Quick Start
Get your first ranked battle started in 5 minutes.
Prerequisites
- CobbleRanked installed and server running
- At least one arena configured
- Two players with Pokemon teams
Starting a Ranked Battle
Player 1
- Open the ranked menu:
/ranked - Click “Join Queue” for your desired format (Singles/Doubles/Triples)
- Wait for matchmaking
Player 2
- Open the ranked menu:
/ranked - Click “Join Queue” for the same format
- Matchmaking will pair you together
Match Found
- Both players see “Match Found!” notification
- Click “Ready” within the time limit
- Both players are teleported to the arena
- Battle begins!
Battle Flow
Queue → Match Found → Ready Check → Team Selection → Lead Selection → Battle → Results
Team Selection (if enabled)
- Select 3-6 Pokemon from your party for the battle
- Time limit applies
Lead Selection (if enabled)
- Choose which Pokemon to send out first
- Opponent’s selection is hidden
During Battle
- Use Cobblemon’s battle UI to select moves
- Turn timer prevents stalling
- Camera system provides cinematic view (toggle with
/battlecamera toggle)
After Battle
- ELO is updated based on result
- Stats are recorded
- Players return to their original positions
Casual Battles
For practice without affecting your rank:
/casual
Same flow as ranked, but no ELO changes.
Common Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
/ranked | Open ranked battle menu (stats, leaderboard, queue) |
/casual | Open casual battle menu |
/battlecamera toggle | Toggle battle camera on/off |
Tips for New Players
- Practice in Casual - Get familiar with the system before ranked
- Check Blacklist - Some Pokemon/moves may be restricted
- Mind the Timer - Don’t take too long on turns
- Camera Toggle - Use
/battlecamera toggleif you prefer manual camera
See Also
- Commands - Full command reference
- Arena Setup - Configure battle arenas
- FAQ - Common questions