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# Introduction

We have launched a new effects system to unify all of our plugins which use effects (Enchantments, Pets and Mobs) into one system working together.

## Explanation

Abilities are a unique implementation of completely customizable abilities. Abilities can be a powerful tool for adding dynamic gameplay mechanics. By combining effects, triggers, targets, conditions and effects, you can create a wide variety of actions and reactions in your plugin.

* [Effects](/abilities/effects.md)
* [Triggers](/abilities/triggers.md)
* [Targets](/abilities/targets.md)
* [Conditions](/abilities/conditions.md)
* [Functions](/abilities/functions.md)
* [Variables](/abilities/variables.md)
* [Pointers](/abilities/pointers.md)

### Examples

```yaml
    chance: 30 # Chance is optional, default is 100
    cooldown: 5 # Cooldown is optional, default is 0
    cooldownMessage: "&cThis ability is in cooldown!" # Optional cooldown message
    effects:
      - 'LIGHTNING @Victim'
      - 'FIREBALL @Victim'
      - 'MESSAGE:You have been &bfrozen! @NearestPlayer{r=3}'
      - 'FREEZE:10 @NearestPlayer{r=3}'
```

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