# Battles

Ready to progress to the next [**island**](https://docs.reavers.xyz/game/progression/islands)? Not so fast.\
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**You must win a battle to proceed.**\
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Enter the battle with your heroic trio: a [**First Mate**](https://docs.reavers.xyz/nft/first-mate), a [**Quartermaster**](https://docs.reavers.xyz/nft/quartermaster), and your trusty [**Crew**](https://docs.reavers.xyz/nft/crew)**.**

#### On Victory

Your [**$**](https://docs.reavers.xyz/token/usdbooty)[**BOOTY**](https://docs.reavers.xyz/token/usdbooty) is the price of triumph. \
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With success, all three of your characters earn the right to ascend to greater challenges on the next [**island**](https://docs.reavers.xyz/game/progression/islands), but be prepared to part with the items used—they will be **consumed** in the heat of battle.

#### On Defeat

Not all is lost. Re-engage and go again. 

#### Final Stand

There is a total of **3 islands in Chapter 1**. Once you’ve accomplished island number 3, you have successfully completed the chapter. **Valuable treasures await the ambitious pirate.**

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**As you ascend the heights of each** [**island**](https://docs.reavers.xyz/game/progression/islands)**, a formidable battle stands between you and your next destination.** 
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