Minecraft news - The Redstone Update, Aether and more!

Minecraft News - Nether Brick Slabs

Scarilian - "A holly jolly Christmas" - Adventure map

Scarilian Plays Minecraft - The Revamped series - Ep 8

Scarilian Plays Minecraft - The Revamped series - Ep 7.5

"Halloween" - A Minecraft 1.4 Machinima

Scarilianvids; Dragon Test - 2

Minecraft; The Novel

Picking up a project that i started a while back i have decided to create an audio novel version of Minecraft. Please enjoy;

List of entries;

• Entry 1 - Stranded
• Entry 2 - (Coming soon)

List of Audio entries;

• Entry 1 - Stranded (Audio version
• Entry 2 - (Coming Soon)

Scarilianvids Let's Play: S2;06 - The Railway Begins

Scarilianvids Let's Play: S2;05 - The part where he kills you

Scarilianvids Let's Play: S2;04 - Really Annoying Cows!

Scarilianvids: Dragon Test - 1

Minecraft 'Doom' - Weapons Test

The Amazing Spider-man Minecraft Parody - Deleted Scene - Dr. Connors transforms into the Lizard

Scarilianvids Let's Play: S2;03 - Home improvement

Scarilianvids Let's Play: S2;02 - The Descent

Scarilianvids Let's Play: S2;01 - Mining with Mr Enderman

Minecraft: Pocket Edition adds new features

Minecraft for the iPhone, iPad and Android devices just got a little more dangerous as a new update was recently released that adds two new mobs, a new weapon and a host of fixes.

The 0.3.3 update adds skeletons and spiders to Minecraft: Pocket Edition to try and hunt you down and kill you in the darkest corners of the game or at night. Fear not though as you've also been granted access to the bow and arrow to defend yourself against these angry mobs.

Mojang also says it fixed around 20 or so bugs including including a furnace crash, burning world, sapling/leaves fixes and it even adds a larger inventory selection bar.

You can check out the complete list of additions and fixes for Minecraft: Pocket Edition below;

New features

• Added skeletons and spiders.
• Added bow and arrow.
• Added bone meal and flint.
• Mobs can drop items.
• Torches can now be placed on fences.

Tweaks

• Item decay time extended to 5 minutes.
• Boosted brightness slightly.
• Item slots has been expanded to a minimum of 6 slots (minus one for inventory).

Bug fixes

• Crash bug with furnace
• Removed fire (except on mobs in sunlight), only tested for newly started maps.
• A bug where cactus and door placed next to each other would remove the bottom door block (and top one if a 2 level cactus).
• Removed particles from spawning when you hit the edges of the world.
• Stairs now block light.
• A bug where fence gate would not appear in the user’s hand but in the world.
• When a user sood on a slab and created another one, the user simply fell through.
• You can no longer get unlimited diamonds, gold and iron by breaking apart blocks of them and building together as a new block.
• Swords now take damage from hitting mobs.
• Golden tools are no longer tougher than wooden tools.
• The rear end texture where upside down on some animals.
• The D-pad on ipad no longer intersects with the item slots.
• Users can no longer place sugar cane in water.
• Dark green leaves have correct textures when cut by shear.
• Dandelion “egg” fixed.
• Blocks placed on snow aren’t duplicated in multiplayer.

Genderless Minecraft

Notch recently wrote about how his intentions for Minecraft were always for everything included to be genderless and not force the player to choose in a game he views as having no set genders;

"All the other mobs in the game are genderless and usually exhibit the most prominent traits of both genders"


Notch has also revealed that his intention for the 'Steve' character was always meant to be genderless;

"The human model is intended to represent a Human Being. Not a male Human Being or a female Human Being, but simply a Human Being"

He also regrets naming the character;

"I do regret using masculine terms to talk about the default character. These days I try to use the up-and-coming use of “they” as a genderless pronoun"

Back :)

I recently returned from holiday and i am ready and waiting to start on a new set of videos, however i have hit a small snag which i will explain in a video released on Monday - or tuesday.

