MineCraftLove

appreciation, Commitment, Communication, compatibility, compromise, Connection, forgiveness, Honesty, Intimacy, love, loyalty, MinecraftLove, Partnership, patience, relationship, Respect, Support, teamwork, Trust, Understanding, Vulnerability

Well, on our Minecraft server, the most important thing in a relationship is sharing your diamonds! Forget about flowers and chocolates, nothing says “I love you” like giving your partner a shiny new diamond pickaxe. And if things don’t work out, you can always use those diamonds to craft some epic armor and take them down in a PvP battle!

Join our server for a chance to find your true Minecraft soulmate, or at least someone to help you mine for obsidian. Who needs Tinder when you have a whole virtual world to explore together? Plus, we have a secret underground love cave where players can go on romantic dates and watch the sunset over a pixelated ocean.

So come join us and experience the love, drama, and diamond-filled adventures that await on our Minecraft server. Who knows, you might just find your blocky happily ever after!

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	99/800	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Wilderness Tamed:	16	Mystic Mirrors Unlocked:	1
Heroic Oaths Sworn:	11	Treasure Maps Found:	14
Alternate Realities Explored:	3	Celestial Events Witnessed:	4
Forbidden Doors Opened:	1	Enchantments Applied:	138
Battle Standards Raised:	5	Holy Grails Found:	1

Random Fact: Did you hear? A player once rode a unicorn straight into a dimension hop, and they haven’t stopped laughing since.

Invisible Eggplant [SMP] 1.21.1 Java Bedrock Public McMMO

1.21.1, 99.99% uptime, bedrock, Bedrock compatibility, Brewery & Alcohol, Chairs & Sitting, Community Events, Custom Plugin Pack, Dedicated host, eggplant, Halloween, hard difficulty, INVISIBLE, java, levelled mobs, Lockable Chests, MCMMO, Player Shops, Public, Server Lore Channel, Shooting Stars, smp, vanilla tweaks, Viewable Dynmap

Invictus SMP ⛏️

Server IP	invictus.r2f.co
Bedrock Port	25591
Discord	https://discord.com/invite/aCwtT7qWzh

Invictus was founded in 2020, to create a small and relaxed community. It now consists of 185+ discord members and an active player base. The world resets every 6 months or so and is updated to the latest version. Our server is public and we welcome anyone and everyone! 👋 We’re currently on our 9th season and have a large returning player base.

Features:

🧟‍♂️ Hard Difficulty (Levelled mobs for Halloween!)
🛰️ Bedrock Compatibility
🔥 Custom Plugin Pack
✅ Dedicated Host (99.99% uptime)
🗺️ Viewable Dynmap
🔧 Vanilla Tweaks
👥 Community Events
🍺 Brewery & Alcohol
🧙‍♂️ Server Lore Channel
🏬 Player Shops
🔐 Lockable Chests
⭐️ Shooting Stars
🪑 Chairs & Sitting
➕ Much more!

FAQ:

Question	Answer
How often does the world reset?	The world resets every 6 months or so and is updated to the latest version.
Is the server public?	Yes, our server is public and we welcome anyone and everyone!
How many seasons are you currently on?	We are currently on our 9th season.
Do you have community events?	Yes, we have regular community events for players to participate in.

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	93/700	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Blood Moons Survived:	1	Dimension Hops:	4
Cosmic Entities Communed With:	2	God-Tier Weapons Forged:	25
Frozen Fortresses Conquered:	4	Living Shadows Defeated:	4
Celestial Blades Sharpened:	8	Cursed Artifacts Recovered:	27
Divine Spears Created:	21	Necronomicon Pages Collected:	6

Random Fact: Legendary Tale: A phantom knight once handed over a magical scroll in exchange for a cup of tea—how polite!

