Image of pump room in Level 1234. (Credit: icecolddelicious)
Level 1234 (also known as “The Rec”) is a large recreational facility containing gyms, pools, tracks, ice skating rinks, indoor stadiums and tennis courts among others. The Rec is estimated to span between 10 and 15 square miles and has at least four vertical levels. Almond Water is found in abundance, as well as nutritious snacks and protein shakes, which assist in building muscle, speed, and endurance. The building is surrounded by impenetrable glass, and it is said that the outside is one of the most beautiful sights. There is a central exit door, but Gymsanities, the main entities in this level, generally prevent Wanderers from leaving. In this level, Gymsanities can be typically seen exercising, grunting loudly, or bumping chests with other Gymsanities.
Locker room (1 of 26). (Credit: hearth1e)
The Rec smells of sweat and chlorine and plays loud, reverberant music everywhere except for the Tai Chi Center, which is the best place to sleep when residing in this level. The lights and equipment are always on, with the exception of the Tai Chi Center, which utilizes natural lighting. From this area, day and night cycles are observed to be approximately normal. Rare blackouts have also occurred in The Rec, lasting between 1 and 6 hours. It is unclear what causes them, however, the phenomenon is reportedly safe. The music often mimics known artists but Wanderers have noted that all songs are distinctly unfamiliar and have unintelligible lyrics. Maps may be found at the central lobby, and should be obtained with high priority in order to locate food and sleeping areas, as escape from this level is often difficult.
The Gymsanities are incredibly friendly, confident, and always encouraging you to improve your form with regard to exercise. There is a clear exit, but the Gymsanities are so excited to talk to you about pumping iron that they physically pull you away from the door.
Entrances and Exits
Entrances
You can get to this level by consuming more than 10,000 calories in one sitting. When this occurs, objects in your environment will slowly morph into Level 1234 when they are out of view.
In Level 6, there is a small chance that you will hear faint music playing. Follow the sounds and you will find a door to Level 1234.
Smashing one of the terracotta statues in Level 305 has a 5% chance of leading you here.
Exits
Usual Method
The usual way to escape Level 1234 is to train and become stronger than the Gymsanities. As you become stronger and bigger they become less overbearing and less persistent, allowing you to wade your way through them. Exiting through the main doors will normally lead you to Level 4, but sometimes it can lead you to Level 561. Either way, you will leave with a Gymsanity that follows you around and fights to protect you from hostile enemies (as long as you do not noclip out of a level or enter The Frontrooms).
Unfortunately, when you exit through the main doors you lose all of your gains. The M.E.G. is currently investigating this.