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 17, 2024

Players:	110/100	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Ethereal Couriers Hired:	1	Heroic Deeds Celebrated:	9
Titanic Battles Fought:	29	Epic Battles Fought:	13
Infinity Gauntlets Forged:	1	Astral Projections Made:	3
Epic Bosses Defeated:	3	Holy Grails Found:	3
Magic Items Found:	7364	Gods Slained:	2

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

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 17, 2024

Players:	105/600	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Enchanted Weapons Reforged:	3	Chaos Orbs Controlled:	14
Backwards Speech Heard:	1	Galactic Jellyfish Caught:	2
Divine Scrolls Written:	24	Ender Chest Mysteries Uncovered:	4
Secret Libraries Discovered:	4	Orbs of Power Found:	5
Treasure Maps Found:	2	Dragons Adopted as Pets:	5

Random Fact: Cute Fact: A player found a baby dragon who thinks it’s a puppy—it even fetches sticks (and sometimes small trees).

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 17, 2024

Players:	96/700	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Lost Souls Rescued:	4	Pockets of Chaos Discovered:	4
Epic Shields Constructed:	36	Mythical Relics Collected:	10
Enchanted Forests Planted:	7	Infinity Stones Found:	3
Dimensional Collapse Prevented:	2	Ethereal Couriers Hired:	2
Holy Grails Found:	1	Mineshafts Explored:	4

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

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 17, 2024

Players:	99/200	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Mystical Artifacts Crafted:	9	Phantom Rings Equipped:	24
Goblin Armies Outwitted:	2	Ender Dragon Reincarnations:	1
Forbidden Tomes Read:	6	Soul Swords Wielded:	2
Astral Orbs Gathered:	20	Enchanted Weapons Reforged:	8
Wilderness Tamed:	11	Haunted Mines Explored:	2

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

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 17, 2024

Players:	107/600	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Magical Ponies Rescued:	7	Secret Guilds Joined:	2
Portal Loops Escaped:	3	Lunar Eclipses Witnessed:	1
Friendship Bracelets Exchanged:	41	Mimic Chests Discovered:	2
Void Armor Forged:	17	Forgotten Legends Remembered:	8
Infinite Doors Opened:	1	Elemental Forces Harnessed:	3

Random Fact: Legendary Lore: Every time an ancient relic is unearthed, a lost city somewhere trembles in fear.

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 17, 2024

Players:	100/800	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	4	Glitched Entities Encountered:	3
Glowing Eyes in the Dark:	4	Celestial Dragons Tamed:	3
Endless Staircases Climbed:	2	Ghost Miner’s Tools Found:	2
Epic Mounts Acquired:	2	Magic Items Found:	3473
Dimension Hops:	14	Ether Blades Crafted:	16

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

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 17, 2024

Players:	101/100	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Living Shadows Defeated:	4	Mimic Chests Discovered:	5
Lunar Scepters Activated:	6	Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	7
Arcane Secrets Unlocked:	21	Dragons Tamed:	0
Crystal Wands Charged:	8	Mystical Artifacts Crafted:	11
Orbs of Power Found:	4	Unholy Rituals Interrupted:	1

Random Fact: Fun Fact: Phantom blocks have a tendency to rearrange themselves into secret messages when no one’s looking.

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 17, 2024

Players:	103/700	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Mystical Amulets Crafted:	29	Ethereal Dreams Experienced:	24
Galactic Jellyfish Caught:	3	Secret Passages Found:	2
Herobrine Sightings:	6	Hidden Villages Discovered:	2
Doomsday Clocks Constructed:	0	Whispering Shadows Heard:	2
Animals Bred:	31	Forbidden Doors Opened:	2

Random Fact: Lovely Truth: Someone discovered a tree that grows candy—it’s now a favorite hangout for adventurers with a sweet tooth.

