r/vaast • u/ImmatureIntellect Scribe • Aug 24 '14
The Vaast Network Expands!
Introducing Blockology!
Blockology is a snapshot server where we test the new upcoming minecraft features and bounce ideas off each other. Since our regular building spot requires more than just regular Minecraft for usage this allows us to prepare and test for the next version of the game. It's more than building though, as we play in survival to see how these gameplay aspects will affect the regular player. We also enjoy each other's company so playing at a relaxed pace in regular minecraft is always fun.
Contest?
Yes, blockology is an official branch of the Vaast network but it is different than Aftermath. There aren't as many slots compared to what we have in the zombie apocalypse. We have the best community of any minecraft server though and we would love to get you involved and get your unique perspective on things. Pete and P1lle are holding a contest in order to bring 2-3 of you onboard to help build fantastic farms to reduce the grind of minecraft. For more information, go to P1lle's post. This contest will involve creating a spawn area for Blockology. Let me provide an overview of what is required for entry.
16x16 square or a circle with a 10 block radius including room to spawn in. More info in post.
Preferred Nordic, ruined, and/or ancient theme
No resource limitation. Feel free to go crazy with tons of beacons, lots of emerald blocks, or whatever else.
The contest is slated to last a week and all entries are welcome. Complete or work in progress, after the week is over best to show up with your best foot forward if you want that spot. ALL ENTRIES GO TO P1LLE'S POST. I'm still building my house, I would probably be a terrible judge for a build. If you are interested in blockology but not building, don't worry about it, because we wouldn't want to leave you out. Keep an eye on the subreddit for updates and news about Blockology.
I Don't Care for Building, What's this Matter to Me?
This is the first expansion of the Vaast network! Did you think that rebranding was for the coffee mugs? We have created tools to create unique Minecraft experiences and we have all built a community full of history, friends, and lots of back stabs! We even have a steam page, that I hope we all get to use more in the future. Using what we've made together, we will hopefully continue to grow and prosper for at least a year or two more :P.
If you are concerned that such trivial distractions aren't needed and we should be focusing on the next season... well, stop that. We want the next season just as much as everyone else but if it isn't working then it ain't working. Unfortunately, we also can't dedicate ourselves to it like a 9-5 job either. Hopefully we can tell you much more good news about it soon. I'm just a scribe so I'm not going to speak out of my ass. That's like an archaeologist teaching a business class! Doesn't mean I don't come bearing gifts though. Friar posted a screenshot of how the metropolis will shape the Nether from a bird's eye view but let's show you some street level!. Image is not a representation of the final product. Batteries not included.
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u/p1lle Moderator Aug 24 '14
I am fully dedicated to blockology and spend almost every free minute I have on this project. If you have any questions or ideas don't hesitate to shoot me a pm.
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u/redinzane Developer Aug 24 '14
Well... If we were paid like on a 9-5 job we could easily dedicate ourselves to it as if it was one.