Starbound | New Minecraft Servers 2025

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Players:	93/400	Votes:	8501
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Heroic Deeds Celebrated:	14	Tesseract Cubes Discovered:	1
Farms Harvested:	188	Omnipotent Charms Created:	3
Phantom Horses Ridden:	1	Emeralds Found:	5638
Cosmic Hamsters Found:	4	Celestial Crowns Worn:	2
Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	2	Reality Distortions Fixed:	1
Reality-Warping Charms Crafted:	1	Chaos Orbs Controlled:	17
Eldritch Scrolls Read:	6	Alternate Realities Explored:	1

New Minecraft Servers

🌌 Welcome to Starbound! 🌌

Are you ready to embark on an interstellar adventure? Join Starbound, an economy SMP with a unique space theme, where the stars are just the beginning of your journey!

🌠 Server Features 🌠

prosper!Crates: Unlock exciting rewards

💬 Join Our Community 💬

At Starbound, we believe in creating a friendly and inclusive atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to Minecraft, you’ll find a place here. Our community is built on mutual respect, cooperation, and fun.

🔗 Connect with Us 🔗

Server IP: play.mcstarbound.usServer Version: 1.20.6Discord: Join Our Discord! (Join us for updates, support, and to meet fellow players!)

Embark on your space-bound journey today! The cosmos is calling, and we can’t wait to see what you’ll create in Starbound. 🚀

play.mcstarbound.us

CootMC

alliances, Bosses, Brewery, Challenges, Character, CootMC, Dungeon, Economy, Kingdom, Leaderboards, Medieval, mobs, music discs, Perks, Quests, Rewards, Roleplay, Skills, smp, TOWN, Trading, Wars

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Players:	91/300	Votes:	5871
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Ethereal Dreams Experienced:	28	Glitched Entities Encountered:	0
Nightmare Scenarios Survived:	3	Haunted Mirrors Gazed Into:	2
Legendary Armor Sets Assembled:	22	Magical Beanstalks Grown:	3
Void Gems Collected:	29	Goblin Armies Outwitted:	7
Dragons Tamed:	3	Eldritch Scrolls Read:	3
Doomsday Clocks Constructed:	1	Hidden Passages Discovered:	8
Enchanted Armories Found:	9	Friendship Bracelets Exchanged:	44

CootMC Minecraft Server Overview

Feature	Description
Custom Dungeon	Team up with friends to fight mobs and bosses for rewards
Roleplay System	Create unique characters and work for your town
Player-run Economy	Trade in gold and items with other players
Skill Levelling System	Track and improve your skills for unique perks
Quests System	Complete challenges for special rewards
Other Features	Custom music discs and brewery

FAQs

Q: How do I join the server?

A: You can join the server on Java version 1.21 and also join our Discord for more information.

Q: Are there any rules on the server?

A: Yes, we have rules in place to ensure a fair and enjoyable experience for all players. Please refer to our Discord or server information for more details.

Q: Can I create my own kingdom on the server?

A: Yes, you can create your own medieval kingdom, start wars, make enemies, and forge alliances on our custom fantasy map.

Q: Are there regular events on the server?

A: Yes, we host regular events such as dungeon runs, PvP tournaments, and special quests for all players to participate in.

TinyCraft – Spanish Indie 1.21.1

1.21.1, Bait, Chuubas, clean thread, Community, Corpos, discussion, ESmol, ESpanish, Favorite, Garbage, ignoring, Independent creators, indie, offtopic, Reporting, Small, Spanish, spanish language, Spanish-speaking, tinycraft, virtual youtubers, Vtubers

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Players:	96/400	Votes:	6125
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Backwards Speech Heard:	6	Quantum Bards Serenaded:	4
Buildings Constructed:	30	Enchantments Applied:	152
Reality Warps Survived:	1	Lunar Eclipses Witnessed:	1
Ancient Dragons Awakened:	0	New Chunks Explored:	306930
Phantom Blocks Placed:	8	Powerful Allies Recruited:	3
Curse of Binding Applied:	4	Teleportation Mishaps:	4
Runic Tablets Deciphered:	44	Players Killed by Monsters:	3016

Yo, bros and broettes, come join this epic Minecraft server where we talk about our fave Spanish-speaking smol indie vtubers! Like, forget about those big chuubas and corpos, they ain’t welcome here. We keep it real with the underground virtual YouTubers, ya feel me? So, if you wanna be part of the coolest community on the block, hit up this server and let’s chat about our vtuber obsessions together. Don’t let the haters bring us down, let’s keep this thread clean and ignore all the bait and offtopic garbage. Let’s show ’em how we do it in the virtual world!

