# Firefrost Gaming — Soft Launch Server Transition Plan

**Created:** March 19, 2026  
**Effective:** Immediate  
**Target Completion:** Before soft launch  
**Owner:** Michael "Frostystyle" Krause

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## Executive Summary

This document outlines the complete server fleet transition for Firefrost Gaming's soft launch. We are retiring 9 servers, resetting worlds on 3 servers, and deploying 4 new servers to create a focused, high-quality server lineup aligned with our Fire/Frost philosophy.

**Final Server Count:** 5-6 public Minecraft servers + 2 addon servers

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## Table of Contents

1. [Servers Being Retired](#servers-being-retired)
2. [Servers Being Reset](#servers-being-reset)
3. [New Servers Being Deployed](#new-servers-being-deployed)
4. [Final Server Lineup](#final-server-lineup)
5. [Procedures](#procedures)
6. [Seed Recommendations](#seed-recommendations)
7. [Timeline](#timeline)

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## Servers Being Retired

### Why We're Retiring These Servers

- **Strategic focus:** Concentrating on servers that clearly fit Fire or Frost paths
- **Version consistency:** Moving everything to 1.21.1
- **Eliminate overlap:** Removing servers that duplicate experiences
- **Quality over quantity:** Better to run 5 great servers than 14 mediocre ones

### The Retirement List (9 Servers)

#### TX1 Dallas Node (3 servers)

**1. Reclamation**
- **Reason:** Semi-expert pack, low community interest, dated feel
- **Modpack:** Reclamation
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas
- **Current Status:** Active but unused
- **Action:** Backup world → Delete

**2. Vanilla 1.21.1**
- **Reason:** Generic vanilla server with no unique hook or identity
- **Modpack:** Vanilla Minecraft
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas
- **Current Status:** Active but unused
- **Action:** Backup world → Delete

**3. All of Create (Creative)**
- **Reason:** Internal testing server, not player-facing
- **Modpack:** All of Create
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas
- **Current Status:** Staff testing only
- **Action:** Backup world → Delete

**4. RAD2 (SPECIAL)**
- **Reason:** Retiring after Holly completes her build
- **Modpack:** Roguelike Adventures & Dungeons 2
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas
- **Current Status:** Holly's active build project
- **Action:** **WAIT for Holly to finish** → Backup world → Delete
- **Note:** This is Holly's build — ensure she confirms completion before backup

#### NC1 Charlotte Node (6 servers)

**5. The Ember Project**
- **Reason:** Very low downloads (4.8K), niche magitech appeal
- **Modpack:** The Ember Project
- **Node:** NC1 Charlotte
- **Current Status:** Active but unused
- **Action:** Backup world → Delete

**6. Minecolonies: Create and Conquer**
- **Reason:** Colony building not core to Fire/Frost identity
- **Modpack:** Minecolonies: Create and Conquer
- **Node:** NC1 Charlotte
- **Current Status:** Active but unused
- **Action:** Backup world → Delete

**7. All The Mods 10 (ATM10)**
- **Reason:** Replacing with ATM10 To The Sky (skyblock variant)
- **Modpack:** All The Mods 10
- **Node:** NC1 Charlotte
- **Current Status:** Active but unused
- **Action:** Backup world → Delete → Deploy ATM10 Sky replacement

**8. EMC SubTerra Tech**
- **Reason:** Low downloads (22K), niche automation focus
- **Modpack:** EMC SubTerra Tech
- **Node:** NC1 Charlotte
- **Current Status:** Active but unused
- **Action:** Backup world → Delete

**9. Homestead**
- **Reason:** Overlaps with Society: Sunlit Valley (both cozy farming)
- **Modpack:** Homestead
- **Node:** NC1 Charlotte
- **Current Status:** Active but unused, previously flagged for retirement
- **Action:** Backup world → Delete

