PreciousPickle Minecraft SMP | New Minecraft Servers 2025

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Players:	107/700	Votes:	289
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	1	Orbs of Power Found:	4
Magical Moments Shared:	16	Forbidden Relics Collected:	4
Alternate Realities Explored:	5	Celestial Crowns Worn:	2
Time-Warping Watches Found:	2	Chimeras Created:	4
Reality-Warping Charms Crafted:	2	Endless Staircases Climbed:	3
Heavenly Choirs Heard:	2	Eternal Flames Captured:	5
Spectral Entities Defeated:	7	Buildings Constructed:	41

New Minecraft Servers

Yo yo yo, listen up fam! Are you tired of boring old Minecraft servers with no pizzazz? Well do I have the server for you! This server is like a magical unicorn flying through a rainbow made of diamonds and emeralds. It’s like a party in your pants but everyone’s invited!

Join our server and you’ll be blessed with the power of 1000 enchanted golden apples! That’s right, you’ll be able to punch a tree and it’ll turn into a diamond castle. And don’t even get me started on the mobs – they all wear top hats and monocles and speak in British accents.

But wait, there’s more! If you join our server, you’ll be entered into a raffle to win a real-life pet creeper. Imagine walking down the street with your new explosive buddy, blowing up buildings and causing chaos wherever you go. It’s the ultimate power move.

So what are you waiting for? Join our server today and experience the insanity for yourself. Trust me, you won’t regret it. And if you do, well, at least you’ll have a pet creeper to keep you company.

Mooshland

1.21.3, Chest sho, Chest Shops, Community Even, Community Events, Custom Ite, Custom Items, Earth, hey there, Java 1.21.3+, jo, Jobs, Live M, Live Map, MooshLand, per, Perks, Survival, tow, Towny, Vanilla

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Players:	109/600	Votes:	820
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Forgotten Legends Remembered:	6	Celestial Dragons Tamed:	3
Evil Twin Fights:	5	Starry Nights Enjoyed:	30
Ghost Trains Ridden:	2	Mystical Artifacts Crafted:	17
Dragons Tamed:	1	Doomsday Clocks Constructed:	1
Ores Mined:	5081	Magic Wands Crafted:	11
Blood Moons Survived:	1	Lost Souls Rescued:	3
World-Altering Spells Cast:	2	Infinite Doors Opened:	3

Mooshland Server Overview

Feature	Description
Towny	Create your own towns and nations on Earth
Jobs	Earn money by playing Vanilla Minecraft with a simplified job system
Perks	Earn perks with in-game currency for quality-of-life improvements
Live Map	Online interactive map showing your location on Earth
Chest Shops	Buy and sell with other players through interactive chest shops
Custom Items	Three sets of tools and armor to improve gameplay efficiency
Community Events	Stay updated with upcoming events and rewards

FAQ

Question	Answer
What version does Mooshland run on?	Mooshland runs on Java 1.21.3
How can I join the server?	Type /help after joining the server with the IP: mooshland.com
Are there any restrictions on building towns or nations?	No, players are free to create their own communities on Earth
Can I trade with other players?	Yes, through interactive chest shops for buying and selling items
Is there a limit to the number of perks I can earn?	No, players can earn multiple perks with in-game currency

Flare’s Tranquil Haven 1.21.3

1.21.3, attention seeking, attention seeking behavior, bad behavior, cover, DISRESPECTFUL, disruptive, disruptive behavior, drama queen, entitled, flare’s tantrums, flares, free shit, friendship, Haven, holomems, out of control, Problematic, problematic behavior, Rein, self-centered, spoiled, TOXIC, Tranquil

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Players:	93/200	Votes:	4473
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Mystery Villagers Spotted:	4	Moonlit Rituals Performed:	6
Cosmic Entities Communed With:	2	Dragon Eggs Found:	6135
Lava Oceans Crossed:	3	Crops Grown:	5247
Meteor Showers Witnessed:	1	Magic Items Found:	7634
Living Statues Befriended:	2	Shadow Daggers Crafted:	16
Dragon Eggs Found:	9059	Dragon Eggs Hatched:	3
Rune Stones Activated:	2	Forbidden Relics Collected:	6

Come join our Minecraft server where we have players throwing tantrums like Flare! Get free stuff from other players just to avoid their drama. Who needs enemies when you have friends like these? We need someone to rein in the chaos, but until then, let the madness ensue! Join now for a wild ride of confusion and questionable friendships!

