> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://wiki.cobbleland.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://wiki.cobbleland.com/cobblemon-wiki/welcome-to-cobbleland/mechanic-guides/gym-guide.md). # Gym Guide So you wanna be a Pokémon Master, eh? Well, you'll have to get through our rough 'n tough Gym Leaders first! If you know Pokémon, there's a good chance you'll know the title of "**Gym Leader.**" Gym Leaders are some of the highest ranking, top notch, most extreme Pokémon trainers you'll ever meet! And here on Cobbleland, it will be no different. You must prepare your team diligently, and work extremely hard to stand face to face with one of these tough foes. ## Your Gym Leaders! On Cobbleland we have *player-run* Gyms. This means that you will be fighting against **another player.** As such, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with these friendly faces. You may do so by using `/warp gyms` . You will then be transported to an area showcasing every current Gym Leader on your realm.

The Gym Leader warp on Mystic.

These players have been chosen based on an application sent in to our Gym Managers. As such, these players will be exceptionally skilled, kind, respectful, and humble. Please feel free to ask any Gym Leader for help on things such as teambuilding, strategizing, or general game knowledge. They will be some of the most knowledgeable people that you are bound to meet in your time on Cobbleland. ## Gym Rules CobbleLand is an ever-growing ecosystem, so it is necessary for Gym Managers to create rules in order to keep the essence of the game fair. Commonly used rules (such as Smogon rules) will not be applicable because our meta will be constantly changing. All rules must be followed by both challengers and leaders during their battles. You can take a look at our rules below or in this [this spreadsheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Q8uRMj3BforlmP0H6AhmzHAh9ESUzu3ggHK3kUWbaJ4/edit?gid=1738068693#gid=1738068693). If you're unsure whether your team meets these requirements, you can use the command `/ruleset validate` + `gym_single`, `gym_double`, or `gymrules` based on your realm and what format you're competing in.

Rule #1 Fully Trained Teams Requirement

All Pokémon must be level 100 with 508 EVs to be gym legal.

Rule #2 Point Limit Clause

A Team must not exceed the allocated points of 6 points (singles) or 12 points (doubles).

Each Pokémon has an allocated value in their respective format. Any Pokemon not listed are counted as 0 points.

You can read more about CobbleLand's points system here.

Rule #3 Wildcard Clause

Gym leaders are allowed a single "wildcard" Pokémon of any type that deviates from their respective monotype. This wildcard may only be 2 points or less (singles) or 3 points or less (doubles).


Fakemon Fusions are allowed as wildcards in their respective realms.

Rule #4 Species Clause

Players may not have two Pokémon sharing the same National Pokédex number on the same team. For example, Koffing and Weezing are allowed on one team since they hold different dex numbers, while Weezing and Galarian Weezing are not, as they share the same dex number.

Fakemon Fusions count each of their component Pokemon toward Species Clause within their respective realms. This means a Fusion may not share a component Pokémon with another team member, Fusion or not.

Rule #5 Endless Battle Clause

Players cannot intentionally prevent an opponent from being able to end a game without forfeiting. Examples of this would be preventing the opponent from fainting via PP Depletion or dying from Struggle recoil.

Rule #6 Sleep Clause

Players may not induce sleep on more than 1 of the opponent's Pokémon (singles) or 2 of the opponent's Pokémon (doubles) at a time.

Moves that inflicts sleep indirectly such as Dire Claw and Relic Song are excempt from this clause.

Rule #7 Berserk Gene Clause

Pokémon that cost any amount of points (1-6) will not be allowed to use the item "Berserk Gene". This item is restricted to only 0-point Pokémon.

Rule #8 Bag Item Clause

Players are not allowed to use items in their inventory excluding Mega Bracelets and Z-Rings.

Rule #9 OHKO Clause

A Pokémon must not have moves Fissure, Guillotine, Horn Drill or Sheer Cold in its moveset.

Rule #10 Item Clause

Each pokemon must hold 1 unique item.

Rule #11 Arceus Clause

You are allowed to use any form of Arceus on a normal monotype team. This will cost you your wildcard.

Rule #12 Perish / Encore Trap Clause

You are not allowed to run the move Perish Song or Encore in combination with Pokémon that have the ability to prevent switching out.

