Player gyms

It varies. Some gyms run open hours with a queue at the arena. Others use Discord sign-ups or a challenge board so leaders can manage time and avoid nonstop requests. Early gyms are more likely to allow walk-ins; higher tiers often run by appointment.

Expect a level cap, a team size, and a few clauses to keep matches sane. Common rules include species duplicates bans, limits on legendaries, item restrictions, and a fixed format like singles or doubles. Most servers post rules at the gym entrance and treat them as non-negotiable.

Good servers tier their gyms. Early gyms use low caps and accessible picks so new players can learn matchups without getting rolled. Higher gyms are where you see tighter rules and sharper teams. If everything runs at one top tier, newcomers usually have to grind before the format feels fair.

Usually, but it is a responsibility more than a perk. Servers tend to require activity, a clean record, a theme-appropriate team, and proof you can host matches reliably. Tryouts, arena builds, and seasonal openings are common.

Badges are progression you have to win. They often unlock tournaments, elite leagues, ranks, regions, or shop access, and they carry social weight because everyone knows you earned them under rules. Even when rewards are modest, badges give people a reason to keep building teams instead of stopping at max level.