Astra - Revision history

MrTytanic at 19:18, 2 July 2025

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	The second day of EarthPol Astra brought both turmoil and progress. A massive lag spike led to widespread player deaths, frustrating many participants in the early wars and explorations. Fortunately, the development team acted swiftly, resolving the issue by migrating the server to TCPShield, which stabilized performance and allowed the server to handle high traffic more reliably. That same day, PvP was officially enabled, dramatically shifting the dynamic of the server and opening the floodgates for conflict.		The second day of EarthPol Astra brought both turmoil and progress. A massive lag spike led to widespread player deaths, frustrating many participants in the early wars and explorations. Fortunately, the development team acted swiftly, resolving the issue by migrating the server to TCPShield, which stabilized performance and allowed the server to handle high traffic more reliably. That same day, PvP was officially enabled, dramatically shifting the dynamic of the server and opening the floodgates for conflict.

	With PvP enabled, Astra saw its first large-scale clash as [[~~Cyprussy~~]], the [[Crusader States]], and [[Israel]], engaged in a heated territorial dispute known as the [[Levant Conflict]].		With PvP enabled, Astra saw its first large-scale clash as [[Cyprus]], the [[Crusader States]], and [[Israel]], engaged in a heated territorial dispute known as the [[Levant Conflict]].

	= Nations =		= Nations =

Earthpol: Protected "Astra" ([Edit=Allow only administrators] (indefinite) [Move=Allow only administrators] (indefinite))

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Protected "Astra" ([Edit=Allow only administrators] (indefinite) [Move=Allow only administrators] (indefinite))

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MrTytanic: /* Development */

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	== Development ==		== Development ==
	Following the decline and eventual shutdown of Ecliptica, MrTytanic and the development team concluded that a radical development cycle was necessary between December and June to thoroughly analyze and improve every aspect of EarthPol's gameplay, while also introducing new features. After six months of development, the server officially released on 7 June 2025.		Following the decline and eventual shutdown of Ecliptica, MrTytanic and the development team concluded that a radical development cycle was necessary between December and June to thoroughly analyze and improve every aspect of EarthPol's gameplay, while also introducing new features. After six months of development, the server officially released on 7 June 2025 at 8:00 PM UTC.

	== Release ==		== Release ==

MrTytanic: /* Development */

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	== Development ==		== Development ==
	Following the decline and eventual shutdown of Ecliptica, MrTytanic and the development team concluded that a radical development cycle was necessary between December and June to thoroughly analyze and improve every aspect of EarthPol's gameplay, while also introducing new features. After six months of development, the server ~~will~~ officially ~~release~~ on 7 June 2025.		Following the decline and eventual shutdown of Ecliptica, MrTytanic and the development team concluded that a radical development cycle was necessary between December and June to thoroughly analyze and improve every aspect of EarthPol's gameplay, while also introducing new features. After six months of development, the server officially released on 7 June 2025.

	== Release ==		== Release ==

MrTytanic: /* Release */

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	== Release ==		== Release ==
	EarthPol Astra~~, the seventh major version of the geopolitical Minecraft server EarthPol, officially launched~~ on June 7, 2025~~, marking~~ a major ~~turning point for~~ the server’s development and ~~vision. The release was headlined by a virtual~~ EarthPol Launch Party, ~~hosted~~ by ~~MrTytanic (Owner) and Bustun (Lead Developer)~~. ~~The~~ event ~~drew 97 attendees~~, ~~where the duo revealed EarthPol’s~~ new ~~direction~~, gameplay features, and ~~teased upcoming content designed to expand~~ the ~~server's roleplaying, PvP,~~ and ~~nation-building experiences~~.		The release of EarthPol Astra on June 7, 2025 marked a major milestone in the server’s history, setting the tone for a new era of geopolitical diplomacy and community-driven development. To celebrate the occasion, [[MrTytanic]] and [[Bustun]] hosted the [[EarthPol Launch Party]], a live in-game event attended by 97 players. During the event, they unveiled a bold new vision for EarthPol, introduced innovative gameplay features, and offered a preview of future updates planned for the Astra era and beyond. This moment served not only as a welcome to returning players but also as a way to introduce EarthPol to new players.

