south of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Team R Grunt's Journal #5 | Near the mine entrance area | None | |
Team R Grunt's Journal #6 | Office stairwell in the center of the map | None | |
Team R Grunt's Journal #7 | Below the central tower on the large island (requires Dragonite) | None | |
Team R Grunt's Journal #8 | Found on Dream Islands | None |
Poke Life Dev Diary
The Poke Life Dev Diary is a five-part magazine series found across multiple areas. These records document the development of a mysterious project that ties into the game's lore.
Record Name | Area | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
Poke Life Dev Diary #1 | Small cave at the western edge of the map | None | |
Poke Life Dev Diary #2 | Behind brown blocks west of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Poke Life Dev Diary #3 | Western SSN deck area | None | |
Poke Life Dev Diary #4 | Garden area southwest of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Poke Life Dev Diary #5 | Office basement in the center of the map | None |
Notes
There are 11 Note records. These are informal memos, journal fragments, and practical notes left behind by former residents.
Record Name | Area | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
Improving Your Quality of Life | Next to a workbench near where you find Drilbur | None | |
Grunt's Journal (Brainstorming) | Near the western edge of the area | None | |
Someone's Journal #1 | Inside the Pokemon Center | None | |
How to Open a Shop | Ruined town northeast of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Someone's Journal #2 | Inside the Pokemon Center | None | |
Tomorrow's Meals | Second floor of the kitchen | None | |
Someone's Journal #3 | Inside the Pokemon Center | None | |
Observation Notes | Next to the gate on the northeast island | None | |
Someone's Journal #4 | Inside the Pokemon Center | None | |
Shopping List | Found on Dream Islands | None | |
Schedule Management Notes | Found on Dream Islands | None |
Letters
There are 12 Letter records. These are personal correspondence between Kanto's former residents, offering glimpses into their daily lives and relationships before the evacuation.
Record Name | Area | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
Dear Elena | Clifftop viewing area | None | |
To My Fishing Fanatic Big Bro | Behind a wall that requires Cut | None | |
To My Fishing Fanatic Little Bro | Ruined docks area | None | |
Post from July 30, 6:00 p.m. | Small house in the hidden valley | None | |
You've Been Selected! | First floor of the kitchen | None | |
To Harry | Western mines entrance | None | |
Heya, Kaz! | Small hole inside the western mines | None | |
Dear Douglas | Opposite Gardevoir's spawn point | None | |
I Wanna Go Swimming! | Found on Dream Islands | None | |
R&D Deep Dive (February Issue) | Found on Dream Islands | None | |
I Need Your Advice.. | Found on Dream Islands | None | |
Hi, Dad! | Found on Dream Islands | None |
Papers
There are 4 Paper records. These are formal documents, research reports, and official proposals.
Record Name | Area | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
Shellos Report | Cliff west of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Project Cancellation Proposal | Inside volcanic ash near the eastern mine entrance | None | |
Daily Porygon2 Notes | Small room near Gardevoir's spawn point | None | |
New Plan Proposal (Name TBD) | Found on Dream Islands | None |
Photos
There are 8 numbered Photo records spread across all areas. These photographs depict scenes from before the evacuation.
Record Name | Area | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
Photo #1 | Small sub-cave west of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Photo #2 | Above the ruined town east of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Photo #3 | In front of the gate north of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Photo #4 | Behind the gate in the volcanic lake south of the museum (requires upgraded Cut) | None | |
Photo #5 | Room covered with debris on the eastern side of the museum's first floor | None | |
Photo #6 | Small room in the northeast corner of the island northwest of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Photo #7 | Small tower east of the Pokemon Center | None | |
Photo #8 | Found on Dream Islands | None |
Peculiar Patterns
In addition to the standard Human Records, there are 9 Peculiar Pattern collectibles found exclusively on Dream Islands. These are special patterns that can be brought to Smearguru for pattern rewards used in customization.
