Ascendancies of Antioch (AoA) is an upcoming Minecraft server infusing popular role-playing game elements with a dynamic, player-controlled system of conquest and expansion. Set in the world of Aaia, immigrants, governors, soldiers, and fugitives alike venture from all corners of the world and walks of life to the warm, untrodden shores of Antioch. Believed to be the original mortal domain of the gods, the continent beckons to all new adventurers and conquerors with tales of paradise, riches, and power.
Antioch presents itself to those skilled diplomats able to unite in the face of its impending dangers. Immigrants become warriors, politicians, and conquerors through the might and advancement of player-created Ascendancies, the nation-states which lay claim to Antioch and its infinite treasures. With limited land and resources, an ongoing war which quakes throughout Aaia, and the dawn of an unrelenting nationalism, Antioch sees itself as the birthplace of new empires - and in their wake - the epicenter of new conflict.
This server is highly objective based and founded upon towns working to expand not only their sphere of control but also their military and economic strength. This can be done through the building of functioning structures that would realistically provide resource. Eg. If you build a sawmill it will provide a set amount of logs per day. Towns can go to war with one another for resource points as well as go to war with each other’s actual cities for a sum of resources. There will be challenges posed for the towns on a weekly/biweekly basis that will provide an edge to the towns that complete the challenge.
Conquest
Our server has been about conquest since the very beginning of its Minecraft Alpha days. Enabling players to maintain portions of the continent establishes a sense of importance and better interaction with the server. Conquering the land will benefit your organization with enhanced resources and additional bonuses.
Custom Continent
Antioch Ascendancies features a 6000x6000 customized map with the majority of blocks occupying our massive continent. The continent will be the main source of competition and player-interaction, with the added bonus of a few small islands and atolls surrounding it for extra adventuring.
Custom Gameplay
We enjoy extending Minecraft past core functionality. In past servers, for example, this was enacted through the implementation of combat and crafting classes. In Antioch Ascendancies, we are continuing this practice in addition to adding an array of new features. These features include new custom combat and crafting classes, higher focus on town systems, and custom recipes to add more challenge and promote cooperation.
Server Lore
Antioch Ascendancies centers on the settlement and conquest of the continent of Antioch. Antioch’s conquest is sponsored by the five nations of Ayume, Ketkavesa, RilBaaltos Rial, Andore, and Isartesh. Information regarding each nation can be found our Wiki at (work-in-progress) http://antiochserver.org/wiki. Depending on which Nation you choose, you can select a special Combat Class unique to said nation, though there will be two classes, Elondi and Umlabi, available to all nations.
Ayume
“Honor in sight, tradition in mind.”
Geography: Temperate and mild forests and plains
Government Type: Tricameral legislative body
Special Class: Tselki-Erit (“Warriors of Honor”)
Vast plains, wealthy cities, and diverse lands. The walls still breathe with ancient glory in Old Ayume.
Ketkavesa
“The wealth must flow.”
Geography: Frigid and Mountainous
Government Type: Republic
Special Class: Riavuska (“Air soldiers”)
A frozen land of iron and fire. Vibrant galleons slice the sea beneath smoking mountains.
RilBaaltos Rial
“Fractured but unbroken.”
Geography: Jungle Archipelago
Government Type: Confederation of Tribes
Special Class: Kesacedi ("Lost Arrows")
Vine-choked rainforests and emerald archipelagos. The island people hunger for new hope overseas.
Andore
“The dead have no honor.”
Geography: Temperate Heavily Forested Alpine Region
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Special Class: Tosalinga (“Hearts of Iron”)
A proud nation nestled in the black seaside forests. Young passion drives its armies far
Isartesh
“The land of the Amei shall drape the world in eternal dusk!”
Geography: Arid Desert
Government Type: Absolute Monarchy
Special Class: Megai (“Blood of the Sands”)
Amei whispers the divine over baked desert earth. The blessed river keeps the faith strong.
Combat Classes
Kesacedi ("Lost Arrows"): A rugged archer descended from the great tribes of RilBaaltos-Rial. This is a Ranger/Archer class that has high versatility in combat through use of special arrows, and a few other abilities for escape and kiting enemies.
