v21.1 Level Caps Ex 2.3

# Level Caps EX Plugin - Updated Instructions

### Core Configuration

1. Level Cap Control Variables:

2. Bypass Switch for Trainer Battles:

### Level Cap Modes

1. Hard Cap (Mode 1)
- Blocks all EXP gain at cap
- Prevents leveling completely

2. EXP Cap (Mode 2)
- Reduces EXP to 10% above cap
- Shows reduced EXP message

3. Obedience Cap (Mode 3)
- Pokémon may disobey above cap
- Higher disobedience rate with level difference

### Using the Bypass Switch

To allow specific trainers to ignore level caps:

1. Enable Bypass:
- Turn ON Switch 61 before trainer battle
- Their Pokémon keep original levels

2. Disable Bypass:
- Turn OFF Switch 61 after battle
- Returns to normal level cap enforcement

### Event Command Examples


### Debug Features

• Logs level cap changes when LOG_LEVEL_CAP_CHANGES = true
• Shows messages for:

- Battle initialization
- Bypass switch state
- Level adjustments

### Important Notes

• Bypass only affects trainer Pokémon levels
• Player Pokémon still follow level cap rules
• Switch must be reset after use to restore caps
• Works with debug battles and regular encounters

### Special Features

• PBS compilation protection
• Battle AI improvements
• Item usage restrictions (Rare Candy, EXP Candy)

Set these values in your config and use Switch 61 to control trainer level restrictions.


# Level Caps EX - Compatibility Instructions

This script adds compatibility with Voltseon's Pause Menu by displaying the current level cap in the menu interface.

### Setup

1. Requirements:
- Level Caps EX plugin
- Voltseon's Pause Menu plugin

### Configuration

The script uses the same level cap variable as the main plugin:
````ruby
module LevelCapsEX
LEVEL_CAP_VARIABLE = 40 # Must match main plugin's variable
end
````

### Features

1. Level Cap Display:
- Shows current level cap in pause menu
- Updates automatically when cap changes
- Located near top of pause menu
- Uses menu's theme colors

2. Auto-Detection:
- Checks for Voltseon's Pause Menu
- Only activates if menu plugin exists
- Prevents conflicts if menu isn't present

### Customization

To adjust the HUD position or appearance:

1. Change Y-Position:
````ruby
# Modify y-position (default: 90)
@sprites["overlay"].y = 90 # Adjust this value
````

2. Change Text Format:
````ruby
# Modify display text
text = _INTL("Current Lvl Cap: {1}", level_cap) # Change format here
````

### Notes

• Component automatically integrates if Voltseon's Pause Menu is detected
• Uses system's menu theme colors
• Updates in real-time when level cap changes
• No additional configuration needed after installation

The compatibility script will work automatically once placed in your plugins folder.