This video will also explain everything this blog and the accompanying YouTube channel will have in the foreseeable future. Including plans for a returning series, a new series and possible Minecraft community events including all of you :)
Yours sincerely,
Scarilian

Minecraft 1.3 Release Commercial Contest Entry - Old Spice Commercial parody

The Sky Ruins - Minecraft Timelapse

Announcement

The Chicken Series - EP02: Return of the fails!

The Amazing Spider-man Minecraft Parody

The Chicken Series - EP01: First of many fails

25 Subscribers thank you announcement :)

Scarilianvids Let`s Play 10 - Trip home

Scarilianvids Let`s Play 9 - Welcome to the Jungle

Scarilianvids Let`s Play 8 - Morbid reflection and preparation

Scarilianvids Let`s Play 7 - Puff the Magic Dog (PART 2)

Scarilianvids Let`s Play 7 - Puff the Magic Dog (PART 1)

Scarilianvids Let's Play 6 - Everyday he`s Creepering

Scarilianvids Let's Play 5 - Attack of the lag!

Scarilianvids Let's Play 4 - The Storm

"Uploaded during a lightning storm. Watch as I face off a mysterious storm of rain and snow while battling zombies, skeletons, spiders and avoiding magically appearing Creepers while my hunger rapidly increases."



Note; Retitled :)

10 Subscribers thank you announcement :)

Minecraft Let`s Play 3 - Call of the Wolves

This video contains language that may offend younger viewers.

Welcome to episode 3 of my Minecraft Let`s play series. In this episode we venture deep into the cave from episode 2 finding dancing creepers, spider spawners and lots of other dangers along the way. Please like, subscribe, comment and share this video to show your support :)

Minecraft over 2 million sold on Xbox Live Arcade

"Best selling XBLA game ever, in less than a month," said Marcus 'Notch' Persson over twitter.
"2 million!," replied Daniel Kaplan, business developer for Notch's studio Mojang.

Minecraft has sold over 2 million copies since its launch on Xbox Live Arcade less than a month ago.

This means the game is now the bestselling title of all time on the platform, and brings total sales of the franchise on all platforms to 10 million.

"Best selling XBLA game ever, in less than a month," said Marcus 'Notch' Persson over twitter.
"2 million!," replied Daniel Kaplan, business developer for Notch's studio Mojang.

Minecraft has won multiple awards for its unique, creative gameplay and procedurally generated block-based worlds, and as the most successful indie title of all time, has become something of an icon in the industry. (1)

The Amazing Spider-man (Minecraft Parody) teaser

Minecraft Let`s Play 2 - Death is an inconvenience

This video contains language that may offend younger viewers.

Welcome to episode 2 in my Let's play series. In this episode I venture into a cave to search for more cobblestone, chop down some trees and do some work on the entrance to my home. Please like, subscribe, comment and share this video to show your support :)

Episode 3 tommorow :)

Minecraft Let's play 1 - The Creeper Wars!

This is the first in a series of Let's plays that I am doing. Sorry for the delay between this and my last video. Uploading is a pain. Please like, comment, share and enjoy this video and the others that will follow :)

In this Let`s play I look for a good place to build my first house and try to survive the episode without dying... Unfortunately it doesn't go as well as I hoped and I meet my deadly enemy - Creepers.

Episode 2 arriving soon! (Today or tomorrow)

'The Avengers' Minecraft Parody Pre-production scenes

Here are a few really early scenes that were filmed when I first started planning my 'The Avengers/Avengers Assemble' however I change plans to adapt the ending of 'The Avengers instead' Here are a few of the original clips showing; Hawkeye, Thor and Iron Man.

The audio recorded for them has been lost unfortunately :(

Note; I may do another 'The Avengers' Minecraft parody later including this scenes if anyone is interested, like or comment to tell me.

Minecraft Little Blocks Mod Spotlight

"Minature village? Giant looking NPC`s? This can only be the Little Blocks Mod. Please like, subscribe, comment, share and all that stuff :)"



Note; Uploaded in 1080p HD :)

Note 2; New Microphone is taking a while but should be arriving soon, so expect better quality sound in a week or so

Backstory -  All the dirt was made using the Little blocks mod and placed individually meaning the 25 blocks of dirt are made up of a massive 12,800 individual blocks - it took approximately 4 hours building just the dirt blocks

The Avengers Credit Scene - The Minecraft Version

"Want to watch the Avengers ending credits scene? Like Minecraft? This is for you. Please like, comment, subscribe and share this video."


