💎 15+ Java 1.21 Perfectum SMP: Where Villagers Rule & Diamonds are forever

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Perfectum SMP Overview

Server Type	Semi-vanilla
Age Requirement	15+
Application Process	Strict yet reasonable
Plugins	Selected to enhance performance and reduce lag
Unique Features	Dedicated team of moderators, optimized server seed, Discord-based application process, suggestion channel, unique datapacks, planned events, BlueMap integration

FAQ

Q: What is the age requirement for joining the Perfectum SMP?

A: The server is designed for players aged 15 and above.

Q: How does the application process work?

A: The application process is strict yet reasonable. You can expect a response within a week.

Q: What kind of plugins are used on the server?

A: Plugins are selected to enhance performance, reduce lag, and maintain a semi-vanilla gameplay experience.

Q: What unique features does the Perfectum SMP offer?

A: The server offers a dedicated team of moderators, an optimized server seed, Discord-based application process, suggestion channel, unique datapacks, planned events, and BlueMap integration.

Q: How can I join the Perfectum SMP?

A: You can begin your adventure by joining the Discord server and visiting the server website.

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	97/300	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Mythical Quests Completed:	32	Reality Warps Survived:	1
Mysterious Portals Opened:	5	Mimic Chests Discovered:	2
Shadow Cloaks Sewn:	3	Magical Moments Shared:	15
Celestial Events Witnessed:	1	Elemental Forces Harnessed:	11
God-Killer Bows Constructed:	4	Chaos Gates Opened:	2

Random Fact: Did you hear? The most powerful magic item found this week was a spoon that can bend reality.

Endure Survival

Chill, Congestion, Endure Survival, Fun, Grief Prevention, Land claiming, Minecraft, new world generation, Players, PvE, PvP, Random, Server, smp, south african, Spawn, Survival, Trapping, Vanilla

Endure is a South African SMP server that introduces new world Generation. The Server offers grief prevention land claiming. The server is setup with the intent of being a chill survival server, the goal is to have fun. All players spawn randomly in the world at first to prevent any trapping or congestion.

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	103/100	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Magical Familiars Summoned:	4	Eldritch Medallions Worn:	9
Lava Oceans Crossed:	3	Hidden Sanctuaries Discovered:	1
Vampire Cloaks Sewn:	1	Duplicated Mobs Battled:	5
Warlock Pacts Sealed:	1	Evil Lairs Raided:	5
Magical Ponies Rescued:	4	Corrupted Trees Chopped:	2

Random Fact: Insider Fact: Invisible pathways are rumored to lead straight to the end of the rainbow, where a pot of gold awaits.

Welcome to the “Shadowwizardmoneygang Monifactory” where wizards make money by Monifactory-ing things in our not-so-greylisted server!

Adventure, Ars Elemental, Custom, Discord, gamestages, HBq8pHgA6b, Mekanism, Minecraft, Modded, Modpack, Mods, MONEY, Monifactory, Monifactorying, notsogreylisted, Questbook, Server, Shadowwizardmoneygang, Store, Tech, wizards, wuxiacraft

Server Name	Minecraft Custom Adventure Modpack Server
Features	Custom gamestages, questbook, in-questbook store, ars elemental, wuxiacraft, mekanism
Server Type	Adventure/Exploration
Discord	https://discord.gg/HBq8pHgA6b

FAQ:

1. How do I join the server?

To join the server, you can connect using the IP address provided in the server information or through the Minecraft multiplayer menu.

2. What mods are included in the custom modpack?

The custom modpack includes mods such as ars elemental, wuxiacraft, mekanism, and more for enhanced gameplay.

3. Is there a quest system in place?

Yes, the server features a questbook and in-questbook store to provide players with goals and rewards for completing them.

4. What is the gamestage system?

The gamestage system is designed to encourage adventure and exploration by scaling difficulty and rewards based on the player’s progress.

5. What is Monifactory server?

The Monifactory server is geared towards players interested in technical gameplay, offering a different experience from the main adventure modpack server.

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	110/500	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Fabled Crowns Discovered:	10	Glitched Entities Encountered:	5
Ancient Relics Unearthed:	424	Divine Scrolls Written:	10
Ghostly Villagers Traded With:	1	Tesseract Cubes Discovered:	3
Wyrmholes Dug:	3	Mystery Villagers Spotted:	5
Orbs of Power Found:	5	Villages Defended:	11

Random Fact: Wild Fact: Every time a mimic chest is discovered, it doubles the amount of loot in the next treasure found.