HairCraftVacay

Afro Caribbean, Appointment, Communication, cultural adaptation, Cultural awareness, Cultural differences, DUBAI, Frustration, Google Searches, hair care, HairCraftVacay, Marriage, misunderstandings, Saudi Arabia, self-care, social media, stylist, Time management, vacation, vacation activities, vacation planning

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Players:	94/700	Votes:	819
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Wyrmholes Dug:	7	Mythical Relics Collected:	12
Lava Oceans Crossed:	3	Ghost Miner’s Tools Found:	5
Spectral Entities Defeated:	1	Shadow Cloaks Sewn:	4
Magical Beanstalks Grown:	3	Shadow Realms Conquered:	2
Emeralds Found:	2264	Vanishing Items Found:	3
Dimensional Rifts Closed:	0	Reality-Bending Puzzles Solved:	4
Elemental Temples Cleansed:	1	Endless Legions Commanded:	37

Welcome to our Minecraft server, where you can escape the drama of real life and immerse yourself in a world of blocky adventures!

Join us and leave behind the woes of bad hair days in Saudi Arabia – we have virtual Afro salons with stylists who will never keep you waiting for 7 hours! Plus, our virtual husbands are always understanding and supportive, even if your hair takes a little longer to style than expected.

Embark on quests, build magnificent structures, and make new friends who won’t ignore you just because of a bad hair day. Trust us, this server is the ultimate vacation destination where you can be the hero of your own story without any judgment. So, what are you waiting for? Join now and let the fun begin!

LuxuryLootsMinecraftSMP

affluent, comfort, exclusive, Extravagant, extravagant lifestyle, high end, indulgence, Lavish, Loaded, luxury, luxury brands, luxury experiences, luxury goods, Luxury items, luxury living, luxury travel, LuxuryLootsMinecraftSMP, Opulent, Premium, Upscale, wealth

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Players:	105/800	Votes:	6616
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Volcanoes Explored:	1	Friendship Bracelets Exchanged:	31
Ether Blades Crafted:	6	Infinity Stones Found:	6
Heroic Oaths Sworn:	22	Pockets of Chaos Discovered:	2
Dragons Adopted as Pets:	3	Shadow Cloaks Sewn:	5
Ores Mined:	3866	Whispering Shadows Heard:	0
Undead Armies Raised:	5	Forbidden Relics Collected:	7
Mysterious Obelisks Activated:	2	Soul Swords Wielded:	3

Bro, let me tell you about this epic Minecraft SMP server you gotta join. Like, seriously, it’s lit AF. We got diamonds for days, bro. Like, you’ll be swimming in diamonds, I swear. And the best part? We have a secret underground club where we throw parties with villagers and pigs. It’s wild, man.

But wait, there’s more. We have a roller coaster that goes through a lava lake. It’s like, the most intense ride ever. And don’t even get me started on our pet zombie army. They’re so cute, you’ll wanna take them home with you.

Oh, and did I mention we have a secret treasure room filled with enchanted golden apples? Yeah, we’re basically living the high life on this server. So, if you wanna join and live like a Minecraft king, hit me up, bro. Trust me, you won’t regret it.

AwkwardlyLitMC

amusing, awkward, awkward moment, AwkwardlyLitMC, cringe-worthy, EMBARRASSING, Experience, funny, hindsight, humor, INSIGNIFICANT, laughable, lighthearted, logically speaking, MINOR, not that bad, perspective, social situation, trivial, UNCOMFORTABLE

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Players:	101/1000	Votes:	8482
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Curse of Binding Applied:	1	Whispering Caves Entered:	2
Treasure Maps Found:	5	Buildings Constructed:	44
Cursed Diamonds Mined:	4	Gorgon Shields Crafted:	4
Whispering Shadows Heard:	5	Soulbound Rings Equipped:	8
Inescapable Mazes Solved:	3	Magic Wands Crafted:	16
Players Killed by Monsters:	4329	Cursed Villages Purged:	4
Eldritch Scrolls Read:	4	Gods Slained:	2

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 in the most hilarious way possible!