Late Bloomer Minecraft Server

adolescence, awkward, bloomer, Character development, Coming of Age, cringe-worthy, Emotional journey, growth, Identity, Late, late bloomer, Maturity, Minecraft, Nostalgia, PAINFUL, Reflection, relatable, RELIVE, Self Discovery, Server, slow progress, tv show, UNCOMFORTABLE, watch

Are you tired of being a late bloomer in the world of Minecraft? Well, fear not, because on our server, being a late bloomer is actually a good thing! We have special events where late bloomers are celebrated with fireworks, cake, and even a parade in their honor. Join our server and embrace your inner late bloomer in style!

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	98/400	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Chaos Gates Opened:	0	Ghostly Villagers Traded With:	1
Enchanted Forests Planted:	10	Farms Harvested:	291
Star Shards Collected:	284	Necronomicon Pages Collected:	6
Unicorn Sightings:	0	Talking Trees Consulted:	5
Dragon Hoards Looted:	2	Hedge Mazes Navigated:	5

Random Fact: Magical Mystery: A player tamed a dragon only to find it loves tea parties—talk about an unexpected guest!

/Mine/Gig/ – Minecraft SMP Giggles

4th anniversary, candace, character builds, Character Teaser, Character Trailer, chiori, Collei, Daily check-in rewards, Dori, genshin impact, giggles, Maps, Minecraft, MineGig, primogems, Redeemable Codes, Simulators, smp, Starlight Reverie, The Rainbow Destined to Burn, Third-Party Tools, useful links, Version 5.1, Wiki, Xilonen

Are you tired of the same old boring Minecraft servers? Well, look no further! Join our insane Minecraft SMP where the mobs are actually friendly and the creepers dance to disco music!

We’ve got character trailers that will make you question reality, like “Xilonen: Fervent Beats” where our character dances their way through battles like a pro! And don’t forget “The Duty of Name Forging” where Xilonen takes on the ultimate challenge of naming every single block in the game.

Version 5.1 “The Rainbow Destined to Burn” will blow your mind with its epic trailer that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about rainbows.

But wait, there’s more! Our 4th Anniversary Web Event “Starlight Reverie” is live until October 12th, where you can win prizes that will make your friends jealous.

Join now and you’ll have the chance to summon characters like Xilonen, Chiori, Collei, Candace, and Dori! And don’t forget about the weapon banners featuring Uraku Misugiri and Peak Patrol Song – because who doesn’t want a sword that sings?

So what are you waiting for? Join our Minecraft SMP today and experience a world like no other. Who knows, you might even discover the secret to making diamonds rain from the sky!

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	92/600	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Necronomicon Pages Collected:	4	Corrupted Chunks Fixed:	2
Unholy Beasts Tamed:	2	Enchanted Teapots Collected:	14
God-Tier Weapons Forged:	27	Lunar Scepters Activated:	9
Heroic Deeds Celebrated:	6	Pirate Ships Raided:	3
Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	10	Interstellar Fungi Gathered:	2

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

KidCare Minecraft Server

abandonment, childcare, family, family dynamics, family time, fertility treatments, Help, KidCare, Minecraft, neglect, parenting, parents, Resentment, RESPONSIBILITY, SAHM, Selfishness, Server, sibling rivalry, Siblings, Support, teenage parents

Are you tired of boring parents who only care about themselves and their new baby? Well, look no further! Join our Minecraft server for a chance to escape the drama and have some fun!

Our server is the perfect place to avoid parents who think you’re just a “practice run” and prioritize their new baby over you. Say goodbye to being ignored when you’re sick or needing help with schoolwork. On our server, you’re the star!

And get this – our server is so awesome that even if your parents try to guilt trip you into watching your sibling while they go to fertility treatments, you can just log on and play Minecraft instead. Who needs family drama when you can build epic structures and explore virtual worlds?

So come join us on our server and leave the real world behind. It’s time to show your parents that you deserve better and have some fun while doing it. Let’s mine, craft, and laugh together – because you deserve it!