**10. Mayview**
- **Reason:** Overlaps with Society + All The Mons (Stardew + Pokémon)
- **Modpack:** Mayview
- **Node:** NC1 Charlotte
- **Current Status:** Active but unused
- **Action:** Backup world → Delete

### Retirement Procedure

**For each server above:**

1. Panel → Server → Files tab
2. Right-click `/world/` folder → Archive
3. Wait for archive creation
4. Right-click archive → Download
5. Rename to: `servername-world-2026-03-19.tar.gz`
6. Upload to Nextcloud: `/Server World Backups/2026-03-Retirements/`
7. Verify upload complete
8. Delete server from Pterodactyl Panel

**Special Note:** RAD2 requires Holly's confirmation of build completion before backup.

**Full procedure documentation:** `docs/procedures/server-retirement-backup.md`

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## Servers Being Reset

### Why We're Resetting These Servers

- **Fresh start for launch:** Players begin at the same time, fair competition
- **Clean slate:** Remove any pre-launch testing artifacts
- **Optimized worlds:** Use high-quality seeds for better player experience

### The Reset List (3 Servers)

**1. Society: Sunlit Valley** (FIRE PATH)
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas
- **Current Status:** Active
- **Action:** 
  - Backup current world
  - Create fresh world with recommended seed
  - Reset server

**2. Stoneblock 4** (FROST PATH)
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas
- **Current Status:** Active
- **Action:**
  - Backup current world
  - Create fresh world (Stoneblock doesn't use seeds — world is all stone)
  - Reset server

**3. All The Mons (Private Instance)** (HYBRID — Staff Only)
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas (currently) or NC1 Charlotte
- **Current Status:** Michael/Meg/Holly's private server
- **Action:**
  - Backup current world
  - Create fresh world with recommended seed
  - **Keep this server separate from public All The Mons deployment**

### Reset Procedure

**For each server above:**

1. **Backup Current World:**
   - Panel → Server → Files tab
   - Right-click `/world/` folder → Archive
   - Download archive
   - Rename to: `servername-pre-launch-backup-2026-03-19.tar.gz`
   - Upload to Nextcloud: `/Server World Backups/Pre-Launch-Backups/`

2. **Delete Old World:**
   - Panel → Server → Files tab
   - Delete `/world/` folder
   - Delete `/world_nether/` folder (if exists)
   - Delete `/world_the_end/` folder (if exists)

3. **Configure New Seed:**
   - Panel → Server → Startup tab
   - Set `LEVEL_SEED` to recommended seed (see Seed Recommendations section)
   - OR leave blank for random (Stoneblock 4)

4. **Restart Server:**
   - Panel → Server → Console
   - Restart server
   - New world generates with fresh seed

**Full procedure documentation:** `docs/procedures/server-world-reset.md` (to be created)

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## New Servers Being Deployed

### The Deployment List (4 New Servers)

**1. ATM10 To The Sky** (FROST PATH)
- **Replaces:** ATM10
- **Why:** Skyblock challenge variant, maintains ATM brand, 1.21.1
- **Modpack:** All The Mods 10 To The Sky
- **Version:** 1.21.1
- **Downloads:** 2.2M
- **RAM Required:** 6-8GB recommended
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas OR NC1 Charlotte (to be decided)
- **Seed:** N/A (Skyblock starts with void + one block)
- **Description:** Start with a tree and one block in the void. Build your empire using ATM's famous 500+ mod collection in skyblock challenge mode.

**2. All The Mons — Public Instance** (HYBRID)
- **Why:** Public version of ATM + Pokémon server (private instance stays for staff)
- **Modpack:** All The Mons (ATM10 + Cobblemon)
- **Version:** 1.21.1
- **Downloads:** 773K
- **RAM Required:** 8GB recommended
- **Node:** Opposite from private instance (load balancing)
- **Seed:** See recommendations below
- **Description:** All The Mods 10 kitchen sink combined with Cobblemon. Catch Pokémon, battle Team Rocket raids, conquer gyms, and automate everything.