Banned Moves

  • Fissure
  • Guillotine
  • Horn Drill
  • Sheer Cold
  • Last Respects
  • Double Team
  • Minimize
  • Acupressure
  • Baton Pass
  • Shed Tail

Banned Items

  • Bright Powder
  • Lax Incense
  • King's Rock
  • Razor Fang
  • Razor Claw

Banned Pokémon

Singles (Official)

  • Mega Rayquaza, Ultra Necrozma, Primal Groudon, Primal Kyogre, Calyrex Shadow, Mega Zygarde, Miraidon

Singles (Fakemon)

  • Evereon, Nimbus Koraidon, Nimbus Mega Rayquaza, Nimbus Mega Mewtwo X, Nimbus Mega Mewtwo Y

Doubles

  • Mega Rayquaza, Calyrex Shadow, Primal Groudon, Primal Kyogre, Mega Zygarde.
These rules are enforced in order to make each match fair for **both sides.** As such, if you or a Gym Leader recognizes that a rule has been broken, **action will be taken.** It is important to follow every rule during a Gym Battle, as breaking one will mean that the battle is instantly **forfeit.** Depending on who broke the rule, the round will be awarded to the person who did not break the rules. If a player or Gym Leader has repeatedly broken any rules, they will subsequently be either removed from their position, or a hold will be placed on their ability to challenge a Gym. On Cobbleland, we care deeply about the sense of fairness felt by each and every player, so best to read up on those rules before taking your first step to becoming Champion! *Note: In the case of a disconnection or crash of a Gym Leader, the current round will go to the challenger. If the challenger crashes or disconnects, it is up to them whether or not to restart or forfeit the victory.* ## Points The **Point System** is a mechanic introduced by the Gym Managers that will help out both players and Gym Leaders. Essentially, your team is given a maximum capacity of **6 points** in singles or **12 points** in doubles. Certain Pokémon (such as legendaries, paradoxes, ultra beasts, etc.) will **increase** your point value. It is important to take into account these point values before constructing a team, in order to make sure that they are within the capacity.\ \ If you cannot find a Pokémon in the lists below, that means they are worth 0 points and can be used without increasing your point total.

Singles Points (Official Pokémon)

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Q8uRMj3BforlmP0H6AhmzHAh9ESUzu3ggHK3kUWbaJ4/edit?gid=0#gid=0

Singles Points (Fakemon)

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Q8uRMj3BforlmP0H6AhmzHAh9ESUzu3ggHK3kUWbaJ4/edit?gid=445404317#gid=445404317

Doubles Points

(Official Pokémon Only)

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Q8uRMj3BforlmP0H6AhmzHAh9ESUzu3ggHK3kUWbaJ4/edit?gid=1752887881#gid=1752887881
Your team is allowed to be comprised of **any combination** of valued Pokémon, so long as they do not exceed 6 or 12 points. This means that you may use 2 Legendary Pokémon, or 2 Paradox Pokémon in conjunction, **as long as** they do not go over the maximum. Please make sure to check the points total of your team before you challenge a gym, as teams over the point limit will be disqualified from challenging. If you're unsure whether your team meets these requirements, you can use the command `/ruleset validate` + `gym_single`, `gym_double`, or `gymrules` based on your realm and what format you're competing in. ### Why? It may seem a bit silly to place a limit on which Pokémon can be used in conjunction with another. However, due to the current status of Cobbleland's progression, we are essentially in a limited **National Dex Ubers** tier of games. This means that while some Pokémon might be incredibly strong with the addition of certain other Pokémon (or the result of one not being added yet,) and the presence of certain game mechanics, it is hard to classify the combat scene as purely one tier. As such, these point values have been devised to place effective limits on Pokémon that may appear to be too strong at their current state. It is important to note that with each update, **the Gym Rules may or may not shift accordingly.** Your Gym Managers are watching very closely with each introduction of even a single Pokémon. ## Challenging a Gym As Gyms are ran by players, the best way to challenge a gym is to ask them when they are currently online. Before you do however, ask yourself a few questions;\ \ \- Does my team follow all Gym Rules?\ \- Do I have time to challenge a leader?\ \- Am I prepared?\ \ If the answer is **NO** to any of these questions, then perhaps now is not the best time. But fret not, young trainer, as these players will be on quite often. Gym Leaders will always be ready for a fight, so as soon as you know you're prepared, shoot them a message asking to challenge.\ \ When you challenge a gym, there will be two distinct parts: A trial, and your Gym Battle. Similarly to the mainline games, each Gym Leader has a specific trial created by themselves that you must pass first before fighting them. These can range anywhere, from parkour, to a maze, to a quiz, to even a game of chess. Be sure you're ready for anything when you challenge a Gym Leader!

Mystic's Rock Type Gym challenge.

If you fail a Gym Leader's trial, do not worry, as you are free to challenge them again once 24 hours have elapsed. While these trials are meant to be challenging, they are not meant to be impossible. Your endurance and patience will be tested, but once you make it through that trial...

...the Gym Leader awaits.

Remember to keep a cool head, analyze your opponent, and get that badge. You got this, trainer.\ \ *P.S. Please remember to follow all rules, and be respectful during any PvP matches you may partake in. We thank you for making our server a livelier place with your epic battles!*