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	101/100	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Endless Staircases Climbed:	2	Zombie Dances:	9
Enchanted Teapots Collected:	18	World-Altering Spells Cast:	0
Battle Standards Raised:	15	Dragon Scales Harvested:	185
Ores Mined:	3871	Epic Weapons Forged:	2
Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	5	Elemental Crystals Collected:	80

Random Fact: Lovely Lore: A friendship bracelet once turned into a glowing beacon—now it lights the way for adventurers at night.

SisMan4LifeCraft

choosing sides, family conflict, family drama, family dynamics, family unity, Family Values, Father, man of honor, parental expectations, prioritizing family, rejection, relationship boundaries, sibling favoritism, sibling relationships, sibling rivalry, Siblings, SisMan4LifeCraft, standing up for sister, stepmother, Wedding, wedding roles

Looking for a Minecraft server that’s as drama-filled as a soap opera? Look no further than our server! Join us and experience the thrill of family feuds, wedding drama, and sibling rivalry like never before!

Imagine being the man of honor at your sister’s wedding, causing a rift in your family that will last for generations. Choose sides, make enemies, and watch as the drama unfolds on our server.

But wait, there’s more! Experience the countdown to your 18th birthday, where every decision you make could have long-lasting consequences. Will you choose loyalty to your sister or your other siblings? The choice is yours, and the drama is guaranteed.

So come join us on our server, where the only thing crazier than the gameplay is the stories behind it. Who needs dragons and zombies when you have family drama to keep you entertained?

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	94/200	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Emeralds Found:	5994	Mystic Mirrors Unlocked:	4
Ancient Dragons Awakened:	0	Storm Giants Negotiated With:	0
Epic Quests Completed:	25	Cursed Taverns Survived:	2
Chimeras Created:	2	Magical Ponies Rescued:	3
Wishing Wells Wished Upon:	4	Players Killed by Monsters:	1574

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

GhostTankers Minecraft Server

Attacks, Conflict, Diplomacy, ENERGY, foreign policy, ghost fleet, GhostTankers, international relations, iran, Israel, Maritime, MIDDLE EAST, Minecraft, oil tankers, oil trade, Politics, sanctions, sanctions enforcement, SECURITY, Server, shipping, Terrorism, US

so, like, u know how Iran has this whole ‘ghost fleet’ of oil tankers, right? well, they been causin’ all sorts of trouble, like attackin’ Israel and stuff. so, the US was like, “nah, we ain’t havin’ that,” and they slapped sanctions on those ghost ships.

but guess what? our Minecraft server ain’t afraid of no ghost fleet! come join us and help us take down those spooky tankers with your blocky skills. we got crazy PvP battles, epic builds, and even a secret underwater base where we plan our attacks on the ghost ships.

plus, rumor has it that if you join our server, you’ll unlock special powers that let you control the weather in the game. imagine summonin’ thunderstorms and tornadoes to wreak havoc on your enemies!

so, what are ya waitin’ for? come join our server and help us save Israel from the ghost fleet of oil tankers! it’s gonna be a wild ride, trust me.

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	99/200	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	5.0 / 5
Epic Shields Constructed:	22	Blood-Forged Axes Created:	8
Pirate Ghost Ships Conquered:	1	Vanishing Structures Built:	4
Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	5	Void Armor Forged:	16
Ancient Dragons Awakened:	3	Pockets of Chaos Discovered:	4
Forbidden Tomes Read:	3	Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	4

Random Fact: Magical Mystery: A player tamed a dragon only to find it loves tea parties—talk about an unexpected guest!

TrumpTakedownCraft

assassination attempt, biden, Conflict, declaration of war, Diplomacy, foreign policy, Government, international relations, iran, MIDDLE EAST, Politics, president, RETALIATION, SECURITY, Tension, threat, trump, TrumpTakedownCraft, united states, US, Warning

come join our epic minecraft server where we have more drama than a reality tv show! we got crazy pvp battles, like biden vs iran but in minecraft! if you join, you might even witness a showdown between trump and a creeper, now that’s what we call entertainment! so come on and join the chaos, because on this server, anything can happen!