Mad Minecraft Server

Agitation, anger, annoyance, Behavior, emotions, exasperation, Frustration, fury, incitement, indignation, irritants, Irritation, mad, Minecraft, Outrage, provocation, Psychology, reactions, Server, triggers, vexation, Wrath

Are you tired of boring old Minecraft servers that make you yawn more than a sleepy sheep? Well, look no further because our server is guaranteed to make your brain explode with excitement!

Join our server if you want to experience the thrill of riding pigs into battle against an army of evil chickens. Yes, you heard that right, pigs as your trusty steeds! And don’t even get us started on the flying llamas armed with laser beams – they’re a force to be reckoned with!

But wait, there’s more! Our server is home to the legendary Diamond Chicken, rumored to lay diamonds instead of eggs. If you manage to find and tame this majestic creature, you’ll be the envy of all your friends (and enemies)!

So why does our server make so many people mad? Because they can’t handle the sheer awesomeness and insanity that awaits them! Join now and prepare for a wild ride unlike any other in the Minecraft universe!

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	109/800	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	5.0 / 5
Backwards Speech Heard:	4	Enchanted Teapots Collected:	15
Goblin Markets Raided:	4	Celestial Gardens Planted:	6
Eldritch Beasts Summoned:	2	Immortal Anvils Forged:	10
Forbidden Grimoires Read:	2	Titanic Relics Retrieved:	3
Dimension Hops:	3	Ancient Relics Unearthed:	314

Random Fact: Sweet Truth: A player found a hidden passage that leads to a secret garden—it’s full of flowers that bloom in rainbow colors.

Protestant Minecraft SMP Thinker

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Are you tired of boring old Minecraft servers where the only excitement is finding a new type of ore? Well, look no further because our server is the craziest, wildest, most chaotic place you’ll ever experience in the Minecraft universe!

Join us and witness the epic battle between the Chicken Army and the Cow Coalition as they fight for control over the coveted Diamond Island. Will you choose to align yourself with the feathered fiends or the mooing maniacs? The choice is yours, but be warned – alliances can shift as quickly as a creeper explosion!

But that’s not all – we have a secret underground society of villagers who have perfected the art of disco dancing. Join their underground rave parties and learn the latest moves to impress your friends (and enemies) on the battlefield.

And if you’re feeling brave, venture into the Nether where you’ll find a group of pigmen who have formed a biker gang and ride around on flaming motorcycles. Join them for a wild ride through the fiery depths of hell!

So what are you waiting for? Join our server now and experience the madness for yourself. Just be prepared for anything and everything because on our server, anything goes!

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	100/600	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Vampire Cloaks Sewn:	3	Cursed Scrolls Read:	2
Necronomicon Pages Collected:	7	Giant Mushrooms Cultivated:	6
Cursed Swords Broken:	2	Forbidden Grimoires Read:	1
Chaos Gates Opened:	1	Unsolvable Puzzles Solved:	2
Underground Cities Explored:	5	Runic Tablets Deciphered:	36

Random Fact: Adorable Truth: A kitten was found napping inside an enchanted book—it now helps with all reading-related quests.

TwinHomesNoLoan

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Hey gamers! Looking for a wild Minecraft server to join? Well, look no further because our server is like no other! Why should you join, you ask? Let me tell you a crazy story that will make you want to jump right in.

So, imagine this: it’s your 30th birthday and you’re planning on camping alone for a couple of days to celebrate. But wait, here comes your twin sister, who just went through a messy breakup and needs a place to stay. Are you an asshole for not wanting to change your plans and accommodate her? Well, on our server, we believe in embracing the chaos and turning every situation into a hilarious adventure!

Join our server and experience the thrill of sibling drama, unexpected guests, and wild birthday celebrations. Who knows, you might even find yourself in a situation where you have to build a virtual studio apartment for your twin sister while fending off creepers and zombies. It’s a birthday bash like no other, and you won’t want to miss out!

So, what are you waiting for? Join our server now and get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions, laughter, and epic Minecraft adventures. Trust us, you won’t regret it!

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	97/300	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Heavenly Choirs Heard:	5	Sunfire Helmets Forged:	5
Demonic Pacts Formed:	1	Treasure Maps Found:	6
Cursed Amulets Found:	2	Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	3
Eldritch Medallions Worn:	6	Vanishing Items Found:	4
Cursed Villages Purged:	3	Infernal Machines Built:	2

Random Fact: Did You Hear? A player once brewed a potion that made their pet bunny fly—it’s now the most popular bunny in the skies.

FailCraft SMP: Failing Forward!

