Pokémon Platinum/Route 201

'Route 201 is the first place in the game to catch Pokémon, but more will come soon. Connecting Twinleaf Town to Sandgem Town, Route 201 tests the power of new trainers and their Pokémon'

Events
As your first outing, you have no Pokémon, meaning if you even attempt to go in the grass, Prof. Rowan will appear and give you and your rival your first pokemon. The starters are the fire pokemon Chimcar, the water pokemon Piplup, and the grass pokemon Turtwig. Don't be shy! Talk to anyone and everyone you happen to see. By talking to people, you  will get invaluable information and advice.