**3. MYTHCRAFT 5** (FIRE PATH)
- **Why:** Magic/adventure/exploration focus, fills the "magic for non-tech players" gap
- **Modpack:** MYTHCRAFT 5
- **Version:** 1.21.1 (NeoForge)
- **Downloads:** 196K
- **RAM Required:** 8GB minimum (Extra Large pack)
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas OR NC1 Charlotte (to be decided)
- **Seed:** See recommendations below
- **Description:** Expansive adventure modpack with 1000+ structures, custom quests, skill progression, overhauled combat, and magic/alchemy/tech fusion. Explore dungeons, battle bosses, and discover new dimensions.

**4. Ars Eclectica** (FIRE PATH)
- **Why:** Pure magic showcase for players who want zero tech requirement
- **Modpack:** Ars Eclectica: An Ars Nouveau Experience
- **Version:** 1.21.1
- **Downloads:** 20.2K
- **RAM Required:** 4-6GB
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas OR NC1 Charlotte (to be decided)
- **Seed:** See recommendations below
- **Description:** Pure Ars Nouveau magic showcase with all major addons. Spell crafting, magical automation (no tech required), clean and focused magical experience.

### Deployment Procedure

**For each new server:**

1. **Pterodactyl Panel → Create Server**
   - Select appropriate node (TX1 or NC1)
   - Choose modpack from egg/installer
   - Allocate RAM per recommendations above
   - Configure server.properties

2. **Set Recommended Seed:**
   - Startup tab → `LEVEL_SEED` variable
   - Enter seed from recommendations section
   - Save configuration

3. **First Start:**
   - Start server
   - Monitor console for errors
   - Wait for full world generation
   - Stop server

4. **Configuration:**
   - Verify mods loaded correctly
   - Check server.properties settings
   - Configure any modpack-specific settings
   - Test join/disconnect

5. **Documentation:**
   - Add to infrastructure manifest
   - Create server info page on Ghost
   - Update Paymenter tier configuration

**Full deployment documentation:** `docs/tasks/server-deployment/` (various deployment guides exist)

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## Final Server Lineup

### PUBLIC MINECRAFT SERVERS

#### FIRE PATH (Community / Casual / Creative)

**1. Society: Sunlit Valley** ✅ *Reset Required*
- **Classification:** FIRE
- **Focus:** Cozy farming, economy, quests, Stardew-style gameplay
- **Downloads:** 859K
- **RAM:** 6GB
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas

**2. MYTHCRAFT 5** 🆕
- **Classification:** FIRE
- **Focus:** Adventure, exploration, magic, dungeons, bosses
- **Downloads:** 196K
- **RAM:** 8GB
- **Node:** TBD

**3. Ars Eclectica** 🆕 *(Optional — keeping for pure magic option)*
- **Classification:** FIRE
- **Focus:** Pure magic, spell crafting, no tech requirement
- **Downloads:** 20.2K
- **RAM:** 4-6GB
- **Node:** TBD

#### FROST PATH (Technical / Challenge / Optimization)

**4. Stoneblock 4** ✅ *Reset Required*
- **Classification:** FROST
- **Focus:** Underground survival, vault raiding, automation, progression
- **Downloads:** 2M
- **RAM:** 8GB
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas

**5. ATM10 To The Sky** 🆕
- **Classification:** FROST
- **Focus:** Skyblock challenge, automation, 500+ mods, endgame progression
- **Downloads:** 2.2M
- **RAM:** 6-8GB
- **Node:** TBD

#### HYBRID (Balanced Fire + Frost)

**6. All The Mons (Public)** 🆕
- **Classification:** HYBRID
- **Focus:** Pokémon + kitchen sink, gyms, Team Rocket, automation
- **Downloads:** 773K
- **RAM:** 8GB
- **Node:** TBD (opposite from private instance)

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### ADDON TIER (Separate Subscription)

