One of the biggest companies in the world. Silph Co. invented the Pokéball and own the main lines of production across the Regions. The Silph Co. building is a huge complex that stands amongst the other skyscrapers in the city.
Although it is not officially recognised as one, many refer to The Fighting Dojo as Saffron's second Gym. It is run by Kiyo, a martial arts expert and well as a master of fighting type Pokémon. He will offer any trainer that can beat him one of the gym's prized Pokémon rather than a badge.
The train line that connects Johto and Kanto together. The Magnet Train is a super fast service that can travel between Saffron and Goldenrod City in half an hour. It is used very often by people who need to travel between the two regions for business.
A second fanclub, partnered with the one in Vermilion exists here. The fanclub will try and put trainers up for the night, however they rarely have room for everyone. This is a useful place for trainers, breeders and coordinators to travel and exchange tips.
Sabrina, the psychic specialist leads the Saffron Gym. She is a silent and proud woman, and one of the most powerful trainers in the Region. She is a formidable opponent, and the gym itself is littered with puzzles in the form of warp panels, making the Gym feel more like a maze than anything else.