Refuge

The civilization of Refuge was discovered by a group of Rangers delving into the uncharted territory of the Wildwoods in November of 2014. After finding a ladder descending into the depths of the earth, they stumbled across a small group of people who had hidden themselves away since the time of the war. The people of Refuge believed themselves to be the only survivors of a world that was no longer inhabitable for humans.

Refuge itself is less a city and more a vast collection of tunnels and caverns that extend deep underground. Refuge lives in harmony with several types of Ground and Rock-type Pokémon residing in the area; they've also developed a symbiotic relationship with Ghosts that formerly resided in the forest, using Litwick to light their way in the dark. Their long hibernation underground has led to the development of a special connection with the earth. Many in Refuge with abilities like the Enlightened have developed the ability to manipulate earth regardless of their typing as well as the ability to sense and detect movement when touching the ground. Child of the Shifting Earth is the Enlightened ability unique to the people of Refuge.

For a timeline of the events leading to Refuge's discovery, please refer to the Timeline page.