- Project Slayers gourd training starts at Butterfly Mansion.
- Small gourds must be broken seven times before the medium gourd unlocks.
- Medium gourds require seven additional breaks to unlock the large gourd.
- Large gourds provide the strongest observed Breathing progress.
- Check the in-game book to track lung level, progress, and current requirements.
Project Slayers Gourd Training Location and Basics
Project Slayers gourd training is the main way to improve your Breathing progression through repeated gourd exercises. The training station is located at Butterfly Mansion, making the mansion an important destination for players developing a Breathing-focused character.
After reaching Butterfly Mansion, turn left from the entrance area. The gourds are positioned nearby, so you can begin training without traveling through another region. Open the in-game book before starting to check your current lung level and progress requirement.
Video Highlights:
- Butterfly Mansion is the starting location for gourd training.
- The small gourd must be used before larger gourds become available.
- Repeated clicks increase Breathing progress.
- Large gourds provide a noticeably larger progress increase in the demonstrated test.
The training process is straightforward, but the unlock order matters. You cannot immediately select the largest gourd. Instead, you must complete the required number of exercises with each smaller gourd first.
| Training Item | Unlock Requirement | Main Use |
|---|---|---|
| Small gourd | Available first | Begins Breathing progression |
| Medium gourd | Break 7 small gourds | Improves training efficiency |
| Large gourd | Break 7 medium gourds | Provides the strongest observed increase |
The exact progress shown on your character may depend on your current lung stage. For that reason, treat the book menu as the most useful checkpoint rather than relying only on the number of clicks.
Small Gourd
- First training option
- Required for the next unlock
- Lower progress per exercise
Medium Gourd
- Unlocks after seven small gourds
- Faster progression than the starter option
- Required for the large gourd
Large Gourd
- Final option in the unlock sequence
- Best observed progress increase
- Useful for reaching the next lung stage
Use the in-game book before and after training. It confirms whether your gourd requirement has been completed and shows your current Breathing progress.
How to Unlock Every Gourd
The gourd system follows a simple progression ladder. Start with the small gourd, complete its requirement, then move to the medium gourd. Once the second requirement is finished, the large gourd becomes available.
The most important detail is that the unlocks are based on completed gourd exercises, not simply reaching a specific Breathing number. If the medium or large gourd remains locked, return to the previous size and continue training.
Travel to Butterfly Mansion
Reach Butterfly Mansion and turn left from the entrance area. The gourd station is positioned nearby, allowing you to begin the training sequence immediately.
Use the Small Gourd
Purchase or select the small gourd, equip it if necessary, and interact with it. Use controlled clicks rather than rapidly spamming the input.
Complete Seven Small Exercises
Continue using the small gourd until the medium gourd unlocks. The book menu can help confirm how many exercises remain.
Complete Seven Medium Exercises
Select the medium gourd after unlocking it. Finish seven medium-gourd exercises to open access to the large gourd.
Train With the Large Gourd
Use the large gourd for stronger progress toward the next lung stage. Check the book after each training session to monitor your result.
| Stage | Required Action | What to Check |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | Use the small gourd | Confirm Breathing progress increases |
| Unlock 1 | Complete 7 small-gourd exercises | Check that medium is available |
| Unlock 2 | Complete 7 medium-gourd exercises | Check that large is available |
| Advanced | Train with the large gourd | Monitor lung-stage progression |
Do not skip the first two stages by repeatedly interacting with a locked option. The game’s progression is sequential, so completing the previous gourd requirement is the reliable route to the next training size.
A locked medium or large gourd usually means the previous requirement is incomplete. Continue with the currently available gourd instead of abandoning the training station.
Breathing Progress, Lung Levels, and Efficiency
Gourd training increases the progress displayed in the Breathing section of the in-game book. Early exercises produce smaller gains, while the large gourd can create a much more noticeable increase once it is unlocked.