Tselki-Erit ("Honor Warriors"): An honorbound swordfighter of the glorious Ayumine Empire. This class is a duelist class that is meant to be able to use their skill set to get in and out of fights quickly.
Tosalinga ("Hearts of Metal"): An armor-clad crusader for the might of Andore. This class is a very durable tank that has some very useful crowd control attacks that could easily change the course of a battle.
Riavuska ("Air Soldiers"): An infamous leaping warrior from the bilgewaters of Ketkavesa. This class has incredible mobility and uses said mobility to evade and in some cases actually damage their enemies.
Megai (“Blood of the Sands”): A brutal Isartesh warrior with a menacing axe and a fearless heart. This class is a berserker who can use their enemy’s mobility, or lack thereof, for a strategic advantage in battle.
Umlabi (“Dread Foot”): A disciple of silence and shadows. This is a rogue like class that relies on stealth and poison to deal hefty blows to their enemies, and flee when the window of opportunity has closed.
Sarog (“Wild Man”): An adept martial artist and woodsman of Aaia in touch with the energies of the world around them. This class is a melee based survivalist whom uses this environment and its creatures to aid himself in battle and heal his wounds.
Crafting Professions Metallurgist: Renowned armourers, metallurgists are masters of crafting armors and shaping metals into blocks, doors, and other objects.A wise soldier would dare not be caught without wearing one of their mails. Blacksmith: Spending day and night by the forge, blacksmiths specialize in crafting various weapons and tools from an assortment of materials.Blacksmiths are critical for a nation’s war-making capabilities. Engineer: Engineers are masters of utilizing Redstone to create machinery and circuits.Through the use of plugins, Engineers can create advanced machinery not available in default Minecraft.A city's defenses would never be the same without the help of a crafty engineer. Alchemist: Alchemists can brew potions and can enchant weaponry, tools, and armor.The tide of battle quickly changes when their trade comes into play. General Information This server is Light Role Play in the sense that your character will have a name, a nationality, and a general description. Beyond this you may role play in all interactions and build a character, but this is by no means required or expected. This server focuses on town communities, and their conquest of one another or whatever they should choose to do with one another. This is a player run server, and we are open to suggestions and critique of the server. For more discussion and information on the server you can go to our forms at: http://antiochserver.org/xenforo/ We highly recommend the use of the Conquest texture pack by Monsterfisher. Our custom world was designed with special block textures in mind. The server will prompt an installation of this pack upon logging-in. RulesPlease click here to see some of our rules expanded upon.
Use common sense
Do not grief -- acceptable raiding techniques include forced entry and stealing, but contain yourself to breaking windows and not destroying buildings.
No land scarring: This includes things such as mass deforestation without replanting, and leaving floating tree tops. Please try to keep Antioch beautiful!
Do not build mob farms, tree farms, cobble farms, etc. -- the wilderness should be plentiful (though be sure to replant)
Avoid tunneling mines without adequate support structures. These may be collapsed inward if adequate support structures are not present (1-wide tunnels throughout the world make us cry. Please keep mining to a contained area!)
Be respectful towards others on the server
Stealing/raiding is allowed: this is possible in towns that are not yet chartered! Please do not grief however.
No harassing others
No advertising for other servers
Try to keep the language within reasonable bounds
Do not use mods such as: X-ray, flying, etc.
Put the first two letters of your Minecraft account name in the Biography section
Name: Jameson Harrison
Nationality:RilBaaltos Rial
Profession:Engineer
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): N/A
Personality:Generally friendly, but is a fierce fighter.
Description:6'2" tall
Biography(Optional):Ch
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): Tselki-Erit/Honor Warrior
Personality: Stoic and determined, Aegeus is a mercenary captain looking to make his fortune in the new world. He is fiercely loyal to those close to him and approaches situations pragmatically.
Description: Aegeus is a hardened, 6 foot, athletically built mercenary with dark hair.
Biography(Optional): nV. A former mercenary in Ayume, the expedition to Antioch offered Aegeus a way out of his life into a new world where he could strike his fortune.
