Way to Chest: the Semi-Hardcore Vanilla Adventure! 1.21.1 with a Sprinkle of Custom Plugins

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Minecraft Server Overview

Server Name	Waychest
Server IP	waychest.com
Server Location	United States West Coast
Website	waychest.com
Wiki	waychest.com/info
Version	1.21-1.21.1 (Java; Vanilla client)
Gameplay Types	[PvE] [Semi-Vanilla] [SMP]

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waychest?

Waychest is a custom-built Minecraft experience that extends vanilla survival mode with an emphasis on exploration and building. It is a hybrid of a public multiplayer server and a private Realm.

What are some feature highlights of Waychest?

“Journey” System: Each player is placed into their own “Journey” with a random spawn point in a shared survival world.
Waychests: Special chests that guide players to find each other and reward them.
“Waychest Flight” Minigame: A flying minigame with Elytra that leads to discovering Waychests.
Discovery-based Warps: Fast travel between certain blocks.
Integrated Region Protection: Waychests create protection areas for blocks and containers.

How can I start my own Journey on Waychest?

You can start your own Journey today at waychest.com or read more about the server on the Wiki.

Hope to see you soon on Waychest!

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	99/400	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Unholy Beasts Tamed:	1	Heroic Oaths Sworn:	5
Orbs of Power Found:	11	Forgotten Legends Remembered:	8
Dragons Adopted as Pets:	5	Blood Moons Survived:	0
Wyrmholes Dug:	8	Ethereal Couriers Hired:	2
Cursed Biomes Uncovered:	9	Hidden Sanctuaries Discovered:	2

Random Fact: Did You Hear? Someone brewed a potion that made everyone around them giggle uncontrollably—it’s the latest party trick!

VanillaPlus

Anarchy, Economy, Hardcore, PvP, Raiding, Survival, Vanilla

NO LAND CLAIMING | NO GRIEF PREVENTION | NO KEEP INVENTORY | PVP ENABLED | RAIDS We have a protected spawn that you can teleport to trades, meet up with people, or fight to the death against other players. You also can set homes and teleport so that you can easily get around without traveling far distances to get to farms, bases, or friends. On Vanilla Plus, you can experience classic Minecraft, but better! Build an epic base, fight to the death, or hang out. Anything is possible, so come check it out!

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	99/400	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Cursed Diamonds Mined:	4	Dungeon Sieges Launched:	3
Unique Catgirls Spotted:	5	Holy Grails Found:	2
Warrior Spirits Summoned:	35	Dragons Adopted as Pets:	4
Divine Spears Created:	17	Rainbows Spotted:	2
Dark Rituals Completed:	7	Ether Blades Crafted:	6

Random Fact: Did you know? The server’s cozy campfires never go out, even in the rain!

PlayCDU

FTB, PvE, PvP, Roleplay, Skyblock, Survival

Our Links: Website: https://www.craftdownunder.co Discord: https://discord.gg/playcdu Forums: https://forum.playcdu.co/About Us: To view all 35+ servers that we host and their IPs, head to https://forum.playcdu.co/servers/Craft Down Under is a gaming community that specializes in hosting and playing Minecraft modpacks. Our servers, located in Australia, Germany and the United States, offer a wide variety of modpacks to suit different playstyles and preferences. We’re dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for all players, regardless of their skill level, to come together and enjoy the unique experiences that modpacks provide. Join us today and see why Craft Down Under is the go-to destination for Minecraft modpack enthusiasts!

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	102/600	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Ender Dragon Reincarnations:	2	Phantom Knights Defeated:	7
Magical Moments Shared:	12	Living Shadows Defeated:	5
Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	1	Interdimensional Bake Sales Hosted:	3
Invisible Pathways Walked:	2	Nightmare Scenarios Survived:	2
Titanic Battles Fought:	30	Dimensional Rifts Closed:	3

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

JackpotMC

Anarchy, Economy, Factions, LifeSteal, PvP, Raiding, Survival

JackpotMC is a server focused on PvP game modes, with our latest game mode being Lifesteal SMP. This is a one of kind, unique SMP that allows players to steal hearts from each other. Once a player kills another, they take a heart from them. If you die to a player, you lose a heart to them. Once you’re out of hearts, you’re banned for the rest of the day. With no claims and no rules on griefing, it is a pure Anarchy experience.

