The Banana Network: Where even the creepers slip on banana peels!

banana, butchery, chisel & bits, cluttered, community-driven, CREEPERS, Curseforge, discord server, Extra Dimensions, farmers delight, gaming servers, Halloween events, HANDCRAFTED, Let’s Do mods, Macaw’s mods, Network, peels, plenty more decor and block options, Slip, smp, the aether, the bumblezone

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Players:	101/900	Votes:	7459
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Soul Swords Wielded:	6	Demonic Pacts Formed:	2
Wishing Wells Wished Upon:	14	Phoenix Feathers Found:	11
Horror Stories Survived:	6	Phantom Horses Ridden:	3
Sentient Weapons Trained:	5	Wailing Winds Heard:	3
Shattered Realms Restored:	1	God-Killer Bows Constructed:	2
Mineshafts Explored:	4	Alternate Realities Explored:	4
Warlock Amulets Crafted:	11	Titanic Relics Retrieved:	5

New Minecraft Servers

The Banana Network Minecraft Server

Essential Mods
100+ Origins
Create + addons
Massive Dungeons
Armourer’s Workshop
Customizable Player Models
Farmer’s Delight + addons
Let’s Do mods
Butchery
Chisel & Bits
Macaw’s Mods
Handcrafted
Cluttered
Plenty more decor and block options

Extra Dimensions

The Aether
The Bumblezone

Modpack Link

–[ THE BANANA NETWORK ]–

Join our constantly evolving community driven by its members, and their interests. We have plenty of things to do, including our official Banana Network gaming servers. Bring your friends, or make new ones. Everyone is welcome here.

Join our Discord Server

FAQs

Question	Answer
How can I join the server?	Simply download the modpack from the provided link and follow the instructions to join The Banana Network’s Minecraft server.
Are there any special events happening on the server?	Yes, we currently have Halloween events ongoing. Join us for some spooky fun!
Can I invite my friends to play on the server?	Absolutely! Bring your friends along to enjoy the Vanilla+++ experience with you.
What sets The Banana Network server apart from others?	Our server offers a unique modpack with essential mods for customization and automation, along with extra dimensions to explore.

Eternal Quest Realm 1.20.3

1.20.3, biblical encouragement, Christian Community, christian faith, Christian fellowship, christian living, Christian Testimony, Daily Salvation Thread, divine presence, divine protection, ETERNAL, faith in God, faithfulness of God, God’s faithfulness, gods promises, overcoming challenges, perseverance, Quest, Realm, spiritual growth, spiritual strength, spiritual warfare, standing firm, trust in God

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Players:	107/400	Votes:	4258
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Paranormal Events Investigated:	1	Unicorn Parades Witnessed:	3
Zombie Dances:	1	Enchanted Forests Planted:	5
Flesh-Eating Plants Grown:	2	Spells Gone Horribly Wrong:	6
Magical Moments Shared:	20	Hidden Passages Discovered:	5
Ores Mined:	901	Corrupted Chunks Fixed:	1
Dragon Eggs Found:	2275	Ender Pearl Glitches:	2
Battle Standards Raised:	13	Cursed Taverns Survived:	2

Yo, bro, you gotta join this Minecraft server, like ASAP! Why, you ask? Well, let me tell you, it’s because God will never leave you nor forsake you on this server, man. And guess what? The players on this server are so crazy, they’ll think it’s strange if you don’t join them in their wild antics. They’ll be speaking evil of you if you’re not there, bro!

Plus, check out this sick YouTube video link I found: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J86prWCCNfQ. It’s like the anthem of this server, man. You gotta be a part of this madness, trust me. So what are you waiting for? Join now and let’s get this party started!