Profession: Works with the metallurgists when he is not policing the town/city
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): Tselki-Erit
Personality: Davernius is a traditionalist, and holds the law and honor above all else. He is often cold, and blunt, which may cause people to think he's standoffish, or simply dislike him period.
Description: Darvernius is a large man, both is muscle mass and in height. He has black hair, beard, sharp eyes, and many scars on his body. His face is chizzled, meaning he has a dominant cheek and jaw bone.
Biography(Optional): Davernius is a 25 year old man, who was raised on tradition and holding the law to the highest degree. His father was a brave soldier and knight, who fought for order and law. Davernius often follow in his father footsteps, and will never forgive a criminal, for he believes that once someone has tasted crime, they will never forget it; Once a thief, always a thief (his views are very black and white, and there is never morally grey for him)
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): Kesacedi or "Lost Arrows"[/b]
Personality: Ben is a happy, exciting fellow who tries to be as kind as possible. He doesn't like hate and is more of an introvert. He can be sometimes obsessive and hot-headed, but it is usually over something he loves.[/b]
Description: Ben is a 5'11 male who has a small build of muscle. He seems pretty average in looks. He has navy blue eyes and a blue jacket. His hair is black and his face white.[/b]
Biography(Optional): Ben is a surprisingly happy fellow for what has happened to him. He has been through rough times like when his dad forcefully beat him out of his house forcing him to leave to his mother. He spent most of his time with a bow since he lived far from any other homes. Ben likes to have friends and always tries his best to keep them as he hasn't had many. Ben is hoping to be able to fight one day, whether it be for justice or simply because he was being attacked. He just wants to put his skills to use. Ben also found the ways for enchnting and potions to be quite useful and has practiced it a bit, though has been called a witch for it. Ben simply ignores any hate and carries on with is life. [/b]
Launch will be slightly later today than originally anticipated - we've encountered a few unexpected errors, but all should be smooth-sailing afterwards. We look forward to seeing you all on!
Out Of Character Info: I enjoy long walks on the beach at dusk and I will drop my first mix tape as soon as Half Life 3 is confirmed.
Minecraft IGN: TheArctech
In Character Info:
Name: Azorius
Nationality: Ketkavesa
Profession: Blacksmith/Woodworker if needed
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): Riavuska
Personality: Crafty and good with his hands. Soft spoken yet stern. Loves to build and craft. Prefers being alone with his handiwork.
Description: Azorius is 32 years old, standing at 6 feet tall, and weighing 175 pounds. He has grey welcoming eyes, oak colored hair, pale and worn skin, defined jaw line, and a scar just below his collar bone.
I'm a Mr. Rogers enthusiast and enjoy painting still lives of tropical fruits in my spare time.
Minecraft IGN: ArcaneAutumn
In Character Info:
Name: Tsal Aroga
Nationality: Ayume
Profession: Metallurgist
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): Sarog
Personality: Stern but well-intentioned. He enjoys painting still lives of tropical fruits in his spare time.
Description: Tall, gaunt, a wee bit creepy. Generally quiet but enjoys company. Spends a minimum of 4 hours daily planting trees.
Biography(Optional): Born in Ayume around the time of the Trade Revolutions, born to an upper class family, paid for passage to Antioch in hopes of securing a safer livelihood to support ancestors. Hopes to bring them overseas as well one day.
For those who are interested a guide for new users will be posted that will help explain getting started on the server more extensively than the one in the book you get upon spawning. It will be posted in the Antioch Forums and I will edit a link in here when it is complete.
I enjoy both absurdities and platitudes. As well as platypi.
Minecraft IGN: Ardogen
In Character Info:
Name: Teshal Alreia
Nationality: Isartesh
Profession: Metallurgist
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): N/A
Personality: Dour and a little crazed. A quiet madman.
Description: A wiry, shaved headed, tanned young man with dark eyebrows and loose eyes. Usually clad in simple robes.
Biography(Optional): The eldest son of an Isarteshmi priest educated in religious studies, who later became one of the many temple warriors in Isartesh. Banished from the holy orders due to collateral damage incurred during training bouts, he employed himself in one of the rare trading expeditions to RilBaaltos Rial until fleeing to Antioch after various misunderstandings and mishaps with the war tribes of Rial. Teshal now seeks to devote his life to the Amei and seek the forgiveness of his homeland.
