Second Haven

Second Haven is a welcoming survival world made for players living with chronic fatigue, pain, stress, or life struggles that make connection difficult. Explore, create, and make friends without pressure or exhaustion. Everyone who values kindness and community is welcome.

About the Server

Survival-based, community-driven world designed for players who want more than another grindy server. Build in a kind, collaborative environment. Whether you're brand-new to Minecraft or a seasoned builder, you’ll find clear guidance, gentle onboarding, and a world filled with custom stories, events, and characters.

Key Features

> Friendly, Supportive Community

Second Haven is built intentionally for connection, creativity, and respectful play. New players are guided step-by-step through an interactive orientation area so nobody is left behind.

> Quests, NPCs & Interactive Storylines

Coming soon: Quests, mini-stories, and evolving adventures. More quests and regions open over time.

> Player Homes, Claims & Protection

Every player gets protected land and can earn more claim blocks through playtime, events, and seasonal contests.

> Seasonal Events & Challenges

We run themed events: pumpkin carving contests, build festivals, treasure hunts, survival challenges, and story-driven expansions.

> Performance-Optimized

Second Haven is hosted on fast Paper builds with:
- Distant Horizons compatibility
- Griefing protection
- Lag-free performance
- Multiverse regions (like Hero's Journey, the world of monsters)

> No Pay-to-Win. Ever.

What Sets Second Haven Apart

Second Haven is a place for players who want:
- Comfort without chaos
- Community without toxicity
- Adventure without grinding
- Creativity without judgment
- Quests without confusion
- Belonging without pressure

Many of our players join because they’re looking for something calmer, friendlier, and more meaningful than the typical SMP experience.

What You’ll Find When You Join

Orientation

If you’re new to Minecraft, you can learn the basics, master the controls, meet guide NPCs, and get equipped before starting your adventure or joining events. Our moderators also act as guides, mentors and tech support.

Quest Zones & Lore Areas (coming soon)

Our Quest team is building themed regions and challenges that tie in with real life struggles. Our team includes Certified Peer Support Specialists, psychologists, and disability advocates. The aim is to create meaningful player experiences that are fun, entertaining, and therapeutic.

Community Builds

We host group projects, build parties, and collaborative towns so you can be a part of fun events and large projects.

Survival World

Classic gameplay with quality-of-life perks, smart protections, and player-run micro-communities.

Build Party Mode

Every second Saturday of each month, get access to build kits, special gifts, and the ability t