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No, griefing is a bannable offense!
 
No, griefing is a bannable offense!
 
=====I WAS GRIEFED!!!=====
 
=====I WAS GRIEFED!!!=====
You MUST claim your build! Grief Cannot happen otherwise. Appropriate action will be taken on the griefer however the state of your build after the grief took place is entirely on you.
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You MUST claim your build! Grief Cannot happen otherwise. Appropriate action will be taken on the griefer however the state of your build after the grief took place is entirely on you.<br>
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For more information on Grief Prevention click here. [[Page:GriefPrevention|GriefPrevention]]
 
=====Where can I build?=====
 
=====Where can I build?=====
Anywhere in the world, nether, and end, that allows you to place blocks.<br/>
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Anywhere in the [[Page:Overworld|world]], [[Page:Nether|nether]], and [[Page:End|end]], that allows you to place blocks.<br/>
 
Do not build too close to other players' claim.
 
Do not build too close to other players' claim.
 
=====Where can I mine?=====
 
=====Where can I mine?=====
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==Box Dollars==
 
==Box Dollars==
 
=====What Currencies does the server use?=====
 
=====What Currencies does the server use?=====
* Box Dollars - The main ingame currency.
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* Box Dollars - The main in-game currency.
* VotePoints - The secondary ingame currency.
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* VotePoints - The secondary in-game currency.
* JobPoints - The third ingame currency.
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* JobPoints - The third in-game currency.
 
 
 
=====What do I do with Box Dollars?=====
 
=====What do I do with Box Dollars?=====
 
You can purchase things using player [[Page:Shop|Shop]], bidding on [[Page:EzAuctions|auctions]]. You can also send players money by using '''/pay'''. You can use VotingPoints using '''votegui'''. You can use JobPoints using '''jobs shop''' or access from the '''help''' menu.
 
You can purchase things using player [[Page:Shop|Shop]], bidding on [[Page:EzAuctions|auctions]]. You can also send players money by using '''/pay'''. You can use VotingPoints using '''votegui'''. You can use JobPoints using '''jobs shop''' or access from the '''help''' menu.
 
 
=====What are Votepoints?=====
 
=====What are Votepoints?=====
 
'''VotePoints''' is a currency you can obtain by voting for Box of Rocks on the 7 websites viewable by using '''/vote'''. You get 1 VotePoint per website.
 
'''VotePoints''' is a currency you can obtain by voting for Box of Rocks on the 7 websites viewable by using '''/vote'''. You get 1 VotePoint per website.
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Click here for more information on [[Page:VotingPlugin|voting]]
 
=====What are Jobpoints?=====
 
=====What are Jobpoints?=====
'''JobPoints''' is a currency you can obtain by using '''/jobs join'''. You get jobpoints while leveling up the job you are in.
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'''JobPoints''' is a currency you can obtain by using '''/jobs join'''. You get jobpoints while leveling up the job you are in.<br>
 
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Click here for more information on [[Page:JobsReborn|jobs]]
 
=====How do I view my VotePoints?=====
 
=====How do I view my VotePoints?=====
 
* '''/help''' and then select '''voting''' and hover over vote shop.
 
* '''/help''' and then select '''voting''' and hover over vote shop.
 
 
=====How often can I vote?=====
 
=====How often can I vote?=====
 
Most Voting sites have a cooldown of 24 hours per IP address and account meaning you can vote on each of the 5 sites once every 24 hours. 2 sites - TopG and ServerPact had a cooldown of 12 hours.
 
Most Voting sites have a cooldown of 24 hours per IP address and account meaning you can vote on each of the 5 sites once every 24 hours. 2 sites - TopG and ServerPact had a cooldown of 12 hours.
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Click here for more information on [[Page:VotingPlugin|voting]]
 
=====What do I do with VotePoints?=====
 
=====What do I do with VotePoints?=====
 
'''VotePoints''' can be used to purchase items '''/help''' select '''voting''' and then select '''vote shop'''. You can purchase Claim blocks, Diamonds, Deep Storage Chests, and much more to come!
 
'''VotePoints''' can be used to purchase items '''/help''' select '''voting''' and then select '''vote shop'''. You can purchase Claim blocks, Diamonds, Deep Storage Chests, and much more to come!
 