Record Name | Area | Location | Reward |
|---|---|---|---|
Peculiar Pattern #1 | Found on Dream Islands | Pattern reward (via Smearguru) | |
Peculiar Pattern #2 | Found on Dream Islands | Pattern reward (via Smearguru) | |
Peculiar Pattern #3 | Found on Dream Islands | Pattern reward (via Smearguru) | |
Peculiar Pattern #4 | Found on Dream Islands | Pattern reward (via Smearguru) | |
Peculiar Pattern #5 | Found on Dream Islands | Pattern reward (via Smearguru) | |
Peculiar Pattern #6 | Found on Dream Islands | Pattern reward (via Smearguru) | |
Peculiar Pattern #7 | Found on Dream Islands | Pattern reward (via Smearguru) | |
Peculiar Pattern #8 | Found on Dream Islands | Pattern reward (via Smearguru) | |
Peculiar Pattern #9 | Found on Dream Islands | Pattern reward (via Smearguru) |
Where to Find Records
Human Records are found in all five areas plus Dream Islands. They are typically located near man-made structures and landmarks:
Near the Pokemon Center and ruined houses
Along cliffs, paths, and overlooks
Beside benches, beds, and workbenches
Behind breakable walls (requires Cut, Rock Smash, or Surf)
Inside caves and hidden alcoves
On Dream Islands (some records are Dream Island exclusives)
Some records are locked behind ability gates. For example, Sailor Dylan's Diary in Bleak Beach requires the Surf ability to reach, and certain Rocky Ridges records require powered-up Rock Smash. Photo #4 at Rocky Ridges requires upgraded Cut. Team R Grunt's Journal #7 in Sparkling Skylands requires Dragonite to access the area below the central tower.
Records by Area
Area | Record Types Found |
|---|---|
Kenan's Diary, Professor's Diary #1-2, Hacker's Confessions #4, newspapers, magazines, photos, notes, letters, papers | |
Sailor Dylan's Diary, Hacker's Confessions #1-3, Professor's Diary #3, newspapers, magazines, photos, notes, letters | |
Katie's Journal, Chef's Diary, Hacker's Confessions #5, Professor's Diary #4, newspapers, magazines, photos, notes, letters, papers | |
Professor's Diary #5-6, Hacker's Confessions #6, newspapers, magazines, notes, letters, papers, photos | |
Exclusive notes, letters, newspapers, photos, magazines, and all 9 Peculiar Patterns |
Record Counts Summary
The following table summarizes the total number of Human Records by type.
Type | Count |
|---|---|
Newspapers | 12 |
Diary Entries | 16 |
Magazines (general) | 40 |
Team R Grunt's Journal | 8 |
Poke Life Dev Diary | 5 |
Notes | 11 |
Letters | 12 |
Papers | 4 |
Photos | 8 |
Peculiar Patterns | 9 |
Total | 125 |
Emotes
Emotes are gestures and expressions the player can perform. They are unlocked through two methods: collecting specific Human Records and talking to Pokemon with speech bubbles.
How to Use Emotes
Action | Control |
|---|---|
Open emote wheel | Press Down on D-pad |
Select emote | Left Joystick to scroll, A to confirm |
Add emote to wheel | Press X |
Remove emote from wheel | Press Y |
Switch between wheels | L and R buttons |
Use in Photo Mode | Left/Right D-pad (requires tripod) |
Players can customize up to three emote wheels, each holding multiple emotes. Switch between wheels using L and R. This lets players organize emotes by situation (greetings, reactions, poses).
Emotes from Human Records
Emote | Source Record | Location |
|---|---|---|
Greetings! | Selection of Pokemon Greetings | Withered Wasteland, behind the Pokemon Center near benches |
Point Here | A Surprise in the Garden | Withered Wasteland, ruined town east of the Pokemon Center (requires breaking a wall) |
Goodbye! | Solo Nighttime Strollers, Beware! | Bleak Beach, northern edge near the Pokemon Center |
Smile | Seize the Week (Vol. 8) | Rocky Ridges, near the gate north of the Withered Wastelands gate |
Thinking | PokeQuiz! Question 34 | |
Clap | Music & Living (September Issue) |
Emotes from Pokemon
Additional emotes are unlocked by talking to Pokemon that have speech bubbles above their heads:
Angry (from Pokemon interaction)
Proud (from Pokemon interaction)
Despair (from Pokemon interaction)
Default Emotes
The following emotes are available from the start of the game: Celebrate, Cry, Shocked, Beckon, Bow, Sleepy.
Outfits and Hairstyles
Some Human Records unlock outfits and hairstyles for Ditto's human form. These cosmetics reference characters from Pokemon lore. For example, the Ninja Outfit is based on Koga's outfit from Fuchsia City Gym. Outfits can be changed at a standing mirror (purchasable from the PC Shop and placeable anywhere).
