I suggest that the server consider hosting a yearly "Purge" event, where for 12 hours all rules and protections on islands are lifted and players are free to engage in unrestricted gameplay. This event would provide a unique and thrilling experience for players, as they would be able to test their survival skills and engage in player vs player combat without the constraints of rules and protections.

One reason for this event is that it will provide an opportunity for players to showcase their creativity and problem-solving skills in an intense and high-stakes environment. Additionally, it will also allow players to experience the true sense of survival, as they will have to fend off other players and protect their own bases during the Purge.

I also think that event is that it will help the the server's community to bond and grow. The Purge will bring players together to defend their islands, form alliances, and fight against others, creating a sense of community and camaraderie.

That's my pitch. Lets do it!

--edit 1-18-2023
It became clear that some are responding to the horrifying original post. Here are some of the ideas that have evolved from feedback:

* Players should have the option to opt-out of the event if they prefer to keep their resources safe.
* Players who have quit the game will not be able to opt-out, as they are no longer part of the community. Their islands are fair game.
* For those who consider participating, we recommend doing a risk assessment and making an appropriate decision.
* There are clever ways to protect your base while AFK. Use your imagination!
* The duration of the event is still being discussed, original concept is 12 hours, inspired by the movie "The Purge" but it could be shorter or longer depending on the community's feedback.
* There are concerns about chat becoming a nightmare during the event and we're open to suggestions on how to resolve this issue, but moderation will probably still have to be in place.
* What about the rules about island farming, pvp, etc??? - That's exactly the point. No rules, no consequences for a short period of time.

I'd like to challenge people posting their opinions on this to work through the emotions the original idea might have initially provoked, and think more in terms of "If we were to do this, how could we do it in a way that is fair to everyone, still remains exciting, promotes the community bond and attracts new players" Saying you don't like the idea or it's stupid doesn't really add to anything.

Yo, it's about to get dumber...

Listen up y'all, I gotta proposition - a yearly event, a fresh addition.
The Purge, it's called, it’ll reveal who’s gifted, when for an hour straight them rules are lifted

Times ta test yo’ skills, times ta show yo’ might - survival of the fittest in an ultimate fight
No more constraints, nothing restricted. An outcome which can’t be predicted.

Now you can opt-out for no disruption, or /sethome in a volcanic eruption (or any construction of destruction obstruction. Just follow these seductive instructions:

Don't opt-out just take control of them Skyblock quitters, who’ve left a hole, In the game, but now it's our gain, Loot and treasure, and then make it rain.

You got a year to strategize, Allies to make and mobilize. Not just about winning or lootin’ the booty, it’s your duty to the community to waive immunity.

Yo, rules are dope but we still got urges, let’s splurge them in them yearly Purges!

 

Absolutely not.

 

yeah 12 hours is too long maybe make it just 1 hour. there would have to be alot of planning and negotiating. all those interesting interactions would be in the works for an entire year!

 

I’d suggest just not hosting it, 1 hour of purge is just an bad idea as it would result in people I’m not playing as items and islands would later be taken or destroyed

 

New idea then... "opt-out" option

An opt-out option for the Purge event could help players who want to protect their resources from being raided during the event and prevent them from raiding others. Also allowing them to opt-out (for a small fee), they would be able to protect their hard-earned assets while also providing a continuous revenue stream supporting the server. This option could also encourage these players that have basically quit to come back and become active again.

Also if players don't return to the game and do not opt out, active players could legally raid their resources during the Purge event, which would help to balance the game's economy and provide more resources for new active players.

 

This will never happen. There are hundreds of reasons as to why not. You want anarchy, go to an anarchy server.

 

it would be funny :^)

 

I'm mean, there might be a hundred reasons but I haven't really heard one that an opt-out wouldn't solve.

It would be so much fun!

 

this is such a bad of idea that it almost sounds good.

No one would like this, even if you implement the opt out option I can guarantee you that almost everyone will opt out. Plus what happens when youre busy during the time? Your island is free game? Some people do activities like working etc outside of skyblock that this would lead to so many issues. Plus could you imagine joining on a day as a new player and seeing this going on? This would make most players instantly leave. The server is meant to be a chill laid back place, I cannot express how much this would ruin the community & most likely run a lot of players away.

I honestly cannot imagine any way you could make a justification on this

 

thanks for making forums entertaining

 

im not going to lie this would be a horrible idea people have worked so hard for years for what they have and this would defeat the purpose of grinding the server

 

In a word, no. The server would fall into anarchy in 5 minutes or less. And unrestricted access to locked islands and all that? hell no. And need we forget the rule of island farming? People would exploit the hell out of it, and economy would be in the toilet

 

Honestly it can't be ruined with an opt -out/opt-in.

Also, the community is already in decline. The visceral feelings you're experiencing just thinking about your hard work being laid to waste is exactly the shot in the arm the community needs.

That's the idea. I didn't forget the rules. That's what the Purge is about. Everything is legal for 1 hour (or whatever duration). If people want to island farm... they have to opt in, and it comes with a risk.

You are welcome, my friend.

 

BIG FAT SUPPORT BUDDY!

 

If sarcasm has a font, this is it.

 

Yay!

Aw man. I don't get sarcasm at all.

 

this is so dumb

 

I think this is an incredible idea! Let us all resolve the civil unrest on The Skyblock Network by our own hands!

 

Oh my god I did a whole rap on this did it get deleted for being too sick or did I just forget to click the post button?