AvatarMC Soon™ - Issue 126: Halloween at AvatarMC

2024-11-01 00:21:59 +0000 UTC by QuietDove

Autumn is here, the nights are drawing in, and there is a sinister feeling in the air...

Once again we invite you all to join in with the spooks and frights of our Halloween event, if you dare...

To experience our little brand of trick and terror, visit the warp areas in your capital — and remember — don't worry about those shapes in the darkness.

The Corn Maze Direct Link

"They say that if you close your eyes and listen closely, you can hear the chilling sound of children laughing in the corn fields..."

A mother has lost her son. She says that he has run into the corn. Perhaps you could be of help finding him? We wish you the best of luck, because you wouldn't be the first to lose their way inside this maze.

Midnight in Gaipan Direct Link

"Something is afoot in the usually sleepy village of Gaipan. The Festival of Sun Li is normally a time for celebration, for it marks a time when the spirits meet the living.

This time, something has gone horribly wrong. The benevolent spirits are no where to be seen. In fact, no one is to be seen, the town is nearly deserted. Let us pray that you don't meet the same fate..."

The dead have risen from the earth. Put them back where they belong, before you join them. They say that familiar faces have been spotted amongst the walking dead. Just who could they mean by that?

Candy, meant to be enjoyed by those at the festival, has been dropped all over the village. Gather as much of it as you can — you never know what rewards await you.

Sweet Tooth Dungeon Direct Link

"Candy, dropping from the ceiling!"

Take the fast way down the pit. Just be sure to survive the landing, and enter the maze.

"Candy, in a dungeon?.."

This maze has been created just to torture you, full of treasures, tricks and traps.

Don't give up when investigating the catacombs. Find the extra lotus tiles and be rewarded if you make it to the exit of the maze.

Ghost Island Direct Link

A seasonal quest returns this year.

When Watt's nephew goes missing on a deserted island, he enlists the player's help to find him. Tread carefully; unspeakable horrors happened here, and the spirits are restless. One more thing: try not to stare into the dark too long. The dark might stare back, and you'll find out what kind of thing goes bump in the night.

The Village Ghosts Direct Link

This haunting quest is back for your enjoyment.

A simple delivery job looks easy enough, but not everything is as it seems...

Across The Bridge Direct Link

An unseasonably large pumpkin has grown across the bridge of Gaipan. No doubt that dark and evil forces are at work. Investigate this massive gourd and discover its secrets.

Inside you will find Bwake's Maze of Horrors. Watch your sanity as you try to reach the end — ten candies await you if you do!

There's more to see in this area. The Great Pumpkin Hunt is exactly what it says on the tin. Seek out the hidden pumpkins, and gain a reward.

There are two achievements for completing the tasks in this area: Bwake's Maze of Horrors and The Great Pumpkin Hunt. Both offer 5 candy upon completion.

Cosmetics Direct Link

After gathering enough candy in the event — and stopping the mayor dead in their tracks — you will be able to spend your precious candy on some suitably spooky cosmetics.

AvatarMC Soon™ - Issue 125: Pride Fest 2024

2024-06-07 21:55:25 +0000 UTC by GuoKao, TurboClicks, and VeerSky

AvatarMC’s annual Pride Fest has returned! The Rainbow Spirit is here once again, ready to welcome everyone into their realm in the Spirit World and to celebrate love in all of its forms.

Speak to the Rainbow Spirit in your capital to get started. Find the Pride Fest 2024 Awaits quest in /q for more help!

Overview Direct Link

This event is shipped with a variety of activities for you to enjoy and to be challenged by. You can find out where to find them, as well as their rewards, in a handy overview below.

Find these in the /q menu for more information.

New This Year Direct Link

Rainbow Currency Direct Link

This year marks the introduction of the special Rainbow event currency, granted by mini games, puzzles, quests and mazes throughout the event. You will still be able to find lovely little Pai Sho pieces throughout the event, for those with a completionist mindset, but you will need Rainbows to purchase the cosmetics from now on.

Pride Flag Frenzy Direct Link

Test you knowledge of Pride flags with this brand new game show-style mini game!

In the Flag Frenzy game, a flag is randomly selected at the start of each stage. The game show host will provide a hint about the flag's meaning and it's first color.

Still learning the flags? Not to worry! All 11 flags included in the game are displayed across the studio to help you out, so you are allowed to take a peak.

Players must run to the colored tile that they think matches the next color of the flag (the colors of the flag are in order from top to bottom). Once the time's up, the floor drops out from under those standing on the wrong tiles. Only those who selected the correct colored tile move onto the next color of the flag, and eventually the next flag!

As the game progresses, each round will increase in difficulty by shortening the time that that player has to run to the next correct tile. By looking at the Flagmaster's platform, you will be able to see where the colors for the next round will be.

The game's quest will be completed after 5 stages, and the player will also get 3 Rainbows each time they finish all 10 stages of the game.

Event Spawn and Map Direct Link

Once again, the event is centered around the trusty LGBTree, plus its festive decorations. This is where you'll spawn when you enter the event, and it's also how you'll get to the different parts of the map!

If you've managed to get lost in the event, our professional cartographer has drafted a map for you, which can be seen below.

Cosmetics Direct Link

Head on down to the Marketplace and speak with Star, your friendly neighborhood entrepreneur. Trade in 5 Rainbows for a flag or 3 Rainbows for a headpiece.

See below for the complete list of our pride offerings and their prices.