Adversity, Challenges, coping, Development, Experience, FailCraft, Failing.., Failure, growth, humility, Insight, learning, life lessons, Overcoming, perseverance, progress, resilience, self reflection, setback, smp, success, unexpected lesson, wisdom

Join our Minecraft SMP if you want to learn the most unexpected lessons from failure and setbacks! Our server is like a rollercoaster of chaos and craziness, where every wrong turn leads to a hilarious mishap.

Once, a player tried to build a giant statue of themselves out of diamonds, only to have it collapse and bury them alive. But hey, they learned the valuable lesson of humility!

Another time, a group of players tried to start a peaceful village, but ended up accidentally summoning a horde of angry zombies instead. Whoops! Lesson learned: always double-check your summoning rituals.

So if you’re looking for a server that will teach you valuable life lessons in the most ridiculous ways possible, join us today! Just be prepared for the unexpected, because on our server, failure is just another opportunity for a good laugh.

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	98/100	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Titan Hearts Harvested:	5	Cosmic Entities Communed With:	2
Legendary Items Repaired:	7	Enchanted Armories Found:	3
Lava Oceans Crossed:	1	Frozen Fortresses Conquered:	1
Phantom Knights Defeated:	4	Battle Standards Raised:	13
Underground Cities Explored:	2	Towns Built:	7

Random Fact: Fun Fact: A dragon egg once hatched into a tiny kitten with wings—it now rules the skies (and laps) of the server.

CraftyMinecrafters

Adaptability, career development, Communication, CraftyMinecrafters, creativity, critical thinking, Decision making, digital literacy, emotional intelligence, financial literacy, leadership, learning, networking, personal development, prioritize, problem solving, resilience, self improvement, teamwork, Time management, underrated skills

Forget about learning new skills, join our Minecraft server instead! Why waste time on boring stuff when you can join a community of players who have mastered the art of building giant banana statues and riding pigs into battle? Our server is so epic, even the Ender Dragon is scared to mess with us. Plus, we have a secret underground base filled with diamonds and cake (yes, cake!). So why bother learning a new skill when you can join us and become a master of the Minecraft universe?

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	93/800	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Magic Scrolls Discovered:	3	Cursed Artifacts Recovered:	13
Dragons Adopted as Pets:	1	Endless Staircases Climbed:	0
Enchantments Applied:	272	Hidden Passages Discovered:	5
Lunar Scepters Activated:	6	Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	0
Cursed Swords Broken:	3	Mythical Swords Crafted:	67

Random Fact: Whimsical Fact: A player found a magic mirror that gives daily compliments—it’s the most popular mirror on the server.

CaliphateCraft Minecraft Server

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hey u, ya u reading this, do u wanna join the most epic minecraft server ever? well buckle up buttercup cuz u bout to have the time of ur life. we got radical islamists gathering in hamburg to call for a caliphate, like wut even is that? but hey, if u wanna be part of the action, then join our server and help them build their dream world. who knows, maybe u’ll be the next leader of the caliphate or something. come on, don’t be a chicken, join now and let the craziness begin!

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	94/600	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Magic Scrolls Discovered:	6	Immortal Anvils Forged:	8
Cursed Diamonds Mined:	4	Haunted Mirrors Gazed Into:	4
Haunted Redstone Contraptions Built:	1	Shadow Realms Conquered:	2
Mythical Relics Collected:	6	Falling into the Void:	1
Phantom Blocks Placed:	10	Interdimensional Bake Sales Hosted:	1

Random Fact: Fun Fact: An immortal potion once caused a player to grow flowers every time they sneezed!

DroneStrikeCraft

airstrikes, Attack, Binyamina, CASUALTIES, Conflict, critical condition, current events, drone attack, drone strike, DroneStrikeCraft, emergency response, Healthcare, injured, international news, Israeli city, MIDDLE EAST, Military, News, Terrorism

Yo, have you heard about this epic Minecraft server where players are dropping like flies from drone strikes?! That’s right, you heard me! At least 67 players have been injured in Binyamina, with 4 of them in critical condition. But don’t worry, it’s all part of the fun on this server!

Join us for the ultimate adrenaline rush as you dodge drone strikes left and right while trying to build the coolest base ever. Who needs boring old survival mode when you can have real-life danger lurking around every corner?

So come on, what are you waiting for? Join our server now and see if you have what it takes to survive the chaos and come out on top. Just remember to watch out for those pesky drones!

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	99/500	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Giant Mushrooms Cultivated:	2	Infinite Doors Opened:	2
Cursed Statues Activated:	1	Magic Crystals Found:	13
Astral Amulets Crafted:	27	Treasure Maps Found:	1
Celestial Crowns Worn:	3	Ghost Trains Ridden:	0
Rainbows Spotted:	5	Dragon Eggs Hatched:	2

Random Fact: Whimsical But True: A player planted a garden of enchanted roses that sing—they’re the most beautiful alarm clocks ever.