Join our server and experience the thrill of mining diamonds while riding on the back of a giant chicken! Yes, you heard that right – our chickens are not your average farm animals, they are massive beasts ready to take you on the adventure of a lifetime.

But that’s not all! Ever wanted to battle a horde of zombie villagers armed with nothing but a carrot? Well, on our server, that’s just another Tuesday. Our zombie villagers are not your typical brainless creatures, they are trained in the art of vegetable warfare and will stop at nothing to defeat you.

So why wait? Join our server today and experience the wackiest, most outrageous Minecraft adventures you’ve ever seen. Who knows, you might even stumble upon a secret portal that leads to a dimension filled with dancing llamas and talking cacti. The possibilities are endless on our server, so come on in and let the madness begin!

Pixel Pioneers: Less Data, Same Fun

data, data accuracy, data acquisition, data analysis, data collection, data compression, data efficiency, data interpretation, data management, data optimization, data processing, data reduction, data reduction techniques, data representation, data sampling, data utilization, Fun, information loss, machine learning, Pioneers, PIXEL, sampling, signal processing, subnyquist rates

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Players:	99/900	Votes:	7687
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Cosmic Pies Baked:	8	Forbidden Grimoires Read:	1
Wailing Winds Heard:	4	Meteor Showers Witnessed:	1
Astral Staffs Crafted:	10	Crystal Caves Mapped:	8
Inescapable Mazes Solved:	3	Endless Staircases Climbed:	1
Haunted Forests Traversed:	2	Sunfire Helmets Forged:	7
Divine Relics Bestowed:	9	Galactic Jellyfish Caught:	1
Friendship Bracelets Exchanged:	40	Star Shards Collected:	74

join our epic minecraft server where the blocks are always glitching and the mobs are always dancing! we have the most epic loot drops and the craziest mini games you’ve ever seen.

imagine mining for diamonds and finding a secret portal to a land of unicorns and rainbows. or battling a giant chicken boss that shoots laser beams out of its eyes.

we also have the most advanced technology, allowing you to sample at subnyquist rates without losing any information. you’ll be getting the same accuracies with less data, all while riding a flying pig through the sky.

so come join us on our wacky adventure and experience minecraft like never before!

Lone Buzzed Quest 1.21.3

1.21.3, anxious, at peace with life, buzzed, completely detached, creative projects, dead pan depressed, full of motivation, genuinely happy, get buzzed alone, get drunk at a party, hard labor, liquid courage, lone, Quest, Relaxed, sad, SILENT

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Players:	108/400	Votes:	9976
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Heroic Oaths Sworn:	13	Shadow Wolves Tamed:	3
Enchanted Weapons Reforged:	5	Teleportation Mishaps:	1
Forbidden Grimoires Read:	2	Cursed Scrolls Read:	5
Celestial Blades Sharpened:	11	Cozy Campfires Lit:	20
Ghost Miner’s Tools Found:	6	Arcane Secrets Unlocked:	18
Immortal Anvils Forged:	11	Magic Crystals Found:	8
Haunted Forests Traversed:	4	Eldritch Scrolls Read:	6

Join this Minecraft server for the ultimate virtual party experience! Get buzzed alone in the game and feel genuinely happy and at peace with life. You’ll be so relaxed and full of motivation to do creative stuff or projects, it’s like you’re doing hard labor with ease. But wait, there’s more! Get drunk at a virtual party with other players and feel sad, silent, more anxious, and dead pan depressed. It’s like liquid courage my ass, but in Minecraft form! Join now for a wild ride of emotions and questionable life choices!

