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# Extended Battleground

A major modification to the original *Battlegrounds* system, bringing a host of exciting improvements, quality-of-life (QoL) updates, and enhanced features. This upgrade ensures a more enjoyable and balanced PvP experience for players, while adding variety and new ways to engage in competitive gameplay. With **8 unique game modes** and a suite of robust features, *Extended Battleground 3.0* aims to provide an immersive and dynamic environment for all players.

* **8 Unique Game Modes:**
  * *Extended Battleground* introduces a wide variety of PvP game modes, offering diverse challenges and strategic gameplay. Players can enjoy different types of combat, from team-based objectives to all-out skirmishes.
* **Rotative Arena Mode:**
  * The arena map rotates every 2 minutes or after a match is completed. This feature ensures that players experience a variety of battlefields, keeping the gameplay fresh and exciting.
* **Extended Joining System:**
  * Players can enlist for battlegrounds in multiple ways: as a **solo** player, as part of a **party**, or as a **guild**. This offers more flexibility and supports diverse playstyles.
* **Job Balance:**
  * The teams are intelligently balanced according to job classes, ensuring that no team has an unfair advantage. This promotes fair competition and strategic team-building.
* **Double Login Prevention:**
  * The system prevents players from logging in multiple times to exploit the battlegrounds or WoE system. It supports the **Gepard unique ID**, which adds an extra layer of anti-cheat security.
* **Battleground & War of Emperium Statistics:**
  * Track your progress and performance in both the Battleground and WoE (War of Emperium) systems. Detailed statistics allow players to see their achievements and areas of improvement.
* **Party Skills on Team Members:**
  * Party skills now work within the context of team members in the battleground, allowing for more effective coordination and teamwork.
* **BG & WoE Consumables Only:**
  * Consumables that are used in **Battlegrounds** and **WoE maps** are specifically restricted to these modes, adding a layer of strategy and resource management.
* **Fully Customizable:**
  * *Extended Battleground* comes with a wide range of configuration options. Server administrators can customize settings to match the needs of their community, from game mechanics to UI details.
* **Works with Latest rAthena Hash:**
  * The system is compatible with the latest **rAthena** hash, ensuring seamless integration and functionality on up-to-date servers.
* **Extended Check Equipment:**
  * This feature allows you to check a player’s **BG** or **WoE** stats directly through their equipment, providing an instant look into their performance.
* **Improved Graphics UI:**
  * The visual quality of the battleground system has been enhanced with small yet impactful details, improving the overall user interface (UI) and player experience.

## In-Game Commands

*Extended Battleground 3.0* includes a set of useful commands for both players and administrators:

* **@joinbg <0-2>:** Enlist into the battleground queue. Choose between solo (0), party (1), or guild (2) enlisting.
* **@guildskill \<EC/RS/RG/BO>:** Perform a guild skill in both BG and WoE maps.
* **@guildskillinfo:** Check the availability of guild skills or view their cooldown status.
* **@leader \<player name>:** Transfer the team leader role to another player.
* **@reportafk \<player name>:** Kick an AFK player from the arena to maintain match quality.
* **@order \<message>:** Send a message to your team to coordinate strategies.
* **@listenbg:** Enable or disable battleground announcements.
* **@bgrank:** View the current battleground rankings.
* **@woerank:** View the current War of Emperium rankings.
* **@bgstop:** Stop the current battleground match (GM Command).
* **@bgsize <0-8>:** Adjust the minimum number of players required in an arena (GM Command).
* **@bghappyhour:** Enable or disable the battleground happy hour, which can increase rewards or stats (GM Command).

## Available Arenas

*Extended Battleground 3.0* features a variety of arenas to keep gameplay interesting and diverse:

1. **Conquest**
2. **Capture the Flag**
3. **Stone Control**
4. **Team DeathMatch**
5. **Rush**
6. **Bossnia**
7. **Domination**
8. **Double Inferno**

Each arena offers unique objectives and gameplay mechanics, ensuring that there’s something for every type of player. Whether you prefer tactical team-based objectives or fast-paced combat, there's an arena for you.