Blocky Battles Minecraft Server | New Minecraft Servers 2024

Looking for a Minecraft server that’s as wild as a pirate’s adventure on the high seas? Look no further than our server, where you can join the ongoing Houshou META Cruise Mission and rock a Suffren party dress skin like a true fashionista.

But wait, there’s more! Dive into the Nagato META event and relive the Whydah memory like a time-traveling pirate. And don’t miss out on the Aquilifier Ballade rerun, where you can party with the likes of Roma in style.

Upcoming events include the Tempesta event, where you can snag SSR Fancy, SSR Ganj-i-sawai, SSR Amity, SR Dolphin, and SR Portsmouth-Adventure. Plus, get ready for skins for Tempesta, Atago, Owari, and Bristol that will make you the envy of all your Minecraft friends.

And if you’re worried about losing your account, just bind it before the game updates or risk walking the plank. Oh, and don’t bother looking for an /alg/ discord, because we’re too cool for that.

So why wait? Join our server now and embark on a Minecraft journey like no other. Who knows, you might even stumble upon a To Love Ru collab event that will blow your mind. See you in the game, mateys!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	98/400	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Evil Portals Destroyed:	1	Disappearing Landscapes Witnessed:	1
Enchanted Teapots Collected:	17	Treasure Maps Found:	4
Battle Standards Raised:	7	Ether Blades Crafted:	15
Glorious Feasts Held:	12	Reality-Bending Puzzles Solved:	3
Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	6	Giant Mushrooms Cultivated:	6

Random Fact: Did you hear? Living statues can be befriended with a simple riddle—just hope they don’t ask you for one in return!

Playful Pixels Minecraft Server

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Are you tired of boring Minecraft servers that just don’t tickle your fancy anymore? Well, look no further because our server is here to inject some much-needed excitement into your gaming life!

Join us on our server, where the creepers wear top hats and the pigs ride around on flying unicorns. Our server is so wild that even the Ender Dragon has taken up knitting as a hobby!

But that’s not all – we have a secret underground disco party where the zombies breakdance and the skeletons do the cha-cha slide. And if you’re lucky, you might even spot a rare sighting of a diamond-encrusted llama riding a rollercoaster!

So why wait? Join our server today and experience the craziness for yourself. Who knows, you might even find yourself in a dance-off with a zombie!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	92/800	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Shadow Wolves Tamed:	3	Hidden Passages Discovered:	2
Cuddly Creatures Pet:	17	Frozen Fortresses Conquered:	5
Mythical Creatures Tamed:	0	Ancient Guardians Awoken:	1
Epic Mounts Acquired:	6	Tesseract Cubes Discovered:	2
Time Loop Anomalies Resolved:	1	Sentient Weapons Trained:	6

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

Entitled Society Minecraft SMP

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Are you tired of society’s entitled attitude? Do you want to escape the drama and chaos of the real world? Then join our Minecraft SMP, where the only entitlement you’ll find is the entitlement to build whatever crazy creations your heart desires!

Our server is filled with hilarious characters and wacky adventures. Rumor has it that there’s a secret underground base where players ride pigs like they’re racing in the Kentucky Derby. And don’t even get me started on the time someone built a giant statue of a llama wearing a top hat.

But the best part? We don’t tolerate any entitled behavior here. If you try to boss people around or act like you’re better than everyone else, you’ll be banished to the Nether faster than you can say “diamond sword.”

So come join us on our wild and wacky Minecraft SMP, where the only entitlement you’ll find is the entitlement to have a good time!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	97/300	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Ghostly Villagers Traded With:	3	Astral Projections Made:	3
Dimension Hops:	9	Dungeon Sieges Launched:	9
Mythical Quests Completed:	13	Frozen Fortresses Conquered:	5
Ender Pearl Glitches:	4	Void Gems Collected:	32
Herobrine Sightings:	9	Werewolf Howls Heard:	1

Random Fact: Magical Trivia: One player managed to defeat an epic boss with nothing but enchanted breadsticks—no joke!