Final Thoughts Direct Link

And as always, happy Pride Month to everyone here celebrating it at AvatarMC. We hope you have a great month, and we're all so excited to see you next year for Pride Fest 2025!

AvatarMC Soon™ - Issue 124: Meet the Communications Team

2024-05-06 21:23:05 +0000 UTC by TurboClicks

Hello! My name is TurboClicks, and I lead AvatarMC's Communications Team. In this blogpost, I shine a light on this team's incredible work, with the hope of moving you to consider applying!

Our Responsibilities Direct Link

The Communications Team has a broad skillset with a primary goal of showcasing the server and all of its creations. Our current positions include Photographer, Social Media Specialist, Videographer, Web Specialist, Writer, and 3D Render Artist.

Below are some of the major functions that the Communications Team oversees:

• Wiki: The AvatarMC Wiki is the definitive source of truth for players looking for a Towny command to those wanting to learn about which dungeons best fit into their bending level range. Chat Moderators regularly reference the wiki when fielding questions in game. We are in need of Writers who can help us continue to maintain and grow the wiki. This could mean something like updating stats on the Waterbending entry or creating entirely new categories like what our staff is currently doing for the server's custom soundtracks.

• Blog: We are also seeking talented Writers who can help contribute to the AvatarMC Blog. Blogposts are used to announce server updates like the recent Towny outpost rework or kick off yearly events like the Festival of Kyoshi Day. Blogposts are crucial, as they help AvatarMC reach new audiences through search engine and social media traffic.

• Website: The Communications Team even helps maintain AvatarMC.com to help lessen the burden for the server's Development Team. Our Website Specialists do everything from uploading blogposts to coding entirely new wiki entries. Every blogpost is written using the lightweight markup language, Markdown. The rest of the website is composed of HTML, CSS, and some minor usage of JavaScript. An understanding of Git is necessary for managing the website through our repositories. I am open to working with somebody with the knowledge and passion to continue modernizing the website through new frameworks and libraries.

• Media: With our limited resources, we would benefit greatly from additional help in the social media space. We have designed the Social Media Specialist position to create all of the social media content that the server produces for platforms like Instagram and Twitter. The Photographer and Videographer positions help create the media that ends up on our social media platforms and website. Additionally, the 3D Render Artist position works to create renders of our 3D models like the one featured in the recent blogpost announcing new Sokka cosmetics.

Joining the Team Direct Link

Thank you for taking the time to read!

Even if you believe that you don't fully fit into one of the above roles, I still encourage you to visit the Communications Team Application. If you've got the motivation and work ethic, we would love to hear from you.

If you have any questions along the way, feel free to send me a message on Discord!

— TurboClicks

AvatarMC Soon™ - Issue 123: Towny Outpost Limits

2024-04-27 13:09:07 +0000 UTC by ShootItzStar

In this rework, we're reintroducing Towny to blend seamlessly into the Avatar universe. We've reworked the town suffix and mayor prefix in order to fit in better within the Avatar universe. These new titles now correspond to new resident requirements, and are matched to the newly introduced outpost limits.

See the new chart here:

Outpost Rework Direct Link

This update introduces a new feature which can be seen above: outposts limits. According to town size (based on residents), towns now have limited slots for outposts, maxing out at 10 outposts for 100+ residents. While older towns that have more than 10 outposts claims will not be losing any of their claims, they may find themselves unable claim any more outpost chunks so long as they surpass the given limit.

Within the scope of functionality of this new mechanic, we've also reworked what is considered an outpost chunk. As of this update, any unconnected chunk to the town's main cluster (spawn) will be considered an outpost. This replaces an older system in which only towns marked [Outpost] were considered so.

In order to locate new and old outpost chunks, all coordinates can be found at /town outpost. Please note that outposts are not considered each singular chunk unconnected to spawn, but rather each cluster of chunks (connected chunks) that are unconnected to spawn.

If you require any assistance navigating this feature and locating your new outposts, or for any of your questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to General Moderation Leader, ShootItzStar, ingame or starshooting on Discord.

AvatarMC Soon™ - Issue 122: That's Called Sokka Style. Learn It!

2024-04-06 20:37:16 +0000 UTC by VeerSky and TurboClicks

Introducing four new Sokka-inspired cosmetics for your waterbending and non-bending focus now available in the AvatarMC Server Store!

Inspired by the legendary Water Tribe warrior, these items are sure to add some flair to your gameplay. Let's take a closer look at what's in store.

Sokka's Boomerang Direct Link

No Sokka-inspired ensemble is complete without his trusty boomerang! This cosmetic weapon is not only stylish but also packs a punch in battles. With its sleek design, you'll be sure to turn heads as you dominate the battlefield.

Sokka's Club Direct Link

Get ready to channel your inner warrior with Sokka's Club! This formidable weapon is perfect for those who prefer a more hands-on approach to combat. With its sturdy construction and powerful swings, you'll be able to take on any challenge that comes your way.

Hook Variant Direct Link

Looking to add a unique twist to your weapon? Look no further! Sokka's Club with a hook attachment is the perfect choice for your remarkable style!

Sokka's Machete Direct Link

Lastly, we present Sokka's Machete: a blade crafted for the daring adventurer. Whether you're exploring the wilderness or engaging in intense battles, this versatile tool is designed to withstand the toughest challenges you encounter.

Don't miss out on your chance to own these iconic Sokka-themed cosmetics! Head over to the Server Store now and add them to your collection. See below for the complete list of new items and their prices.