The complete list of outfit and hairstyle rewards is as follows:
Reward | Type | Source Record | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
Ninja Outfit | Outfit | The Legendary Ninja Family | |
Parted Hairstyle | Hairstyle | This Year's Top Trend! | |
Mermaid Hairstyle | Hairstyle | Unmasking the True Misty! | |
Ranger Outfit | Outfit | Unmasking the True Lt. Surge! | |
Sailor Outfit | Outfit | Enjoy an Extravagant Voyage | |
Super Nerd Outfit | Outfit | Ophthalmology Journal (Spring) | |
Rock-Solid Outfit | Outfit | Gym Leader Monthly (July Issue) | |
Smile Emote | Emote | Seize the Week (Vol. 8) | |
Psychic Master Outfit | Outfit | Celadon Department Store Reopens! | |
Team Rocket Outfit | Outfit | Message from the Game Corner | |
Black Belt Outfit | Outfit | Black Belt Weekly (Vol. 48) | |
Pokemon Center Outfit | Outfit | Career Monthly (Vol. 111) | |
Sightseer Outfit | Outfit | Alola! (May Issue) | |
Roughneck Outfit | Outfit | Pocket World Weekly #38 | |
Bird Keeper Outfit | Outfit | Bird Pokemon Monthly (Anniv. Issue) | |
Professor Outfit | Outfit | Poke TV (July Issue) | |
Red Outfit | Outfit | PokeWeek (Issue 122) | |
Cool Outfit | Outfit | Gym Leader Monthly (March Issue) | |
Fresh Outfit | Outfit | Island Monthly (May Issue) | |
Rascal Outfit | Outfit | Pocket World Weekly #18 | |
Cozy Outfit | Outfit | Pokemon Breeder Monthly #37 | |
Chic Outfit | Outfit | Information Wanted | |
Sport Outfit | Outfit | Archeology Magazine #12 | |
Long Bangs Hairstyle | Hairstyle | DELUXE Alola! (February Issue) | |
Fluffy Hairstyle | Hairstyle | Alola! (January Issue) | |
Curly Hairstyle | Hairstyle | Gym Leader Monthly (June Issue) | |
Locs Hairstyle | Hairstyle | Angler Monthly (Special Edition) | |
Sideswept Hairstyle | Hairstyle | New Bark Bulletin (February) | |
Simple Hairstyle | Hairstyle | Saffron City Press Release |
Lore Significance
The Human Records collectively tell the story of what happened to Kanto's human population before the events of Pokopia. Key story threads include:
Professor's Diary: Chronicles the research leading up to the cataclysm and evacuation. The six entries are scattered across Withered Wasteland, Bleak Beach, Rocky Ridges, and Sparkling Skylands.
Team R Grunt's Journal: Reveals Team Rocket's involvement and their perspective on the events. The eight entries trace a single grunt's experiences.
Hacker's Confessions: Reveal technical details about what went wrong with critical systems. The six entries describe attempts to hack into and understand the infrastructure failures.
Newspapers: Document daily life in Kanto's cities before the evacuation. This shows how the public was informed (or kept in the dark) about the impending crisis.
Poke Life Dev Diary: Documents the development of a mysterious project. The five entries hint at connections to the Pokemon Conservation Project.
Someone's Journal: A four-part series spanning all story areas. Each entry is found inside the local Pokemon Center, providing a ground-level perspective on the evacuation.
Tips
Explore thoroughly near man-made structures. Records are often hidden beside benches, beds, and ruined buildings.
Return to areas after learning new abilities. Some records are behind walls requiring Cut, Rock Smash, or Surf to access.
Check Dream Islands for exclusive records not found in story areas. Many cosmetic-rewarding magazines are Dream Island exclusives.
Talk to every Pokemon with a speech bubble. Some emotes are only unlocked through Pokemon conversations.
Use Photo Mode with a tripod to take expressive screenshots using your unlocked emotes.
The Someone's Journal entries (#1 through #4) are always found inside the Pokemon Center of each story area, making them some of the easiest records to collect.
Records glow with a faint sparkle in the overworld. If you spot a glint near a ruined structure, investigate it.