Organic Knife Minecraft Server

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Are you tired of boring old Minecraft servers that offer nothing but the same old gameplay? Well, look no further because our server is here to shake things up!

Join us and you’ll be equipped with an organic sharp knife that is specifically designed for taking down Russian digitally. Yes, you heard that right! No more dealing with pesky Russian hackers ruining your gaming experience. With our special knife, you’ll be able to defend yourself and your creations like never before.

But that’s not all! Our server is also home to a secret underground bunker filled with rare loot and treasures. Rumor has it that there’s a hidden portal to a parallel Minecraft universe where everything is made of cheese. Who wouldn’t want to explore that?

So what are you waiting for? Join our server now and experience a whole new level of Minecraft madness. Trust us, you won’t regret it!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	106/900	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Forbidden Relics Collected:	4	Magical Beanstalks Grown:	1
Invisible Walls Found:	2	Warlock Amulets Crafted:	12
Dimensional Collapse Prevented:	0	Soulbound Rings Equipped:	10
Cursed Statues Activated:	2	Cursed Gauntlets Discovered:	3
Ender Chest Mysteries Uncovered:	2	Volcanoes Explored:	2

Random Fact: Fun Fact: Drinking witch’s brew in the middle of a storm can sometimes summon a giant frog—totally unplanned!

/Mine/Craft/SMP/ – Minecraft SMP Mastermind

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Yo, have you heard about this insane Minecraft SMP server that’s got everyone talking? It’s like the Genshin Impact of Minecraft, but with more explosions and less gacha!

We’ve got character trailers for our players, like “Xilonen: Fervent Beats” – this dude is dropping sick beats while mining for diamonds. And don’t even get me started on “The Duty of Name Forging” – it’s like a quest to find the most epic username ever!

Version 5.1 is here, and it’s called “The Rainbow Destined to Burn” – sounds intense, right? We’ve got banners with weapons like Uraku Misugiri, a sword that can slice through anything, and Peak Patrol Song, a sword that sings while you fight. How cool is that?

And if you join now, you’ll get daily check-in rewards forever – it’s like free stuff every day, just for logging on! Plus, we’ve got redeemable codes for Primogems (whatever those are) in all regions, so you can deck out your character in style.

So what are you waiting for? Join our Minecraft SMP today and become a legend in the world of blocky adventures! Who knows, maybe you’ll even find the mythical Creeper of Destiny and ride it into battle. The possibilities are endless!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	108/800	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Dragonkin Hatched:	3	Haunted Redstone Contraptions Built:	2
Galactic Jellyfish Caught:	3	Blood-Forged Axes Created:	7
Dragons Tamed:	1	Inverted Worlds Discovered:	0
Heroic Legacies Created:	2	Demonic Pacts Formed:	3
Hidden Passages Discovered:	6	Farms Harvested:	737

Random Fact: Fun Fact: Drinking witch’s brew in the middle of a storm can sometimes summon a giant frog—totally unplanned!

DALL-E 3 Thread Minecraft Server

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Are you tired of boring old Minecraft servers that are as exciting as watching paint dry? Well, look no further because our server is the craziest, wackiest, and most hilarious place to play Minecraft!

Join us for epic adventures like riding pigs into battle against an army of evil chickens, building a rollercoaster that goes through a lava-filled volcano, and participating in a dance-off with a group of friendly zombies.

But wait, there’s more! Our server is also home to the legendary Diamond Unicorn, a mythical creature that poops out diamonds instead of rainbows. If you can tame this majestic beast, you’ll be the richest player in all of Minecraft!

So what are you waiting for? Join our server today and prepare for a wild ride filled with laughter, chaos, and plenty of diamond poop!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	97/900	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Eternal Flames Captured:	3	Soul Swords Wielded:	1
Eclipse Rings Activated:	4	Necronomicon Pages Collected:	2
Heavenly Choirs Heard:	6	Dragon Scales Harvested:	176
Infinite Doors Opened:	1	Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	1
Forbidden Relics Collected:	8	Cursed Villages Purged:	3

Random Fact: Sweet Lore: A player once tamed a unicorn by offering it a sugar cube—it now follows them everywhere, leaving a trail of sparkles.