In Character Info:
Name: August Bartel
Nationality: Ayume
Profession: Alchemist
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality):Kesacedi
Personality: A cunning and charismatic man who would do anything for a bit of coin!
Description: A fit man who is very innocent looking but is a total BEAST with a bow. He's rather short as well, standing at 5' 10".
Biography(Optional):
The Meaning of Life, the Universe, and Everything.
Join Date:
9/27/2014
Posts:
55
Minecraft:
xJazzyCreeperx
Member Details
Out Of Character Info:[/b]
Minecraft IGN:[/b] xJazzyCreeperx
In Character Info:[/b]
Name: [/b]Ve'naxmi/Vex
Nationality: [/b]Andore
Profession: [/b]Alchemist
Combat Class: [/b]Tosalinga
Personality:[/b] Outgoing, nice, forgiving but not forgetful, tries to avoid combat confrontation, likes to help others even those who are not of her nation with what ever, she has the heart of a leader and is a mediator of sort, always likes to be busy making potions in her basement or studying/examining nature, animals and sometimes...people?
(Note: this next line is VERY rare in her personality) Don't be to fooled, with such a kind heart her mind can be very dark at times and she will seek the shadows if given the right push towards the dark side.
Description: [/b]Vex is 25 with slightly pale skin from the large amount of time she has spent indoors experimenting with potions when she was younger, long brownish/black hair that she tends to tie up in a bun only when she is making potions/doing experiments, she is overall healthy but her body is slightly curvy, dark red/brownish eyes.
Crafting Professions
Metallurgist: Renowned armourers, metallurgists are masters of crafting armors and shaping metals into blocks, doors, and other objects. A wise soldier would dare not be caught without wearing one of their mails.
Blacksmith: Spending day and night by the forge, blacksmiths specialize in crafting various weapons and tools from an assortment of materials. Blacksmiths are critical for a nation’s war-making capabilities.
Engineer: Engineers are masters of utilizing Redstone to create machinery and circuits. Through the use of plugins, Engineers can create advanced machinery not available in default Minecraft. A city's defenses would never be the same without the help of a crafty engineer.
Alchemist: Alchemists can brew potions and can enchant weaponry, tools, and armor. The tide of battle quickly changes when their trade comes into play.
General Information
This server is Light Role Play in the sense that your character will have a name, a nationality, and a general description. Beyond this you may role play in all interactions and build a character, but this is by no means required or expected. This server focuses on town communities, and their conquest of one another or whatever they should choose to do with one another. This is a player run server, and we are open to suggestions and critique of the server. For more discussion and information on the server you can go to our forms at: http://antiochserver.org/xenforo/
We highly recommend the use of the Conquest texture pack by Monsterfisher. Our custom world was designed with special block textures in mind. The server will prompt an installation of this pack upon logging-in.
Rules Please click here to see some of our rules expanded upon.
Application
Out Of Character Info:
Minecraft IGN:
In Character Info:
Name:
Nationality:
Profession:
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality):
Personality:
Description:
Biography(Optional):
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Out Of Character Info:
Minecraft IGN: Church452
In Character Info:
Name: Jameson Harrison
Nationality:RilBaaltos Rial
Profession:Engineer
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): N/A
Personality:Generally friendly, but is a fierce fighter.
Description:6'2" tall
Biography(Optional):Ch
Out Of Character Info:
Minecraft IGN: nV_Vanity
In Character Info:
Name: Aegeus
Nationality: Ayume
Profession: Blacksmith
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): Tselki-Erit/Honor Warrior
Personality: Stoic and determined, Aegeus is a mercenary captain looking to make his fortune in the new world. He is fiercely loyal to those close to him and approaches situations pragmatically.
Description: Aegeus is a hardened, 6 foot, athletically built mercenary with dark hair.
Biography(Optional): nV. A former mercenary in Ayume, the expedition to Antioch offered Aegeus a way out of his life into a new world where he could strike his fortune.