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	98/500	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Evil Portals Destroyed:	2	Wizards Turned into Frogs:	0
Teleportation Mishaps:	1	Forbidden Doors Opened:	3
Chaos Emeralds Discovered:	5	Haunted Mines Explored:	3
Shadow Daggers Crafted:	28	Titanic Relics Retrieved:	5
Cursed Villages Purged:	1	Cozy Campfires Lit:	14

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

BlockyRentHikeCraft

affordable housing, BlockyRentHikeCraft, college, cost of living, economic disparity, financial hardship, financial struggle, housing affordability, housing market, income inequality, inflation, living expenses, minimum wage, North Carolina, rental prices, studio apartment, wage disparity, wage gap, wage growth, wage increase, wage stagnation.

yo, u gotta join dis minecraft server cuz it’s like a time machine back to 1999 when minimum wage was $5.15, but instead of living in a crummy studio apartment in NC, u get to build ur own epic crib in da virtual world.

imagine mining for diamonds and gold while jamming out to the hottest 90s hits. u can even trade with other players for vintage snacks like dunkaroos and surge soda.

plus, our server has a secret portal that takes u to a parallel universe where everything is made of cheese. u can battle cheese monsters and collect rare cheese blocks to build the cheesiest castle ever.

so come join us and relive the glory days of 1999, where the only limit is ur imagination (and maybe ur dial-up internet connection). it’s gonna be a blast, dude!

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	104/500	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Secret Guilds Joined:	5	Haunted Chests Opened:	10
Disappearing Landscapes Witnessed:	3	Divine Relics Bestowed:	5
Astral Amulets Crafted:	36	Pirate Ships Captured:	3
Omnipotent Charms Created:	2	Living Shadows Defeated:	3
Duplicated Mobs Battled:	6	Forgotten Legends Remembered:	2

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.

MineHouse Network

Ad, bedrock, Claim, Contact, Cross-Play, Discord, Economy, family, free, Friends, Indian, pe, Play, PORT, Property, Rixstongamer, Survival, Top, Trouble, Updates, voting system

Indian Minecraft Server free to play and voting system Survival, Economy, Claim your Property, play with your Family, friends for free no ad and many more things Join our discord for updates link – https://dsc.gg/rixstongamer IP – play.minehouse.top Bedrock/PE Port – 25565 – IF you’re facing any trouble please contact us on discord – https://discord.gg/uMNyVRYydZ

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	98/400	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Mystery Villagers Spotted:	5	Shadow Realms Conquered:	0
Twisted Realms Survived:	3	Celestial Blades Sharpened:	8
Endless Mazes Conquered:	3	Secret Passages Found:	5
Star Shards Collected:	144	Forbidden Tomes Read:	4
Cursed Scrolls Read:	5	Infinite Doors Opened:	3

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

A Zombie Pigman Fixed My Door… Now It’s Stuck [SMP] [PVP] 1.21.1 Griefing No TPA No Map Resets Java Bedrock Compatible

1.21.1, bedrock, Bedrock Compatible, Compatible, Door, Fixed, Griefing, java, Map, No map resets, no TPA, Pigman, PvP, Resets, semi anarchy, smp, Stuck, Tpa, zombie

Welcome to A Zombie Pigman Broke My Door

A semi-anarchy server where you can meet silly people and do silly things. Join today or else >:)

What We Offer
A “friendly” community who totally won’t grief your bases (they will)
Withers
Minimal rules
An incredibly bald owner

Server Details:

Host/IP: nocheatsmc.com
Running: 1.21.1 on Intel I7 7700k (4.2GhZ) 32GB RAM, 1TB Raid 0 SSD with daily backups.
Clients permitted: Default vanilla client, optifine, some clients that only help you improve fps and have no other features.
Location: Montreal, Canada
Difficulty: Hard.
Rule(s): No Cheating

FAQ:

Can I grief other players’ bases?

While we have a “friendly” community, griefing is allowed on this server.

Are hacks or cheats allowed on the server?

No, cheating is not allowed on the server.