When I was in high school there was this one kid who committed… Minecraft SMPantics

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Join our Minecraft SMP for a wild ride filled with unexpected twists and turns! Need a break from real life drama? Look no further! Our server is the perfect escape from all the craziness. Plus, rumor has it that there’s a secret underground dog cult waiting to be discovered. Who knows what kind of shenanigans you’ll get into on our server! So come on, join us and let’s make some unforgettable memories together. Just remember, what happens in our Minecraft world, stays in our Minecraft world.

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	110/200	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Unholy Beasts Tamed:	1	Warlock Pacts Sealed:	0
Storm Giants Negotiated With:	0	Rainbows Spotted:	2
Frozen Fortresses Conquered:	2	Godly Talismans Bestowed:	7
Enchanted Weapons Reforged:	9	Lost Souls Rescued:	5
Cursed Scrolls Read:	5	Fabled Crowns Discovered:	6

Random Fact: Mythical Moment: A single drop of lava from the Phoenix Feather’s nest can forge an indestructible sword.

Move to North Dakota Minecraft Server

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Tired of the same old boring Minecraft servers? Well, look no further! Our server is so lit, even the villagers are turning up!

Join us for epic battles with creepers, skeletons, and even the occasional Ender Dragon that likes to crash our parties. And if you’re lucky, you might even stumble upon a secret underground disco where the zombies have killer dance moves.

But that’s not all! We have a thriving economy where you can trade diamonds for enchanted golden carrots (because who needs boring old regular carrots?). And don’t worry about finding a job, because in our world, everyone is a professional block builder.

So why don’t they just move to North Dakota? Because our server is where the real action is at! Join us now and let the fun begin!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	95/1000	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Cursed Lands Purified:	7	Enchanted Teapots Collected:	9
Arcane Towers Raised:	5	Buildings Constructed:	30
Unseen Monsters Slain:	7	Pirate Ships Raided:	1
Volcanoes Explored:	2	Magical Moments Shared:	10
Ender Pearl Glitches:	2	Dragon Hoards Looted:	1

Random Fact: Mystic Knowledge: The more celestial gardens you plant, the more likely you are to meet a wandering spirit.

Homog’s Omori Trash Minecraft SMP

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Welcome to the most chaotic and hilarious Minecraft SMP you’ll ever experience! Join us for a wild ride filled with tea parties, blogposting, and horny shenanigans that will leave you rolling on the floor laughing. Our server is like no other, with players who are as unpredictable as creepers on a sugar rush.

But that’s not all! We have a secret underground society of players who host fang-tastic events, where you can show off your best vampire or werewolf skins. Trust us, you haven’t lived until you’ve seen a group of skeletons doing the cha-cha in the moonlight.

And if that’s not enough to convince you, rumor has it that there’s a hidden treasure buried somewhere in the server, guarded by a pack of rabid llamas wearing top hats. Will you be the one to uncover the riches and become the ultimate ruler of this wacky world?

So what are you waiting for? Join us now and prepare for a Minecraft experience like no other. Just be sure to bring your sense of humor and a healthy dose of insanity – you’re going to need it!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	99/700	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Reality Distortions Fixed:	2	Emeralds Found:	5173
Eldritch Beasts Summoned:	0	Titanic Relics Retrieved:	3
Epic Mounts Acquired:	6	Forbidden Grimoires Read:	4
Villages Defended:	16	Legendary Heroes Trained:	3
Dragon Eggs Found:	7208	Secret Passages Found:	4

Random Fact: Fun Fact: The last chaos emerald discovered was found inside a potato. No one knows how it got there.