@GuGGuu
@Zabuka
@Kriegger
@Kenyan_Kid
@Church4524
All accepted, welcome to Antioch! Be sure to register on our website. We will be launching any day now!
Out Of Character Info:
Minecraft IGN: Very_berry
In Character Info:
Name: Davernius
Nationality: Ayume
Profession: Works with the metallurgists when he is not policing the town/city
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): Tselki-Erit
Personality: Davernius is a traditionalist, and holds the law and honor above all else. He is often cold, and blunt, which may cause people to think he's standoffish, or simply dislike him period.
Description: Darvernius is a large man, both is muscle mass and in height. He has black hair, beard, sharp eyes, and many scars on his body. His face is chizzled, meaning he has a dominant cheek and jaw bone.
Biography(Optional): Davernius is a 25 year old man, who was raised on tradition and holding the law to the highest degree. His father was a brave soldier and knight, who fought for order and law. Davernius often follow in his father footsteps, and will never forgive a criminal, for he believes that once someone has tasted crime, they will never forget it; Once a thief, always a thief (his views are very black and white, and there is never morally grey for him)
Out Of Character Info:[/b]
Minecraft IGN:SilvanusEro[/b]
In Character Info:[/b]
Name: Kaidan [/b]
Nationality: KetKavesa[/b]
Profession:Blacksmith[/b]
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality):[/b]
Personality: Calm but humourous, loves building stuff. Occasionally random. Goes off on tangents very quickly[/b]
Description: 1.8 Metres tall, wears coats, has brown hair. [/b]
Biography(Optional): Maybe later[/b]
@jetman25
@heliosalpha
Both accepted, welcome to Antioch! We will be opening tomorrow around noon CST!
Here's a preview of a section of our map. I hope to see all of you tomorrow!
Out Of Character Info:[/b]
Minecraft IGN: potatos123456789[/b]
In Character Info:[/b]
Name: Ben Extri[/b]
Nationality: RilBaaltos Rial[/b]
Profession: Alchemist[/b]
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): Kesacedi or "Lost Arrows"[/b]
Personality: Ben is a happy, exciting fellow who tries to be as kind as possible. He doesn't like hate and is more of an introvert. He can be sometimes obsessive and hot-headed, but it is usually over something he loves.[/b]
Description: Ben is a 5'11 male who has a small build of muscle. He seems pretty average in looks. He has navy blue eyes and a blue jacket. His hair is black and his face white.[/b]
Biography(Optional): Ben is a surprisingly happy fellow for what has happened to him. He has been through rough times like when his dad forcefully beat him out of his house forcing him to leave to his mother. He spent most of his time with a bow since he lived far from any other homes. Ben likes to have friends and always tries his best to keep them as he hasn't had many. Ben is hoping to be able to fight one day, whether it be for justice or simply because he was being attacked. He just wants to put his skills to use. Ben also found the ways for enchnting and potions to be quite useful and has practiced it a bit, though has been called a witch for it. Ben simply ignores any hate and carries on with is life. [/b]
Boyo
@PotatoRuler
@Helcalhun
Both are accepted, welcome to Antioch!
Launch will be slightly later today than originally anticipated - we've encountered a few unexpected errors, but all should be smooth-sailing afterwards. We look forward to seeing you all on!
Out Of Character Info: I enjoy long walks on the beach at dusk and I will drop my first mix tape as soon as Half Life 3 is confirmed.
Minecraft IGN: TheArctech
In Character Info:
Name: Azorius
Nationality: Ketkavesa
Profession: Blacksmith/Woodworker if needed
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): Riavuska
Personality: Crafty and good with his hands. Soft spoken yet stern. Loves to build and craft. Prefers being alone with his handiwork.
Description: Azorius is 32 years old, standing at 6 feet tall, and weighing 175 pounds. He has grey welcoming eyes, oak colored hair, pale and worn skin, defined jaw line, and a scar just below his collar bone.
Biography(Optional): Th
"If you fall, I'll be there"
~ Floor
Out Of Character Info:
I'm a Mr. Rogers enthusiast and enjoy painting still lives of tropical fruits in my spare time.