**7. FoundryVTT** ✅
- **Type:** Virtual Tabletop (not Minecraft)
- **Focus:** D&D / TTRPG sessions
- **Node:** TX1 Dallas

**8. Hytale** ✅
- **Type:** Future game server
- **Status:** Placeholder (game has launched but server not yet configured)
- **Node:** NC1 Charlotte

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### PRIVATE / INTERNAL

**All The Mons (Private)** ✅ *Reset Required*
- **Access:** Michael / Meg / Holly only
- **Focus:** Staff Pokémon playground
- **Node:** Opposite from public instance

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### Server Count Summary

- **Public Minecraft Servers:** 6 (or 5 if Ars Eclectica skipped)
  - Fire Path: 2-3 servers
  - Frost Path: 2 servers
  - Hybrid: 1 server
- **Addon Servers:** 2 (FoundryVTT, Hytale)
- **Private Servers:** 1 (All The Mons staff)
- **TOTAL ACTIVE:** 8-9 servers (down from 15)

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## Procedures

### World Backup Procedure (Retirements)

**Full documentation:** `docs/procedures/server-retirement-backup.md`

**Summary:**
1. Panel → Server → Files
2. Archive `/world/` folder
3. Download archive
4. Rename with format: `servername-world-2026-03-19.tar.gz`
5. Upload to Nextcloud `/Server World Backups/2026-03-Retirements/`
6. Verify upload
7. Delete server from Panel

**Holly's Checklist:** `docs/tasks/server-retirements-2026-03/holly-checklist.md`

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### World Reset Procedure (Existing Servers)

**Documentation:** `docs/procedures/server-world-reset.md` (TO BE CREATED)

**Summary:**
1. Backup current world (same as retirement backup)
2. Upload to Nextcloud `/Server World Backups/Pre-Launch-Backups/`
3. Delete world folders from Files tab
4. Configure new seed in Startup tab
5. Restart server to generate fresh world

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### New Server Deployment Procedure

**Documentation:** Various deployment guides in `docs/tasks/*/deployment-*.md`

**Summary:**
1. Create server in Pterodactyl Panel
2. Allocate appropriate RAM
3. Configure seed (if applicable)
4. First start + world generation
5. Verify mods loaded
6. Configure server.properties
7. Test connectivity
8. Document in infrastructure manifest

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## Seed Recommendations

### Methodology

Seeds selected based on:
- **Beauty:** Visually appealing spawns
- **Resources:** Good access to key materials
- **Structures:** Villages, temples, landmarks nearby
- **Biome Diversity:** Multiple biomes within reasonable distance
- **Player Experience:** Balanced challenge and accessibility

All seeds tested for **Minecraft 1.21.1 (Java Edition)**. Bedrock terrain will match, but structures may vary.

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### Society: Sunlit Valley (FIRE)

**Recommended Seed:** `2059666523504992`

**Features:**
- Three nearby villages with valuable loot at Village 1 (-176, 80), Village 2 (128, 32), and Village 3 (144, -208)
- Buried treasure on north beach and Ruined Portal at (150, 210) that spawns inside a Nether Fortress
- Close to trees, caves, water, and multiple biomes
- Perfect for farming/economy modpack — multiple villages = trading hubs

**Why This Seed:**
- Multiple villages fit Society's community/economy focus
- Resources readily accessible
- Beautiful spawn area with variety
- Players can choose which village to claim as "home"

**Alternate Seed:** `486362209` — "Ultimate Desert" with 4 villages and 2 desert temples within 300 blocks

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### All The Mons — Public (HYBRID)

**Recommended Seed:** `56576470319204011`

**Features:**
- Igloo surrounded by plains at coordinates Igloo: (35, 68, 15)
- Open plains perfect for Pokémon spawning
- Good mix of biomes nearby for diverse Pokémon types
- Clean spawn area

