Laventon

Laventon is a place name that can refer to several distinct locations. In England, there is a village and civil parish named Laventon, located in the county of Devon. This Devonshire Laventon is known for its rural character and its historical parish church.

Another significant use of the name Laventon is in the context of the video game Pokémon Legends: Arceus. In this game, Laventon serves as the starting town and base of operations for the player character. It is situated in the Hisui region, an ancient precursor to the Sinnoh region. The Laventon in the game is a small, frontier settlement where the player receives their first Pokémon and begins their research journey into the wild Pokémon of Hisui. It features a research lab and various facilities to support the player's expeditions. The character Professor Laventon, a prominent figure in the game's narrative, is associated with this location and provides guidance to the player.