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	100/100	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Storm Giants Negotiated With:	2	Secret Passages Found:	5
Shadow Cloaks Sewn:	2	Ethereal Dreams Experienced:	20
Pockets of Chaos Discovered:	1	Villages Defended:	15
Cursed Artifacts Uncovered:	4	Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	2
Infinity Gauntlets Forged:	2	Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	1

Random Fact: Whimsical Lore: A player once befriended a cloud that now follows them around, raining only when they need a cool down.

NAVELYA

PvP

NAVELYA NETWORK Our server is a server played within the scope of PvP. If you have just started our server, use the (/kit) command. You Can Use It To Kill Other Players And Take Their Sets. You Can Enter Places in the PvP Area and Strengthen Your Set You can review our server. 1.16.5x 1.20.4

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	98/400	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Enchanted Teapots Collected:	6	Goblin Markets Raided:	7
Cuddly Creatures Pet:	38	Unseen Monsters Slain:	7
Paranormal Events Investigated:	4	Mineshafts Explored:	3
Mystical Artifacts Crafted:	10	Immortal Anvils Forged:	20
Haunted Mirrors Gazed Into:	2	Darkness Engulfments Escaped:	2

Random Fact: Did You Know? A player once found a magical teapot that pours endless hot chocolate—it’s now the most popular spot in town!

CedarMC

Cross-Play, Earth, Economy, Factions, LifeSteal, Survival, Towny

The ZedarMC community is a very friendly one, and our staff is always available to help you. We are also a crossplay network, which means we support Bedrock Edition.ZedarMC has a variety of gamemodes ranging from peaceful to competitive, so you can always have fun and vibe! Survival SMP 1.13 – 1.20 Earth SMP 1.13 – 1.20 Lifesteal SMP 1.13 – 1.20 Oneblock 1.13 – 1.20 Skyblock 1.13 – 1.20 [Coming Soon]

Prison 1.13 – 1.20 [Coming Soon]IP: ms.zedarmc.com Bedrock Port: 19132 Discord: discord.gg/zedar

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	100/600	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Enchanted Forests Planted:	9	Dimensional Rifts Closed:	0
Lost Cities Unearthed:	4	Mythical Relics Collected:	10
Dimension-Hopping Bunnies Found:	5	Mythical Swords Crafted:	80
Soul Contracts Signed:	5	Astral Amulets Crafted:	44
Epic Bosses Defeated:	1	Cosmic Pies Baked:	8

Random Fact: Adorable But True: Someone enchanted a broom to sweep by itself—it now has a habit of tidying up wherever it goes.

EYServer

Cross-Play, LifeSteal, Pixelmon, Prison, Skyblock, Survival, Vanilla

The official Minecraft server for the YouTuber Eystreem who has over 7 million subscribers and 100 million monthly viewers! The server has a Survival SMP gamemode based on update 1.20 with grief protection and a Prison gamemode that contains custom pickaxe enchantments, pets, minions, prison cell islands, and more!Join IP: mcs.eyserver.com (Java and Bedrock)Claim FREE bundle on our store! https://store.eyserver.com

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	90/900	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Towns Built:	6	Teleportation Mishaps:	2
Forbidden Relics Collected:	3	Backwards Speech Heard:	2
Eerie Music Discs Played:	1	Dragonkin Hatched:	3
Evil Portals Destroyed:	1	Dragons Adopted as Pets:	5
Cursed Diamonds Mined:	7	Ethereal Dreams Experienced:	12

Random Fact: Wild Fact: Every time a mimic chest is discovered, it doubles the amount of loot in the next treasure found.

Foxcraft

Cross-Play, Economy, OneBlock, Parkour, PvP, Skyblock, Survival

Foxcraft is a Minecraft Server Network that has been around since 2011 and provides it’s playerbase with multiple classic gamemodes like Prison, Skyblock, Survival, Creative, and more! All of our gamemodes feature custom additions to keep things interesting and modern. We also provide custom gamemodes like Kingdoms (a custom take on the popular factions gamemode) and we like to run a wide variety of events.Our gamemodes: – Oneblock – Kingdoms – Skyblock – Prison – Creative – Survival – Parkour [NEW]Player Statistics: https://www.mcfoxcraft.com/stats/ IP: play.foxcraft.net Forums: www.mcfoxcraft.com Store: store.foxcraft.net

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	94/800	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Treasure Maps Found:	4	Vanishing Items Found:	6
Evil Lairs Raided:	4	Magic Scrolls Discovered:	4
Titan Hearts Harvested:	2	Enchanted Armories Found:	10
Mystic Runes Engraved:	4	Enchanted Teapots Collected:	11
Soulbound Rings Equipped:	11	Phantom Horses Ridden:	3

Random Fact: Magical Insight: Moonlit rituals are believed to be more powerful if performed while wearing socks on your hands.