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Click here for more information on [[Page:VotingPlugin|voting]]
 
==Shops==
 
==Shops==
 
====Where are the shops?====
 
====Where are the shops?====
* You can access player-made shops by using '''/warp ''' select [[Page:ShoppingDistrict|Shopping District]] and [[Page:Grotto|Grotto]] to teleport to the shopping district.  
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* You can access player-made shops by using '''/warp ''' select [[Page:ShoppingDistrict|Shopping District]] and [[Page:Grotto|Grotto]] to teleport to the [[Page:ShoppingDistrict|shopping district]].  
 
* You can view what is for sale, how much and quantities available by using '''/shop'''.
 
* You can view what is for sale, how much and quantities available by using '''/shop'''.
 
====How do I make a shop?====
 
====How do I make a shop?====
 
You first need to place a sign on a chest. On the first line type [Shop], 2nd line the qty you are selling, 3rd line the price. You then need to hit the sign with the item you wish to sell.
 
You first need to place a sign on a chest. On the first line type [Shop], 2nd line the qty you are selling, 3rd line the price. You then need to hit the sign with the item you wish to sell.
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Click here for more information on [[Page:Shop|shops]]
 
====How much should I sell stuff for?====
 
====How much should I sell stuff for?====
 
Visit player shops to get a good idea for what to sell your items for.  
 
Visit player shops to get a good idea for what to sell your items for.  
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==Staff==
 
==Staff==
 
=====Who is a staff member?=====
 
=====Who is a staff member?=====
[[Staff|Click here to view our Staff Team!]]
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[[Page:Staff|Click here to view the Staff Team!]]
 
=====How do I become a staff member?=====
 
=====How do I become a staff member?=====
 
How do I apply for Staff?
 
How do I apply for Staff?
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* Admins can do most everything except shutdown the server.
 
* Admins can do most everything except shutdown the server.
 
* Owner and HeadAdmins can do everything.
 
* Owner and HeadAdmins can do everything.
=====How do I know who's a staff member ingame?=====
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=====How do I know who's a staff member in-game?=====
The [[Page:AnimatedTabList|tablist]] displays all staff members in-game and of those how many are on duty. Use '''staff''' To look who is in-game and specifically who is on duty if you ever need a staff member's help!
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The [[Page:AnimatedTabList|tablist]] displays all staff members in-game and of those how many are on duty. Use '''/staff''' To look who is in-game and specifically who is on duty if you ever need a [[Page:Staff|staff]] member's help!
  
 
== I DIED!!! ADSHSAGFDSBFDSJG? ==
 
== I DIED!!! ADSHSAGFDSBFDSJG? ==
You can use the command '''/back'''. Unfortunately it is not our problem if you forgot to set a home beforehand. You can attempt to contact an online [[Admin]] to get yourself teleported back to your home.
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You can use the command '''/back'''. Unfortunately it is not our problem if you forgot to set a home beforehand. You may contact an online [[Page:Staff|Staff member]] to get yourself teleported back to your home.
  
 
==How do I make money?==
 
==How do I make money?==
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*[[Page:TryMe|Trivia]]
 
*[[Page:TryMe|Trivia]]
 
*Trading
 
*Trading
*Competitions
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*[[Page:BuildCompetitionEvent|Competitions]]
 
*[[Events|Events]]
 
*[[Events|Events]]
 
*[[Page:PhatLoot|Daily Loot Chest]]
 
*[[Page:PhatLoot|Daily Loot Chest]]
 
*[[Page:PhatLoot|Hidden Easter Eggs]]
 
*[[Page:PhatLoot|Hidden Easter Eggs]]
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*Kill the EnderDragon
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*Fishing Competitions
  
 
==How do I appeal a Ban?==
 
==How do I appeal a Ban?==
 
You don’t. Permanent bans are issued based on a lot of time checking, rechecking, and checking again to make 100% sure you were cheating! Nothing warrants any more of our time arguing. Too much wasted time has already been invested in making sure we are 100% right!
 
You don’t. Permanent bans are issued based on a lot of time checking, rechecking, and checking again to make 100% sure you were cheating! Nothing warrants any more of our time arguing. Too much wasted time has already been invested in making sure we are 100% right!

Latest revision as of 21:22, 20 May 2021

FAQ

Quick overview to many frequently asked questions:

Building, Mining and Collecting

Is griefing allowed on this server?

No, griefing is a bannable offense!