	~~In anticipation of the~~ launch, MrTytanic ~~hid a number of "Explorer’s~~ Caches~~" across~~ the map~~, each containing~~ a collectible book, an enchanted trident, and 64 golden carrots, ~~sparking excitement among early adventurers~~.		Excitement was already brewing prior to launch, as MrTytanic had hidden several [[Explorer's Caches]] throughout the map to reward early explorers. These caches included a collectible lore book, an enchanted trident, and 64 golden carrots, creating an incentive for players to explore the 1:326 scale map. The treasure hunt contributed to a sense of mystery and adventure that defined the opening days of the server.

	~~Despite careful planning~~, the ~~server experienced significant lag during the first hours of~~ launch ~~due to an overwhelming influx of~~ over 350 players on Day 1 ~~alone~~. To ~~stabilize gameplay~~, the player ~~cap~~ was ~~set~~ to ~~200~~, ~~which greatly improved performance~~ and ~~made~~ the ~~server playable~~.		However, the launch was not without its challenges. With over 350 players joining on Day 1, the server experienced severe lag, particularly in the early hours. To maintain a stable experience, the player count was capped at 200, a decision that ultimately allowed gameplay to continue smoothly as the initial chaos settled. Despite the technical hurdles, the community quickly sprang into action, laying the foundations for towns and nations across the map.

	~~The~~ first towns ~~were~~ quickly ~~established:~~		Within hours, the first towns began to emerge. Berlin, founded by [[DonutSlayer49]], was the very first town established, followed shortly by Königsberg, created by [[Alytus]], and Shop, founded by [[Yamxn]]. These early settlements laid the groundwork for the geopolitical structures that would soon follow. Nation-building quickly took off as well, with the [[Hokkaido Republic]] by [[0xBit]] becoming the first official nation, followed by the [[German Confederation]] led by DonutSlayer49, and the [[United States]], created by [[Toast_Quite]].

	1. ~~Berlin~~, ~~founded~~ by ~~[[DonutSlayer49]]~~		The second day of EarthPol Astra brought both turmoil and progress. A massive lag spike led to widespread player deaths, frustrating many participants in the early wars and explorations. Fortunately, the development team acted swiftly, resolving the issue by migrating the server to TCPShield, which stabilized performance and allowed the server to handle high traffic more reliably. That same day, PvP was officially enabled, dramatically shifting the dynamic of the server and opening the floodgates for conflict.

	~~2. Königsberg~~, ~~founded by~~ [[~~Alytus~~]]		With PvP enabled, Astra saw its first large-scale clash as [[Cyprussy]], the [[Crusader States]], and [[Israel]], engaged in a heated territorial dispute known as the [[Levant Conflict]].

	~~3. Shop~~, ~~founded by [[Yamxn]]~~

	~~Nations were also rapidly formed, with:~~

	~~1. [[Hokkaido]], founded by [[0xBit]]~~

	~~2. [[German Confederation]], founded by [[DonutSlayer49]]~~

	3. [[~~United~~ States]], ~~founded by~~ [[~~Toast_Quite~~]]

	On Day 2, a major lag spike caused multiple player deaths across the map. This issue was resolved after EarthPol switched to TCPShield, which improved server stability significantly. PvP was officially enabled on the same day, ~~immediately leading to~~ a ~~dramatic three-way conflict between~~ the ~~towns of Gaza, [[Cyprussy]], and Jerusalem,~~ [[~~Israel~~]].

	= Nations =		= Nations =

MrTytanic at 04:16, 9 June 2025

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-Astra (also known as Version 7) is the current and upcoming version of [[EarthPol]]. It will be released on 7th June 2025 and plans to last indefinitely. The name 'Astra' is derived from the Latin phrase Ad Astra, meaning 'to the stars.' It symbolizes the version's six-month-long development, the longest and most ambitious in EarthPol's history.
+Astra (also known as Version 7) is the current version of [[EarthPol]] and was released on 7th June 2025. The name 'Astra' is derived from the Latin phrase Ad Astra, meaning 'to the stars.' It symbolizes the version's six-month-long development, the longest and most ambitious in EarthPol's history.
 === Categories ===
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 == Development ==
 Following the decline and eventual shutdown of Ecliptica, MrTytanic and the development team concluded that a radical development cycle was necessary between December and June to thoroughly analyze and improve every aspect of EarthPol's gameplay, while also introducing new features. After six months of development, the server will officially release on 7 June 2025.
 = Nations =

AkselV: The Anglo Celtic Union / North Atlantic Union, announced they wont be creating the nation this version.

