FAQ

Answers to our most asked frequently questions


How do I play on Apex Cobblemon?

To join us on Apex Cobblemon, follow our in depth Installation Tutorial.


I'm new to Apex Cobblemon, what should I do?

First of all, welcome! We truly hope you enjoy your experience on Apex Cobblemon. We have tons of useful articles to help you familiarize yourself with our server and begin your adventure.

  • Money Guide Learn the best ways to make money

  • Useful Commands Learn the most commonly used and essential commands

  • Random Teleport Teleport to a random overworld location with /rtp

circle-check

Where does (X) Pokémon spawn?

You can find out where any Pokémon spawns by running the /pwiki <pokemon> in game.

If you are interested in learning more about how Pokémon spawn, you may refer to the official Pokémon Spawn Presetsarrow-up-right and Pokémon Spawn Biomesarrow-up-right.


Where can I get legendary Pokémon?

Main Article: Legendary Pokémon

Legendary Pokémon can be obtained many different ways, some are exclusive to features while others spawn at random intervals every few hours. Legendary Pokémon can also be obtained from our Legend Crate which can be opened with keys bought from our in-game store.


How do I get Crate Keys?

Crate Keys can be obtained from many features on the server, some of the most rewarding methods include:

Additionally, if you would like to purchase Crate Keys you may always do so in our Donation Store.


For the full guide on how to claim your base, please refer to our Linking Guide.


How do I claim my base?

For the full guide on how to claim your base, please refer to our Claiming Guide.


How do I get back to my base?

To get back to your base you must set a home using the /sethome <name> command. If you forgot to set a home at your base, don't worry! Simply run /flan list and ask a staff member to teleport you to the coordinates of your base.


How do I use the in-game voice chat?

For the full guide on how to use voice chat, please refer to our Voice Chat Guide.


What perks does (X) rank come with?

There are two types of "Ranks" on the server:

Donator Ranks

View the perks of each donator rank in-game with /store or in the Donation Store article.

Crown Ranks

You can view all the perks of each crown rank with the /ranks command in game.


How do I make money on the server?

For the full guide on how to make money on the server, please refer to our Money Guide.


How do I join the Staff Team? Are there any benefits?

To apply to join the Staff Team you must first meet the following requirements:

  • Must have played on the server for 2 weeks

  • Must have 48 hours of /playtime on the server

  • Must be at least 17 years of age

If you meet all these requirements and would like to apply, please fill out the Helper Applicationarrow-up-right.

Helpers are automatically granted access to the Apex Rank, have the ability to host community events, and may participate in beta tests for new features.


How do I join the Build Team?

To apply to join the Build Team you must first meet the following requirements:

  • Must have 24 hours of /playtime on the server

  • Must provide a detailed portfolio with at least 3 of your own builds

If you meet all these requirements and would like to apply, please fill out the Builder Applicationarrow-up-right.


How do I become a Gym Leader?

Main Article: Gym Leaders

To apply to become a Gym Leader you must first meet the following requirements:

  • Must have 24 hours of /playtime on the server

  • Have a competitive understanding of Pokémon battles

  • Must be at least 13 years of age

If you meet all these requirements and would like to apply, please fill out the Gym Leader Applicationarrow-up-right.


How do I join a raid?

Main Article: Raids

To join a raid, you're going to need a Raid Ticket; new players will have 3 tickets that reset each day at midnight PT. The number of tickets you have each day is increased with certain ranks. Once you've gotten your ticket, you'll need to either create a party or join other players in chat.

Once you've joined a party, make sure you meet the requirements by having 3 Pokémon in your party. Then simply click "Start Raid" at the bottom of the menu and get to raiding!


How do I breed Pokémon?

Main Article: Breeding

To begin breeding Pokémon you'll first need to purchase a Breeding Nest Slot, this can be done in the /breeding menu.

After you've purchased a breeding slot, simply place the 2 Pokémon you'd like to breed inside.

Once enough time has passed, the Pokémon will produce an egg for you to collect; the rate at which your Pokémon breed can be increased with certain ranks.


How do I show my Pokémon in chat?

Pokémon can be shown in chat by typing [poke#] (# being the slot of the Pokémon) or [party] to show your entire party.


What is an Apex Boss?

Main Article: Apex Bosses

Apex Bosses are powerful Pokémon, that give rewards, and a chance to catch them.


How do I get Mega Stones?

To obtain Mega Stones, you'll need to craft them using a Mega Keystone and Type Fragments. You can obtain those items via the following:

  • Mega Keystone - Obtained rarely from Apex Bosses

  • Type Fragments - Obtained rarely from their respective types /drops


How do I Mega Evolve my Pokémon?

To Mega Evolve your Pokémon, you'll first need to craft a Mega Bracelet with the recipe below

  • Mega Keystone - Obtained rarely from Apex Bosses

  • Steel Ingots - Obtained from defeating Steel Type Pokémon /drops

Next you'll need to give your Pokémon their respective Mega Stone by Shift + Right Clicking them and clicking "Change Held Item" with the Mega Stone in hand.

Finally, upon entering a battle with your Pokémon you'll now see a Mega Evolve button under their moves, click this and then attack to Mega Evolve your Pokémon!


What are Shoulder Mounts?

Main Article: Shoulder Mounts

Shoulder Mounts are Pokémon you can equip with /shoulder, with each Pokémon awarding a unique buff.


What are Guilds?

Main Article: Guilds

Guilds are groups that allow players to band together under one name, you may create your own or request to join an existing one in the /guilds menu.


What are Rustles?

Main Article: Rustles

Rustles will occasionally spawn near you, accompanied by particles and a unique sound depending on the block they spawn on, walking into the rustle will trigger a battle with a Pokémon.


What are Outbreaks?

Main Article: Outbreaks

Pokémon Outbreaks will cause increased spawns of a specific Pokémon in the area around you.


What are World Bosses?

Main Article: World Bosses

World Bosses are powerful Pokémon that players from the server must defeat together.


How can I report bugs on the server?

We always appreciate bugs being reported to us and you can do so easily in the #bug-reportsarrow-up-right channel in our discordarrow-up-right. Additionally, if you are ever personally affected by a bug you may make a ticket in our discord for help!


Last updated