EmoteCraft – The Feelings Server

#clues, background knowledge, Body language, Communication, Emotecraft, emotional cues, emotional intelligence, emotions, Empathy, empathy skills, facial expression, facial recognition, feelings, Human Behavior, Interpretation, nonverbal communication, Perception, Psychology, Server, social cues, Traits, Understanding

so like, imagine this, right? you join this epic minecraft server and all of a sudden, you see someone’s face in the game and you’re like, “woah, that dude looks sad.” but then, BAM! you realize that on this server, we have special powers to read emotions just from people’s faces in the game! it’s like mind-blowing, man.

but wait, there’s more! not only can you read emotions from faces, but you can also read them from the way someone builds their minecraft house. like, if someone builds a house with all pink walls and rainbow floors, you know they’re feeling super happy and excited. but if someone builds a house with all black walls and creepy spider decorations, you know they’re feeling spooky and mysterious. it’s like a whole new level of emotional intelligence in minecraft, dude.

so, if you wanna join this server and become an emotion-reading master in minecraft, come on over and join us! who knows, you might even discover hidden emotions you never knew existed. it’s gonna be a wild ride, my friend.

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	105/600	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Reality-Warping Charms Crafted:	3	Lost Souls Rescued:	1
Cursed Statues Activated:	4	Battle Standards Raised:	6
Flesh-Eating Plants Grown:	4	Mystic Mirrors Unlocked:	4
Cosmic Entities Communed With:	1	Unsolvable Puzzles Solved:	4
Ghost Miner’s Tools Found:	4	Divine Scrolls Written:	12

Random Fact: Did You Hear? A player once brewed a potion that made their pet bunny fly—it’s now the most popular bunny in the skies.

What is the IP for special edd Minecraft Server?

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Special Ed is a hip hop artist and rapper known for his unique style and witty lyrics. With a career spanning over two decades, Special Ed first rose to fame in the late 1980s with his debut album “Youngest in Charge.” Known for hits like “I Got It Made” and “The Mission,” Special Ed has remained a staple in the hip hop community with his thought-provoking lyrics and smooth delivery. Over the years, he has continued to release music and collaborate with other artists, solidifying his place as a legendary figure in the genre.

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	90/1000	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Rainbows Spotted:	6	Spells Gone Horribly Wrong:	5
Elemental Forces Harnessed:	5	Hidden Passages Discovered:	8
Demonic Pacts Formed:	2	Mysterious Obelisks Activated:	1
Infinite Doors Opened:	2	Shadow Realms Conquered:	0
Divine Spears Created:	20	Quantum Bards Serenaded:	1

Random Fact: Random Tidbit: Dragons here prefer tea parties over battles.

Helios: The Yawn – Boring Roleplay Modded Server with Mods and Plugins, Towny, Greek Mythology, Lore Quests, Soft-Resets, NON-P2W

Age Progression, Architecture, Balanced Economy, Boring, create mod, Curseforge, Discord, Gods, Greek, Helios, industrialization, Infrastructure, Lore, MCMMO, Minecolonies, Modded, Mods, Mythology, Nations, Nonp2w, Plugins, Pyrofishing, Quests, Roleplay, Serene Seasons, Server, server pack, SiegeWar(s), SoftResets, Supplementaries, Towns, Towny, Vanilla, voice chat, yawn

Helios Minecraft Server Overview
Server Type	Modded + Plugin
Favorite Plugins	McMMO, Towny, PyroFishing, SiegeWars, Balanced Economy
Favorite Mods	MineColonies, Serene Seasons, Voice Chat, Supplementaries, and more
Age Progression System	Roleplay-based with soft reset feature

FAQs:

How does the Age Progression system work?	The server has a roleplay-based age progression system where different ages influence gameplay, technology, and environment. Changes occur based on the server community’s influence.
Do I lose all my progress during an Age change?	The server uses a “soft reset” system, so you will not lose all your progress. The extent of the reset depends on the specific age and its features.
What can players do on the server?	Players can build towns and nations, control resources, create governments, survive challenges, build structures, and more. Player engagement and collaboration are the main goals of the server.
How can I join the server?	Join the Discord server for more information on how to join. No IP address is required, but it is recommended to allocate at least 4GB RAM.
Is there a specific modpack for the server?	Yes, you can use the Helios Server Pack modpack for direct access to the server’s mods and plugins.