**Why This Seed:**
- Open terrain excellent for Pokémon battles
- Igloo provides early shelter
- Multiple biome access = diverse Pokémon encounters
- Not too cluttered — lets Cobblemon content shine

**Alternate Seed:** `-2350879005487267529` — Cherry grove mountain village for beautiful aesthetics

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### MYTHCRAFT 5 (FIRE)

**Recommended Seed:** `278941701921377508`

**Features:**
- Almost all wood valley at coordinates Valley: (0, 108, 0)
- Different types of forests crucial for building, with valley featuring diverse trees at (-327, 329)
- Lake at center for base location
- Multiple forest biomes = varied wood types

**Why This Seed:**
- Valley setting perfect for exploration pack
- MYTHCRAFT has 1000+ structures — valley provides canvas for them
- Diverse biomes nearby for adventure
- Central lake = natural gathering point

**Alternate Seed:** `5890426837623898355` — River island for unique spawn experience

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### Ars Eclectica (FIRE)

**Recommended Seed:** `-5270055988953604938`

**Features:**
- Village next to Pale Garden biome at Pale Garden: (-15, 109, 10) and Village: (0, 122, 0)
- Trading opportunities at village
- Mystical Pale Garden biome for magical atmosphere
- Beautiful landscape for creative builds

**Why This Seed:**
- Pale Garden biome fits magical theme perfectly
- Village provides early resources
- Aesthetically aligned with pure magic focus
- Unique biome combination

**Alternate Seed:** `6942819957569141` — Woodland mansion surrounded by Pale Garden for eerie magic vibes

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### ATM10 To The Sky (FROST)

**Seed:** N/A (Not Applicable)

**Why:**
- Skyblock modpacks start with void + one block
- No terrain generation = no seed required
- World is programmatically generated (tree + platform)

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### Stoneblock 4 (FROST)

**Seed:** N/A (Not Applicable)

**Why:**
- Underground modpack — entire world is stone
- No surface terrain = no seed required
- World is programmatically generated (endless stone)

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### All The Mons — Private (HYBRID — Staff)

**Recommended Seed:** `537898685627006537`

**Features:**
- Floating islands with Woodland Mansion at coordinates Mansion: (0, 63, 10)
- Unique terrain for creative builds
- Woodland Mansion for loot/exploration
- Whimsical floating islands aesthetic

**Why This Seed:**
- Unique and fun for staff playground
- Different from public instance (public gets plains/igloo)
- Floating islands = cool base locations
- Mansion adds exploration element

**Alternate Seed:** Use same as public instance if you want identical worlds

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### Seed Application Instructions

**Method 1: Pterodactyl Panel (Preferred)**

1. Panel → Server → Startup tab
2. Locate `LEVEL_SEED` variable
3. Enter seed number (e.g., `2059666523504992`)
4. Save configuration
5. Delete existing world folders (if resetting)
6. Restart server

**Method 2: server.properties File**

1. Panel → Server → Files → `server.properties`
2. Find `level-seed=` line
3. Change to `level-seed=2059666523504992`
4. Save file
5. Delete existing world folders (if resetting)
6. Restart server

**Verification:**

- After server starts, join and check coordinates
- Verify structures mentioned in seed description
- If wrong, double-check seed was entered correctly

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## Timeline

### Phase 1: Preparation (Immediate)

- [ ] Review this document with Michael/Meg/Holly
- [ ] Finalize node assignments (TX1 vs NC1 for new servers)
- [ ] Confirm Ars Eclectica deployment (optional 6th server)
- [ ] Create Nextcloud folders:
  - `/Server World Backups/2026-03-Retirements/`
  - `/Server World Backups/Pre-Launch-Backups/`