GraveGamer Minecraft SMP

Afterlife, burial, cemetery, commemoration, death, epitaph, ETERNAL, Farewell, final wishes, GraveGamer, gravestone, Inscription, last words, Legacy, memorial, memorialization, Minecraft, mortality, Remembrance, resting place, smp, Tombstone, Tribute

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Players:	110/1000	Votes:	2822
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Talking Trees Consulted:	4	Alien Abductions:	3
Reality-Bending Puzzles Solved:	4	Enchantments Applied:	66
Ancient Dragons Awakened:	1	Reality Distortions Fixed:	1
Storm Giants Negotiated With:	1	Zeus’s Thunderbolts Captured:	1
Glitched Entities Encountered:	1	Shadow Realms Conquered:	0
Secret Guilds Joined:	4	Flesh-Eating Plants Grown:	4
Forbidden Doors Opened:	1	Ender Dragon Reincarnations:	2

Lol, ok so like, imagine this Minecraft server where we all just like, build stuff and blow stuff up and have epic battles with mobs and stuff. It’s like, the wildest ride you’ll ever go on in Minecraft, bro. And get this, if you die, you get to have a custom gravestone with a hilarious message on it. Like, mine would say “Here lies Bob, died trying to ride a pig off a cliff.” Haha, classic Bob, amirite? So yeah, if you wanna join this crazy fun server where anything goes and the only rule is to have a good time, then come on down and join us! We can’t wait to see what kind of shenanigans you’ll get up to.

PixelPrideCraft

Accomplishments.., Achievements, best work, Development, memorable experiences., Milestones, noteworthy milestones, personal achievements, personal growth, PixelPrideCraft, platform achievements, platform success, progress, proud accomplishments, proud achievements, proud moments, self improvement, self reflection, significant progress, standout moments, success stories

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Players:	91/800	Votes:	101
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Invisible Pathways Walked:	8	Legendary Scepters Created:	3
Meteor Showers Witnessed:	2	Horror Stories Survived:	2
Ender Chest Mysteries Uncovered:	2	Mystic Mirrors Unlocked:	1
Curse of Binding Applied:	2	Cursed Gauntlets Discovered:	6
Reality Distortions Fixed:	2	Demon Skulls Collected:	41
Rune Stones Activated:	11	Crystal Palaces Visited:	1
Undead Armies Raised:	2	Legendary Heroes Trained:	5

Oh, let me tell you about the time I built a giant statue of a potato riding a llama on this server! It was a masterpiece, truly a work of art. And the best part? The llama was actually shooting lasers from its eyes. It was epic.

But that’s not all this server has to offer. We have a secret underground city filled with talking chickens who give out quests for diamonds. And if you’re lucky, you might stumble upon the legendary diamond sword that can turn your enemies into fluffy bunnies.

So come join us on this wacky, wild, and downright weird Minecraft server. Who knows what crazy adventures await you? Just be prepared to laugh, cry, and maybe even question your sanity. But hey, that’s all part of the fun, right?