One demonstrated progression moved from 91 to 127, an increase of approximately 36 progress from a large-gourd session. This is a useful example of why completing the unlock sequence is worthwhile. It also shows that the large gourd becomes more valuable once your character has invested enough time in the earlier stages.
| Example Checkpoint | Displayed Progress | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Early training example | 9/180 | Character was still in an early lung progression stage |
| Before large-gourd test | 91/180 | Large gourd was available for a stronger progress test |
| After large-gourd test | 127/180 | Approximately 36 progress was gained in the demonstration |
| Later lung stage | 95 maximum Breathing | Character was identified as having Good Lungs |
These values should be treated as observed checkpoints rather than universal guarantees for every character or game state. Your book menu may show different numbers based on your current progression.
The demonstrated character advanced from Weak Lungs to Good Lungs after reaching the next Breathing level. The later maximum Breathing value shown was 95, compared with the earlier cap of 75. This is the practical reward for continuing beyond the initial training stage.
Track the Cap
Compare your current maximum Breathing with the previous stage to see whether your lung level improved.
Watch the Book
The book shows progress requirements and helps identify when a new stage has been reached.
Use Larger Gourds
Once unlocked, larger gourds make each training session more worthwhile than the starter option.
A character may still need to breathe again after using a Breathing move. The training process improves your capacity and progression, but it does not remove the need to manage Breathing during combat.
Prioritize unlocking the large gourd, then use the book menu to confirm your lung stage and maximum Breathing before testing combat abilities.
Training Tips and Common Mistakes
Efficient gourd training depends more on following the correct sequence than on complicated combat mechanics. Prepare enough currency for repeated purchases and avoid wasting time trying to interact with an option that is still locked.
The interaction itself is simple: equip the gourd and click to perform the exercise. Controlled input is preferable because rapid spamming can make the interaction less consistent and makes it harder to track progress.
| Mistake | Why It Slows Progress | Better Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Trying the large gourd first | The large gourd is locked initially | Complete the small and medium requirements |
| Ignoring the book menu | You may miss the current requirement | Check lung level and progress regularly |
| Spamming clicks | Progress becomes harder to track | Use deliberate, controlled clicks |
| Leaving after small gains | Early gourds give smaller increases | Continue until larger gourds unlock |
| Assuming one session changes everything | Lung progression occurs over multiple steps | Track each checkpoint patiently |
Before training, use this short preparation routine:
- Travel directly to Butterfly Mansion.
- Locate the gourd station by turning left from the entrance.
- Open the book and record your current Breathing display.
- Confirm which gourd is available.
- Keep enough currency for the next purchase or exercise.
- Recheck the book after completing a requirement.
Gourd Training Checklist:
- Reach Butterfly Mansion
- Locate the gourd station
- Check current lung level in the book
- Complete seven small-gourd exercises
- Complete seven medium-gourd exercises
- Use the large gourd after unlocking it
If your progress appears unchanged, verify that the exercise registered and then inspect the book menu again. The displayed requirement may update only after the interaction finishes.
The best long-term route is not to chase the largest gourd immediately. Complete each unlock requirement, then use the largest available option for stronger progression.
Gourd Training FAQ
Gourd training is a progression activity rather than a one-time task. The most common questions involve location, unlock requirements, progress values, and Breathing management after reaching a higher lung stage.
Q: Where does Project Slayers gourd training begin?
The training station is at Butterfly Mansion. From the entrance area, turn left to find the gourds nearby.
Q: How do I unlock the medium gourd?
Use the small gourd seven times. After completing that requirement, the medium gourd becomes available.
Q: How do I unlock the large gourd?
Complete seven medium-gourd exercises after unlocking the medium option. The large gourd then becomes available for training.
Q: Does gourd training increase Breathing immediately?
Yes, each successful exercise adds progress to the Breathing display. Larger gourds provide a stronger observed increase, but your exact result depends on your current progression.
Use the FAQ answers together with the in-game book when checking your character. The book remains the clearest way to confirm the current lung stage, maximum Breathing, and remaining training progress.
For additional reference, consult the Gourd Training page on the Project Slayers Wiki for community-maintained terminology and related details.
Treat the book menu as your source of truth: it confirms your current lung stage, progress total, and whether the next gourd is unlocked.