Eco Euthanasia: The Server

assisted suicide, controversial, Death with Dignity, Eco, Economy, end of life, end of life care, Ethics, EUTHANASIA, government regulation, Healthcare, healthcare costs, HUMAN RIGHTS, illegal, legislation, Medical Ethics, moral, patient autonomy, physician-assisted death, quality of life, Server, societal impact, voluntary euthanasia

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Players:	110/200	Votes:	8674
Rating:	4.0 / 5
Cosmic Pies Baked:	10	Flesh-Eating Plants Grown:	2
Players Killed by Monsters:	7191	God-Killer Bows Constructed:	8
Dragonfire Shields Forged:	7	Magical Moments Shared:	27
Holy Grails Found:	2	Magic Crystals Found:	6
Chimeras Created:	4	Ghostly Villagers Traded With:	1
Enchantments Applied:	280	Epic Bosses Defeated:	0
Meteorites Collected:	2	Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	1

so, like, have you ever wanted to join a minecraft server that will literally blow your mind? well, look no further cuz this server is the bomb dot com. like, seriously, joining this server will make you the coolest kid on the block.

first of all, the reason why this server is so epic is because it’s like, the only place where you can find diamonds just lying around everywhere. like, you don’t even have to mine for them, they’re just there for the taking. it’s like a diamond paradise, bro.

also, did i mention that every time you kill a zombie, it drops a real life gold nugget? yeah, you heard me right. real. life. gold. nuggets. you can use them to buy, like, a mansion or something. it’s insane.

oh, and get this – if you join this server, you automatically become best friends with Notch himself. yeah, the creator of minecraft. he’ll even come to your house for a barbecue. it’s wild, man.

so, like, what are you waiting for? join this server now and become the richest, coolest, most popular player in all of minecraft history. trust me, you won’t regret it.

VapeCrafters Dominate Twitter!

advocacy, Advocates, anti-regulatory, Big Tobacco, Discourse, DOMINATE, E-Cigarette, health risks, Industry Influence, industry ties, Misinformation, Propaganda, public health, public sentiment, Regulation, social media, study, tobacco control, tobacco policy, twitter, VapeCrafters, Vaping

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Players:	109/400	Votes:	5190
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Giant Mushrooms Cultivated:	3	Cursed Swords Broken:	3
Towns Built:	4	New Chunks Explored:	960399
Corrupted Chunks Fixed:	3	Elemental Crystals Collected:	74
Cursed Artifacts Recovered:	18	Dimensional Collapse Prevented:	0
Animals Bred:	53	Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	1
Treasure Maps Found:	4	Dark Rituals Completed:	7
Ancient Ruins Explored:	4	Heroic Oaths Sworn:	19

So, like, you wanna join this epic Minecraft server, bro? Well, let me tell ya, it’s like the wildest ride of your life! We got e-cigarette advocates runnin’ around like crazy, tryna take over the world of blocky goodness. They’re all tied to Big Tobacco, man! Can you believe it?

But don’t worry, we’re here to save the day! Join our server and help us fight off those pesky e-cigarette lovers. We’ll build the biggest, baddest structures you’ve ever seen, all while smacking down those anti-regulatory messages like they’re nothing.

So come on, join us and be a hero in this crazy, blocky world. Who knew Minecraft could be so intense, right? Let’s show those e-cigarette advocates who’s boss!

Underrated KinoCraft 1.21.2

1.21.2, Cinema, cinematic masterpiece, extremely underrated kino, film, film buffs, Film Critics, film industry, film lovers, film recommendations, Hidden Gem, Kino, KinoCraft, Movie, movie buffs, must watch, Overlooked, Underappreciated, Underrated, underrated classics, underrated films, underrated gems

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Players:	101/400	Votes:	7449
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Goblin Armies Outwitted:	6	Ender Pearl Glitches:	2
Titanic Relics Retrieved:	4	Forgotten Legends Remembered:	3
Magical Beanstalks Grown:	1	Haunted Redstone Contraptions Built:	3
Cosmic Entities Communed With:	2	Wishing Wells Wished Upon:	6
Meteor Showers Witnessed:	3	Unholy Beasts Tamed:	1
Unsolvable Puzzles Solved:	3	Gorgon Shields Crafted:	4
Magic Scrolls Discovered:	1	Unbreakable Curses Broken:	2

Yo, bro, you gotta join this Minecraft server, like ASAP! It’s like the holy grail of virtual worlds, but with a twist of madness and chaos that will make your brain explode with joy!

Picture this: you’re mining for diamonds, right? But suddenly, a herd of rainbow-colored sheep start dancing around you, dropping golden apples and chanting “Hail the almighty potato!”

