> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://wiki.z-craft.xyz/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Game Modes

> Explore the different game modes available on Z-Craft

# Game Modes 🎮

Z-Craft offers multiple game modes to suit every playstyle. Choose your favorite or explore them all!

## Survival Mode

The classic Minecraft experience, enhanced with Z-Craft features.

### Features

* **Cooperative Building:** Build with friends and explore the world together
* **Economy Integration:** Buy and sell items in player-run shops
* **Custom Mobs:** Unique boss battles and rare creatures
* **Seasonal Events:** Limited-time challenges with exclusive rewards
* **Grief Protection:** Claim land to protect your builds

### Getting Started

1. Join `survival.z-craft.xyz`
2. Type `/claim` to start protecting your area
3. Read `/rules` for survival-specific guidelines
4. Visit `/spawn` for shops and community areas

### Economy Highlights

* **Starting Currency:** 1,000 Credits
* **Player Shops:** Set up your own shop in the marketplace
* **Jobs:** Earn money by mining, fishing, farming, or crafting
* **Bank System:** Earn interest on your balance (0.5% daily)

<Tip>
  **Pro Tip:** Complete daily quests with `/quests` to earn bonus credits!
</Tip>

## Creative Mode

Build without limits on a dedicated server.

### Features

* **Unlimited Blocks:** Access to all items in creative inventory
* **Building Plots:** Claim plots in shared creative worlds
* **Community Builds:** Contribute to server-wide architectural projects
* **Showcase Gallery:** Display your best creations
* **Collaborative Areas:** Build with other creative players

### Getting Started

1. Join `creative.z-craft.xyz`
2. Type `/plots` to claim a building plot
3. Use `/creative` command for builder tools
4. Visit the gallery at spawn to see showcased builds

### Plot System

* **Size:** 100×100 blocks per plot
* **Extensions:** Expand your plot with in-game currency
* **Permissions:** Add friends as collaborators
* **Showcase:** Featured plots appear in the main gallery

## PvP Arena

Competitive combat for players seeking thrills!

### Features

* **Ranked Matches:** Climb the leaderboard to earn ranks
* **Multiple Arenas:** Different battlegrounds with unique mechanics
* **Balanced Loadouts:** Pre-designed kits to ensure fair fights
* **Tournaments:** Monthly PvP competitions with prizes
* **Spectator Mode:** Watch and learn from top players

### Getting Started

1. Join `pvp.z-craft.xyz`
2. Pick up a kit at spawn: `/kit select`
3. Enter an arena and fight!
4. Earn rating points to climb the ladder

### Arena Types

| Arena                | Description                | Size   |
| -------------------- | -------------------------- | ------ |
| **Deathmatch**       | Free-for-all battle royale | Large  |
| **Team Battle**      | 5v5 team vs team combat    | Large  |
| **1v1 Duels**        | One-on-one intense fights  | Medium |
| **Parkour Combat**   | PvP with parkour elements  | Medium |
| **King of the Hill** | Control the center zone    | Medium |

### Rating System

* **Bronze:** 0-500 Rating
* **Silver:** 501-1000 Rating
* **Gold:** 1001-2000 Rating
* **Platinum:** 2001-3500 Rating
* **Diamond:** 3500+ Rating

## Mini-Games & Events

Special game modes and time-limited events.

### Daily Mini-Games

**Parkour Races** (Daily 2 PM UTC)

* Race against other players through challenging courses
* Win cosmetic rewards and bonus credits

**Trivia Challenge** (Daily 6 PM UTC)

* Answer Minecraft trivia questions correctly
* Higher score = bigger rewards

**Treasure Hunt** (Weekends 12 PM UTC)

* Search the world for hidden treasures
* Compete with other players to find the most

### Seasonal Events

* **Winter Festival** (December-January): Snow-themed challenges
* **Summer Games** (June-August): Pool parties and water challenges
* **Halloween Horror** (October): Spooky dungeons and boss fights
* **Spring Planting** (March-May): Farming competitions

### Event Rewards

* Exclusive cosmetics
* Bonus currency
* Titles and badges
* One-time-use items

## Game Mode Comparison

| Feature              | Survival     | Creative  | PvP           |
| -------------------- | ------------ | --------- | ------------- |
| **Mining/Resources** | Yes          | No        | Limited       |
| **Crafting**         | Yes          | Yes       | Pre-made Kits |
| **Mobs/Combat**      | Yes          | No        | Yes           |
| **Building**         | Limited      | Unlimited | No            |
| **Economy**          | Yes          | No        | Rating-based  |
| **Multiplayer**      | Yes          | Yes       | Yes           |
| **Difficulty**       | Configurable | N/A       | Ranked        |

## Switching Between Modes

You can play on multiple servers, but your inventory doesn't carry over between modes.

### How to Switch

1. Leave your current server
2. Join a different server from the server list
3. You'll get a fresh spawn experience

### Inventory Management

* Each game mode has **separate inventories**
* Use Ender Chests to store items across your session
* Join our Discord to arrange item trades between servers

## Cross-Server Play

Some features work across all servers:

✓ **Account Progress:** Levels and achievements sync
✓ **Economy:** Your credits work on all servers
✓ **Friends List:** See friends across all modes
✓ **Discord Roles:** Same rank on all servers
✓ **Cosmetics:** Equip purchased cosmetics everywhere

❌ **Inventory:** Separate for each server
❌ **Land Claims:** Only on Survival server
❌ **Rankings:** Specific to PvP server

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**Ready to play?** Choose your favorite mode and [join the servers](/getting-started/joining-servers)! 🚀