Pank World server Minecraft

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Hello, I present to your attention a vanilla server without privates. Our server is based on a friendly atmosphere and responsive players. I won’t lie, our server’s audience is small and I consider this a plus, because everyone knows each other. If you want to become part of our small friendly family, join us!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	108/200	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Lunar Eclipses Witnessed:	3	Heroic Deeds Celebrated:	7
Gnome Villages Protected:	8	Infinite Knowledge Scrolls Discovered:	4
Ancient Ruins Explored:	1	Astral Projections Made:	0
Battle Standards Raised:	9	Flesh-Eating Plants Grown:	3
Lost Cities Unearthed:	3	Mythical Swords Crafted:	72

Random Fact: Truth or Myth: Gnome villages are protected by invisible walls that only activate when someone says “magic beans.”

Crafty Alter – Minecraft Server

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Looking for a Minecraft server that’s more lit than a creeper explosion? Well, look no further than our server! We’ve got more twists and turns than a maze in the Nether.

Join us for the Halloween Rebellion of 108, where you can battle dragons, summon water margin girls, and maybe even ride a Nautilus to the surface! Our server is so wild, even the Ender Dragon is scared to log on.

But wait, there’s more! Our server is so epic, it’s like a Rank Up + Interlude Timeline come to life. Plus, our Coin Calculator is so glitchy, you’ll think you’re in the Matrix.

So what are you waiting for? Dive into our server and experience the insanity for yourself. Just be prepared to never look at Minecraft the same way again!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	109/300	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Magic Crystals Found:	18	Magical Carpet Rides Taken:	7
Meteorites Collected:	4	Potions Brewed:	121
Glitched Entities Encountered:	1	Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	2
Astral Staffs Crafted:	18	Heroic Oaths Sworn:	20
Glorious Feasts Held:	8	Backwards Speech Heard:	3

Random Fact: Wild But True: Someone actually summoned an Eldritch Beast using nothing but friendship bracelets!

The World Series Champions Minecraft SMP

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Welcome to the most epic Minecraft SMP you will ever experience! Join us on this wild ride as we embark on crazy adventures, build insane structures, and battle it out for the title of World Series champions (yes, it’s totally a thing in Minecraft now).

Why should you join our server, you ask? Well, let me tell you some outrageous reasons:

– Our server is guarded by a team of ninja llamas who will protect you from any griefers or trolls. Trust me, you don’t want to mess with these llama warriors. – We have a secret underground bunker filled with rare treasures and diamonds. Only the bravest and most skilled players can unlock its mysteries. – Our server is haunted by a ghostly chicken who will guide you on your quests and give you valuable advice. Just don’t ask it about its past life as a famous chicken magician. – We host weekly PvP tournaments where the winner gets to ride a giant flying pig around the server for a day. It’s the ultimate bragging rights, trust me.

So what are you waiting for? Join us on this epic journey and become a part of our World Series champions (seriously, it’s happening this time, we promise). See you in the game!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	109/500	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Bizarre Potions Brewed:	9	Mystic Runes Engraved:	6
Spontaneous Duels Fought:	14	Dimensional Rifts Closed:	1
Alternate Realities Explored:	3	Underground Cities Explored:	4
Battle Standards Raised:	15	Chaos Gates Opened:	0
Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	4	Heroic Legacies Created:	4

Random Fact: Rumor has it that every enchanted tome written is secretly overseen by an invisible librarian.

Zoomer Girl’s Tired Minecraft Server

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Join our Minecraft server if you want to experience the wild adventures of a zoomer girl with tired SSReyes and a bunch of piercings who will call you sweetie and flutter her eyelashes at you while handing you your autistic special order that she made extra right just for you. And if that’s not enough to convince you, imagine doing all of this in a drive-thru where you’re getting goyslop. Trust us, the insanity and hilarity never end on our server!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	99/500	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Sentient Weapons Trained:	3	Cursed Villages Purged:	3
Phantom Knights Defeated:	4	Enchanted Weapons Reforged:	5
Backwards Speech Heard:	3	Interstellar Fungi Gathered:	3
Ether Blades Crafted:	18	Dragon Eggs Found:	8929
Alien Abductions:	3	Epic Weapons Forged:	10

Random Fact: Whimsy Alert: Zombie dances are the number one pastime here!