Dreamerz Network

Anarchy, Economy, LifeSteal, Survival

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	110/800	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Dragonfire Shields Forged:	9	Rainbows Spotted:	1
Endless Night Skies:	1	Shattered Realms Restored:	1
Heroic Legacies Created:	2	Secret Guilds Joined:	2
Crystal Palaces Visited:	2	Magical Carpet Rides Taken:	1
Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	1	Astral Staffs Crafted:	13

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

SunRealms

Economy, Mini Games, OneBlock, Prison, PvE, Roleplay, Skyblock

SunRealms is a server with a very friendly community where staff is always ready to help you on your journey. The server features gamemodes like Generators, Dungeons, Prisons and with more coming soon! » Server IP: mp.sunrealms.net » Bedrock Port: 19132 » Discord: discord.gg/sunrealms – BEDROCK SUPPORTED We are a crossplay network, which means we support both Java Edition and Bedrock Edition. You can play on all devices such as PC, Phone, iPad, Switch, Xbox and more!» Generators » Dungeons » Prison » Coming Soon

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	92/700	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Titanic Relics Retrieved:	5	Evil Lairs Raided:	6
Living Statues Befriended:	2	Cosmic Pies Baked:	4
Herobrine Sightings:	2	Legendary Heroes Trained:	1
Legendary Armor Sets Assembled:	46	Lost Cities Unearthed:	3
Celestial Crowns Worn:	1	Heroic Legacies Created:	1

Random Fact: Whimsical Fact: A player found a magic mirror that gives daily compliments—it’s the most popular mirror on the server.

Ace MC

Cross-Play, Economy, PvE, PvP, Survival, Survival Games, Vanilla

Welcome to our BRAND NEW 1.20 Survival Server! BEDROCK COMPATIBLE! It’s just been released, and we couldn’t be more excited to have you join us on this incredible journey!IP: mc.acemc.co Bedrock Port: 19132Join our Discord community at discord.acemc.org and become a part of the Ace MC family. We’re not just a server; we’re a place where you can make new friends, create your very own warps, find your dream job, build your wealth, unwind, and simply have a blast! We’d love for you to be one of our original pioneers and experience the magic from the very beginning.If you’re in search of the perfect place to enjoy pure survival gameplay, connect with like-minded individuals, and have an amazing time, look no further! Our server boasts a warm and welcoming community, a robust land-claim system to protect your creations, custom fishing and farming experiences that’ll have you hooked, as well as an array of engaging quests and ranks. It’s everything you need for a fantastic adventure!Come on in, and let’s make unforgettable memories together!

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	103/800	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Zombie Dances:	6	Storm Giants Negotiated With:	2
Royal Decrees Issued:	0	Cursed Gauntlets Discovered:	7
Duplicated Mobs Battled:	1	Wyrmholes Dug:	3
Meteorites Collected:	1	Ether Blades Crafted:	18
Enchanted Armories Found:	4	Reality Distortions Fixed:	1

Random Fact: Fun Fact: A dragon egg once hatched into a tiny kitten with wings—it now rules the skies (and laps) of the server.

CraftYourTown

Cross-Play, Parkour, PvE, PvP, Skyblock, Survival, Towny

CraftYourTown: Build Your Dream World!Bedrock IP is the same as Java, use port 19132Welcome to CraftYourTown, the best Minecraft server for adventurers like you! Join our friendly community of builders, crafters, and explorers, and let your creativity soar! Design amazing towns, embark on epic quests, and discover hidden treasures with your new pals. With lag-free gameplay, awesome events, and regular updates, there’s always something exciting to do! So grab your pickaxe, put on your adventurer’s hat, and come create magic at CraftYourTown!Why Join? Creative builders, crafters, and explorers, welcome! Endless adventures and epic quests await you! Keep Inventory is enabled, no losing all your progress! Design incredible towns and explore with friends! Battle custom mobs and unlock unique gadgets! Custom tools and stylish cosmetic skins to stand out! Be part of a community where your voice matters!

