The Great Monkey Hunt: Actually Finding Pansage, Pansear, & Panpour in Pokémon Legends: Z-A (Without Staring at Trees All Day)
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Finding Pansage, Pansear, and Panpour in *Pokémon Legends: Z-A* is a head-scratcher thanks to vague in-game hints, but clever players have found reliable early-game rooftop locations in Bleu Sector 7 and Jaune Sector 2, saving you from endlessly staring at trees.
Right then, gather 'round, mates. I've been tinkering with the latest buzz around *Pokémon Legends: Z-A*, and bloody hell, it’s already giving us those classic Pokémon head-scratchers, isn't it? We’re barely out of the gate, and players are already tearing their hair out over finding a trio of cheeky monkeys: Pansage, Pansear, and Panpour.
You know that feeling when you're given a quest, and the instructions are about as clear as a foggy mirror after a shower? That's precisely what's happening here. The game, bless its cotton socks, drops you with Side Mission 18, aptly named 'A Pan-tastic Pot of Tea,' and asks you to rustle up these three elemental rascals for a café manager. Sounds simple, doesn't it? A quick jaunt, maybe a bit of foraging. Except, the game's 'guidance' is less a compass and more a shrug, basically mumbling something about finding them 'up in trees and on roofs.' Fair dinkum, thanks for the groundbreaking insight, Game Freak! It's like being told to find a lost sock by looking 'in the laundry.' Not wrong, but not exactly helpful either.
Now, as a digital wizard who's accidentally blown a hole through reality more than once, I'm naturally curious about these sorts of conundrums. What makes these particular Pokémon so elusive? Why the cloak and dagger routine for some relatively common-ish critters? Is there a grander design, a meta-narrative about patience, or just a developer having a giggle at our expense? Probably the latter, let's be honest. We've all been there, squinting at pixelated foliage, convinced we're just one more tree-stare away from a breakthrough, only to find nothing but leaves and existential dread.
But here's the thing about gamers, isn't it? We're a resourceful lot. Give us a vague hint and a monumental task, and someone, somewhere, will inevitably crack the code. And that's exactly what's happened with our Pan-tastic predicament. While the game wants you to wander aimlessly like a confused tourist who's lost their tour group, some clever bods have already charted a course to a couple of reliable early-game hotspots. Because who has time for 'aimless wandering' when there's tea to be had, eh?
The Pokédex, that trusty digital tome, confirms that, yes, these monkeys *do* hang out in trees and on roofs. But it conveniently forgets to mention that they don't seem to fancy the wild zones at all. Nope, these aren't your average forest-floor foragers. They're city dwellers, urbanites with a penchant for high-rise living. This immediately narrows the scope, but still leaves a vast metropolis of rooftops to scrutinize. That's where the smart money, and this handy guide, comes in.
Turns out, there are two spots, relatively early in your adventure, that consistently cough up at least two of these primate pals. A word of caution, though, before you go charging in like a hero from a cheesy action flick: these monkeys are random. So you might get a couple of Pansage when all you really need is a Panpour. If that happens, you've got your usual Pokémon options: catch 'em, defeat 'em, or give 'em a good old runaround. Just remember, they won't respawn instantly, so if you're unlucky with your elemental draw, you might have to cool your jets for a bit. It’s a bit of optimistically chaotic charm, really – you never quite know what you're gonna get!
### First Stop: Bleu Sector 7 Rooftop – The Nouveau Café's Perch
Alright, let's get down to brass tacks. For your first reliable monkey-magnet, you'll want to hoof it west from Wild Zone 1. Keep going until you hit the Bleu Pokémon Center. Now, don't just stand there gawping; wrap yourself around the building. You're looking for Nouveau Café Truck No. 2 – a food truck that, rather conveniently, doubles as a fast travel point. Because who doesn't love a good coffee truck and a swift teleportation option?
Once you’ve spotted the truck, cast your eyes upwards, my friend. You'll see some scaffolding clinging to the building – this is your ticket to the high life. It's actually the same scaffolding recommended for bagging an early Eevee, which is a nice little bonus bit of clever observation if you're into multi-tasking. Climb on up, navigate the rooftops until you're directly above the Pokémon Center itself. What awaits you? A couple of chatty NPCs (probably discussing the merits of artisanal coffee) some breakable rocks (because, why not?) and, crucially, two pan-monkeys!
These rooftop dwellers typically hover around levels 16 and 17, so be prepared for a decent skirmish. But honestly, knowing *where* they are is half the battle won, isn't it? No more staring forlornly at every single tree.
### Second Stop: Jaune Sector 2 Rooftop – The Justice Dojo's High Ground
Now for the second prime location. This one takes you over to Jaune Sector 2, which is situated west of the Justice Dojo. If you're starting from a known landmark, I'd recommend kicking off from the majestic Prism Tower and heading northwest. You’re aiming for the Saison Canal. Once you reach it, take the northern path, which should lead you to a rather grand, wide staircase. Ascend, my friend, ascend!
At the very top of that staircase, hang a sharp left. What's that? A ladder? Indeed! Climb it. And lo and behold, once you've scaled to the top, look right. You should see not two, but *three* pan-monkeys just chilling out on a lower rooftop. A proper little simian convention, if you ask me.
These chaps are a bit more varied in their levels, usually ranging from 14-17. More monkeys, more chances to bag the one you're missing, even with the random spawns. It’s like finding a secret stash of digital tea leaves, giving you a glimpse into the game's hidden patterns.
These two locations aren't the *only* places these elusive critters can be found, I reckon. But they are, without a shadow of a doubt, some of the easiest and earliest spots to access. Which means less wasted time staring at pigeons disguised as Pokémon, and more time actually completing your missions and moving on to the next grand adventure. Because ultimately, that's what we want, isn't it? To play the game, not play 'guess where the developers hid the bloody monkeys.'
This clever bit of spelunking into the digital wilds was brought to our attention by the ace explorers over at Polygon, specifically Julia Lee and Johnny Yu, who charted these spots for us. Cheers, mates!
Tags: Pokemon, Pokemon Legends ZA, Gaming Guides, RPG, Open World
Original article: Polygon