And that’s just the beginning, dude! The mobs are all dressed in fancy tuxedos and tophats, and they challenge you to a dance-off instead of attacking you. It’s like a rave party in the Nether, bro!

Plus, the admins are actual wizards who can turn your wooden sword into a lightsaber or your dirt house into a freaking castle. It’s like living in a fever dream, but in the best way possible!

So, what are you waiting for? Join now and prepare to have your mind blown in the most epic and hilarious way possible! Trust me, you won’t regret it… or maybe you will, but in a good way!

MommaMIA_BlockParty

Boundaries, Communication, Confrontation, difficult conversations, Emotional Abuse, estrangement, family conflict, family dynamics, family dysfunction, forgiveness, generational trauma, healing, mental health, MommaMIA_BlockParty, personal growth, self-care, self-empowerment, setting boundaries, sibling relationships, support system, toxic relationships

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Players:	107/900	Votes:	3948
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Living Statues Befriended:	1	Gods Slained:	2
Unseen Monsters Slain:	6	Enchanted Armories Found:	9
Lunar Eclipses Witnessed:	2	Underground Cities Explored:	4
Forgotten Legends Remembered:	8	Secret Guilds Joined:	4
Whimsical Tea Parties Held:	9	Unsolvable Puzzles Solved:	1
Lava Oceans Crossed:	2	Infernal Machines Built:	1
Pirate Ships Raided:	2	Emeralds Found:	4922

Looking for a Minecraft server that will distract you from family drama? Look no further! Our server is so lit, you’ll forget all about your mom calling you every name in the book. Join us and build your dream world where you never have to deal with toxic family members again!

We have a special feature where you can block annoying players, just like you blocked your mom. And if anyone tries to guilt trip you into forgiving them, we’ll ban them faster than you can say “I’m not talking to my mom, okay?!”

Join our server and let your creativity run wild, just like your mom’s insults. Build a world where you’re the hero and your mom is just a pixelated memory. Trust us, you’ll have so much fun, you’ll forget all about family drama.

PizzaPals Minecraft SMP

anchovies, artichokes, bacon, barbecue chicken, buffalo chicken, Cheese, DELICIOUS, feta cheese, Food, garlic, jalapenos, Minecraft, mushrooms, olives, onions, Pepperoni, Pineapple, pizza, PizzaPals, SAUSAGE, smp, spinach, toppings

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Players:	103/600	Votes:	7265
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Unbreakable Curses Broken:	2	Friendship Bracelets Exchanged:	86
Cursed Taverns Survived:	2	Unholy Rituals Interrupted:	1
Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	12	Orbs of Power Found:	11
Cursed Scrolls Read:	5	Elemental Forces Harnessed:	5
Shattered Realms Restored:	2	Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	0
Immortal Potions Brewed:	7	Void Armor Forged:	18
Soul Swords Wielded:	5	Ethereal Couriers Hired:	5

OMG guys, you gotta join this epic Minecraft SMP, it’s like a pizza party but with blocks and creepers! Like, imagine riding a pig into battle against a giant pizza monster, that’s the kind of craziness you’ll find on this server. And get this, the admins are actually aliens disguised as chickens, so you never know what kind of wacky events they’ll come up with next. Plus, there’s a secret underground base filled with diamond-encrusted pizza slices, guarded by a team of ninja llamas. Trust me, you won’t find a more bonkers and fun server anywhere else. So come join us and let’s get this pizza party started! 🍕🎉 #minecraftmadness #pizzaadventures

BlockyBodyLove

BlockyBodyLove, Body appreciation, body image, body positivity, Confidence, SELF AWARENESS, self compassion, self esteem, self growth, self improvement, self love, self love practice, Self Respect, self worth, self-acceptance, self-affirmation, self-care, self-empowerment, self-forgiveness, self-love journey, self-validation

