Training Grounds

Learn the basics in minutes. No chess textbook required.

1) Forge your Layout

  • Place your pieces on ranks 1–4.
  • Build a full army: 16 pieces including exactly 1 King.
  • Lock your layout when you’re satisfied.

Go here: Forge Layout

2) Enter the Arena (Ranked)

  • Each fighter has 3:00 total time.
  • First strike is randomized.
  • Win by checkmate, timeout, or opponent retreat.

Go here: Enter Arena

3) Challenge rivals

  • Use Champion Hall to find fighters.
  • Use Challenge Hall to accept/decline and join accepted battles.

Go here: Champion Hall Challenge Hall

4) Understand Rank & Rating

Your Arena Rating (MMR) moves after Ranked battles, and your Arena Rank badge is derived from that rating.

Read: Arena Rank & Rating

Need help with billing, bugs, or fair play? Visit Arena Support.