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--- minecraft [2023/12/16 00:21] – [Step 0 - Make sure Java 8 is installed!] melon
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 ====== MelonLand Minecraft Server ======
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 Hello! You've reached the info page for the MelonLand minecraft server; this is a retro casual survival server running on Minecraft version 1.5.2 from 2013!
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 The server runs on Minecraft 1.5.2, you can use any modern client including the official one, just install version 1.5.2 and connect to the server IP! However because this is an old version of the game you may also want to follow the __Recommended Game Setup__ guide below for best results!
 ===== How do I get build access? =====
-**1.** When you first join you will be asked to set a password, do this with **/register <pass>**
+**1.** To get build access you'll need an account on the [[https://forum.melonland.net/|MelonLand forum]] **(Please note forum accounts are by approval only and we don't approve accounts simply to allow Minecraft access - please see the [[https://forum.melonland.net/index.php?topic=1911.0|Thinking of Joining the forum]] thread if you don't have an account)**
-- If you already have a password do **/login <pass>**
-//(If you have forgotten your password, please contact [[https://forum.melonland.net/index.php?action=profile;u=1|melon]] on the forum!)//
-**2.** This will secure your account from hacking, but you won't be able to build yet!
+**2.** Once you are logged into the forum use [[https://forum.melonland.net/minecraft-login.php|this page to set your Minecraft username and password]] - It will allow you to set a password you'll use in-game, you can also use this page to reset your password if you forget it in the future!  (It works with official or offline Minecraft names)
-**3.** To get build access just make an account on the [[https://forum.melonland.net/|MelonLand forum]], then go to your forum **Profile Settings**, and set your Minecraft username in the box! Make sure to Logout and In again if you were already in-game so things get updated!
+**3.** Make sure to logout and back in again after setting your password for the first time - it should say "Welcome back" if you did everything correctly!
 ===== What features does it have? =====
 Most commands and features are explained in game, but here is a quick feature list!
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   * Forum profile searching, Nicknames, and other handy features!
   * In Game Password to stop hacking!
+===== Chat Commands =====
+  * /spawn - Go to spawn
+  * /call <name> - Request to teleport to user
+  * /sethome - Set your home
+  * /home - Teleport to your home
+  * /nick - Set a nickname for yourself
+  * /realname <name> - Search for who owns a nickname
+  * /forum - Opens the forum (except on Mondays*)
+  * /wiki - Opens the wiki
+  * /map - Open a web map of the world
+  * /chatcolor - Sets your own chat color
+  * /pvp - Toggle pfp
+  * /color - List colors
+  * /msg - Private message
+  * /afk - Go afk
+  * /me - RP?
+  * /hug - Hug someone
+  * /password - Reset your password
+  * /co inspect - Query who placed a block
 ===== What are the rules? =====
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 ===== Recommended Game Setup! =====
-This is all __totally optional__, however this guide will get you setup with the best possible rig for plying this server; I highly recommend you follow these steps!
+This is all __totally optional__, however this guide will get you setup with the best possible rig for playing this server; I highly recommend you follow these steps!
   * Works well on Mac, Windows and Linux
-  * Fix Skin Textures (Mojang no longer supports skins on this game version)
+  * Fixes Skin Textures (Mojang no longer supports skins on this game version)
-  * Improve your overall game performance
+  * Improves your overall game performance
-  * Allow fancy extra textures included with the Recommended Server Texture pack!
+  * Allows fancy extra textures included with the Recommended Server Texture pack!
-  * Allow you to use Shaders if you like!
+  * Allows you to use Shaders if you like!
-  * Add a minimap to your game!
+  * Adds a minimap to your game!
 ==== Step 0 - Make sure Java 8 is installed! ====
 **Windows**: Download here: https://www.java.com/en/download/manual.jsp (Pick version Windows Offline (64-bit))
-**Mac**: There are a few extra steps for Mac users - we will install Zulu, a custom Java build that also works on M1 Macs.
+**Mac**: There are a few extra steps for Mac users - we will install Zulu, a custom Java build that also works on Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.
   - Install the Homebrew Loader: https://brew.sh
   - In terminal run: //brew tap homebrew/cask-versions//
   - Then run: //brew install --cask zulu8//
-**Linux**: You can generally skip this step: If you are using Flatpak or Appimage packages to install Minecraft or any 3rd party launcher (like Prism), java should be preinstalled inside the package or at the very least install automatically.
+**Linux**: You can generally skip this step. If you are using Flatpak or Appimage packages to install Minecraft or any 3rd party launcher (like Prism), java should be preinstalled inside the package or at the very least install automatically.
 ==== Step 1 - Prism Launcher ====
 The prism Launcher is a 3rd party Minecraft Launcher and it will help us out a lot!
-  - Download the Prism Launcher here: https://prismlauncher.org/download/
+  - Download the Prism Launcher here: https://prismlauncher.org/download/ (For Win7, check the info [[https://forum.melonland.net/index.php?topic=3010.msg29721#msg29721|here]])
   - Open Prism, select Java 8 (1.8) and select the amount of RAM (4-8GB recommended)
   - Select New Instance - pick **1.5.2** - **also select to install Forge (Pick version 7.8.0.735)** - press Ok
-  - Prism will ask you to login to your Microsoft/Mojang account, do this! (If you don't have an account its not required)
+  - Prism will ask you to login to your Microsoft/Mojang account, do this!
 Extra: If you are on a SteamDeck, [[https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/minecraft/how-to-play-minecraft-on-steam-deck|reference this guide]] for additional setup tips and getting things to work in game mode!
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   - Select **Version** from the side.
   - Find the "Add to Minecraft jar" button, click it and add the Optifine zip - Optifine is DONE!
-  - Download the ShaderMod [[https://mega.nz/file/TRQHXYrK#iGlajCDUhwOSYbrPJAfbMrNhkqHahn9IfAELbByW7mc|here]]
+  - Download the ShaderMod [[https://melons-public-files.s3.amazonaws.com/GLSLShadersMod1.5.2.zip|here]]
   - Find the "Add to Minecraft jar" button, click it and add the GLSLShadersMod zip - ShaderMod is DONE!
   - Select **Mods** from the side.
-  - Download ReisMinimapMod [[https://mega.nz/file/nEBW2aCS#nZWpIHdBqkYFtpVuVEeTzoJzvZuThcd1wVaQJRZ19nQ|here]]
+  - Download ReisMinimapMod [[https://melons-public-files.s3.amazonaws.com/Reis-Minimap-Mod-1.5.2.zip|here]]
   - Find "Add File" and add the Reis-Minimap-Mod zip - ReisMinimap is DONE!
   - Select **Core mods** from the side (if you don't see this, make sure Forge was installed!)
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 ==== Step 4 - (Optional) Shader Setup! ====
 If you have a more powerful computer then I highly recommend trying out some shaders, they will really improve your experience!
-  - Download the collected shaders pack for 1.5.2 [[https://mega.nz/file/rBBDwQJa#3ewHBO_sfXEJRQOBQbl6AmG9XdQ7D2Pkr1v4S50-14Q|here]]
+  - Download the collected shaders pack for 1.5.2 [[https://melons-public-files.s3.amazonaws.com/Collected%20Shader%20Packs%20for%201.5.2.zip|here]]
   - In Minecraft - Click - Options / Shaders / Open Shaders Folder
   - Unzip the Collected Shader zip and put all of these files in your shaders folder!