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
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