The season is SPRING. The cold has finally receeded, and leaves are beginning to sprout from trees. Pokemon are coming out of hibernation and poking their heads out into the world again.
There is something wrong about Zeboim Canyon. Walking past it brings no trouble, but if you look into the depths of its fissure, there is only darkness and an overwhelming sense of dread. Explorers have reported that although the canyon is treacherous, it seems normal. The official reports don't mention that there's a cold wind that whispers sweet words into your ears as you traverse the chasm. The scourge avoid Zeboim--they know what lies within there.