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Server Update 2.6 — custom crafts, economy rebalance, and the biggest patch of the season
We refreshed spawn hubs on LuckySurvival, MineWars, and CalmSky, added 12 new custom crafts, rebalanced the economy, and shipped a brand-new tournament mode. Here is everything you need to know — and the changes you can already test on the public branch tonight.
Crafting & Recipes articles
Crafting & Recipes⏱️ 8 minHow Do I Make a Compass in Minecraft? Recipe and Uses
Craft a compass with four iron ingots and one redstone dust, then use it to find world spawn.
Crafting & Recipes⏱️ 8 minHow Do You Craft Sticks in Minecraft? Complete Guide
Craft four sticks from two planks, or find them through several alternate methods.
Crafting & Recipes⏱️ 7 minHow to Make an Armour Stand in Minecraft: Full Recipe Guide
Craft an armor stand with six sticks and one smooth stone slab using this exact recipe.
Crafting & Recipes⏱️ 7 minHow to Make a Name Tag in Minecraft and Use It
Craft a name tag with paper and any metal nugget, then use an anvil to name your mob.
Crafting & Recipes⏱️ 10 minHow Do You Make Arrows in Minecraft? Every Arrow Type
Craft regular arrows, spectral arrows, and tipped arrows with the right ingredients and recipes.
Crafting & Recipes⏱️ 9 minHow Do I Make a Shield in Minecraft? Complete Guide
Craft, equip, repair, decorate, and enchant your Minecraft shield with this complete guide.