2025-05-13T18:35:03Z

The Anglo Celtic Union / North Atlantic Union, announced they wont be creating the nation this version.

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	* [[German Confederation]]		* [[German Confederation]]
	* [[Beijing]]		* [[Beijing]]
	* [[Anglo-Celtic Union]]
	* [[Commune of France]]		* [[Commune of France]]
	* [[Kingdom of Swadia]]		* [[Kingdom of Swadia]]

MarshalTactix at 04:14, 9 May 2025

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	* [[German Confederation]]		* [[German Confederation]]
	* [[Beijing]]		* [[Beijing]]
	* [[Ottoman Empire]]
	* [[Anglo-Celtic Union]]		* [[Anglo-Celtic Union]]
	* [[Commune of France]]		* [[Commune of France]]
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	= Culture and Entertainment =		= Culture and Entertainment =
			[[TheImmortalEcho]] has recently risen to prominence in Astra as the founder of the EarthPol Catholic Church. Establishing the Papal States in a small, independent town centered around a grand cathedral, he declared himself Pope Vincent I. Currently the Church is small but its numbers continue to grow over time.

	= Economy and ~~Development~~ =		= Economy and Infrastructure =
			The [[Global Rail Network]], founded by [[MarshalTactix]] has pledged to "revolutionize travel and commerce across the world by ambitiously connecting all continents together through a vast, interconnected system of railways and boat roads."

	== Legacy ==		== Legacy ==

MrTytanic at 02:10, 6 May 2025

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	Currently, there are twenty-seven planned nations to be claimed on Astra. These nations fall into the following categories:		Currently, there are twenty-seven planned nations to be claimed on Astra. These nations fall into the following categories:

	== Major Nations ==		=== Major Nations ===
	* [[Hokkaido Republic]]		* [[Hokkaido Republic]]
	* [[Palestine]]		* [[Palestine]]
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	* [[Kingdom of Swadia]]		* [[Kingdom of Swadia]]

	== Minor Nations ==		=== Minor Nations ===
	* [[Ryukyu Kingdom]]		* [[Ryukyu Kingdom]]
	* [[East African Federation]]		* [[East African Federation]]

MrTytanic at 02:08, 6 May 2025

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	== Major Nations ==		== Major Nations ==
	- [[Hokkaido Republic]]		* [[Hokkaido Republic]]
	- [[Palestine]]		* [[Palestine]]
	- [[Eastern Roman Empire]]		* [[Eastern Roman Empire]]
	- [[German Confederation]]		* [[German Confederation]]
	- [[Beijing]]		* [[Beijing]]
	- [[Ottoman Empire]]		* [[Ottoman Empire]]
	- [[Anglo-Celtic Union]]		* [[Anglo-Celtic Union]]
	- [[Commune of France]]		* [[Commune of France]]
	- [[Kingdom of Swadia]]		* [[Kingdom of Swadia]]

	== Minor Nations ==		== Minor Nations ==
	- [[Ryukyu Kingdom]]		* [[Ryukyu Kingdom]]
	- [[East African Federation]]		* [[East African Federation]]
	- [[Polynesia]]		* [[Polynesia]]
	- [[Hawaii]]		* [[Hawaii]]
	- [[Iberian Empire]]		* [[Iberian Empire]]
	- [[Austria-Hungary]]		* [[Austria-Hungary]]
	- [[Solijad Khanate]]		* [[Solijad Khanate]]
	- [[Lakota Tribe]]		* [[Lakota Tribe]]
	- [[Papal States]]		* [[Papal States]]
	- [[Federal Republic of China]]		* [[Federal Republic of China]]
	- [[The Komi Republic]]		* [[The Komi Republic]]
	- [[Lichtenstein]]		* [[Lichtenstein]]
	- [[SPQR]]		* [[SPQR]]
	- [[Tungning Dynasty]]		* [[Tungning Dynasty]]
	- [[East India Company]]		* [[East India Company]]
	- [[Kerguelen Islands]]		* [[Kerguelen Islands]]
	- [[Alaska]]		* [[Alaska]]
	- [[Italian Confederation]]		* [[Italian Confederation]]
	- [[Cascadia]]		* [[Cascadia]]

	= Wars and Politics =		= Wars and Politics =