H2ORevengeCraft

alcohol, anger, Apology, Behavior, Boundaries, Communication, Confrontation, Controlling, Disrespect, dumping water, EMBARRASSMENT, FLIRTING, H2ORevengeCraft, husband, Marriage, Public, Respect, Upset

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Players:	106/500	Votes:	7187
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Frozen Fortresses Conquered:	4	Giant Mushrooms Cultivated:	3
Magic Scrolls Discovered:	8	Astral Staffs Crafted:	10
Mysterious Obelisks Activated:	2	Dragonfire Shields Forged:	5
Mines Excavated:	2350	Legendary Items Repaired:	5
Forbidden Doors Opened:	3	Time-Traveling Monkeys Met:	0
Towns Built:	4	Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	6
Magical Familiars Summoned:	1	Portal Loops Escaped:	3

Looking for a Minecraft server that’s as wild as this story? Look no further! Join our server for a chance to dump virtual water on your friends when they make fun of you! Our server is filled with unexpected twists and turns, just like the night this Reddit user had with her husband and Greg.

Experience the thrill of defending yourself against disrespectful players, all while trying to keep your cool (and your drink). Who knows, you might even end up rubbing elbows with your enemies and making jokes about how terrible of a player you are!

Join now for a chance to unleash your inner AH (Amateur Hero) and show off your skills in the most outrageous ways possible. Just remember, in our server, anything can happen – including a water fight with your husband!

Wanderlust SMP: Gorgeous Spots!

Adventure, beautiful place, breathtaking views, bucket list destination, DISCOVER, Dream destination, Explore, Gorgeous, Hidden Gem, natural beauty., paradise on earth, picturesque views, serene landscapes, smp, Spots, stunning scenery, travel, Travel Photography, unforgettable experience, vacation, Wanderlust, wanderlust vibes

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Players:	110/1000	Votes:	7463
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Wishing Wells Wished Upon:	14	Secret Passages Found:	4
Astral Mages Summoned:	3	Hedge Mazes Navigated:	11
Infinite Knowledge Scrolls Discovered:	4	Spells Gone Horribly Wrong:	9
Mythical Quests Completed:	39	New Chunks Explored:	697595
Werewolf Howls Heard:	4	Endless Minecart Rides Taken:	1
Evil Lairs Raided:	7	Dragons Adopted as Pets:	1
Ancient Guardians Awoken:	2	Gods Slained:	2

OMG guys, you have to join this Minecraft SMP, it’s like the most lit place ever! Like, imagine a world where pigs can fly and diamonds grow on trees, that’s basically what this server is like. And get this, there’s a secret underground disco party where all the creepers go to dance their hearts out. It’s like a rave, but with more explosions, you feel me?

But wait, there’s more! The admins are actually unicorns in disguise and they grant wishes to anyone who finds the hidden rainbow castle. And rumor has it, there’s a portal to a dimension made entirely of cake. Like, who wouldn’t want to live in a world where you can literally eat your way to victory?

So come join us on this epic adventure, where the only limit is your imagination (and maybe some pesky lava pits, but who’s counting?). Trust me, you won’t regret it. Plus, I heard there’s a secret treasure chest filled with enchanted golden carrots at spawn. Like, what are you waiting for? Let’s goooooo! 🌈🦄🍰 #BestSMPever

Pixel Pheromones

adolescence, age, attraction, Crush, Curiosity, Development, emotions, Experience, feelings, growing up, hormones, Interest, opposite sex, personal development, pheromones, PIXEL, puberty, reddit, relationships, Romantic, Sexuality, Women

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Players:	103/300	Votes:	106
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Vanishing Items Found:	4	Potions Brewed:	174
Ender Pearl Glitches:	1	Demonic Pacts Formed:	1
World-Altering Spells Cast:	1	Magic Scrolls Discovered:	1
Secret Passages Found:	4	Cursed Swords Broken:	1
Legendary Items Repaired:	3	Phantom Rings Equipped:	20
Infinity Stones Found:	6	Phantom Knights Defeated:	3
Reality Distortions Fixed:	3	Eternal Flames Captured:	3

Are you tired of boring old Minecraft servers where the only excitement is mining for diamonds? Well, look no further because our server is where the real action is at!

Join us and you’ll find yourself in a world where the opposite sex is the key to success. That’s right, forget about building epic structures or battling mobs, on our server, your main goal is to woo the other players and form alliances to dominate the land.

