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# Beginner Guide

Welcome to PokeKingdoms! This guide will help you get started on your Pokemon adventure.

## 🎯 First Steps

### 1. Read the Rules

Before you start playing, make sure to read the [Server Rules](/rules-and-information/server-rules.md). Following these rules ensures everyone has a great experience!

### 2. Choose Your Starter

When you first join, you'll be able to choose your starter Pokemon. Choose wisely - this will be your first companion on your journey!

**Starter Options:**

* Grass Type: Bulbasaur, Chikorita, Treecko, Turtwig, Snivy, Chespin, Rowlet, Grookey, Sprigatito
* Fire Type: Charmander, Cyndaquil, Torchic, Chimchar, Tepig, Fennekin, Litten, Scorbunny, Fuecoco
* Water Type: Squirtle, Totodile, Mudkip, Piplup, Oshawott, Froakie, Popplio, Sobble, Quaxly

### 3. Explore the Spawn Area

Take some time to explore spawn! You'll find:

* Important information boards
* Shops and NPCs
* Warp portals to different areas
* Other players to meet

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## 🏠 Finding Your Home

### Claiming Land

One of the first things you should do is find a place to build your base and claim it!

1. Explore the world to find a nice location (remember: 150 blocks minimum from other claims)
2. Use `/claim` or a golden shovel to claim your land
3. Your claim protects your builds and chests from other players

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Check out the [Claiming Land Guide](/guides/claiming-land.md) for detailed claiming instructions!
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### Building Your Base

Once you've claimed land, you can start building:

* Craft a bed to set your spawn point
* Build storage for your items
* Create a Pokemon healing station
* Set up breeding areas for later

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## ⚔️ Catching Pokemon

### Finding Pokemon

Pokemon spawn naturally in the world based on:

* **Biome** - Water Pokemon near water, Fire Pokemon in hot biomes, etc.
* **Time of Day** - Some Pokemon only spawn at night or day
* **Weather** - Certain Pokemon prefer rain or clear weather

Use `/checkspawns` to see what Pokemon can spawn in your current area!

### Battle Mechanics

* Click on a wild Pokemon to start a battle
* Use your Pokemon's moves strategically
* Weaken the Pokemon before throwing a Pokeball
* Different Pokeballs have different catch rates

### Pokeball Types

* **Poke Ball** - Basic ball, works for most common Pokemon
* **Great Ball** - Better catch rate than Poke Ball
* **Ultra Ball** - Even better catch rate, good for rare Pokemon
* **Master Ball** - Guaranteed catch (very rare!)
* **Specialty Balls** - Dusk Ball (night), Net Ball (water/bug), etc.

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## 💰 Making Money

Money is essential on PokeKingdoms! Here's how to earn it:

### 1. Selling to Shop

Use `/shop` to sell items like:

* Ores and minerals
* Pokemon drops
* Crafted items
* Excess materials

### 2. Player Trading (STS)

* List Pokemon on `/sts` for other players to buy
* Price competitively to make sales!

### 3. Hunts

* Complete hunt challenges for rewards
* Use `/hunts` to view and accept challenges

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Learn more in the [Money Guide](/guides/money-guide.md)!
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## 🎁 Daily Activities

### Vote Daily

Use `/voting` to vote for the server and receive:

* In-game currency
* Voting crate keys
* Special items

### Login Calendar

Use `/calendar` to claim daily login rewards for playing consistently!

### Complete Hunts

Use `/hunts` to view active hunts and challenges to earn extra rewards.

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## 📈 Progression Path

### Early Game (First Few Days)

1. ✅ Choose your starter
2. ✅ Find and claim land
3. ✅ Build a basic base
4. ✅ Catch your first team of Pokemon
5. ✅ Start earning money
6. ✅ Vote daily for rewards

### Mid Game (First Week)

1. ✅ Complete your first gym battle
2. ✅ Start breeding Pokemon
3. ✅ Expand your base and claim
4. ✅ Build a farm for resources
5. ✅ Join or create a community

### Late Game (Ongoing)

1. ✅ Complete all gym battles
2. ✅ Fill out your Pokedex for rewards
3. ✅ Build competitive Pokemon teams
4. ✅ Use Pokebuilder to perfect your Pokemon
5. ✅ Participate in server events
6. ✅ Help new players!

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## 🎮 Important Commands for Beginners

* `/mainmenu` - Access all server features
* `/rules` - View server rules
* `/help` - Get command help
* `/shop` - Buy and sell items
* `/claim` - Claim your land
* `/sethome` - Set your home point
* `/home` - Teleport home
* `/spawn` - Return to spawn
* `/pc` - Access your Pokemon PC
* `/pokeheal` - Heal your Pokemon

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For a complete command list, check out [Useful Commands](/rules-and-information/useful-commands.md)!
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## 💡 Pro Tips

1. **Vote Every Day** - Free rewards add up quickly!
2. **Claim Smartly** - Start small, expand as you get more claim blocks
3. **Breed for Profit** - Competitive Pokemon sell well on STS
4. **Join the Community** - Team up with other players for more fun
5. **Do Daily Calendar** - Never miss your login rewards
6. **Save Master Balls** - Use them only on legendary Pokemon
7. **Explore Different Biomes** - Different Pokemon spawn in different areas
8. **Use `/checkspawns`** - Know what to look for in each area
9. **Keep Your PC Organized** - Use the PC box system effectively
10. **Ask Questions** - Staff and players are here to help!

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## ❓ Need More Help?

* Check out other guides in this wiki
* Ask in server chat
* Contact staff members
* Join the community Discord

**Welcome to PokeKingdoms, and happy hunting!** 🎮✨