> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://edelwysse.gitbook.io/pechacraft/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://edelwysse.gitbook.io/pechacraft/mechanics/18-gym-challenge.md).

# ⚔️ Gyms

What's the 18-Gym Challenge, and how do I demolish it!?

## Overview

The quintessential balance of biomes and climates in Pecha have lent to the rapid growth of all types of Pokemon. Naturally, the region has developed over centuries to become a hotspot for aspiring trainers to collect and train their team at. 

The massive type variety on the continent has molded a unique trainer challenge -- trainers must brave harsh mountains, frigid floes, volcanic caverns and sweltering deserts with their team to **obtain all 18 badges from each of the major cities across the world**, before getting the chance to take on the Elite 4 and become the Champion of Pecha.

## Guidelines

To remain eligible for the 18GC, challengers must adhere to the following rules:

* **To preserve the eco-system, no outside Pokemon may be brought onto the Pecha Region.**
  * A starter will be distributed during the voyage to the continent. <br>
* **Stay on the 18GC Trail at all times. This means within +/- 15,000 x and z coordinates.**&#x20;
  * Not to worry if you're bad at directions -- the Pecha Island Tourism Agency has set up holographic barriers around this boundary, so you couldn't leave it if you tried!<br>
* **Challengers may set up camp and "claim" land outside of the protected radius of any towns.**
  * More information on this can be found in the **Land Claiming** section of this wiki.
  * Please remember to pick up after yourself and keep the island clean!<br>
* **All** [**Rules and Regulations**](/pechacraft/rules-and-regulations.md) **of the region must be followed at all times.**&#x20;
  * Failure to do so can lead to suspension and even disqualification from the region. <br>
* **Challengers must obtain their 18 badges fairly and without help.**
  * Challengers found to have won gym badges with borrowed pokemon, bought/sold/traded badges, and partaken in any other form of cheating can be suspended or disqualified.