Tracking Jacq Down: Your Guide to Finding the Biology Professor in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet’s The Teal Mask
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Professor Jacq, the ever-enthusiastic biology professor from Uva/Naranja Academy, makes a welcome appearance in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet’s The Teal Mask DLC. If you’re eager to find him and snag that precious Sinnoh starter egg, here’s the crucial information: Jacq is located just east of Mossui Town on Reveler’s Road. Specifically, he’s standing under a large tree almost immediately after you cross the bridge heading out of Mossui Town in the easterly direction. It’s a very short walk, and he’s hard to miss!
The Teal Mask: A Quick Recap
Before we dive into the specifics of Jacq’s location and what he offers, let’s briefly recap The Teal Mask DLC. This expansion takes players to Kitakami, a land steeped in folklore and brimming with new Pokémon and characters. You’ll be joining a school trip alongside Nemona (though she mostly stays in Paldea), and unraveling the mysteries surrounding the Legendary Pokémon Ogerpon. Along the way, you’ll encounter new rivals like Carmine and Kieran, and of course, the familiar face of Professor Jacq. The DLC offers a change of scenery and a fresh storyline, perfect for extending your Pokémon Scarlet & Violet adventure.
Finding Professor Jacq: A Step-by-Step Guide
Getting to Professor Jacq is relatively straightforward. Follow these steps:
- Progress through the initial stages of The Teal Mask. You’ll need to have reached the point where you are free to explore Kitakami.
- Head to Mossui Town. This is the central hub of the Kitakami region.
- Locate the eastern exit of Mossui Town. This exit leads onto Reveler’s Road.
- Cross the bridge heading east. Jacq is right after the bridge.
- Look for the large tree. Professor Jacq will be standing underneath it.
Once you find him, interact with him to initiate a short cutscene where he gifts you an egg containing one of the Sinnoh starters! This is your chance to get Turtwig, Chimchar, or Piplup. Jacq asks if you are enjoying the school trip before revealing what he’s been watching lately—a mysterious Pokemon egg.
What to Expect After Finding Professor Jacq
After locating Professor Jacq and receiving the Sinnoh starter egg, you’ll need to hatch it! Remember that Pokémon eggs hatch faster if you have a Pokémon with the Flame Body ability in your party. Once hatched, you will have one of the Sinnoh starters! This is also an important time to take in the atmosphere, remember that The Teal Mask DLC has plenty of activities to dive into.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About The Teal Mask and Professor Jacq
Here are some frequently asked questions related to The Teal Mask DLC and Professor Jacq’s role in it:
Where is Professor Jacq in The Teal Mask after first encounter?
After his initial appearance east of Mossui Town, Professor Jacq doesn’t move. He remains under the tree for the duration of The Teal Mask storyline. So, if you need to refer back to him, that is where he can be found.
What does Professor Jacq give you in The Teal Mask?
Professor Jacq gives you an egg containing one of the Sinnoh starters: Turtwig, Chimchar, or Piplup. This is a valuable opportunity to add these Pokémon to your team if you missed them in previous games.
Is Professor Jacq a professor in the Uva/Naranja Academy?
Yes, Professor Jacq is the biology professor at the Uva Academy (in Scarlet) or Naranja Academy (in Violet). He is also your homeroom teacher.
Is The Teal Mask DLC worth buying?
Whether The Teal Mask is worth buying depends on individual preferences. Some players appreciate the new storyline, Pokémon, and region, while others find it lacking in quality compared to the base game.
Is The Teal Mask DLC only for Pokémon Scarlet?
No, The Teal Mask DLC is available for both Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. However, there are version-exclusive Pokémon in the DLC, so you may need to trade with players of the opposite version to complete your Pokédex.
Is the DLC postgame worthy?
There is so much for players to see and do in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s The Teal Mask, even in the postgame. Long after you finish off the main story of Kitakami and deal with Ogerpon, you still have plenty of activities to finish, especially if you didn’t do some of the side quests and collect all of the Pokemon.
Can you play The Teal Mask on Pokémon Violet?
Yes, The Teal Mask can be played on both Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. The DLC adjusts Pokémon levels based on completion, ensuring a similar difficulty to that point in the main story.
Does The Teal Mask include new characters?
Yes, The Teal Mask introduces new characters such as Kieran, Carmine, and Briar from Blueberry Academy. These characters play significant roles in the DLC’s storyline.
Where are the version exclusive Pokemon?
The version exclusive Pokemon in the Teal Mask are Gligar (Scarlet) and Cramorant (Violet).
How long does it take to complete The Teal Mask story?
The Teal Mask story takes approximately 6½ hours to complete if focusing on the main objectives. Completing all aspects of the game, including side quests and exploration, may take around 14½ hours.
Where can I find Feebas in The Teal Mask?
Feebas can be found in the pools hidden within the tunnels lying beneath the Crystal Pool of Oni Mountain in the Kitakami region. They can be difficult to find.
Where can I find Gligar in The Teal Mask?
Gligar can be found in the Paradise Barrens in the northwest of Kitakami. It can also be found zipping around the Kitakami Wilds and various parts of Oni Mountain.
Where can I find the rich couple?
The couple will head next to an isolated plateau between South Province Area One and Area Five. The closest landmark to warp to is the Grasswither Shrine and head north or Los Platos and head east. Climb up here again and you’ll find them overlooking the area.
Is Nemona in The Teal Mask?
Unlike Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s base game, the characters players have come to know like Penny, Arven, and Nemona are not a factor in The Teal Mask DLC. Instead, the focus is placed on the new characters of Kieran, Carmine, and their teacher Briar from Blueberry Academy.
Who is the main rival in Pokémon Teal Mask?
Carmine is a rival Pokemon Trainer introduced in Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet’s DLC, The Teal Mask. She is highly competitive and sort of has a fire-and-ice kind of personality. She and her younger brother Kieran are both your partners and rivals as you travel across Kitakami during The Teal Mask DLC main story.
Conclusion: Jacq and Beyond
Finding Professor Jacq in The Teal Mask is an early and rewarding experience, granting you one of the coveted Sinnoh starters. He’s a pretty easy to find character, and his role provides a nice interlude with a familiar face. Beyond this, continue exploring Kitakami, unravel its mysteries, and catch all the new and returning Pokémon.
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Enjoy your adventure in Kitakami!