At what age did you first develop an attraction for the opposite sex? Who cares! On our server, love knows no boundaries and you’ll find yourself falling for players of all ages and backgrounds.

So come join us for a wild ride filled with romance, drama, and maybe even a little bit of heartbreak. Who knew Minecraft could be so steamy?

TibetQuakeCraft

CASUALTIES, disaster response, earthquake, Earthquake aftermath, earthquake casualties, earthquake damage, earthquake destruction, earthquake fatalities, earthquake impact, earthquake news, earthquake recovery, earthquake relief, earthquake rescue, earthquake updates, earthquake victims, emergency response, natural disaster, seismic activity, Tibet, Tibet earthquake, TibetQuakeCraft

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Players:	91/700	Votes:	9129
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Unsolvable Puzzles Solved:	5	Dragons Adopted as Pets:	2
Legendary Armor Sets Assembled:	46	Eldritch Beasts Summoned:	3
Time-Warping Watches Found:	3	Shattered Realms Restored:	0
Crystal Wands Charged:	17	Dragonfire Shields Forged:	2
Darkness Engulfments Escaped:	3	Paranormal Events Investigated:	5
Crops Grown:	3463	Rainbows Spotted:	2
Talking Trees Consulted:	4	Shadow Wolves Tamed:	1

lol come join our epic minecraft server where we cause earthquakes for fun! we have a special plugin that lets us shake things up and watch the chaos unfold. join now to experience the thrill of building while dodging falling blocks and lava pits. who needs boring old survival mode when you can have natural disasters on demand? plus, our community is so lit, you’ll never want to leave. join us now and see if you can survive the madness!

Chocolate Factory Showdown

business acumen, Chocolate, chocolate business, chocolate competition, Chocolate Factory, chocolate industry, chocolate maker, chocolate manufacturing, chocolate market, chocolate production, chocolate recipe, chocolate secrets, competitors, FACTORY, Guardians, Kids, showdown, trade secrets, willy wonka, Willy Wonka’s factory, Wonka

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Players:	103/800	Votes:	1114
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Fairy Circles Danced In:	4	Astral Orbs Gathered:	16
Meteorite Armor Created:	15	Quantum Bards Serenaded:	3
Eldritch Beasts Summoned:	1	Soul Swords Wielded:	5
Twisted Realms Survived:	2	Demonic Pacts Formed:	0
Spells Gone Horribly Wrong:	3	Sentient Weapons Trained:	2
Phantom Blocks Placed:	2	Dragon Eggs Found:	3123
Evil Twin Fights:	1	Sunfire Helmets Forged:	3

come join our minecraft server, where we have more secrets than willy wonka’s chocolate factory! we got 10 strangers, 4 kids and 5 guardians, all fighting to win the ultimate prize… but what is the prize, you ask? well, let’s just say it involves unlimited diamonds, enchanted golden apples, and a pet dragon that farts rainbows.

our server is like a twisted version of charlie and the chocolate factory, but instead of oompa loompas, we have creepers singing catchy tunes while exploding in your face. and forget about finding a golden ticket, here you gotta find a nether portal hidden in a maze of lava pits and zombie pigmen.

so if you’re ready for a wild adventure filled with danger, excitement, and maybe a little bit of insanity, then come on down to our server. just watch out for that sneaky guy in the top hat… he’s always up to no good.

NEXUS

Adventure, Builder, collaboration, Communication, Community, Connections, creativity, Discord, FRIENDSHIPS, game enhancements, hermitcraft, immersive experience, interview, launch day excitement, Live Server Map, Nexus, proximity chat, quality of life mods, redstone engineer, smp, teamwork, vanilla minecraft

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Players:	96/800	Votes:	5499
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Cursed Artifacts Recovered:	8	Unseen Monsters Slain:	5
Undead Armies Raised:	5	Endless Legions Commanded:	12
Phantom Horses Ridden:	4	Epic Weapons Forged:	10
Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	1	Mythical Swords Crafted:	31
Cozy Campfires Lit:	19	Dragon Eggs Found:	5879
Cosmic Pies Baked:	10	Endermen Teleportation Errors:	4
Mythical Creatures Tamed:	2	Unholy Beasts Tamed:	2

