Defeating the Elite Four and witnessing the climax with N and Ghetsis in Pokemon Black and White is only the beginning of your journey across the Unova region. Once the credits roll, the game opens up dramatically, granting access to previously blocked routes, high-level trainers, and legendary encounters. Trainers looking to expand their team and test their battle strategies will find dozens of hours of additional gameplay waiting for them.
Exploring Eastern Unova and New Cities
After restarting your game, Lookout Pass and the eastern half of the Unova map become fully accessible to explore. You can now travel through Marvelous Bridge to reach vibrant locations like White Forest or Black City, Undella Town, and Lacunosa Town. These areas feature wild Pokemon from previous generations that were entirely absent during the main storyline.
Visiting these new settlements also allows players to participate in unique events, such as battling Cynthia in Undella Town. Exploring the eastern routes provides valuable experience points to help raise your team to level 70 and beyond. It serves as a necessary stepping stone before tackling the region's hardest combat challenges.
Hunting the Remaining Seven Sages
Looker of the International Police enlists your help immediately after the main campaign to track down the hidden Seven Sages of Team Plasma. Six of these leaders are scattered throughout Unova, hiding in locations like the Dreamyard, Relic Castle, and Chargestone Cave. Finding each Sage rewards you with a powerful Technical Machine (TM) for your effort.
This quest takes you back through familiar dungeons with fresh perspectives and stronger wild encounters. Tracking down all six Sages helps wrap up the narrative loose ends left behind by Team Plasma's downfall. Once completed, Looker departs for another region, marking a major milestone in your post-game progress.
Challenging the Real Pokemon League
During your first playthrough, the traditional Champion battle was interrupted by N's Castle rising from the earth. Returning to the Pokemon League allows you to challenge the Elite Four once again, but this time they wield significantly stronger teams. Defeating all four members unlocks the official match against Alder, the reigning Champion of Unova.
Alder presents a diverse and formidable team that requires careful planning and high-level tactics to overcome. Conquering the League for the second time officially enters your team into the Hall of Fame. It stands as one of the ultimate tests of strength for any dedicated Pokemon trainer.
Conquering the Battle Subway and Collecting Legendaries
For players who enjoy competitive combat, Gear Station in Nimbasa City offers access to the Battle Subway. Trainers can challenge various train lines to earn Battle Points, which can be exchanged for rare items, EV-training gear, and powerful TMs. Navigating through long win streaks tests your understanding of battle mechanics, held items, and team synergy.
Additionally, the post-game introduces several powerful Legendary Pokemon waiting to be caught across Unova. You can search for the Forces of Nature roaming the land or venture into deep caverns to discover Kyurem and Volcarona. Completing your National Pokedex becomes a rewarding goal as you capture these iconic legendary creatures.