Dreamerz Network

Anarchy, Economy, LifeSteal, Survival

Updated October 17, 2024

Players:	94/600	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Crops Grown:	6706	Dimension-Hopping Bunnies Found:	3
Enchanted Forests Planted:	10	Lunar Eclipses Witnessed:	1
Enchantments Applied:	261	Alien Abductions:	0
Endless Mazes Solved:	1	Mystic Mirrors Unlocked:	4
Haunted Forests Traversed:	6	Mythical Beasts Vanquished:	0

Random Fact: Crazy But True: Someone once caught a cosmic hamster, and now it’s the server’s unofficial mascot!

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 17, 2024

Players:	97/100	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Magical Beanstalks Grown:	4	Legendary Heroes Trained:	5
Interdimensional Bake Sales Hosted:	2	Lost Souls Rescued:	3
Dragon Eggs Found:	5047	Sentient Weapons Trained:	4
Unholy Beasts Tamed:	2	Evil Portals Destroyed:	2
Royal Courts Attended:	4	World-Altering Spells Cast:	2

Random Fact: Trivia: A cursed diamond was mined under a blood moon—since then, it’s been known to glow eerily in the dark.

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 17, 2024

Players:	110/900	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	5.0 / 5
Phantom Knights Defeated:	3	Cosmic Entities Communed With:	1
Magic Scrolls Discovered:	2	Pirate Ships Raided:	0
Cozy Campfires Lit:	18	Dragon Scales Harvested:	252
Powerful Allies Recruited:	7	Cursed Gauntlets Discovered:	8
Haunted Mirrors Gazed Into:	4	Lost Souls Rescued:	5

Random Fact: Fun Fact: A catgirl once traded her friendship bracelet for an ancient relic—best decision ever.

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 17, 2024

Players:	106/700	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Infinity Gauntlets Forged:	2	Living Shadows Defeated:	1
Epic Shields Constructed:	19	Infinite Knowledge Scrolls Discovered:	3
Animals Bred:	179	Magical Moments Shared:	27
Royal Courts Attended:	1	Immortal Anvils Forged:	8
Lunar Scepters Activated:	10	Meteorites Collected:	0

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.

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 17, 2024

Players:	97/400	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Invisible Walls Found:	3	Unsolvable Puzzles Solved:	5
Haunted Mines Explored:	2	Ethereal Dreams Experienced:	25
Nightmare Scenarios Survived:	3	Elemental Forces Harnessed:	5
Enchantments Applied:	153	Warlock Amulets Crafted:	6
Unseen Monsters Slain:	3	Phantom Horses Ridden:	3

Random Fact: Crazy But True: Someone once caught a cosmic hamster, and now it’s the server’s unofficial mascot!

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 17, 2024

Players:	99/400	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Phantom Knights Defeated:	5	Infinite Doors Opened:	3
Undead Armies Raised:	4	Hidden Sanctuaries Discovered:	2
Dimension Hops:	2	Heroic Oaths Sworn:	12
Chaos Orbs Controlled:	11	Horror Stories Survived:	4
Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	4	Heavenly Choirs Heard:	4

Random Fact: Adorable Lore: A player found a secret door that leads to a world of stuffed animals—it’s a cuddly paradise.

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 17, 2024

Players:	96/900	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Dimensional Rifts Closed:	0	Reality-Warping Charms Crafted:	2
Legendary Scepters Created:	5	Fabled Crowns Discovered:	5
Shadow Figures Spotted:	8	Mystery Villagers Spotted:	2
Cursed Taverns Survived:	4	Spells Gone Horribly Wrong:	5
Magical Carpet Rides Taken:	5	Backwards Speech Heard:	3

Random Fact: Insider Secret: Players who solve unsolvable puzzles are said to unlock the ability to talk to fish.

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 17, 2024

Players:	110/600	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Cryptic Prophecies Deciphered:	5	Celestial Blades Sharpened:	12
Endless Mazes Solved:	3	Crystal Palaces Visited:	3
Cursed Diamonds Mined:	6	Evil Portals Destroyed:	2
Corrupted Chunks Fixed:	3	Crops Grown:	8304
Soul Contracts Signed:	3	Mythical Swords Crafted:	99

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