Minecraft IGN: ArcaneAutumn
In Character Info:
Name: Tsal Aroga
Nationality: Ayume
Profession: Metallurgist
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): Sarog
Personality: Stern but well-intentioned. He enjoys painting still lives of tropical fruits in his spare time.
Description: Tall, gaunt, a wee bit creepy. Generally quiet but enjoys company. Spends a minimum of 4 hours daily planting trees.
Biography(Optional): Born in Ayume around the time of the Trade Revolutions, born to an upper class family, paid for passage to Antioch in hopes of securing a safer livelihood to support ancestors. Hopes to bring them overseas as well one day.
We have missed you Arcane.
We have launched -- sorry for the delay! Good luck and have fun, everybody. May your towns rise in the wilderness that is Antioch!!!
play.antiochserver.org
For those who are interested a guide for new users will be posted that will help explain getting started on the server more extensively than the one in the book you get upon spawning. It will be posted in the Antioch Forums and I will edit a link in here when it is complete.
The forum post has been made and can be found here: http://antiochserver.org/xenforo/threads/a-beginners-guide-to-antioch.19521/.
In addition to this all of the accepted users including the 2 most recent applicants have been accepted and whitelisted. Welcome aboard!
Out Of Character Info:
I enjoy both absurdities and platitudes. As well as platypi.
Minecraft IGN: Ardogen
In Character Info:
Name: Teshal Alreia
Nationality: Isartesh
Profession: Metallurgist
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality): N/A
Personality: Dour and a little crazed. A quiet madman.
Description: A wiry, shaved headed, tanned young man with dark eyebrows and loose eyes. Usually clad in simple robes.
Biography(Optional): The eldest son of an Isarteshmi priest educated in religious studies, who later became one of the many temple warriors in Isartesh. Banished from the holy orders due to collateral damage incurred during training bouts, he employed himself in one of the rare trading expeditions to RilBaaltos Rial until fleeing to Antioch after various misunderstandings and mishaps with the war tribes of Rial. Teshal now seeks to devote his life to the Amei and seek the forgiveness of his homeland.
Sa
Out of Character Info: Ardogen's Lover
Minecraft IGN: declaration9
In Character Info
Name: Weiss
Nationality: Isartesh
Profession: Blacksmith
Combat Class: Sarog
Personality: Cold-shoulders others due to harsh upbringing.
Description: Tall and slender female with long white hair.
Biography:
@Saorsa
@Angelos_001
@declaration9
All added. Welcome to the Antioch!
Out Of Character Info:
Minecraft IGN: Helios_Sage
In Character Info:
Name: August Bartel
Nationality: Ayume
Profession: Alchemist
Combat Class (if not related to Nationality):Kesacedi
Personality: A cunning and charismatic man who would do anything for a bit of coin!
Description: A fit man who is very innocent looking but is a total BEAST with a bow. He's rather short as well, standing at 5' 10".
Biography(Optional):
Out Of Character Info:[/b]
Minecraft IGN:[/b] xJazzyCreeperx
In Character Info:[/b]
Name: [/b]Ve'naxmi/Vex
Nationality: [/b]Andore
Profession: [/b]Alchemist
Combat Class: [/b]Tosalinga
Personality:[/b] Outgoing, nice, forgiving but not forgetful, tries to avoid combat confrontation, likes to help others even those who are not of her nation with what ever, she has the heart of a leader and is a mediator of sort, always likes to be busy making potions in her basement or studying/examining nature, animals and sometimes...people?
(Note: this next line is VERY rare in her personality) Don't be to fooled, with such a kind heart her mind can be very dark at times and she will seek the shadows if given the right push towards the dark side.
Description: [/b]Vex is 25 with slightly pale skin from the large amount of time she has spent indoors experimenting with potions when she was younger, long brownish/black hair that she tends to tie up in a bun only when she is making potions/doing experiments, she is overall healthy but her body is slightly curvy, dark red/brownish eyes.
Biography(Optional): JC[/b]
@xJazzyCreeperx
@Helios_Sage
You have both been whitelisted! Welcome to Antioch.