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Players:	97/800	Votes:	7582
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Endermen Teleportation Errors:	4	Volcanoes Explored:	3
Unique Catgirls Spotted:	8	Doomsday Clocks Constructed:	0
Enchanted Armories Found:	7	Evil Lairs Raided:	8
Dimensional Rifts Closed:	4	Spectral Entities Defeated:	3
Fabled Crowns Discovered:	9	Sentient Weapons Trained:	7
Mythical Relics Collected:	7	Duplicated Mobs Battled:	7
Mystical Artifacts Crafted:	19	Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	4

Are you tired of being body-shamed by creepers and skeletons in Minecraft? Well, look no further because our server is all about body positivity! Join us and watch as your blocky avatar gains confidence and starts strutting its stuff in those pixelated leggings. Our community is full of supportive players who will cheer you on as you build your dream body one block at a time. So come join us and let’s show those mobs that we’re beautiful just the way we are!

Seattle Chubby Cuties 1.20.3

1.20.3, asian beauty, Asian curves, Asian girls, asian women, Asians, bbw, big tits, Busty, busty Asians, busty beauties, CHUBBY, curvy, cute, Cuties, Pacific Northwest, plus size, seattle, Seattle area, Seattle locals, voluptuous, Washington state

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Players:	95/700	Votes:	2733
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Ghost Miner’s Tools Found:	2	Mineshafts Explored:	3
Haunted Forests Traversed:	7	Arcane Secrets Unlocked:	13
Cursed Gauntlets Discovered:	4	Legendary Heroes Trained:	3
Darkness Engulfments Escaped:	3	Dimension-Hopping Bunnies Found:	2
Secret Guilds Joined:	4	Forbidden Doors Opened:	3
Phoenix Feathers Found:	9	Battle Standards Raised:	12
Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	4	Dragon Eggs Hatched:	2

Yo, bro, forget about chubby Asians with big tits near Seattle, join our Minecraft server instead! Why? Because we have virtual chubby Asians with big tits that you can build houses for and protect from creepers. It’s like a weird anime fantasy come to life, but blocky and pixelated. Plus, who needs real people when you can have virtual ones that won’t judge you for spending 12 hours straight mining diamonds? Join now and let your wildest Minecraft dreams come true!

MomDadMinecraftServer

Boundaries, Communication Issues, emotional exhaustion, Emotional support, family relationships, financial struggles, generational differences, gift giving, hurt feelings, long voice messages, misunderstandings, MomDadMinecraftServer, mother-daughter conflict, mother-in-law dynamics, parenting challenges, postpartum stress, pregnancy emotions, setting boundaries, social media etiquette, venting frustrations

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Players:	96/600	Votes:	8637
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Disappearing Landscapes Witnessed:	1	Divine Spears Created:	23
Alien Abductions:	2	Unicorn Parades Witnessed:	2
Cursed Swords Broken:	2	Magical Beanstalks Grown:	4
Reality-Warping Charms Crafted:	4	Orbs of Power Found:	8
Cursed Villages Purged:	1	Endless Legions Commanded:	11
Heroic Legacies Created:	5	Celestial Blades Sharpened:	7
Cursed Amulets Found:	5	Haunted Mirrors Gazed Into:	1

Welcome to our Minecraft server, where drama is left at the door and only fun and games await! Join us for a wild adventure filled with blocky landscapes and pixelated wonders.

Looking for a place to escape from family drama? Look no further! Our server is the perfect place to unwind and let loose without worrying about accidentally listening to a voice message meant for someone else.

Embark on quests, build epic structures, and make new friends who won’t complain about your fiancée’s teasing greetings. Plus, our server is a judgment-free zone where you can post baby shower gift pictures whenever you want without fear of meltdowns.

So come join us on our server and leave the real-world drama behind. We promise you won’t regret it!

SpellboundSMP – Say my name and get teleported to a random location in the Minecraft world!

