FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a "lifesteal" server?

No, Foundation Craft is not a "lifesteal" server because players cannot steal hearts from other players. However, players can earn extra hearts by leveling up their defense skill.

What Minecraft versions does this server support?

Foundation Craft is currently running on Minecraft version 1.21.3 but players can connect to the server using clients running many different versions including 1.18, 1.19. and all 1.20 versions.

Do new players have to explore The Wilderness?

No, new players have the option of exploring The Wilderness but are not required to do so. If you don't want to explore The Wilderness, you can get started by renting a home in The Frontier. Before you can do this you will need to earn some emeralds. Players can earn emeralds by voting for the server.

Do I need emeralds to build a base?

No, players can build a base anywhere in The Wilderness and doing so does not cost any emeralds. That said, it is dangerous to build in The Wilderness as none of the land there is protected. Players also have the option of claiming safe and protected land in The Frontier, but that does cost emeralds.

How do I set a home on this server?

You can save your location (aka set a home) on the server using the /location save <name> command and teleport back later using the /location spawn <name> command. This command is similar to the /sethome command on other servers.

How can I claim a plot?

You can find claimable plots in The Frontier using the /explore unclaimed command. You can then claim a plot by creating a settlement using the /settlement create command.

Can I build farms in The Frontier?

Players can build crop farms in The Frontier, but is is very hard to build mob farms in The Frontier because mobs do not naturally spawn in claimed plots and players cannot build in unclaimed plots.

Can I build farms in The Wilderness?

Yes, players can build all kinds of farms in The Wilderness including crop farms and mob farms. Keep in mind that plots in The Wilderness cannot be claimed and are not protected by the server. As such, other players will be able to grief your farms in The Wilderness if they find them.

What is the difference between plots and chunks?

Worlds on the server are divided into 16 by 16 block chunks of land called plots.

How do I buy or rent a plot on this server?

Players can buy or rent a home which gives them access to protected plots of land on the server. Use the /explore homes command to find homes for sale and rent.

Why isn't my nether portal working?

Nether portals in The Frontier can be linked to other locations in The Frontier such as settlements and homes, but do not teleport you to The Nether. To teleport to The Nether, you must use a Nether portal located in The Wilderness Overworld.

Can players reset or "reroll" villager trades?

Villager trades will be randomly reset (aka rerolled) if the villager has not yet traded with any players. After that the trades are locked in and will not change, just like in vanilla Minecraft.

Can home owners sell a home while it is being rented?

Home owners cannot sell a home if it is currently being rented by another player. If you have a home available for rent and you want to sell it instead, use the /home stoprenting command and then use the /home sell command to put the home up for sale.

Can beds be used to mine for netherite?

Yes. Just like in vanilla Minecraft, clicking on a bed in The Nether will cause it to explode. As such, players can use beds to mine for ancient debris which can be smelted into netherite scraps.

What do I do when my anvil breaks in my rented home?

If the anvil in your rented home breaks you can ask the home owner to place a new one for you.

Are players allowed to stream or voice chat?

Players are allowed to stream and voice chat on our Discord server but do so at their own risk.

What does PVP stand for?

"PVP" stands for "player-versus-player" and usually refers to combat between two or more players. Combat between players is allowed in The Wilderness and The Arena, but not allowed in The Frontier.

What are timer hacks?

Timer hacks are detected when players appear to be moving in a way that violates the passage of time, allowing players to move faster than they would otherwise be able to. Players with a bad network connection to the server may inaccurately flag this detection.

What are combat hacks?

Combat hacks are detected when players appear to be engaging in combat in a way that should not be possible when using the vanilla Minecraft client. Players will only flag this detection if they are using modded Minecraft clients which give them unfair competitive advantages.

What are movement hacks?

Movement hacks are detected when players appear to be moving in a way that should not be possible when using the vanilla Minecraft client. Players with a bad network connection to the server may inaccurately flag this detection.

What are ground spoof hacks?

Ground spoof hacks are detected when players appear to be standing on a different type of block than they actually are, allowing them to walk on air for example. Players who are jumping off of blocks that they are unable to place in The Frontier may flag this detection.

How do I become a Member?

You can become a Member by purchasing a membership on our Patreon page. Membership costs $10 and helps us pay for server advertising which increases the number of new players joining the server.

How can I join the staff team?

Players can apply to join the server staff team using the contact form on our website. The staff team reads all applications submitted by players, but does not guarantee a response on all applications.

What are security consultants?

Security consultants are players who have been recognized as having exemplary technical skills and knowledge which they use to help the server find and fix bugs and exploits. Security consultants have a rank on Discord but do not currently have any rank in-game.

How can I report a bug?

Some features may not work as expected due to software bugs. Players can report software bugs on our Discord server or using the contact form on our website.