Backstory - this short scene took about 3 hours to complete

Microsoft refunds for Xbox 360 Minecraft

For those experiences the "HDTV connection problem" Microsoft have released this statement.

""We updated our pre-sale notification to inform customers that an HD screen is required for the split-screen multiplayer feature on Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition. If a player does not have an HD screen and purchased this game prior to the notification update, they are eligible for a full refund through customer support."

It seems Microsoft is now issuing refunds to affected customers who contact the publisher through customer support.

Note - Only applies if a player does not have an HD screen and purchased this game prior to the notification update.

Working Minecraft Elevator

"Another quick video showing off a Minecraft elevator I made while waiting to get a better Microphone. If this video gets 10 likes I shall upload a video showing you how to make a Minecraft elevator also :)
Don't forget to like, share, comment and subscribe :)"

Genesis Bomb - Minecraft video

"Puzzled by the Genesis Bomb? This video shows how to activate and use the bomb along with the effect it left behind.



Genesis bomb -
The Genesis bomb is activated using four blaze rods and right clicking, then clicking 'yes' The effect is similar to a reset of your Minecraft world. It removes everything that has happened and returns the player to their spawn point.

Mods -
Minema
Explosive +

A larger variation of music will be included in later video`s :)

Nova Bomb Cinematic

Currently experimenting with the Explosive + mod and the Minema mod. This is the result of ages of work, hope you enjoy :)
Like, subscribe and comment for more :)

Note - My first video with music :)

~ Scarilian

Minecraft.net down?

Mojang employees have currently tweeted that their is a problem with Minecraft.net. Basically the error appears something like: Can't connect to minecraft.net and/or saying its "not downloaded" this has caused hassle from a bunch of players unable to get their Minecraft working.

Leonard Axelsson developer at Mojang, co-founder of SweGUG, has tweeted "Still working on logins, will get it working asap"

It is unknown how long the log-in-problem will remain.

Note - This is not a new problem and the game should be up and running soon

Update - Minecraft appears to be working again now :)

Update - Moving grass

Update - Testing out some new texture packs seeing and hopefully getting a new microphone within the month. Also my first 'Blog exclusive' video, just a four second video showing off the newest feature of the texture pack, moving grass.

0x10c voice-over backstory

Want to get pumped to play 0x10c when its released? This voice-over may be just the ticket.

Notch 'no plans to repeat Minecraft success"

Notch has recently revealed that he plans to focus on "small niche games" following the success of his sandbox adventure game,

Minecraft. Acknowledging the recent success of the console edition of Minecraft, which already sold over 1 million copies, he said it is unlikely he will develop another title as popular as Minecraft.

"In all seriousness, though," he said, "the massive success of XBLA Minecraft has made me decide to focus on small niche games now."

"I don't mean 'small' as in short projects, as 0x10c is a massive one. I mean ones with potentially few players." 0x10c is still early in development, however while no release date is currently scheduled it will be released early to fans as it develops, similarly to Minecraft.

0x10c will take place in a parallel universe where the space race never ended, and features random encounters, space battles, and both single and multiplayer. The title will also feature a connected economy in a similar way to Diablo 3, he states. "The hyperverse in 0x10c is based on similar ideas. 0x10c will still allow offline, though."

100 Individuals :)

I would just like to thank everyone who has visited this blog recently and I hope you all continue to visit in the future. Thanks :)

Microsoft adresses split-screen problem

Microsoft have taken action against the split-screen problem by attaching a message to the trailer below;

Minecraft; Hints & Tips 1 - Light in the dark

"Ever been stuck without coal when you needed it? Ever had to survive the first night without any coal in sight? This quick video will show you a trick to get torches without the hassle of mining and is overlooked by many playthroughs.

Hope you enjoy, be sure to like, subscribe and comment if you like this

- Sound quality will be upgraded in future"

Another update :)

Just wanted to fill you all in with the newest information about my current predicament. I have purchased a new recording software and I am working currently with the inbuilt microphone - unfortunately not the best quality.