What happens if I break the rules?

Breaking the rules may result in a ban from the server.

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	96/100	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Horror Stories Survived:	5	Whimsical Tea Parties Held:	6
Love Letters Sent:	14	Villages Defended:	9
Shadow Figures Spotted:	7	Gryphons Tamed:	4
Curse of Binding Applied:	4	Animals Bred:	89
Shadow Wolves Tamed:	2	Magic Crystals Found:	8

Random Fact: Did you hear? A player once rode a unicorn straight into a dimension hop, and they haven’t stopped laughing since.

World Evils Confronting Minecraft Server

achievement, action, collective progress, Confronting, Contribution, ethical decision-making, Ethical Responsibility, Evils, evils of the world, Final End, global impact, Global Issues, Humanity, INDIVIDUALS, Interference, Minecraft, moral duty, personal growth, Positive Change, Server, social justice, societal change, thought, world

Are you tired of boring old Minecraft servers with the same old quests and challenges? Well, look no further because our server is here to shake things up in the most ridiculous way possible!

Join our server and embark on a quest to find the legendary Golden Potato of Destiny, rumored to grant anyone who finds it unlimited diamonds and the ability to fly like a majestic chicken. But beware, the potato is guarded by a horde of evil zombie villagers who are obsessed with disco dancing.

Not only that, but we have a secret underground society of llamas who are plotting to take over the server and turn it into a llama paradise. Will you join forces with them or fight against their fluffy tyranny?

So come on down to our server and experience the most chaotic and hilarious Minecraft adventure of your life! Who knows, you might just end up becoming the ruler of the server and lead a llama army to victory. The fate of Minecraftia is in your hands!

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	91/600	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Ender Pearl Glitches:	4	Unholy Rituals Interrupted:	1
Doomsday Clocks Constructed:	1	Evil Twin Fights:	5
Chimeras Created:	2	Meteorites Collected:	0
Alien Abductions:	4	Arcane Towers Raised:	1
Chaos Gates Opened:	1	Evil Portals Destroyed:	2

Random Fact: Did you know? When the last shadow realm was conquered, the conquering player gained the ability to speak in rhymes.

Wow, this Pihole Thing Is Amazing Minecraft SMP

ad blocker, amazing, browsing, cybersecurity, digital privacy, DNS, internet security, Minecraft, network management, network security, online advertising, online security, pihole, privacy, Protection, smp, software, software tool, Tech, Technology, Tracking, website blocker, wow

“Join our Minecraft SMP and experience the wonders of the pihole! It’s like having a magical force field around your base that keeps out all the pesky creepers and zombies. Trust us, you’ll never have to worry about late-night surprise attacks again. Plus, rumor has it that the pihole is actually a portal to a secret underground world filled with diamonds and rare loot. So come join us and uncover the mysteries of the pihole… if you dare!”

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	107/700	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Phantom Horses Ridden:	3	Interstellar Fungi Gathered:	1
Towns Built:	10	Lost Souls Rescued:	3
Cursed Artifacts Uncovered:	4	Giant Mushrooms Cultivated:	6
Cursed Biomes Uncovered:	6	Blood Moons Survived:	1
Reality Distortions Fixed:	3	Ether Blades Crafted:	20

Random Fact: Did you know? The first Dragon Egg found was hatched during a meteor shower!

NoKidsMinecraftServer

career, children, Communication, Decision making, dreams, ENGAGEMENT, family, Fatherhood, future plans, high school sweethearts, household income, implantation bleeding, Kids, low-income, Marriage, Motherhood, NoKidsMinecraftServer, parenting, pregnancy scare, relationships, Support

Are you tired of real-life drama and looking for a place to escape? Look no further than our Minecraft server! Join us for a wild ride filled with pixelated adventures and crazy shenanigans.

Imagine this: you log on to our server and find yourself in a world where anything is possible. Build a castle, ride a pig, or even battle a dragon – the choice is yours! But wait, there’s more!