Bewitchment, casting a spell, Charm, conjuring, Enchantment, FANTASY, hex, incantation, invoking power, location, Magic, magical name, Minecraft, mystical, mystical spell, name.., Random, sorcery, Spell, SpellboundSMP, Supernatural, teleported, witchcraft, Wizardry, world

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Players:	104/600	Votes:	3316
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Demon Skulls Collected:	42	Glorious Feasts Held:	17
Corrupted Chunks Fixed:	2	Dungeon Sieges Launched:	10
Mystical Amulets Crafted:	34	Cursed Swords Broken:	1
Ancient Relics Unearthed:	433	Dragon Hoards Looted:	1
Interstellar Fungi Gathered:	0	Ethereal Couriers Hired:	2
Cursed Biomes Uncovered:	6	Magic Wands Crafted:	6
Soul Swords Wielded:	6	Mythical Creatures Tamed:	2

Yo yo yo, listen up fam! Are you tired of boring old Minecraft servers that are as dry as a desert? Well, do I have the server for you! This server is so lit, it’s like a disco party in the Nether!

When you join this server, your name becomes a spell that can summon a herd of dancing llamas or rain down diamond blocks from the sky. It’s like Hogwarts meets Minecraft, but with more explosions and memes.

And get this, every time you say someone’s name on the server, a random mob will spawn and do a little dance for you. It’s like a twisted game of Simon Says, but with creepers and skeletons.

So what are you waiting for? Join this server now and unleash the chaos! Who knows, maybe your name spell will summon a giant flying pig that shoots lasers out of its eyes. The possibilities are endless, just like my mom’s meatloaf recipe.

PetPalsCraft

Animal Behavior, Bonding, Communication, Companionship, Connection, emotional intelligence, human-animal bond, pet behavior, pet care, pet communication, pet companionship., pet empathy, pet love, pet owners, pet psychology, pet relationships, Pet understanding, PetPalsCraft, Pets, Understanding

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Players:	103/900	Votes:	2339
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Mysterious Obelisks Activated:	2	Falling into the Void:	2
Necronomicon Pages Collected:	7	Corrupted Chunks Fixed:	2
Enchanted Tomes Discovered:	115	Shadow Figures Spotted:	1
Phoenix Feathers Found:	10	Blood Moons Survived:	1
Inverted Worlds Discovered:	2	Dragon Scales Harvested:	443
Interstellar Fungi Gathered:	3	Magic Wands Crafted:	5
Void Gems Collected:	40	Farms Harvested:	550

Do you ever feel like your pet is secretly plotting against you? Well, on our Minecraft server, we have a special potion that allows your in-game pet to communicate with you telepathically! Imagine having your trusty Minecraft dog whispering hilarious jokes and witty comebacks in your ear as you explore the virtual world together.

Join our server and witness the epic saga of Sir Fluffykins, the heroic Minecraft cat who single-handedly defeated a horde of creepers with nothing but a fish and a can-do attitude. Or maybe you’ll stumble upon the legendary Piggy McPorkchop, the swine who can outsmart any player in a game of hide-and-seek.

So come on over and experience the magic of our Minecraft server, where pets are more than just companions – they’re your partners in crime, your confidants, and your ticket to a world of endless laughter and adventure. Who knows, maybe your pet will finally reveal their master plan to take over the server and become the ultimate ruler of the pixelated realm!

Sky High Survival

air transportation, air travel, airline incidents, airline regulations, airline safety, airplane fatalities, airplane safety, Aviation (Industry), aviation accidents, aviation news, aviation safety measures, commercial airplane, flight dangers, flight mortality, flight risks, HIGH, passenger safety, plane accidents, plane crashes, SKY, Survival, travel risks, Travel Statistics

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Players:	104/900	Votes:	1161
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Warlock Amulets Crafted:	5	Wizards Turned into Frogs:	1
Cursed Swords Broken:	3	Endless Legions Commanded:	34
Love Letters Sent:	5	Enchanted Weapons Reforged:	3
Underground Cities Explored:	3	Players Killed by Monsters:	5138
Ether Blades Crafted:	8	Phantom Knights Defeated:	7
Dragon Scales Harvested:	414	Invisible Walls Found:	4
Living Shadows Defeated:	2	Immortal Anvils Forged:	14

so, like, u ever been on a plane and thought “wow, what if i die in a fiery crash”? well, guess what, the chances just went UP! but fear not, cuz u can escape that fate by joining our EPIC minecraft server! no more worrying about plummeting to ur doom, just build ur own lil world and chillax with ur pals. plus, we have flying pigs that shoot lasers out of their eyes. no joke. join now before the airplanes get u!