A new video is being uploaded as we speak running at about 2 minutes and should be available to watch tomorrow, it is pointing out one of the most missed things in recent Minecraft playthroughs that I have watched. The video will be part of a Mini-series which I will call "Minecraft Hints & Tips" The first hint/tip is about how to light up your cave or home on your first night in Minecraft when coal is missing.

Check list;
1. New computer/laptop - Check
2. Recording software - Check
3. Recording devices (E.g. Microphone) - Needed - arriving 1-2 months

What to look forward to;
1. Minecraft movie sneak peek - before June 1st
2. Minecraft lets play series - On hold until recording devices.
3. Minecraft Adventure series - On hold until recording devices.
4. More updates - Blog is updating more regularly

Future video tweaks
1. Better quality sound recording - Arriving 1-2 months
2. Intro and possible outro - Unknown arrival time
3. Music - Unknown arrival time


I hope you all enjoy.

~ Scarilian

Minecraft Xbox 360 update revealed

4J Studios, co-developer of Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition, has stated what they hope to bring to the game in their next update, giving eager Minecrafters a small look at what they have in store for them in the near future.

Still lightyears behind the PC version of the game, Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition players have yet to fully grasp the whole experience that is only available on the PC. Luckily for them, major updates are in development as we speak, as 4J Studios has recently Tweeted:

"We’re aiming to update to the major PC releases – first one will be the equivalent of the PC Beta 1.7.3 version."

The current version of Minecraft 360 is set on the PC Version Beta 1.6.6. This was the update just before pistons and shears were added to the game. If what they say will be the next update, the game should include the following:

• Pistons
• Shears (used to pick up leaf blocks and shear sheep wool)
• Sheep will only drop wool from being killed while unsheared, no longer from being punched
• Fixed clay generation
• Flint and steel/redstone will be a required to ignite TNT
• The ability to stack fences
• New textures for Brick and Cobblestone blocks
• Redstone wire now will connect to a repeater

It is currently unknown if customers will have to pay for future updates including customising skins and Xbox content updates.

Minecraft Xbox edition reaches 1 million copies

"In less than one week on the market, Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition has sold more than 1,000,000 units globally" (1)

Update; Microsoft have revealed they will not be giving refunds for those who are unable to do the multiplayer due to not having high-definition television sets

Minecraft Xbox 360 review

Well, Minecraft for the Xbox has now been released, so lets go over a few things :)

Gameplay
The Xbox 360 edition is currently based on an earlier version of the PC edition (Beta 1.6.6), and therefore lacks some items and features, such as sprinting.
For the most part the Xbox 360 edition of the game is identical to the PC edition, but has several notable differences and features:

• The player can optionally make use of Xbox Kinect functionality to assist in their gameplay, although Kinect functionality was not available at launch.

• The Xbox 360 edition doesn't make use of the standard crafting interface as in the original version, but still has similarities to the PC's 2x2 and 3x3 crafting grids. The interface doesn't require the Player to place items in the correct place in a crafting menu, but simply shows the blocks required to craft the selected item, and crafts it if the Player has enough blocks.

• There are 8 default skin types, all of which appear to have Steve's face, but wearing different outfits.

• The game features split-screen functionality, however an HDTV with a Component or HDMI cable required for Split-Screen play. Up to 4 players can play in split screen*, as well as the possibility to play 8-person online multiplayer game modes in split-screen.

• Mods, Texture Packs and extra player skins will be available much later.

• The Xbox 360 edition includes a tutorial mode not included in the PC version of the game. This tutorial leads the player through the basics of mining and placing blocks, crafting, as well as building their first house to survive the night.

• You cannot change a world's difficulty mid-game. You can change it when you select the world for play.

• You always begin a new world with a map.

• Unlike the PC version, each world in the Xbox 360 Edition is currently limited to 1024 by 1024 blocks. This is approximately the size of an in-game map. It is expected, but not known if the world size will be increased along with the updates that will bring the Xbox 360 version of Minecraft up to date with the PC version.

• You can not walk through Sugar Cane.

Controls

The Xbox 360 controller controls:
"A" to jump/place item. "B" to drop/toss item. Right trigger to mine/destroy blocks; attack; toggle switches/doors. Left trigger to place/use block/item. Left/right bumper to change group of craftable items. "X" to open up the crafting menu and show description of highlighted item. "Y" to open up the inventory. Analog sticks to look/move/change selected item. Analog stick press down to sneak/walk.

