Pokémon Pokopia Papers Locations

TL;DR

Papers are a type of Human Records collectible found across Pokopia’s areas and Dream Islands.
There are four confirmed Papers: Shellos Report, Project Cancellation Proposal, Daily Porygon2 Notes, and New Plan Proposal.
One Paper is found on Ocean Dream Island — you’ll need to know how to visit Dream Islands to grab it.
Papers are hidden near environmental props like benches, desks, and crates — look carefully around interactive objects.
The Rocky Ridges Paper is underground, so check the northern subterranean area carefully.
Collecting all Papers contributes to your full Human Records completion.

Papers in Pokémon Pokopia are a type of Human Records collectible that document the research, plans, and reports left behind by Pokopia’s former inhabitants. Unlike Notes, which tend to be found near Pokémon Centers and key landmarks, Papers are often tucked beside furniture and environmental objects — benches, desks, and crates — making them easy to walk right past.

There are four Papers confirmed so far, spread across three main areas and one Dream Island. Here’s exactly where to find them all.

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All Pokémon Pokopia Papers Locations

Here is the complete list of all Papers locations in Pokémon Pokopia:

Paper Name	Location	Status
Shellos Report	Withered Wasteland	✅ Found
Project Cancellation Proposal	Rocky Ridges	✅ Found
Daily Porygon2 Notes	Sparkling Skylands	✅ Found
New Plan Proposal (name TBD)	Ocean Dream Island	✅ Found

Pokémon Pokopia Papers Locations – Detailed Guide

Withered Wasteland – Shellos Report

The Shellos Report is found next to a wooden bench on a cliff edge to the west of the Withered Wasteland Pokémon Center. Head west from the center and look for the cliff edge — the Paper sits right beside the bench overlooking the drop. It’s a scenic spot and easy to reach early in the game.

Rocky Ridges – Project Cancellation Proposal

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The Project Cancellation Proposal is found next to a desk in an underground area in the northern part of Rocky Ridges. This one takes a bit more work to reach — you’ll need to locate the underground entrance in the north, then search for the desk inside. Make sure you know how to jump to navigate the area’s terrain as you descend. It’s worth picking up materials while you’re exploring the underground section.

Sparkling Skylands – Daily Porygon2 Notes

The Daily Porygon2 Notes are found on the east side of Sparkling Skylands, specifically to the west of the east Area Gate. Once you’ve reached the eastern portion of Sparkling Skylands, locate the Area Gate and then walk west — the Papers are nearby. Sparkling Skylands is the final major area in Pokopia, so you’ll need to have completed the main quests in Withered Wasteland, Bleak Beach, and Rocky Ridges first. Working on increasing your Environment Level will help you unlock it faster.

Ocean Dream Island – New Plan Proposal

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The New Plan Proposal (name TBD) is found next to a stack of wooden crates on the Ocean Dream Island. Dream Islands are special locations separate from Pokopia’s main areas — if you haven’t visited one yet, check out our guide on how to visit Dream Islands and the full materials list. Once on Ocean Dream Island, scan around for the crate stack and the Paper will be right beside it.

Tips for Finding All Papers in Pokémon Pokopia

Papers are consistently found near props and furniture rather than open landmarks, so scan around every desk, bench, and crate you come across. The Rocky Ridges Paper in particular is easy to miss because it’s underground — always check subterranean sections of an area before moving on.

The Ocean Dream Island Paper requires knowing how to visit Dream Islands, which isn’t immediately obvious. Prioritize unlocking Dream Island access as part of your mid-game progression. Your moves and transformations will also help you reach awkward terrain, and knowing how to swim is useful for island navigation.

If you’re going for full collectible completion, pair your Papers hunt with the Notes locations guide and the broader Human Records guide to track everything in one run.

Frequently Asked Questions – Pokémon Pokopia Papers Locations

What are Papers in Pokémon Pokopia?

Papers are a sub-category of Human Records collectibles in Pokémon Pokopia. They are formal documents — research reports, project proposals, and daily logs — left behind in Pokopia’s ruins. Collecting them fills out the Human Records section of your progress tracker.

How many Papers are there in Pokémon Pokopia?

There are four confirmed Papers in Pokémon Pokopia at the time of writing: the Shellos Report, Project Cancellation Proposal, Daily Porygon2 Notes, and New Plan Proposal. This guide will be updated if additional Papers are discovered.

Where is the Ocean Dream Island Paper?

The New Plan Proposal is found next to a stack of wooden crates on Ocean Dream Island. To reach it, you first need to unlock Dream Island access — our Dream Islands guide explains exactly how to get there and what to bring

Are Papers different from Notes in Pokémon Pokopia?

Yes. Both Papers and Notes are sub-categories of Human Records, but they are tracked separately. Notes tend to be found near Pokémon Centers and Area Gates, while Papers are typically located beside environmental furniture like desks, benches, and crates.

Do Papers affect gameplay or are they just lore?

Papers are primarily lore collectibles. They don’t unlock abilities or items, but collecting all of them — along with all other Human Records — contributes to your overall completion percentage. If you’re aiming for 100%, don’t skip them. Check for any active Mystery Gift Codes while you’re working through your completion checklist.

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