Join now and you’ll have the chance to participate in our exclusive “Implantation Bleeding Quest.” That’s right, we’ve got bleeding toilets, negative pregnancy tests, and emotional turmoil galore. Who needs real-life problems when you can have virtual ones on our server?

So come on, join us and let’s make some memories together. Who knows, you might even find yourself questioning your own life choices in the process. Don’t miss out on the fun – join our Minecraft server today!

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	110/900	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.0 / 5
Ghost Miner’s Tools Found:	1	Haunted Forests Traversed:	2
Talking Trees Consulted:	2	Tesseract Cubes Discovered:	1
Soul Swords Wielded:	2	Wizards Turned into Frogs:	2
Dark Rituals Completed:	1	Rainbows Spotted:	4
Celestial Gardens Planted:	5	Astral Orbs Gathered:	10

Random Fact: Surprising But True: The last rainstorm ended with a double rainbow and a pot of gold—it’s now a community treasure.

TurkeyCraft DishDrama

brothers, Canadian Thanksgiving, city, Cooking, DishDrama, DISHES, EXCUSE, Expectations, family, flights, guests, Help, hot tub, Nephews, nieces, passive aggressive, Socialize, step-grandma, stupid reason, Thanksgiving, TurkeyCraft, youngest

Looking for a Minecraft server where you won’t be the only one doing the dishes? Look no further! Join our server and never worry about being the only one expected to help out again. Our community is all about sharing the load, whether it’s fighting off creepers or washing dishes in the virtual world.

Plus, we have a special event every year where we reenact the Canadian Thanksgiving feast, complete with passive aggressive step-grandmas and bland food that you’ll have to pretend to enjoy. But hey, at least you won’t be the only one stuck doing the dishes afterwards!

So come join us for a hilarious and slightly dysfunctional Minecraft experience. Who knows, maybe you’ll even find a virtual hot tub to relax in while everyone else is stuck scrubbing plates. It’s a wild ride, but definitely worth it for the laughs and memories.

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	99/1000	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Zeus’s Thunderbolts Captured:	3	Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	6
Whispering Shadows Heard:	5	Magical Familiars Summoned:	4
Vampire Cloaks Sewn:	3	Mythical Creatures Tamed:	2
Crops Grown:	7572	Dragon Hoards Looted:	3
Starry Nights Enjoyed:	46	Dimension Hops:	2

Random Fact: Did you hear? A player once rode a unicorn straight into a dimension hop, and they haven’t stopped laughing since.

ToxicSocietyGlorify – Minecraft SMP

beauty standards, body image, celebrity culture, competitiveness, consumerism, Fame, instant gratification, materialism, Minecraft, perfectionism, Popularity, power, smp, social media influencers, social status, success at all costs, Superficiality, toxic masculinity, ToxicSocietyGlorify, unrealistic expectations, validation, wealth, workaholism

Are you tired of society glorifying things like toxic masculinity and materialism? Well, do we have the perfect escape for you! Join our Minecraft SMP where the only thing we glorify is building epic structures and trolling your friends with hilarious pranks.

Our server is like a magical land where toxic behavior is banned and creativity reigns supreme. We once had a player who built a giant toilet in the middle of the town square just for laughs, and it became a tourist attraction! Who knew poop could be so popular?

So if you’re ready to escape the toxicity of society and dive into a world where the only thing toxic is the occasional creeper explosion, then join us on our Minecraft SMP today! Trust us, you won’t regret it.

Updated October 13, 2024

Players:	104/300	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Dimension-Hopping Bunnies Found:	1	Cryptic Prophecies Deciphered:	1
Unique Catgirls Spotted:	2	Emeralds Found:	4387
Chaos Emeralds Discovered:	5	Mysterious Obelisks Activated:	4
Unicorn Sightings:	1	Celestial Beings Befriended:	4
Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	1	Divine Spears Created:	17

Random Fact: Legendary Tale: A phantom knight once handed over a magical scroll in exchange for a cup of tea—how polite!