I WAS GRIEFED!!!

You MUST claim your build! Grief Cannot happen otherwise. Appropriate action will be taken on the griefer however the state of your build after the grief took place is entirely on you.
For more information on Grief Prevention click here. GriefPrevention

Where can I build?

Anywhere in the world, nether, and end, that allows you to place blocks.
Do not build too close to other players' claim.

Where can I mine?

Inside the MiningWorld and the MiningNetherWorld. These worlds are reset monthly.

Box Dollars

What Currencies does the server use?
  • Box Dollars - The main in-game currency.
  • VotePoints - The secondary in-game currency.
  • JobPoints - The third in-game currency.
What do I do with Box Dollars?

You can purchase things using player Shop, bidding on auctions. You can also send players money by using /pay. You can use VotingPoints using votegui. You can use JobPoints using jobs shop or access from the help menu.

What are Votepoints?

VotePoints is a currency you can obtain by voting for Box of Rocks on the 7 websites viewable by using /vote. You get 1 VotePoint per website. Click here for more information on voting

What are Jobpoints?

JobPoints is a currency you can obtain by using /jobs join. You get jobpoints while leveling up the job you are in.
Click here for more information on jobs

How do I view my VotePoints?
  • /help and then select voting and hover over vote shop.
How often can I vote?

Most Voting sites have a cooldown of 24 hours per IP address and account meaning you can vote on each of the 5 sites once every 24 hours. 2 sites - TopG and ServerPact had a cooldown of 12 hours. Click here for more information on voting

What do I do with VotePoints?

VotePoints can be used to purchase items /help select voting and then select vote shop. You can purchase Claim blocks, Diamonds, Deep Storage Chests, and much more to come! Click here for more information on voting

Shops

Where are the shops?

  • You can access player-made shops by using /warp select Shopping District and Grotto to teleport to the shopping district.
  • You can view what is for sale, how much and quantities available by using /shop.

How do I make a shop?

You first need to place a sign on a chest. On the first line type [Shop], 2nd line the qty you are selling, 3rd line the price. You then need to hit the sign with the item you wish to sell. Click here for more information on shops

How much should I sell stuff for?

Visit player shops to get a good idea for what to sell your items for.

But no one is selling my items

If that's the case, then take a wild shot at how much you think your item is worth! People might just buy it and start selling around your price if they ever get any spares!

How do I get people to come to my shop?

First off, keep your shop well stocked. If someone is looking for a particular item in chat let them know you sell it at your shop.

Someone is selling lower than me, what do I do?

Do what you want to do. Sell lower or buy all of their stock and sell it.

I don't want money, I want to trade items... How?

You can also setup your chest shop as a barter chest. On the first line type [Shop], 2nd line the qty you are selling, 3rd line the qty you are trading for, 4th line type [barter]. You then need to hit the sign with the item you wish to sell, then hit the sign again with the item you are trading/bartering for.

Staff

Who is a staff member?

Click here to view the Staff Team!

How do I become a staff member?

How do I apply for Staff? If you are interested in a staff position, go to the forum, topic Staff Positions, and submit your name and what capacity you would be interested in. When there is a need for a staff position to be filled the owner will select with the input of current staff. Requirements: Administer to the server at least 10 hours a week and have Google Hangouts as an offline form of communication.

What powers do staff have?
  • Builders have the ability to create builds for the server. Assist players with build ideas but NEVER is creative used or WorldEdit used in this circumstance.
  • Moderators can mute people for breaking rules can also tp to players, check for inappropriate paintings, signs, and builds, mute, kick players, and much more.
  • Admins can do most everything except shutdown the server.
  • Owner and HeadAdmins can do everything.
How do I know who's a staff member in-game?

The tablist displays all staff members in-game and of those how many are on duty. Use /staff To look who is in-game and specifically who is on duty if you ever need a staff member's help!

I DIED!!! ADSHSAGFDSBFDSJG?

You can use the command /back. Unfortunately it is not our problem if you forgot to set a home beforehand. You may contact an online Staff member to get yourself teleported back to your home.

How do I make money?

How do I appeal a Ban?

You don’t. Permanent bans are issued based on a lot of time checking, rechecking, and checking again to make 100% sure you were cheating! Nothing warrants any more of our time arguing. Too much wasted time has already been invested in making sure we are 100% right!

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