DoggoCraft Minecraft Server

accident, Airline Mishap, American Airlines, animal companion, Army Helicopter, aviation incident, canine companion, Delayed Departure, dog, DoggoCraft, Figure Skater, Flight Cancellation, flight disruption, Military Collision, Minecraft, missed flight, pet owner, Server, Transportation Troubles, Travel Delay, travel woes, unexpected circumstances, unforeseen events

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Players:	97/300	Votes:	630
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Magical Familiars Summoned:	2	Corrupted Trees Chopped:	1
Eerie Music Discs Played:	1	Villages Defended:	20
Endless Minecart Rides Taken:	6	Endermen Teleportation Errors:	1
Quantum Bards Serenaded:	5	Eclipse Rings Activated:	2
Phoenix Feathers Found:	6	Unicorn Parades Witnessed:	3
Teleportation Mishaps:	2	Chimeras Created:	2
Celestial Events Witnessed:	5	Crops Grown:	9403

so, like, imagine this: a figure skater, right, he like, misses his flight because his dog, like, ate his boarding pass or something, and then, BAM, that flight he missed, it like, collides with an army helicopter. crazy, right? well, that figure skater, he like, tells his story on our minecraft server, and you can, like, hear all about it while building epic castles and battling dragons. join now for the most insane stories and the best minecraft gameplay ever!

CraftyCreeperGriefers

anti-semitism, CraftyCreeperGriefers, Destruction, germany, hate crime, historical vandalism, History, Holocaust, Holocaust education, Holocaust remembrance, Jewish history, memorial, Memorial Defacement, memorial site, Monument, Nazi regime, Remembrance, Tragedy, vandalized, war memorial, world war II

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Players:	101/600	Votes:	8946
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Wyrmholes Dug:	2	Soulbound Rings Equipped:	7
Reality Warps Survived:	2	Magic Items Found:	7151
Meteor Showers Witnessed:	3	Gryphons Tamed:	3
Lost Souls Rescued:	6	Endless Night Skies:	4
World-Altering Spells Cast:	1	Legendary Titles Earned:	1
Endermen Teleportation Errors:	0	Giant Mushrooms Cultivated:	8
Legendary Scepters Created:	6	Unsolvable Puzzles Solved:	1

Yo, so like, dis server is da bomb diggity, ya know? We got unicorns flyin’ around and rainin’ skittles, it’s cray cray! Plus, we got dis epic story where da Holocaust Memorial in Germany got vandalized… by a gang of evil chickens! Yeah, you heard me right, CHICKENS! So if you wanna join in on da wackiness and chaos, come on down to our server and let’s have a blast together! Peace out, homies!

TeaTime SMP

Builders, Characters, custom character creation, custom races, Datapacks, Discord, Events, Farmers, LGBTQ, Minecraft enjoyers, perfect server, Plugins, REDSTONERS, relaxed rules, shopping districts, smp, story line, Teatime, Vanilla, voice chat, Whitelist

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Players:	90/400	Votes:	8621
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Infernal Machines Built:	1	Mythical Relics Collected:	9
Magical Moments Shared:	8	Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	3
Spontaneous Duels Fought:	5	Gryphons Tamed:	1
Immortal Potions Brewed:	15	Cursed Villages Purged:	2
Paranormal Events Investigated:	2	Starry Nights Enjoyed:	24
Endless Staircases Climbed:	0	Enchantments Applied:	232
Villages Defended:	19	Magic Crystals Found:	6

Version	1.21.4
Discord	https://discord.gg/qMjyJaQRhm

Tea Time SMP is a Minecraft server filled with game enhancing plugins and events for players to enjoy. The server is opening for the first time on 1/04/25, welcoming all kinds of players to join in the fun.

Server Specialty:

Fun and Engaging Datapacks
Fun and Engaging Plugins
9 Custom races to choose from
Shopping Districts
Unique and Engaging Events
An Intriguing storyline any player can join
Custom Character Creation

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. How can I join the Tea Time SMP server?

To join the server, you can apply now on our Discord server at the provided link.

2. What types of players are you looking for?

We welcome all kinds of players, including redstoners, builders, farmers, and more.

3. Are donations required to play on the server?

Donations are not required, but those who choose to support the server can receive roleplay bonuses in-game.

4. Is the server LGBTQ+ friendly?

Yes, we are LGBTQ+ friendly and welcome players aged 17 and above.

5. What makes Tea Time SMP unique?

We offer a variety of custom races to choose from, a shopping district, engaging events, an intriguing storyline, and custom character creation.

6. Are there voice chat requirements on the server?

We have proximity voice chat available, but players are not required to talk if they prefer not to.