Achievements

• Taking Inventory - Open your inventory.
• Getting Wood - Punch a tree until the block of wood pops out.
• Benchmarking - Craft a workbench with four blocks of wooden planks.
• Time to Mine! - Use planks and sticks to make a pickaxe.
• Hot Topic - Construct a furnace out of eight cobblestone blocks.
• Acquire Hardware - Smelt an iron ingot.
• Time to Farm! - Use planks and sticks to make a hoe.
• Bake Bread - Turn wheat into bread.
• The Lie - Bake a cake using wheat, sugar, milk and eggs!
• Getting an Upgrade - Construct a better pickaxe.
• Delicious Fish - Catch and cook a fish!
• On A Rail - Travel by minecart to a point at least 500m in a single direction from where you started.
• Time to Strike! - Use planks and sticks to make a sword.
• Monster Hunter - Attack and destroy a monster.
• Cow Tipper - Harvest some leather.
• When Pigs Fly - Use a saddle to ride a pig, then have the pig get hurt from fall damage while riding it.
• Leader Of The Pack - Befriend five wolves.
• MOAR Tools - Construct one type of each tool (one pickaxe, one spade, one axe and one hoe).
• Dispense With This - Construct a Dispenser.
• Into The Nether - Construct a Nether Portal.

Awards/unlockables

• Steve Gamerpic - Mine Redstone for the first time
• Creeper Gamerpic - Kill 10 Creepers
• Minecraft Exclusive (Wood) Theme - Share a picture on Facebook
• A Minecraft Watch - Sleep through 100 day to night cycle's
• I Porkchop Minecraft T-Shirt - Made a Cooked Porkchop
• Creeper Cap - Kill a Creeper with Arrows

Trivia;
May have problems with Split-screen

Minecraft Split-screen problem

"Split-screen multiplayer in the Xbox 360 version of Minecraft requires an HDTV connection, but the game's description on the Xbox Live Marketplace website fails to note this necessity.

Minecraft's description on XBLA does list "HDTV 720p" under the "Local Capabilities" details, but that generally is taken to mean the title will support up to HD 720p, and not as a requirement. In-game, a screen prompts players to "play the game in High Definition mode" for split-screen multiplayer.

Notch wasn't aware that local multiplayer wouldn't work with standard-definition TVs, he tweeted and apologized to a fan today. Port developer 4J Studios has justified the HD requirement on Twitter: 'The inventory and crafting just didn't work in splitscreen Standard Definition - it was too small to make out.'"

For those requesting refunds, you are unlikely to receive them after this statement from Microsoft "in game prompts alert players of the HD requirements for split-screen multiplayer."

Update - Microsoft are now offering refunds

My first video :)

"For my first video I wanted it to be spectacular, amazing and something no one else has done before... Of course this isn't any of those but its a start. I look forward to bringing you all Minecraft video`s and other videos and stuff later on :)

Seeing as this took 154 minutes to upload, please like and subscribe to show how amazing you all are :)

Also, Eek D: Arrows!

Yes... This was considerably random..."

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This video was uploaded for trial purposes and as such has no music, or sound other than the sounds included in Minecraft. Future video`s will include a mix of music and vocals that are outside Minecraft.

~ Scarilian

Update from me :)

By now you are all probably wondering why I have not updated this blog in so long. I would like to tell you why...

Firstly I shall address my lack of updates, and thank all of you who have visited this blog and continued to visit, your support is appreciated greatly and although it may not seem like much it is really helpful to receive support from you all. I have currently purchased a new computer/laptop and I am spending quiet a lot of money right now to bring you the best that I can give you, I have so much planned right now and so much to keep track of that unfortunately the blog has suffered a little with my absence. Don't worry, the blog will return to its prior state after I have finished with the complicated work I am doing to get the blog and video`s up and running.

From my picture the eagle-eyed amongst you have probably noticed I have a new Minecraft skin. This is due to the old one being stranded on my previous laptop with no chance of return. I would like to note also that the background is not from any filming I am currently doing, I just liked the look of the Stronghold.

