# Getting Started ## Joining the Server In order to connect to **`play.apexcobblemon.com`**, you'll need the **Cobblemon 1.7.3** installed on a **Fabric 1.21.1** client. For the best experience, use our official **Modrinth** or **CurseForge** modpack.

Please review our [official server rules](https://wiki.apexcobblemon.com/info/server-rules) before playing. If you need help, don't be afraid to ask a staff member in-game, or make a ticket in our official discord server in the [#ticket-support](https://discord.com/channels/1136856302283403405/1136861062248026112/1365470649962729492) channel. ## Choose Your Starter When you join for the first time, make sure your party is empty and press **M** to open the starter selection screen. You can only claim your starter **once**, so choose carefully! ## Exploring the World {% columns %} {% column %}

Random Teleport

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Warps

Open **`/warps`** to browse important server warps and community locations. Warps are one of the fastest ways to reach useful areas, discover player builds, and access server features. Some warps shown in **`/presents`** contain hidden presents throughout the area. Right-clicking those presents rewards you with free items, making them a good early stop for new players. {% endcolumn %} {% endcolumns %} ## Building Your Base Once you find a location you want to settle in, your next priority should be protecting it. > [*Main Article: Claiming Guide*](https://wiki.apexcobblemon.com/info/server-guides/claiming-guide) Use **`/kit claim`** to receive a Claiming Tool. Hold it in your main hand, then right-click two opposite corners of the area you want to protect. When your claim is created successfully, gold blocks will temporarily outline the full boundary of the claimed region. After your base is established, stand in a safe location and use: * **`/sethome `** to create a home * **`/homes`** to view all of your homes * **`/home `** to teleport back to one of them Setting a home is important. It gives you a reliable return point after exploring, mining, catching Pokémon, or visiting server warps. ## Cobblemon Basics ### Controls The following table contains the most important default controls and Pokémon management shortcuts:

Control	Action
Arrow Keys (`↑` and `↓`)	Change your selected Pokémon
`R`	Throw or recall your selected Pokémon
`O`	Toggle the party overlay
`M`	Open the Party Menu to view stats, moves, and evolution options
Crouch + Right Click on a Pokémon	Open the Interaction Wheel to manage the Pokémon, equip items, mount or dismount, and more
`/pc` command	Open your PC

### Healing Machine Healing Machines restore the HP and status of the Pokémon in your party upon being right clicked. Public Healing Machines are available at **`/warp PokeCenter`**, but you can also buy one in **`/shop`** or craft one yourself. {% columns %} {% column width="33.33333333333333%" %} **Healing Machine Recipe** * 4x Iron Ingot * 3x Copper Ingot * 1x Max Revive * 1x Redstone {% endcolumn %} {% column width="33.33333333333333%" valign="middle" %}

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{% endcolumn %} {% endcolumns %} ### Poké Balls Poké Balls are one of the most important items in Cobblemon, and are used to catch wild Pokémon for your team and to progress your PokéDex. You can catch Pokémon in two main ways: * Throw a Poké Ball directly by holding it in your hand and right-clicking the target * Use a Poké Ball during battle after weakening the Pokémon first If you throw a Poké Ball and miss, it will drop on the ground and can be picked back up. Catch rates improve when the target has low HP or a status condition. Poké Balls can be purchased in **`/shop`** or crafted with ores, apricorns, and tumbestones. ## Free Rewards

Source	Reward
Link your Discord account	Shiny Key
Use the Official Modpack	Random Shiny Pokémon Access to `/kit modpack` +1% Shiny Spawn Rate Boost
Vote	5 Vote Points 100 Claim Blocks
Refer a Friend	Cosmetic Key
WonderTrade	Random Pokémon

## What To Do Next

			Cover image
Useful Commands	Overview of essential commands	useful-commands	command_prompt.png
Money Guide	Best ways to earn money	money-guide	money_medium.png
FAQ	Answers to common questions	faq	help_gray.png
Currencies	Explanation of each currency type	currencies	gavel.png
Safari	A dedicated catching area with unique Pokémon spawns	safari	idkwhatthisis.png
Raids	PvE boss battles with valuable rewards	raids	pin_fight.png
Breeding	Produce Eggs and hatch new Pokémon	breeding	gender.png
PokéHunts	Complete targeted hunts for specific Pokémon	pokehunts	pokemon_pikachu.png
PokéDex	Catch Pokémon to unlock badge rewards	pokedex	parkball.png
PokéDrops	Defeat Pokémon and sell their loot	drops	particles_colored.png
Shop	Purchase blocks and items	shop	shopping_cart.png
Bingo	Catch Pokémon to fill your Bingo card	bingo	71140bc4f78894d9b69d2e82c1fbd1a60df8ec36.webp
Shiny Pokémon	Learn how to obtain Shinies	shiny-pokemon	particles_yellow.png
Legendary Pokémon	Learn how to obtain Legendaries	legendary-pokemon	pokemon_kyogre.png
Mega Pokémon	Learn how to obtain Mega Pokémon	mega-pokemon	3ce38bceab59bb5fe578e53b03408552abaf3db0.webp