7. Where can I find the server rules?

You can find the server rules on our Discord server for reference.

Eternal Quests 1.20.2

1.20.2, addiction, Boredom, coping, coping strategies, crawling out of my skin, Degenerate, degenerate topics, Discord, dull, esex addiction, ETERNAL, feeling, Help, meaningless, Mind, normal, normalfag, Quests, random people, sad, Suffering

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Players:	105/600	Votes:	6403
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Warlock Pacts Sealed:	1	Goblin Markets Raided:	4
New Chunks Explored:	378593	Chimeras Created:	1
Ender Chest Mysteries Uncovered:	4	Phantom Blocks Placed:	6
Lava Oceans Crossed:	1	Wizards Turned into Frogs:	1
Heroic Oaths Sworn:	5	Cuddly Creatures Pet:	36
Mystical Amulets Crafted:	19	Legendary Titles Earned:	2
Endermen Teleportation Errors:	4	Chaos Emeralds Discovered:	6

Are you tired of being a normie loser with no friends? Do you crave the sweet release of degeneracy and chaos? Join our Minecraft server and escape the clutches of boredom! We have a community of weirdos, misfits, and degenerates just like you, ready to talk about the most messed up stuff imaginable. Say goodbye to normalfag life and hello to a world of endless fun and insanity. Embrace the darkness and join us in our quest for eternal weirdness. Don’t be a boring loser, come join the madness today!

BloodyCraft Minecraft Server

aita, Blood, BloodyCraft, Boyfriend, Communication, Confrontation, cramps, EMBARRASSMENT, Friends, menstruation, Minecraft, Nickname, Period, period accidents, period shame, period stigma, period talk, relationship, Server, shame, Shaming, SHEETS, Support

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Players:	96/400	Votes:	5275
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Dragon Eggs Hatched:	2	Crystal Wands Charged:	17
Ancient Guardians Awoken:	2	Cursed Villages Purged:	1
Cursed Artifacts Uncovered:	4	Hidden Passages Discovered:	7
Time-Traveling Monkeys Met:	0	Forbidden Relics Collected:	9
Endless Mazes Conquered:	2	Meteorite Armor Created:	21
Animals Bred:	190	Eternal Flames Captured:	4
Ender Dragon Reincarnations:	3	Mines Excavated:	2149

Join our Minecraft server for a wild ride filled with unexpected twists and turns! We promise you won’t experience any cramps here, but you might just end up with a red spot on your virtual sheets if you’re not careful. Our players are known for their creativity, humor, and ability to turn any situation into a hilarious meme.

Once you join, you’ll be welcomed with open arms and maybe even a silly nickname or two. Who wouldn’t want to be part of a community where everyone is encouraged to be their wackiest selves? So come on over and join the fun – just make sure to pack some extra virtual pads in case things get a little messy! Remember, in this world, anything can happen, so buckle up and get ready for a rollercoaster of laughs and good times.

CraftyCoupleRifts

Apology, Appearance, career panel, clarification, Communication, Conflict Resolution, constructive criticism, CraftyCoupleRifts, Empathy, fashion, high school, husband, judgment, Marriage, Miscommunication., misunderstanding, Reassurance, relationship, self esteem, Support, Wife

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Players:	90/200	Votes:	4809
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Wailing Winds Heard:	4	Ancient Relics Unearthed:	70
Cursed Swords Broken:	1	Enchanted Tomes Discovered:	70
Phantom Ships Sailed:	1	Royal Courts Attended:	0
Legendary Heroes Trained:	7	Haunted Redstone Contraptions Built:	1
Rainbows Spotted:	5	Haunted Forests Traversed:	2
Demonic Pacts Formed:	1	Immortal Anvils Forged:	12
Immortal Potions Brewed:	13	Glorious Feasts Held:	19

Looking for a Minecraft server that will make you feel better about your fashion choices? Look no further than our server! We promise not to judge you based on your outfit, but only on how well you can build a pixelated castle. Join us for a fun and supportive community where we value creativity over couture. Plus, we have a special “Mismatched Monday” event where the wackiest outfit wins a prize! Don’t let your fashion faux pas hold you back, come join us and show off your building skills instead. Remember, in our world, blocks matter more than blazers!

