Welcome to Your New Training Ground

Dynamis | Marilith | Mists | Ward 10 | Plot 60

Attendant and Class Hours:
Every other Wednesday
8pm to 11pm ESTGym is open 24/7 Via NPC's for Open SFW RP
Join our Discord for Updates and information regarding the Gym including Wi-Fi

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Gym Rules and General Information

Welcome to The Crucible Gym. Here, we focus on building discipline, strength, and character. So we hope that, whether you join us or train independently, you come in with an open mind and a willingness to learn.As such, we have a few rules for you to keep in mind to let everyone enjoy their training time.

Respect the Floor
Treat everyone you encounter in the Gym with respect. Harassment, intimidation, or hostility are not allowed here.No Unapproved Sparring
We don’t mind friendly sparring here, but please spar only with those who have given their consent, and, if possible, have a trainer or staff member present when needed.Know Your Limits
Work hard, but be smart about your training. If you feel hurt, tired, or unwell, take a break. Your health matters more than pride.Clean Up After Yourself
Put away equipment, keep training areas tidy, and do not leave weapons, wraps, towels, or personal items on the floor. Keeping the place clean and safe for your fellow trainers is greatly appreciated! If you see something that needs tending to, please reach out to our attendant staff where possible.Weapons Outdoors Only
Bladed, enchanted, firearms-based, or other dangerous weapons are allowed to be used on the outdoor Training Lanes provided. For insurance and safety reasons, weapons must be stored away indoors. Should you need a key, please see our attendants on the second and third floors for storage keys.No Magic or Aetherial Energy Usage Allowed on the Grounds
The Crucible is a gym, not a place for uncontrolled magic. While we honor those with natural aetherial energies and magics, the gym's mission is to train in the material and physical bodies, so we ask that you refrain from using magics where possible during your training sessions. The same goes for healing: please do not use aetherial magics without the injured person’s consent. Please reach out to a staff member who can assist you.Do Not Interrupt Active Training:
If a session, class, spar, or lesson is happening, please wait for a natural break before joining in or asking questions. You will find that most of our team is happy to get you involved when they can, or to assist with other questions/needs before or after class.Proper Attire Required While Training:
Wear clothing that is safe and comfortable for training activities. This includes closed-toed shoes, minimal armor (no heavy plate, please!), and loose-fitting clothing that covers all sensitive areas of the body. While we understand people get warm and thus want to wear minimal clothing, for the comfort and safety of all, please cover all sensitive areas. We greatly appreciate your support in this.The Staff Has Final Say
Trainers and staff can stop a session, limit equipment use, or ask a person to leave the gym if there are safety or behavioral concerns. Please honor and show respect to the staff as we are looking out for your best interests.The Crucible exists to help you grow stronger but not to encourage recklessness. Train with discipline, fight only with consent, and aim to leave better than when you came.

About The Crucible Gym

Born from the foundations of The Warden’s Crucible, the original training yards of The Trade Wardens of Ishgard this space trains more than muscle. Once forged to keep Trade Wardens alive during the war, The Crucible Gym now serves all who come through its doors as a place of strength, discipline, and teamwork. Open to all, but usage recommended to all Wardens, Command, and Company members alike. No rank inside, just training, preparedness, and shared effort.This property is a part of The Stormslayer Trading Company as a whole, but runs as an independent venture outside of their traditional business.Wi-Fi is only available by joining our Discord (See below links!)

NPC Attendants

Francois - Membership AttendantFrancois' main mission is to make sure you have everything you need to train and is available for any special questions, needs or cleanup required.

Oalar - Cafe AttendantOalar offers a collection of teas, herbal drinks, smoothies, and snacks for purchase to help fuel your training sessions. He is also an apprentice nutritionist under Viola Stormslayer, who is the Senior Chirugeon of the facility.

Please return all towels in the black box, and gear in the blue box for her to sanitize. There is also a Purple Box downstairs, as well, should you wish to leave it there.

Bethany - Gear AttendantPlanning on sparring and need some protective gear? Need towels, mats, resistance bands or even some weighted Blitzballs for training purposes? Bethany is your gal!

Kristoff is here for any injury RP you and your party may want to have during after hours.

Kristoff - Chirugeon on DutyGo a little too hard and need some support from a Chirugeon? Kristoff is your guy. Kristoff is a retired combat chirugeon, now working as a part of the Stormslayer Trading Co. under Viola. He has everything one needs for their post-workout needs or if you get a little too rough in the gym.

We ask that you please keep your shower usage SFW.

Loriana - Bath Attendants
Need towels, bath supplies, or keys for storage? Loriana is the go-to for the upper floors.

Sponsors and VIP's

If you are interested in your venue or RP Community partnering with the Gym - we encouage you to reach out to us via Discord -- Discord LinkIf you are an EBL Team and you are interested in our Gym being a training location, we ask you reach out on the EBL Discord accordingly so that we can connect with you!

Proud Sponsors of the Etheirys Blitzball League

The Crucible Gym, in conjuction with their parent company The Stormslayer Trading Company, are proud sponsors of Season Four of the Etheirys Blitzball LeagueMore information can be found at their carrd: Etheirys Blitzball League

Exercises Of Note

The Humility Wall

The Humility Wall, is known to catch off guard even the most seasoned of climbers. But should you fail, do not fret or beat yourself up. For even our owners have failed to scale this wall. Cords and Chalk are on the shelves directly next to it and it is highly advised to use them regardless of your climbing skills.

RP Instructions:
/random 25 -- in increment turns of 5, 10, 15, 20 to clear.
You get a + 3 if you have chalk on your hands and use the cord to stablize you
On a nat 1 - you will get one reroll to rally through!
Two consecutive fails on a turn means you lose your complete grip and fall, which means you have to start again at the bottom.(Note: The Floor underneath is padded so if you hit the ground, know there is something breaking your fall! This only applies if you forgo the cord! If you had the cord attached, you just simply dangle in shame.)

The Training Ring

The Training Ring is designed for those who want to spar or practice some moves. We ask that you please spar only with those who have given consent.These rules come from The Grindstone RP Fighting Community in Balmung:
Company Carrd

RP Instructions:This utilizes /random feature!
Both opponents roll initiative. The highest roll wins and attacks first.The attacking player writes their post in a custom emote using /em. After posting, they roll the die.The defending player rolls their die to defend. If the defender rolls higher than the attack, they have successfully avoided damage. A lower roll means they have been struck. In the event of a tie, reroll both attack and defense. Regardless, after determining the result, the defender then posts their /emote to show the effect.Switch roles and repeat. The defender is now on the offensive, and the attacker is defending.The first person to win three contests wins the match.

The Dueling Lanes

The Dueling Lanes are for those of you who wish to either duel in a safe way with weapons, or if you are just looking to practice your weaponry skills. Should you wish to duel with another, the striking dummies act as aetherial neutralizers, which turn all weapon damage to non-lethal injuries. As always, we ask that if you choose to spar with another, you fight with consent in a friendly way.

RP Instructions:
Note: You can either utilize the Grindstone Rules, or a simplified ruleset belowBoth sides do a /random 20 at the same time. The highest person wins the round point, and then both sides proceed in RP to complete the turn.The next turn goes once both sides have completed their RP responses to the results of the previous turn.Most groups do best out of 5, but you can go as long as you wish. We usually recommend no more than a best-of-7 to allow others access to the dueling lanes during peak times.