Forgive my weakness and forgive my sins

The route northwest of Viridian is closed. Trainers are currently not allowed to cross it, not even to see if the Elite Four is truly waiting beyond.

[He can't even hide his disappointment properly. He'd been looking forward to confirming that particular rumor.]

That leaves route 26 to the south and route 28 to the west. If anyone knows where they lead, I'd appreciate any information. ...Or perhaps I should go back and-

[And it's off. Guess that last part wasn't meant for everyone to hear.]

Finding a Fire-type Gym so close to a frozen cavern was unexpected, but they seem to be doing well enough.

[Cecil looks cheerful, proud and covered by a thin layer of frost. That's what happens when the whole battle is spent under Rain Dance and said frozen cavern is visited right after, but he doesn't mind.]

Two more badges to earn by August 29. Perhaps having sixteen has more of an effect than having only Johto's eight; we'll know soon enough

[He doubts that, but it's a nice thought.]

[My, what is this? A sleeping bag is spread out near a few tall rocks, with a campfire to its left. Multiple articles of clothing are strewn around, along with a few random objects. Why, it looks like a makeshift camp deep within a cave!

...Actually, it looks more like a curious Sandshrew poking at the Pokégear, but the camp is there in the background. And said Sandshrew doesn't even stay there very long, as it suddenly gets smacked in the head by a pokéball.]

...It seems something good came out of this unexpected teleportation after all.

[Yet he doesn't say it with much energy. You'd think his first capture in over a year would be a reason to celebrate.]

I have a question for those who were previously familiar with Kanto. From Mt. Moon, should I aim for Pewter or for Cerulean? I'd rather not find myself spending a week outside during a snowstorm.

[Even though he did that deliberately last year. Hypocrite.]

Well, I've finally found a building of historical and mythical significance.

[The video is somewhat dark, but Cecil can be seen, looking attentively at the walls.]

I was unable to visit the matching tower, sadly. But the associated legend is rather interesting. One Pokémon reviving three others... That would take more than the equivalent of a Phoenix Down. Or of a Raise spell.

[He takes a Revive from his pocket and shows it to the camera.]

I also managed to find a few items between all the rocks. Hidden objects and capsules that serve as treasure chests; it almost feels like home. Has anyone found interesting objects on the road?