ChildhoodNostalgia – Minecraft SMP

activities, Behavior, Carefree, childhood experiences, childhood habit, childhood joy, childhood memories, childhood past, childhood rituals, ChildhoodNostalgia, comfort, Familiar, habits, Innocence, Minecraft, Nostalgia, pastimes, playfulness, reminiscent, Reminiscing, Routine, Simplicity, smp, tradition

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Players:	103/600	Votes:	1085
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Haunted Chests Opened:	5	Ghost Miner’s Tools Found:	4
Invisible Pathways Walked:	3	Cursed Diamonds Mined:	1
Celestial Beings Befriended:	2	Reality Warps Survived:	1
Star Shards Collected:	249	Shadow Figures Spotted:	2
Lava Oceans Crossed:	3	Immortal Potions Brewed:	15
Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	12	Heroic Deeds Celebrated:	10
Whimsical Tea Parties Held:	13	Dark Rituals Completed:	3

LOL, okay so like this Minecraft SMP is like the best thing ever, you gotta join because we have a secret underground base where we keep all the rarest blocks and diamonds. And get this, we have a pet creeper named Bob who likes to blow up stuff for fun but he’s totally harmless, trust me.

Oh and did I mention we have a secret society of chickens who are plotting to take over the server? Yeah, they wear tiny little top hats and monocles, it’s hilarious. Plus, we have a roller coaster made entirely out of slime blocks that will make you puke rainbows, it’s wild.

But the best part is our annual llama race where we all ride llamas dressed as pirates and race through obstacle courses, it’s a total blast. So if you wanna join in on the madness, come on over and let’s have a wacky time together!

MineCrafty Morning Routines

bedtime routine, cleanliness, daily routine, health benefits of showering, minecrafty, morning, morning person, morning routine, morning shower, morning shower benefits, night owl, night shower, night shower benefits, personal hygiene, Relaxation, Routines, self-care, shower habits, shower preferences, showering habits, sleep hygiene, wake up routine, wind down routine

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Players:	93/1000	Votes:	5584
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Moonlit Rituals Performed:	1	Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	1
Meteorite Armor Created:	25	Unholy Rituals Interrupted:	2
Inescapable Mazes Solved:	3	Hedge Mazes Navigated:	10
Reality Distortions Fixed:	3	Cursed Amulets Found:	0
Godly Talismans Bestowed:	17	Dimension-Hopping Bunnies Found:	2
Flesh-Eating Plants Grown:	2	Frozen Fortresses Conquered:	4
Starry Nights Enjoyed:	23	Wilderness Tamed:	10

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

Join us if you shower in the morning because our server is so hot, you’ll need to cool off with a refreshing waterfall plunge every time you log on. Plus, our pixelated pigs are known for their impeccable hygiene and love to join you in the shower for a sing-along!

But if you’re a night-time showerer, fear not! Our server is so full of surprises and mysteries that you’ll be up all night exploring and uncovering hidden treasures. And rumor has it, if you shower at midnight while playing on our server, you’ll be transported to a secret realm where creepers wear top hats and zombies dance the cha-cha.

So whether you’re a morning showerer or a night owl, our server is the place to be for non-stop laughs, adventure, and maybe even a little soap in the eyes (ouch!). Join us today and experience Minecraft like never before!

CraftyRight Minecraft Server

Angela Merkel, CDU party, chancellor, Coalition, conservative party, controversy, cooperation, CraftyRight, criticism, disagreement, far-right politics, German far-right, germany, Government, leadership, mainstream politics, Merkel, Minecraft, opposition, political party, Politics, right wing, Server

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Players:	97/400	Votes:	1955
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Astral Orbs Gathered:	10	Time Loop Anomalies Resolved:	2
Chaos Orbs Controlled:	7	Warlock Pacts Sealed:	0
Teleportation Mishaps:	3	Wyrmholes Dug:	2
Ancient Guardians Awoken:	3	Arcane Towers Raised:	3
Heavenly Choirs Heard:	5	Glorious Feasts Held:	13
Cursed Biomes Uncovered:	5	Astral Staffs Crafted:	12
Whimsical Tea Parties Held:	15	Werewolf Howls Heard:	5

so, like, u know how u always wanted to play on a minecraft server that is like, totally wild and crazy? well, u gotta join this server, cuz it’s like, the most insane place ever!