I should also address something which you have all probably being dying to here about, a Minecraft video. I am currently working on what will probably be a considerably long Minecraft project based off a film which I am very interested in - yet may differ from the plot substantially. (From which you can probably expect a short sneak peek by June - though it may be considerably rough) Along with this there is also a planned Minecraft Lets Play and Minecraft Adventure Series starting in the later half of this year.

Check list;
1. New computer/laptop - Check
2. Recording software - Trial only as of now - potentially full software in 1-2 months
3. Recording devices (E.g. Microphone) - Needed - arriving 1-2 months

What to look forward to;
1. Minecraft movie sneak peek - before June 1st
2. Minecraft lets play series - On hold until recording software and recording devices.
3. Minecraft Adventure series - On hold until recording software and recording devices.
4. More updates - Blog will be updated more regularly when I have finished sorted out the current Computer/Laptop situation

~ Scarilian

Minecraft Day Two

Continuing from where they left off last time, its day two in the real life version of Minecraft

Minecraft Day 1

Minecraft Day 1 is a live action version of what Minecraft would be like in real life. Watch as our hero faces his first day and Zombies. Check it out;

Minecraft Golf (And other weird fan golf maps)

A new variation of Minecraft has appeared, created by Tom Scott. Check out his version of Minecraft Golf, and Golf variations of varying other TV shows and games including Portal and Crystal Maze.

More Xbox Minecraft News

Recently more information regarding the release of Minecraft for the Xbox has been released. Features include;

• A guide showing you how to build things within the game
• 'Reminders' of what you currently have and what else is needed before the crafting is complete Will separate items into specific categories, such as “Home” or “Tools”
• The game will automatically craft your items (if you have them) into your desired build and places them in your inventory
• A tutorial will help a player survive the first night of the game
• The game will host 4 play split-screen co-op on one TV
• You’ll be able to connect with up to eight players online in a single world server.

Minecraft wins 2011 'NAViGaTR' game of the year award

Yes, it is indeed 2012 currently however ‘NAViGaTR’ the ‘National Academy of Video Game Testers and Reviewers corp’ have recently announced the winners in 53 different categories. Minecraft was amongst them, Minecraft is the first game to win Game of the Year without winning any other awards. The closest to this feat dates back to the first awards year in 2011, when Grand Theft Auto III won only two awards (Game of the Year, Outstanding Action Game Sequel).

The Awards are voted on by 640 game reviewers and testers, and are meant to represent the opinions of real gamers

Minecraft`s Magic Kingdom

Another map feature today. This time it is a recreation of the Magic kingdom from Disneyland. Be sure to check out the Minecraft version of this stunning location featuring; the Contemporary Resort and Convention Centre, Main Street USA, Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, Splash Mountain and Thunder Mountain Railroad, Adventure Land, Jungle Cruise, Tomorrow land, Space Mountain and Fantasyland by clicking Here.

Minecraft - Ending text with narration

If you have not already beaten Minecraft i suggest playing it legit. But for those who have, below is the ending narration with text.

Minecraft; The Novel - Entry 1

“One may say the eternal mystery of the world is its comprehensibility” – Albert Einstein

The sea rolled slowly, mist had rolled in and the sun was rising slowly as I awoke, gasping for air as I crawled onto the beach. I choked, coughing up the sea water which had been in my lungs. My first thoughts of terror had to be pushed aside quickly; I was lost, trapped on some deserted island. The sun was rising quickly... too quickly. If I was still on earth then the geostationary orbit had certainly been messed up.

“Where am I?” I shouted but only the slow rolling waves responded. There was a rustle in the nearby tree, it was a Spider. A huge spider, my mind was made up instantly, this couldn’t be Earth. The spider was massive compared to regular spiders which I had been so accustomed to seeing back on Earth. It screeched and I lashed at it with my fist, leaving it with a clawed scar.

It leapt forward and i jumped back instinctively between the nearby trees. The spiders glare penetrated my mind, its red eyes staring blankly at me before it turned and scuttled away through the undergrowth. The shock had scared me into thinking more about where I was. If this wasn’t Earth then where was it? From what little I remembered of my life on Earth no planet encountered was like this, even the most recent planets only showed some forms of undeveloped life forms. As I thought about Earth, the less I seemed to be able to remember.

