A Minecraft server that feels like home


about


WELCOME TO ONYX SMP
A Minecraft Java server with the perfect blend of vanilla experience enhanced by QoL features and exciting datapacks such as crafting tweaks, additional structures, improved advancements, and more!
Our greatest inspiration is the Hermitcraft server, and we put a lot of focus on fostering a tight-knit community. Whether you're a seasoned builder, competitive fighter, humble farmer, or simply looking for a place to call home, Onyx SMP offers something for everyone.Our server has an array of enticing features! From special districts (think shopping, minigames...) to monthly building challenges, quests, special events, and even an MCC-inspired championship!PLUGINS
Onyx SMP is a semi-vanilla server, meaning it doesn't require you to download any mods but still offers a plethora of quality-of-life plugins and game-enhancing datapacks.
The most notable are CoreProtect, VanillaTweeks, Dynmap, EssentialsX, Anti-MobGrief, DiscordSRV, Graves, Gsit, ArmorStatues, B&C Advancements, TownsAndTowers, and more!SEASON 1
We're here for the long haul – there's never a planned "end of the season." We go with the flow, and as long as at least a couple of players enjoy the server, we go on.
Season 1 ended on March 31st, 2024, two and a half years since its beginning. We got to enjoy many events and wonderful memories with a total of 152 players that came through our gates.And we can't wait to start a new adventure with you!

FaQ


Q. What version is this SMP on?
A. Onyx SMP runs on the newest version of Minecraft - 1.21
Q. How can I apply?
A. Follow our Twitter account! We will post a form whenever applications are open!
Q. What are the criteria to be able to join?
A. You must own a Java version of Minecraft and be over 17 years old. We will judge each application based on the effort put into it.

Q. Do I need to download any mods?
A. The only mod you might want to download is "Simple Voice Chat" which adds proximity vc. However, that one is completely optional.
Q. Can I stream/record videos on the server?
A. Absolutely! We support all our creators and provide many opportunities for content through fun events and games!

special events


Season 2
July 6th 2024

coming soon . . .

The Tales of Sonder season one poster

WHAT IS IT
Champions of Sonder (COS) is a fan version of the famous MC Championship (MCC) created and hosted by the MOD team for the members of the Onyx SMP!
Six teams are competing in a series of 6 minigames —some of which are replicas of the actual MCC games— gaining points based on their performance. In the end, the top 2 scoring teams will go head-to-head in a final match that will decide the winner of the Championship.It's a bi-monthly event hosted directly on the survival server, giving the players an exciting event and content creators a chance to make unique content.WATCH
Follow our Twitter page for team and game announcements and links to all streaming participants & uploaded videos!

TEAMS
Each of the 6 teams consists of 2 players:
・Emerald Sniffers
・Diamond Allays
・Amethyst Axolotls
・Redstone Golems
・Copper Foxes
・Obsidian Dragons

PREVIOUS GAMES
dodgebow winner

MAY 2023playerspoints
Diamond AllaysTerrestrial & Athernite☆ 1200
Copper FoxesPyroBjart & Grump_Squid930
Emerald SniffersAlterRein & BeeEverlast780
Obsidian DragonsKaruRose & Bansheeesh715
Redstone GolemsRainbowautumn & moontxns680
Amethyst AxolotlsAzy_Galaxy & Behrri475
OCTOBER 2023playerspoints
Emerald SniffersKaruRose & Sethr3001965
Redstone GolemsAthernite & Textime☆ 1602
Copper FoxesPyroBjart & Grump_Squid1600
Diamond AllaysRainbowautumn & Azy_Galaxy1455
Amethyst Axolotlsnaynaymine & Captain_Ragnasil1048
JANUARY 2024playerspoints
Obsidian DragonsTerrestrial & Azy_Galaxy☆ 1592
Redstone GolemsProject_Cola & TheBlackUnicorn1215
Copper FoxesSethr300 & MrTaquitous1135
Diamond AllaysAthernite & NicoOfNothing850
Amethyst AxolotlsBansheeesh & BeeEverlast820
Emerald Sniffersnaynaymine & Gekumi585
MARCH 2024playerspoints
Obsidian DragonsRainbowautumn & MrTaquitous☆ 1780
Amethyst AxolotlsTerrestrial & NicoOfNothing1445
Diamond AllaysOhSight & Sethr3001375
Emerald SniffersGrump_Squid & Gekumi1037
Copper Foxesnaynaymine & Captain_Ragnasil947

Application


Please make sure to read the "ABOUT" section first to determine if this SMP is something for you! We are looking for a dedicated, creative, and active player base!APPLICATION
Onyx SMP is all about fostering a tight-knit, safe, and creative community so we will accept only great applications.
We look for effort, passion, and care when we read your application; you get what you put in. Keep that in mind.

If you have any questions, please don't be afraid to contact us on our Twitter page, where you can also keep an eye out for any updates! Including closing and reopening of applications.