u won’t believe the shenanigans that go down on this server. we got pigs flying, creepers doing the macarena, and villagers breakdancing in the streets. it’s a total party all the time!

plus, we got the best mods in town. like, seriously, these mods will blow ur mind. we got a mod that turns all the chickens into mini superheroes, and another mod that makes all the trees grow rainbow leaves. it’s like a psychedelic dream come true!

and don’t even get me started on the secret underground base we found. rumor has it, there’s a portal to a parallel universe down there. who knows what kind of crazy adventures await us on the other side?

so, if u wanna join a minecraft server that’s off the charts bonkers, then u gotta come hang with us. trust me, u won’t regret it. just watch out for the dancing skeletons – they’ve got some killer moves!

LevyLiberationCraft

abduction, Captivity, Conflict, Defense, gaza, Hamas, Hostage, idf, Israel, killing, LevyLiberationCraft, MIDDLE EAST, military operation, Naama Levy, Oct 7, RETALIATION, security forces, Terrorism, Terrorist, violence, WARFARE

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Players:	109/200	Votes:	1903
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Eldritch Scrolls Read:	5	Evil Twin Fights:	5
Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	1	Endless Night Skies:	4
Cursed Diamonds Mined:	4	Nightmare Scenarios Survived:	1
Unholy Rituals Interrupted:	2	Cursed Lands Purified:	9
Forgotten Legends Remembered:	5	Eldritch Medallions Worn:	11
Mysterious Portals Opened:	11	Talking Trees Consulted:	1
Hidden Sanctuaries Discovered:	3	Dimension Hops:	5

come join our epic minecraft server where we take down terrorists like it’s nobody’s business! we even have IDF soldiers playing with us, taking out bad guys left and right. one time, we saw a Hamas terrorist trying to drag poor Naama Levy to captivity, but we swooped in and saved the day! if you want non-stop action and excitement, join us now! who knows what crazy adventures await you on our server!

Crafty Science Quests

academic journals, academic publishing, collaboration, Crafty, data analysis, dissemination, evidence based, Healthcare, innovation, knowledge sharing, Medical research, peer review, public health, publish findings, Quests, research, scholarly communication, Science, Scientific community, scientific discovery, scientific integrity, Scientific progress

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Players:	96/900	Votes:	4890
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Cursed Biomes Uncovered:	9	Chimeras Created:	3
Powerful Allies Recruited:	2	Enchanted Weapons Reforged:	3
Dimensional Rifts Closed:	4	Magic Wands Crafted:	14
Cursed Villages Purged:	2	Sunfire Helmets Forged:	3
Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	3	Infinite Doors Opened:	2
Living Shadows Defeated:	4	Wyrmholes Dug:	9
Dark Rituals Completed:	5	Unicorn Sightings:	0

hey u, yes u! r u tired of boring ol’ minecraft servers with no pizzazz? well, do i have the server for u! come join us on the most epic minecraft server in the universe (literally)! why should u join, u ask? well, lemme tell u a lil story.

once upon a time, there was a minecraft server where the pigs could talk, the creepers could dance, and the diamonds were endless. u could build ur own castle made entirely of cake, ride on a unicorn through fields of rainbows, and battle evil zombies with nothing but a rubber ducky. sounds crazy, right? well, that’s just a typical day on our server.

but wait, there’s more! not only do we have all the usual minecraft stuff like survival, creative, and minigames, but we also have a secret underground lab where u can conduct experiments on mutant chickens, create potions that turn u into a flying pig, and even discover the cure for zombie-ism. who needs real science when u have minecraft science, are we right?

so what are u waiting for? join us on the most insane, hilarious, and downright wacky minecraft server out there. public health may be at risk, but who cares when u can ride a llama into battle against an army of evil bunnies? come join us now and let the madness begin!