By the time I had finished mussing over my previous life, the sun had reached its optimum height, and it was midday. I scanned the area again; the spider was nowhere to be seen. My stomach grumbled and I reluctantly began searching again for food. I walked until I came to a clearing, a sheep grazed on some grass, a cow plodded slowly along beside it. I felt my stomach groan and my health fade away as I collapsed from malnutrition, the effects of many days of starvation happening in what felt like mere minutes.

I was moments away from starvation; I had no choice... at least that’s what I would keep telling myself after. I had never killed before, at least in my vastly deteriorating knowledge of Earth, I had never killed. Now I had to. I had no weapons, nothing at all; the cow was less than a meter away grazing next to the sheep. I crawled over quickly and using my remaining strength, I pounced. When it was done, my hands were sore and I held several pieces of raw beef. I ate a piece and immediately threw up over the cow carcass that remained lying beside me.

In a last minute choice I quickly stripped the cow of leather. It took me till mid-evening but i had finally finished. I had constructed a make-shift rucksack. I quickly put my remaining piece of raw beef into the pack and continued onwards. I needed a weapon; my experience with the cow was something I didn’t want to have to go through. The blood stained my clothes and the cold was sapping my strength.

I searched for some twigs and quickly gathered some along with some nearby cobblestone. I quickly crafted some weapons. My short time in boy scouts paying off immensely as I looked at my new stone axe, sword and shovel. The sun was setting, the day had gone quickly and the moon was already rising. I needed somewhere to stay. I quickly ran for cover, hiding inside a nearby cave.

The sun disappeared and I waited for my eyes to adjust to the darkness that now enveloped me. I heard a scuttling noise behind me. It was a spider, the same spider in fact, its red eyes glaring. The small cut i had made earlier was still there. It seemed to be savouring the moment as it scuttled forwards, then it jumped. I slid back but the beast landed on one of my legs causing me to scream.

I felt my head hit against the stone behind me. I was cornered, and I felt dizzy; I felt the world spinning as the spider prepared to jump again. It jumped. I was frozen in shock. “Don’t move” I turned briefly seeing a slender figure standing behind me, a thin tunnel behind. WOOSH an arrow shoot past my hair caught briefly in the breeze generated as the arrow hit its target. The spider fell dead as my saviour`s shadow fell over me. “Sarah, it’s just another zombie, leave it” a male voice rang out from the tunnel.

“Give me a second” a female voice rang out as my saviour stepped forward. Her long blond hair rolled down her back like an anime character. Her diamond armour sparkled in the faint moonlight, the bow slung across her arm as she walked forward and yanked her arrow out of the spider. Turning round with a small grin she pointed her diamond sword towards me. “You going to get up or am I going to have to put you down like that spider?”

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Disclaimer; I do not own Minecraft, Mojang or any of that stuff. This was made solely for Minecraft Fan`s enjoyment

Profile - Nether Portal

One of the most difficult objects to build in Minecraft is the Nether Portal. Requiring the use of Obsidian to be built, the Nether portal is made using 14 or 10 Obsidian blocks. They are lit using flint and steel. The Nether portal is used to travel to The Nether.

Profile - The Nether

The Nether is essentially Minecraft`s version of an underworld or ‘Hell’ as some players refer to ihttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gift. The Nether is a dark underground dimension with terrifying mobs that shoot fire and cause explosions. Along with the dangerous mobs there are lava flows, lava lakes and strange Nether fortresses.

Trivia; to enter the Nether you need to light a Nether portal (Made from Obsidian) using flint and steel and travel through the portal which that creates.

Profile - Far Lands

There is a place in Minecraft, far from the normal Minecraft landscape that most players see in their journeys. This place is the Far Lands. The Far Lands were an area of Minecraft that was in Minecraft versions before Beta 1.8 which was distorted beyond normal Minecraft levels. The Far Lands are situated around 12,550,820 meters from the centre of the Minecraft map – which would take players approximately 820 hours to walk to the Far Lands.Upon reaching the Far Lands the game becomes almost completely unplayable due to glitches and lag.

Trivia; A few players believe that the Endermen should be renamed Far Landers due to their slender tall appearance (one of the glitches that occurs near the Far Lands)