NEXUS SMP Overview

Server Type	SMP
Launch Date	January 11, 2025
Time	12 PM Eastern
Community Focus	Hermitcraft-Inspired

Server Features

Feature	Description
Vanilla Minecraft with Quality-of-Life Mods	The best of classic Minecraft with useful tweaks
Proximity Chat	Hear and chat with players near you for immersive experience
Live Server Map	Always know your surroundings for planning builds and adventures
Game Enhancements	Subtle improvements for enhanced gameplay while maintaining vanilla feel

Requirements to Join

Requirement	Description
Mic Required	Proximity chat is core part of experience
Age	18+ Only for mature and respectful community
Minecraft Edition	Java Edition required, no cracked accounts
Fabric Version	Fabric 1.21.4 for seamless mod support

FAQ

1. What is NEXUS SMP?

NEXUS SMP is a Hermitcraft-inspired Minecraft server launching on January 11, 2025, focused on community, collaboration, and creativity.

2. How can I join?

An interview is required for potential players to ensure compatibility with the community. Join the Discord server provided in the announcement to apply.

3. Who can join NEXUS SMP?

NEXUS SMP is for players aged 18 and above with legitimate Java Edition Minecraft accounts and Fabric 1.21.4 for mod support.

Dream Connect Academy 1.20

Academy, Anime, ass showing, club hijinks., Connect, cute, dream, Irotsuku Monochrome, Kanan-sama, Komaro, naked, Namek, ramen, Seitokai, sex delusions, STUDENT, swimsuit, trap, Yowa Yowa Sensei, Yume Nekonnect, Yumene Connect

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Players:	108/900	Votes:	7034
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Eerie Music Discs Played:	5	Unique Catgirls Spotted:	8
Cursed Diamonds Mined:	5	Cursed Scrolls Read:	5
Shadow Realms Conquered:	0	Cursed Amulets Found:	0
Meteor Showers Witnessed:	1	Treasure Maps Found:	5
Powerful Allies Recruited:	2	Magic Wands Crafted:	13
Elemental Temples Cleansed:	2	Dark Rituals Completed:	6
Lost Souls Rescued:	2	Hidden Passages Discovered:	6

Yo, bro, you gotta join this Minecraft server, like, ASAP!

We got cute students getting naked, like, what even is reality anymore?

And there’s this trap eating ramen, like, who even comes up with this stuff?

Oh, and did I mention there’s an anime coming out? Like, bruh, we’re basically famous already.

Plus, there’s swimsuits and ass showing, like, it’s a party all the time on this server.

Club hijinks? More like club insanity, am I right?

Join now before you miss out on all the craziness, bro!

BroBro’s Minecraft Server

BroBros, brother, coping mechanisms, emotional distress, Events, family conflict, family dynamics, Family Events, family gatherings, family pressure, Family Support, family traditions, holidays, mental health, Minecraft, overreacting, ptsd, reconciliation, Server, sibling relationships, Trauma

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Players:	101/300	Votes:	9452
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Royal Decrees Issued:	4	Spontaneous Duels Fought:	8
Warrior Spirits Summoned:	13	Secret Passages Found:	2
Endless Mazes Conquered:	1	Cuddly Creatures Pet:	16
Cosmic Pies Baked:	3	Time Loop Anomalies Resolved:	2
Ancient Relics Unearthed:	380	Warlock Amulets Crafted:	19
Haunted Chests Opened:	2	Heroic Oaths Sworn:	10
Shadow Daggers Crafted:	13	Invisible Walls Found:	4

Are you tired of family drama ruining your Minecraft experience? Look no further! Join our server and escape the real world craziness with virtual block-building fun!

On our server, you can build your own virtual family and never have to worry about pesky siblings causing drama. No more alternating holidays or avoiding family events – just pure, uninterrupted Minecraft bliss!

Plus, with our special PTSD-friendly zones, you can relax and unwind without any triggers. Say goodbye to family arguments and hello to endless adventures in the world of Minecraft!

So why wait? Join our server now and leave the real world behind – because who needs family drama when you’ve got diamonds to mine and creepers to defeat?