PizzaCity

Active, apply, bedrock, Chill, Community, Dedicated, Discord, Friendly, Fun, Gaming, Join, laid back, multiplayer, PizzaCity, Player Base, Server, smp, Survival, Tags: Minecraft, Vanilla, Website, Whitelist

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Players:	106/800	Votes:	3544
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Cursed Gauntlets Discovered:	6	Cursed Villages Purged:	3
Ether Blades Crafted:	17	Villages Defended:	8
Crystal Wands Charged:	7	Sunfire Helmets Forged:	2
Cosmic Hamsters Found:	1	Zeus’s Thunderbolts Captured:	1
Phoenix Feathers Found:	14	Legendary Titles Earned:	3
Animals Bred:	71	Crops Grown:	7313
Wishing Wells Wished Upon:	8	Living Shadows Defeated:	4

Minecraft Server Overview

Description
Are you looking for a laid-back whitelisted Bedrock SMP server with a friendly community? Look no further, we have a dedicated player base and a relatively active Discord. If you’re looking for a chill server then join today! Visit our website to apply.

FAQ

Question	Answer
How do I apply to join the server?	You can visit our website and fill out the application form.
Is the server whitelisted?	Yes, the server is whitelisted to maintain a friendly and safe community.
How active is the Discord server?	We have a relatively active Discord server where players can chat and coordinate in-game activities.
What version of Minecraft does the server run on?	The server runs on the Bedrock edition of Minecraft.

Eternal Kingdoms 1.20.2

#kroniijokes, #kroniirotic, #kronillust, #krossets, #krotime, #nsfwart, #OKTK, #ourokronii, 1.20.2, bgm, Collabs, cover, ETERNAL, fanbase, hololive, Kingdoms, love, merch, Music, originalsong, QandA, Reporting, Schedule, streaming

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Players:	93/200	Votes:	6049
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Volcanoes Explored:	1	Heroic Legacies Created:	2
Mystical Amulets Crafted:	20	Celestial Blades Sharpened:	6
Darkness Engulfments Escaped:	4	Magical Ponies Rescued:	7
Mystic Mirrors Unlocked:	2	Holy Grails Found:	4
Cosmic Pies Baked:	8	Epic Shields Constructed:	31
Endless Night Skies:	3	Unbreakable Chains Forged:	5
Werewolf Howls Heard:	4	Fabled Crowns Discovered:	5

Yo, you wanna join this Minecraft server? It’s like a wild rollercoaster ride through the land of OuroKronii! We got streams, we got memes, we got fanbase tags that will blow your mind! And don’t even get me started on the original songs and BGMs – they’ll have you grooving like a creeper on a dance floor!

TasteTestWifey

béchamel sauce, cayenne pepper, Chef, chicken noodle soup, Communication, Cooking, creamy chicken and wild rice soup, culinary skills, Dinner, family, family dynamics, Food, food critique, home cook, kitchen, meal preparation, recipe experimentation, spice usage, taste testing, TasteTestWifey

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Players:	97/600	Votes:	950
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Reality Distortions Fixed:	1	Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	3
Void Gems Collected:	22	Haunted Mirrors Gazed Into:	2
Tesseract Cubes Discovered:	2	Quantum Bards Serenaded:	1
Eldritch Beasts Summoned:	3	Cryptic Prophecies Deciphered:	1
Gods Slained:	0	Starry Nights Enjoyed:	44
Nightmare Scenarios Survived:	2	Eternal Flames Captured:	5
Epic Mounts Acquired:	5	Wilderness Tamed:	10

Are you tired of cooking amazing meals for your ungrateful family? Join our Minecraft server where all your culinary creations will be appreciated like never before!

Imagine a world where every block you place is like seasoning a dish to perfection. Our community of players will savor every build you create, just like they savor your delicious meals.

No more family members disrespecting your cooking skills by adding cayenne pepper without even tasting the dish first. On our server, your creations will be treated with the respect they deserve.

So come join us and experience a world where your culinary talents are truly valued. Who knows, maybe you’ll even find a virtual chef friend who will praise your building skills just like your real chef friend praised your cooking chops!