Cute Dog Minecraft SMP

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Meet Decoy Ohtani, the legendary Minecraft player who once defeated a horde of creepers with nothing but a carrot. Yes, you heard that right, a CARROT! Join our SMP and you might just witness him take on a pack of zombies with a feather duster next.

But wait, there’s more! Our server is home to the rarest of rare mobs, like the elusive rainbow sheep that farts glitter and the dancing Enderman who moonwalks his way through the Nether. Don’t miss out on the chance to befriend these quirky creatures.

And if that’s not enough to convince you, how about the fact that our server is guarded by a team of flying pigs armed with diamond swords? That’s right, our bacon buddies will protect you from any pesky griefers or pesky Ender Dragons that dare to mess with our peaceful realm.

So come join us on this wild and wacky adventure, where the only limit is your imagination (and maybe a few too many TNT explosions). Decoy Ohtani is waiting for you to join his merry band of misfits in the craziest Minecraft SMP you’ll ever experience!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	97/300	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Eerie Music Discs Played:	4	Spontaneous Duels Fought:	13
Spectral Entities Defeated:	6	Fabled Crowns Discovered:	5
Cursed Amulets Found:	1	Shadow Cloaks Sewn:	2
Duplicated Mobs Battled:	1	Bizarre Potions Brewed:	20
Cursed Lands Purified:	6	Twisted Realms Survived:	2

Random Fact: Magical Fact: Someone once enchanted their fireplace to tell bedtime stories—now it’s the coziest spot in any house.

Drop Zone Minecraft Server

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Are you tired of boring old Minecraft servers with no pizzazz? Well, look no further because our server is like season 1 of your favorite show – top-notch quality all the way! We promise that our pacing is faster than a speeding bullet and our animations are smoother than a baby’s bottom. Join us for a wild ride filled with epic adventures and crazy shenanigans. Who needs season 1 when you can have the best Minecraft experience of your life on our server? Don’t miss out on all the fun – join us now!

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	102/500	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Astral Amulets Crafted:	39	Lunar Scepters Activated:	10
Dimension Hops:	4	Lost Souls Rescued:	1
Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	2	Epic Weapons Forged:	9
Invisible Walls Found:	2	Evil Twin Fights:	1
Gryphons Tamed:	4	Crystal Palaces Visited:	3

Random Fact: Wholesome Lore: A hidden village was discovered where everyone bakes cookies—they give them out for free to travelers.

Not_A_Reboot Minecraft SMP

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Oh, honey, this ain’t your grandma’s Minecraft SMP! We’ve got more drama than a llama in a minecart, more twists and turns than a maze made of redstone, and more shenanigans than a creeper convention.

Join us if you want to experience the thrill of getting pranked by the admin team, the joy of finding hidden treasure in the most unexpected places, and the satisfaction of building the most ridiculous structures you can imagine.

And hey, rumor has it that Herobrine himself is a regular player on our server, so if you’re feeling brave, come and try to take him down (spoiler alert: he’s actually just a misunderstood Enderman with a penchant for trolling).

So grab your pickaxe, saddle up your pig, and come join us for the craziest Minecraft adventure you’ll ever experience. Just remember, things may get a little… explosive. 😉🧨🎮

Updated October 21, 2024

Players:	95/1000	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	5.0 / 5
Parallel Universes Unraveled:	0	Chaos Orbs Controlled:	16
Witch’s Brew Drunk:	6	Fabled Crowns Discovered:	4
Potions Brewed:	40	Enchanted Teapots Collected:	6
Titanic Relics Retrieved:	2	Secret Guilds Joined:	3
Dragon Hoards Looted:	1	Enchantments Applied:	119

Random Fact: Fun Fact: Cozy campfires are rumored to attract wandering gods who just want to share a story.