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What is World of Minecraft?

World
of Minecraft or formally known as World of Minecraft is a custom server created to
stop griefing and to permit user to use special commands that were once
denied to them in normal Minecraft.

For a full history on World of Minecraft , go to the following link:

http://www.minecraftwiki.net/wiki/World_of_Minecraft


I'm new, what do I do?

Lucky for you, you are already reading the FAQ, here you will find what to do.
In
minecraft there is no objective. You just build whatever you desire.
There are some rules to the game though, we do not at any time allow
grief/swastikas/other inappropriate or suggestive builds. You can find
the full list of rules here: http://www.worldofminecraft.com/Rules

Why do those players in-game names have a color other then green?



Players
who's names are of a different colors then the default green ones, have
special ranks. These ranks can be achieved by ether building something
that the staff enjoy, or by applying to become a moderator. There is
also the default guest color, grey, this color is achieved by not been
registered on the World of Minecraft site. Finally there is the spectator color, black,
this color is achieved by dis-respecting the rules.

Here is a list of all ranks: 


NOTE: to apply to become a moderator you must first be an in-game member of the World of Minecraft community for a minimum of 2 weeks.



How do I become a member?

You
can become member on the World of Minecraft server just by registering on the site! By
becoming a member, you gain access to the rest of the map for building
and additional commands to use while in game. Exceptions may be made if
you have been convicted of griefing.



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How do I become a designer or architect?

Players
are awarded designer or architect by World of Minecraft Administrators for showing
exceptional building skills. It is not easily earned. There is also a
two-week minimum for either of these ranks. Do not ask for promotions or
ask if your build is designer/architect worthy. Asking for promotions
will only lower your chances. Administrators will  do rounds and look
for good builds.


How do I become a moderator on the World of Minecraft server?

To be a World of Minecraft Moderator you must first meet a few requirements:

You must have been a member on the site for 2 weeks, as well as been seen in the game frequently helping people.
Applied using an Moderator Application
Read the Moderator Guidelines
DO NOT ask to be promoted in World of Minecraft or IRC.

Once these have been met World of Minecraft administrators will then discuss your application and 



Where can I find a list of server commands for the World of Minecraft server?

We have a section called WoM Commands.
It includes a list of commands for each server rank. 
You can also type /help in game.



How do I place water, lava and other special blocks?

To use these blocks you have to enter the desired blocks name in chat.

/water

/lava

/solid

*/fill blackrock(Designer+)

It will then ask you to place rock(the default tile.)

To delete water/lava simply put a block over it.

To stop using the special block type the same blocks name again.



What is IRC and how do I join?
IRC,
internet relay chat, is used by World of Minecraft members to discuss World of Minecraft and
Minecraft related problems, improvements, promotion\demotions, griefers
or miscellaneous chat.
WoM IRC: irc://irc.esper.net/wom

How do I talk in game?
Press T to talk, then proceed to type whatever it is you want. 
NOTE: There are rules applied to the chat box. 


What is grief?
Grief
is the act of destroying/changing another's build. You will be
spectated on our servers and will lose the ability to use our client. 
For more informtion on griefing, go to the following link:



What is a spectator?

A
spectator is a special rank given to the players who decided to break
the rules. Spectator will be unable to use the World of Minecraft client. 

For a full list of all known spectators on the World of Minecraft servers, go to the following link:



Ouch I've been spectated! How do I become a guest again?

If you were spectated on World of Minecraft, you must apply to become a guest again. Spectator Appeal. After
that, it is up to the World of Minecraft Executives to decide whether or not to accept
your application. If your appeal has been accepted you will be put on a
probation. 

 

The probation length is judge by how bad you griefed/broke our rules.


NOTE:
You will have to present yourself everyday of your probation. If you
are to skip a day of the probation you will demoted to spectator once
again.



Can I have World of Minecraft's server software for my own server?

Unfortunately no we will not be releasing the software to the general public for use.


How do I change my skin?

You need to first purchase the game, so if you have not purchased the game, it is not possible.

After you purchase the game:
1. go to minecraft.net, log in, and select 'preferences.' You will see your current skin and there will be a tiny little image on the right.
2. Right-click that image and 'save image' that to your computer.
3. Edit that image in your editor of choice (ms paint, paint.net, etc)
4. Save it
5. Return to the 'preferences' section and use that screen to upload your new skin to the site.
6. TADA!!!

Why do these commands not work on my server?

WoM uses it's own server software. You will only be able to use these commands on World of Minecraft servers.

How do I use the World of Minecraft client in Alpha/Survival?

The
World of Minecraft client is meant for creative mode only, you will not be able to
play in survival mode in the World of Minecraft client. However there are some
available hacks for Survival:

And many other.

Where do I download the World of Minecraft client?
Go to the following link for full instructions:


NOTE: READ THE INSTRUCTION CAREFULLY.

How do I fly?

Players can fly by using WoM's Custom Client Wrapper
In this topic, there are instructions on how to download, install and use the custom client.

NOTE: Carefully read the instructions.



Does the World of Minecraft client contain a Virus?

No, the World of Minecraft is trusted, there is no Virus located on World of Minecraft client, nether has there been a time where it has contained one.

HELP!? My client doesn't work!
If ever your client gives you funny errors that you do not understand go to the following link:
Go to the 2nd post.
If none of those solutions helped, then feel free to start a thread in the Support section of the forums.
http://www.worldofminecraft.com/support_forum

For
additional help or information ask the World of Minecraft staff, you can do this by
ether sending them a private message or by contacting them with IRC.



See you around!
-Valrosse

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Thanks For The Update!

Thanks For The Update!

Valrosse
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No problem.

More updates are coming.

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Organizing the order of the FAQ questions, to a more logical order.