> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://info.unitedlands.net/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://info.unitedlands.net/faq.md).

# FAQ

This is a page that can answer users frequently asked questions and concerns.

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<summary><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="1f30d">🌍</span> What is this server?</summary>

United Lands is a geopolitical simulation server, set on a 1:500 scale map of the Earth. We have many unique features such as war, economy, custom items, and dungeons.

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<summary><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="2753">❓</span> What should I do?</summary>

Since we are a geopolitical server, it's generally recommended to either start or settle in a town and start interacting with the wider world. Information on Towny can be found in our dedicated [guide](/gameplay-mechanics/towny.md).&#x20;

**Before playing, make sure you read our** [**Rules**](/rules.md)**.** Once you're happy, take a look around spawn and do some of our interactive tutorials to get a baseline understanding of our core mechanics.&#x20;

Then it's time to venture out! Leave spawn with `/warp` and go to somewhere on Earth or the resource worlds.&#x20;

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<summary><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="1f4b0">💰</span> How do I earn money?</summary>

We have several ways for players to earn money, but the main method is by [trading](/economy/traders.md). Find NPC settlements across the Earth map and sell them desired items for cash. Make sure to equip a job while you work to gain experience for [job skills](/economy/jobs.md).&#x20;

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<summary><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="1f3e0">🏠</span> How do I claim land?</summary>

Our primary method of land protection is [Towny](/gameplay-mechanics/towny.md), so to claim land you'll need to start a town.  First gather 8,000G and then go to the place you want to settle. Run the command `/t new [Town Name]`. Once your town is founded you must deposit any extra money you have with `/t deposit [Amount]` to ensure it doesn't go bankrupt. You can add residents with `/t add [Username]` and claim more land with `/t claim`.&#x20;

**For players new to multiplayer Minecraft or Towny, it's recommended to first join a town instead of founding one, they're a lot of work to manage!**&#x20;

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<summary><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="26cf">⛏️</span> Why can't I mine below y45 on Earth?</summary>

In short, it is to ensure the longevity of the Earth map and prevent a reset for as long as possible.&#x20;

Earth is a custom map with custom ore generation, it is far, far, far more densely packed than that of a vanilla map and as such can cause major problems for a server's economy.&#x20;

To prevent this we have implemented a simple rule. If your town does not own the land, it cannot mine it, keeping the map fresh for new players for many years.&#x20;

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<summary><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="1f3a8">🎨</span> How do I enable the server resource pack?</summary>

If you didn't get prompted upon first login or chose not to enable it here you can see how to turn it on manually.&#x20;

* First, go to your "Server Listings" in the "Multiplayer" tab on the main menu.&#x20;
* Click on United Lands and then select "Edit" in the bottom left corner.&#x20;
* In the editor, change your "Server Resource Pack" to "Enabled" or "Prompt".&#x20;
  * Enabled will automatically download the resource packs when you join a lobby&#x20;
  * Prompt will ask you before the download begins.&#x20;
* Click "Done" to save your settings.&#x20;

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