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Warrior Evaluation Account #

  • Goal: Trade a simulated account and hit the profit target without reaching the trailing drawdown level.
  • Minimum Active Trading Days: 3
  • Consistency Rule: None
  • Daily Drawdown: None
  • Drawdown Models: Warrior accounts may operate under one of two drawdown models:
    • Intraday Trailing Drawdown: The account uses a trailing drawdown that adjusts based on the highest unrealized (floating) profit reached during the trading day (intraday high watermark). The trailing drawdown moves up as profits increase, but does not move back down if balance declines. Breaching the level results in account failure.
    • End-of-Day (EOD) Drawdown: The drawdown is fixed during the trading day and only recalculates once after market close. Breach occurs if unrealized equity falls below the current day’s Minimum Balance. EOD accounts are available only in 50K and 100K sizes.
  • Drawdown Protection: Optional Drawdown Protection is offered only on Intraday accounts as an add-on upgrade.
  • Next Step: Successfully reach your target, and you’ll receive a passing email at the start of the next day to progress to the Gladiator Paid Trading Sim Account (PTSA).

Gladiator Account (PTSA) #

Note: You can get a Gladiator Paid Trading Sim Account (PTSA) by either passing the Warrior evaluation or by purchasing an Instant Gladiator Account.

  • Account Type: Still a simulated account with a trailing drawdown limit.
  • Minimum Active Trading Days:
    • First payout requires 6 active trading days (non-consecutive).
    • After the first payout, a minimum of 3 active trading days per week is required to request subsequent weekly payouts.
  • Profit Target: No set profit target at this stage.
  • Daily Drawdown: None
  • Max Trailing Drawdown: Gladiator accounts may operate under one of two models:
    • Intraday Trailing Drawdown: The drawdown trails the highest unrealized (floating) profit reached intraday (intraday high watermark). It moves up as profits increase but does not move back down. Lock occurs once realized profits reach Drawdown + $100, fixing the drawdown at Initial Balance + $100.
    • End-of-Day (EOD) Drawdown: The drawdown remains fixed during the trading day and only recalculates after market close, based on the closing balance minus the posted EOD amount. Breach occurs if unrealized equity drops below the day’s Minimum Balance. (EOD is available only in 50K and 100K account sizes.)
  • Drawdown Protection: Offered only on Intraday accounts. If purchased during Warrior, it carries over to Gladiator. Not available for EOD accounts.
    • Note: If you purchased it with Warrior, it will automatically be added to your corresponding Gladiator account.
  • Payouts: Eligible for weekly payouts, with a fixed cap applied each week.
    • 30% Consistency Rule: 
      • No single day’s net realized profit may exceed 30% of your total realized profit since your last approved payout (or, if no prior payout, since account activation).
      • This rule applies at the time of a payout request.
      • If the 30% threshold is exceeded, the payout will be temporarily restricted until consistent profit is established over additional trading days.
      • For more information, please read this FAQ.
    • Maintain minimum account balance and stay above the payout eligibility threshold at the time of payout request.
      • For example, a $50K account must be above $52,600 to request a payout, and payouts can only be made on the amount above this threshold. Dropping below it, even after previously reaching it, makes you ineligible until the balance is restored.
    • Carry Forward Rule: The Profit Carry-Forward Rule applies to all Gladiator Accounts (PTSA) and determines payout eligibility based on accumulated profits. For more information, please read this FAQ.
    • Avoid getting flagged by our system for gambling, churning, hedging, Same IP rule (users with same IP addresses), or any of our prohibited trading practices.
      • Note: A detailed Flags Guide is available in two places after you log in — under Quick Reference on the Dashboard, and separately within the Trader Dashboard, titled “Understanding Flags and Probation Guide.”
    • All flags can be seen and tracked on the Trader Dashboard if you are flagged.
  • Additional Accounts: Maximum of 10 active accounts total across Warrior, Gladiator, and Instant Gladiator — across both Intraday and EOD models combined. At no given time you’d be allowed access to more than 10 active rithmic accounts.
    • Note: If you fail or reset a total of 10 accounts in a single calendar day, you will be temporarily restricted from purchasing new accounts until the next market open. This policy is in place to promote responsible trading and prevent impulsive or excessive behavior.
  • Trailing Drawdown Cap: Once locked, your drawdown is capped at Initial Balance + $100 for both Intraday & EOD accounts and updates daily after close.

Risk Assessment Period in Gladiator Account #

  • Purpose: During the Gladiator Phase, traders focus on maximizing profits while minimizing losses. This period allows us to evaluate each trader’s behavior and risk management approach, as we do not yet have a long-term trading history to assess.
  • Evaluation: While traders are eligible for payouts during this phase, they are still considered high-risk. The Gladiator Phase serves as a critical assessment window to determine a trader’s consistency, discipline, and overall potential.
  • Path to REAL PROP: While many traders remain in the Gladiator Phase for an extended period, exceptional performers may be invited to join REAL PROP—our live corporate trading phase—as early as they receive 3 max payouts on 1 account or overall 40 max payouts as a user. Those who are not transitioned immediately may continue in the Gladiator Phase until they meet the required standards.
    If eligible, the risk managers will reach out directly with next steps. Upon selection, the trader’s PTSA accounts are closed, and they transition to trading on corporate accounts.
  • Contract Status:
    • For EU & EEA traders, participation is now open. More details regarding their specific contract structure will be shared soon.
    • For non-EU/EEA traders, a subcontractor contract applies.

Unlimited Growth Opportunity #

  • Payout Cap Removal: If you trade well throughout the risk assessment period without disqualification, your weekly payout caps may be lifted as you transition to the Real Prop.
  • Scaling Opportunity: You will then have the chance to scale your accounts, achieving growth without limits as long as trading standards are maintained.

Important Note #

Risk Management & Compliance:
If, during or after the Gladiator Phase, your trading deteriorates or you display:

  • Poor risk management behavior,
  • Abuse of trading rules or systems,
  • Or any signs of exploiting PropShopTrader’s risk management protocols.

We reserve the right to reinstate payout caps or disqualify you from trading. Trading with PropShopTrader is a privilege, not a right, and must be treated with respect and adherence to our guidelines. For more information, please check out our Prohibited Trading Practices Page.

All Accounts (Warrior to Gladiator): Traded in Simulation Accounts only.