DanDerth

I look forward to your update. I'd like to start a new world with your pack. I didn't think I would like it, but I've been enjoying it while watching CilantroGamer's TFC series.

As a starter tip, find a tool that requires the fewest unique combination of steps. For instance, only two hits to line up the arrows. I find that helps build up my confidence and understanding of smithing. Even if you don't care about that particular tool right away, it's a good starting point. Also, did you notice that the green and red buttons at the bottom move your arrow back and forth different amounts? Without worrying about the outcome, practice pushing each one to see how far they move your arrow each time. Remember, if your buttons don't work, your ingot's too cool, or you need a new hammer! (That's why I usually put a metal hammer in so it lasts a long time.) Have you read the wiki on anvil mechanics? It's really quite helpful. Read through it and watch the video:http://wiki.terrafirmacraft.com/Anvil

That looks great. Love the inside with those log beams. How are they semi-rounded? Resource pack? Shaders?

Hey lilmamabear, I uploaded a video for you. Whoops, sorry! https://youtu.be/v24ZGKIfAKs By the way, we've found a bunch of different ores around. We're looking good.

If you're just starting to learn with the prospector's pick, I recommend working with an ore sample close to the surface. This is just so you don't get discouraged with all the digging, supporting, mining, etc. And if it's a nice, flat surface with no obstacles, then it's so easy.

As much as possible, it might be fun to join/start on the new world at the same time. I dunno. It might be too difficult to coordinate schedules/time zones.

I've been on the server every week. I was even on there a week ago with milhouse. However, I've been traveling A LOT. Since the server's been quiet, I figured I'd go on a big exploration trip. Granted, I'm completely out of food. Gonna have to start eating seaweed. Ew, gross! Check out my "comment" on our Enjin website...rather long...sorry...2 parts even!

While you're doing maintenance, wanna upgrade us to the latest build 79.25? We're kind of behind the times!

I think the hickory and oak woods look good together; good balance of dark and light. But if you can find some birch trees, you may like that.

I like the idea of keeping "pottery part of the game throughout all of the tiers." I always thought pottery was seen as simply an early-game mechanic. I'm glad to see it's not meant to be like that because I like digging out clay, collecting clay, and making things with clay. (Thanks again for the clay flower pots!)

I was on there last night for a couple hours looking for minerals. I had no problems with the server, but tons of problems finding kaolinite. Why so hard to find, Kao?

One of these days, I'm gonna build a home around/near one of them, and treat the hot spring like my own personal hot tub. After a long night of fighting, it would sure feel good.

I heard about TFC when Etho mentioned in an episode that he'd like to play it sometime. And then when he started playing it, I knew I would love it. But it wasn't until Generikb and BdoubleO started their series that I finally took the time to download it. (I couldn't stand by while they butchered the mod with their derpyness and ineptitude; I had to finally play it for myself. Love watching those two, though!)

I don't think there's a secret to finding silver. In fact, I think you're pretty lucky to have so much nickel, since it only spawns in one rock type. Silver spawns in two rock types: granite and gneiss. Find one of these covering a large area and prospect the crap out of it. These rock types can spawn below the surface layer, though, so you should dig some shafts at random intervals across your world to discover the underlying rock layers. I've covered over 10,000 block ranges, and still haven't come across nickel or silver (nuggets or prospecting). However, I haven't tried digging many deep holes yet. (Also, according to others, you're pretty lucky to have graphite, too.)

I am throwing my name into the Ursine Nation Life on the Frontier hat just in case a spot opens up! 1. Dan_Derth 2. I live in New York State, so my time zone is Eastern 3. I've used Skype, but not Teamspeak yet 4. It takes 500 units of rich ore to make 5 ingots (however, it also takes 500 units of poor and normal, too 5. I started playing TFC a couple months ago; I'm in the Iron Age right now 6. I've done some test recordings, and would like to record tutorials, but I love just playing the game 7. I've never been a part of a server community before, so I'd like to see what it's like. I'm in my mid-30's as well, and have four kids, who also got me into Minecraft a couple years ago. Now I'm still addicted, but they rarely play! (Thanks a lot, kids! LOL)