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Introduction to Outbreaks

Introduction to Outbreaks

Section titled “Introduction to Outbreaks”

Outbreaks adds time-limited Pokemon spawn events to your Cobblemon server. Create excitement with special outbreak events featuring increased spawns, rare Pokemon, and bonus rewards.

What is Outbreaks?

Section titled “What is Outbreaks?”

Outbreaks creates special spawn events where specific Pokemon appear more frequently in designated areas for a limited time. Players can see these events through visual effects and boss bars, making them easy to find and participate in.

Key Features

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Outbreak Events

  • Time-limited spawn increases
  • Configurable duration and spawn rates
  • Boss bars showing progress
  • Particle effects marking locations
  • Rewards for participation

Visual Feedback

  • Boss bars showing outbreak name and progress
  • Particle effects around the outbreak area
  • Distance-based visibility
  • Progress tracking (Pokemon spawned/defeated)

Reward System

  • Give rewards when players defeat outbreak Pokemon
  • Command-based rewards (items, currency, etc.)
  • MoLang script rewards for complex logic
  • Per-Pokemon or completion rewards

Two Outbreak Types

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Biome Pool Outbreaks

Natural Spawns

Use the natural spawns from the biome where the outbreak occurs. Whatever Pokemon normally spawn in that area will appear more frequently during the outbreak.

Best for: Natural progression, exploration incentives

Distortion Outbreaks

Custom Spawns

Special events with a custom list of Pokemon. You define exactly which Pokemon can spawn, regardless of the biome.

Best for: Legendary events, themed spawns, rare Pokemon access

How It Works

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  1. Outbreak Spawns: Admin triggers an outbreak or it spawns naturally (if configured)
  2. Visual Indicators: Boss bar appears and particles spawn in the area
  3. Increased Spawns: Pokemon spawn more frequently in the outbreak radius
  4. Player Participation: Players catch or defeat the outbreak Pokemon
  5. Rewards: Players receive rewards for participating
  6. Completion: Outbreak ends after the time limit or max spawns

Use Cases

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  • Server Events: Schedule special outbreak events for your community
  • Rare Pokemon Access: Give players time-limited access to rare spawns
  • Shiny Hunting: Configure higher shiny rates during outbreaks
  • Competitive Events: Track who defeats the most outbreak Pokemon
  • Exploration Incentives: Create outbreaks in different biomes to encourage travel

Commands

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Admin Commands OP Level 2

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  • /outbreak spawn <type> - Start an outbreak at your location
  • /outbreak clear - End all active outbreaks
  • /outbreak reload - Reload outbreak configurations

Getting Started

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  1. Install Outbreaks on your server
  2. Configure outbreak types in HOCON files
  3. Trigger outbreaks with commands
  4. Players participate and receive rewards

Next Steps

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Installation Guide Get Outbreaks running on your server
Configuration Learn how to configure outbreak types
Outbreak Types Understand biome pool vs distortion outbreaks