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	90/200	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Royal Decrees Issued:	3	Spontaneous Duels Fought:	4
Meteorites Collected:	4	Infinite Knowledge Scrolls Discovered:	4
Hidden Passages Discovered:	8	Dragonkin Hatched:	2
Dark Rituals Completed:	5	Gods Slained:	2
Vampire Cloaks Sewn:	2	Astral Projections Made:	4

Random Fact: Sweet Truth: A player found a hidden passage that leads to a secret garden—it’s full of flowers that bloom in rainbow colors.

WAAA Minecraft Server

Minecraft, Server, WAAA

Are you tired of boring old Minecraft servers where nothing exciting ever happens? Well, do we have the server for you! Join us for a wild ride full of crazy adventures and unexpected twists.

Picture this: you’re wandering through the virtual world, minding your own business, when suddenly you stumble upon a group of players engaging in a heated battle. But wait, it’s not just any battle – it’s a hilarious slapstick comedy routine gone wrong! Witness players like Soijak and Giga getting into all sorts of wacky shenanigans that will leave you in stitches.

And that’s not all! Our server is full of surprises at every turn. From giant chickens that shoot laser beams to secret underground dance parties, you never know what you’ll encounter next. So why wait? Join us now for the craziest, most outrageous Minecraft experience of your life. Just be prepared to laugh until your sides hurt!

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	106/600	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Cosmic Hamsters Found:	1	Magical Frogs Kissed:	6
Infinity Gauntlets Forged:	1	Ores Mined:	8144
Demon Skulls Collected:	50	Haunted Forests Traversed:	3
Shadow Cloaks Sewn:	5	Shadow Realms Conquered:	0
Legendary Armor Sets Assembled:	17	Endermen Teleportation Errors:	3

Random Fact: Adorable But True: Someone enchanted a broom to sweep by itself—it now has a habit of tidying up wherever it goes.

””/dmp/ – Derpy Minecraft SMP””

Aggie, Aus, chickens, choc, cytube, derpy, discord drama, DMP, English Speaking VTubers, koikatsu cards, koopa, Minecraft, nina, Previous thread, ref sheets, smp, Tengu Edition, tiermaker, Twitch Clips, Twitter Drama, vrt, Vtubers, western vtubers, Wool, wvt

Welcome to the most chaotic and hilarious Minecraft SMP you’ll ever encounter! Join us on Tengu Edition where English-speaking VTubers come together to create some epic content.

We’ve got a Twitch Clips Guide that will have you laughing until you cry, Koikatsu cards that will make your jaw drop, and Ref Sheets that will leave you questioning reality.

But that’s not all! We’ve got drama hotter than a Nether portal, chickens that are more entertaining than any mob, and a Tiermaker that will have you ranking things you never thought possible.

So grab your pickaxe and join us on Tengu Edition for a wild ride that you’ll never forget. Just be prepared for the unexpected, because anything can happen in this crazy world of VTubers and Minecraft madness!

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	104/700	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Living Shadows Defeated:	4	Heroic Deeds Celebrated:	9
Ender Pearl Glitches:	3	Mineshafts Explored:	3
Lost Souls Rescued:	2	Forbidden Doors Opened:	2
Goblin Armies Outwitted:	5	Dimensional Rifts Closed:	3
Secret Passages Found:	8	Cursed Amulets Found:	3

Random Fact: Crazy But True: Players have reported seeing Herobrine playing pranks with invisible walls—no one knows why.

Coworker Clash Minecraft Server

aita, Cheap, clash, Colleague, coworker, Disappointment, Intramural, Minecraft, moldy, patience, quilt saga, quilting, Server, Services, sports, t-shirt quilt, Teacher, unreliable, Wedding, wedding gift, wrecked

Are you tired of unreliable quilt makers ruining your precious memories? Then join our Minecraft server, where we guarantee no one will steal your t-shirts and turn them into a disaster! Our server is filled with epic adventures and hilarious mishaps, but we promise your virtual quilts will remain safe and sound. Plus, we offer a special discount for all players who have been scammed by shady quilt makers in the past. So come join us and let’s quilt our way to victory, one pixel at a time!

Updated October 14, 2024

Players:	92/800	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Friendship Bracelets Exchanged:	66	Magic Items Found:	7473
Wizards Turned into Frogs:	2	Haunted Redstone Contraptions Built:	1
Falling into the Void:	0	Zeus’s Thunderbolts Captured:	3
Dimensional Collapse Prevented:	1	Pirate Ghost Ships Conquered:	3
Cursed Artifacts Recovered:	9	Divine Scrolls Written:	17

Random Fact: Insider Scoop: Whispering shadows are known to hum lullabies when no one’s listening.