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	93/500	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Quantum Bards Serenaded:	2	Mines Excavated:	2605
Phantom Blocks Placed:	8	Dragon Eggs Found:	8143
Dragonfire Shields Forged:	3	Gorgon Shields Crafted:	2
Wyrmholes Dug:	8	Godly Talismans Bestowed:	7
Curse of Binding Applied:	4	Secret Guilds Joined:	2

Random Fact: Did you know? The server’s cozy campfires never go out, even in the rain!

InvadedLands

KitPvP, Skyblock, Survival

InvadedLands is a network which consists of the following gamemodes:* KitPvP * Skyblock * SurvivalTo learn more, visit our website at invadedlands.net, or join the server at invadedlands.net!

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	109/900	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Necronomicon Pages Collected:	7	Ghost Miner’s Tools Found:	1
Runes Activated:	4	Fabled Crowns Discovered:	3
Ores Mined:	819	Unique Catgirls Spotted:	8
Cursed Lands Purified:	2	Pirate Ships Raided:	2
Infinite Knowledge Scrolls Discovered:	4	Hidden Sanctuaries Discovered:	3

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

Safe Survival

PvE, PvP, Survival, Vanilla

Come join the best Semi Vanilla Survival Server! Keep Inventory – SMP – Land Claims – Community! Supports Bedrock / Java Crossplay! We are a non-hub server that offers a quick start to play multiplayer Minecraft survival in a single player-like setting and run a high end server to ensure there is no lag.Number 1 Rated Semi-Vanilla Server on MCSL for over 6 years!Survival has never been easier to start, you can begin right away after walking 200 blocks from spawn or using the random teleport provided. You no longer have to worry about spawning in a massive hub or spending a half hour figuring out how to play survival. Our spawn is a very simple, but useful place filled with item shops, warps, and more!We have Grief Prevention Land Claiming, and use the additional commands spawn, sethome, and home so you can get back to your build whenever you want. Keep inventory is on.Safe Survival has a welcoming, kind, and social community. We want to provide a fun and classic Minecraft experience where you can build and explore like you’re in single player. Our server is filled with the beautiful builds made by our players who will share your love for the game.Over 400000 players have joined!

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	93/300	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Celestial Events Witnessed:	5	Dragonfire Shields Forged:	2
Meteorite Armor Created:	24	Cuddly Creatures Pet:	32
Living Statues Befriended:	2	Goblin Markets Raided:	6
Epic Mounts Acquired:	5	Battle Standards Raised:	8
Corrupted Trees Chopped:	4	Towns Built:	4

Random Fact: Whimsical Fact: A player built a house entirely out of enchanted marshmallows—soft, sweet, and always smells like vanilla.

SwanCraft

PvE, Survival, Vanilla

Spread your wings and fly home to SwanCraft!In a world full of soulless Minecraft Networks and “one-size-fits-all” hub servers, SwanCraft aims to give you something different: a place to call home. Our close-knit community is ready to welcome you into our family!–Features– With Semi-Van Nostalgic SMP Play Style Close-knit Community Collectible Series Events Grief Prevention NO economy plugins – Economy is entirely item basedNO Towny | NO MCMMO | NO Factions | NO Keep Inventory | NO Chat Reporting WE ARE NOT A HUB SERVER

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	92/1000	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.0 / 5
Shadow Figures Spotted:	7	Secret Libraries Discovered:	4
Goblin Armies Outwitted:	9	Infernal Machines Built:	0
Forbidden Grimoires Read:	2	Warlock Pacts Sealed:	2
Legendary Armor Sets Assembled:	50	Demonic Pacts Formed:	2
God-Killer Bows Constructed:	6	Witch’s Brew Drunk:	20

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

Performium

Factions, MCMMO, Mini Games, PvP, Skyblock, Survival

Join in the first public Minecraft Among Us in Minecraft server! Play as the imposter or a crewmate. Complete tasks and win, or kill all crewmates in order to survive! We also have Randomizer and Regular UHC, and many more minigames! Join YouTubers DoniBobes and RGA Minecraft on a server where you can get free ranks, play with youtubers, and much more!

Updated October 11, 2024

Players:	106/1000	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Orbs of Power Found:	3	Ender Dragon Reincarnations:	1
Pirate Ships Captured:	1	Immortal Anvils Forged:	6
Hedge Mazes Navigated:	4	Mythical Swords Crafted:	86
Duplicated Mobs Battled:	2	Whispering Shadows Heard:	0
Enchantments Applied:	147	Flesh-Eating Plants Grown:	2

Random Fact: Did you know? When a reality-bending puzzle is solved, it sometimes turns nearby players into walking marshmallows.