### Phase 2: Retirements (Holly's Task)

**Estimated Time:** 2-4 hours

- [ ] Homestead backup
- [ ] Mayview backup
- [ ] Reclamation backup
- [ ] ATM10 backup
- [ ] EMC SubTerra Tech backup
- [ ] Minecolonies: Create and Conquer backup
- [ ] The Ember Project backup
- [ ] Vanilla 1.21.1 backup
- [ ] All of Create (Creative) backup
- [ ] **RAD2 backup** (WAIT for Holly's confirmation first)
- [ ] Verify all 10 backups in Nextcloud
- [ ] Delete all 10 servers from Panel

### Phase 3: Resets (Before Launch)

**Estimated Time:** 1-2 hours

- [ ] Society: Sunlit Valley — backup + reset with seed `2059666523504992`
- [ ] Stoneblock 4 — backup + reset (no seed)
- [ ] All The Mons (Private) — backup + reset with seed `537898685627006537`
- [ ] Verify all 3 fresh worlds generated correctly

### Phase 4: New Deployments

**Estimated Time:** 3-5 hours

- [ ] Deploy ATM10 To The Sky (no seed required)
- [ ] Deploy All The Mons Public with seed `56576470319204011`
- [ ] Deploy MYTHCRAFT 5 with seed `278941701921377508`
- [ ] Deploy Ars Eclectica with seed `-5270055988953604938` (if keeping)
- [ ] Test each server (join, verify mods, check performance)
- [ ] Configure server.properties for each

### Phase 5: Documentation & Launch Prep

**Estimated Time:** 2-3 hours

- [ ] Update infrastructure manifest
- [ ] Create Ghost CMS server info pages
- [ ] Configure Paymenter tiers based on final server count
- [ ] Write Terms of Service
- [ ] Write Privacy Policy
- [ ] Write "How to Join" guide
- [ ] Test subscriber flow end-to-end

### Phase 6: Soft Launch

- [ ] Announce in Discord
- [ ] Enable Paymenter checkout
- [ ] Monitor first subscribers
- [ ] Address any technical issues
- [ ] Gather feedback

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## Node Assignment Recommendations

**TX1 Dallas Current Load:**
- Society: Sunlit Valley (6GB)
- Stoneblock 4 (8GB)
- All The Mons Private (8GB)
- FoundryVTT (2GB)
- **Current Total:** ~24GB / 251GB available

**NC1 Charlotte Current Load:**
- Hytale (placeholder, minimal)
- **Current Total:** ~2GB / 251GB available

**Recommended New Assignments:**

Deploy heavy packs to NC1 to balance load:
- **NC1:** ATM10 Sky (8GB), MYTHCRAFT 5 (8GB), All The Mons Public (8GB)
- **TX1:** Ars Eclectica (6GB)

**Post-Deployment Load:**
- **TX1 Dallas:** 30GB used / 251GB (12% utilization)
- **NC1 Charlotte:** 26GB used / 251GB (10% utilization)

Both nodes well under capacity with room for growth.

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## Success Metrics

**How we'll know the transition was successful:**

1. **Technical Success:**
   - All backups safely stored in Nextcloud
   - Zero data loss during retirements/resets
   - All new servers online and stable
   - All seeds generated correctly

2. **Player Experience Success:**
   - Fresh, beautiful worlds on reset servers
   - Clear Fire/Frost/Hybrid categorization
   - No confusion about which server is which
   - Positive feedback on server selection

3. **Operational Success:**
   - Simplified server management (9 → 6-8 servers)
   - Better resource utilization across nodes
   - Clear documentation for future changes
   - Paymenter tiers configured correctly

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## Rollback Plan

**If something goes catastrophically wrong:**

1. **Backups are in Nextcloud** — all old worlds preserved
2. **Retired servers can be recreated** from backups if needed
3. **Reset servers can restore pre-launch worlds** from backups
4. **New servers can be deleted** and recreated

**No changes are permanent until we verify soft launch success.**

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## Questions / Decisions Needed

- [ ] **Node assignments:** Which new servers go to TX1 vs NC1?
- [ ] **Ars Eclectica:** Keep or skip? (6th server vs 5 total)
- [ ] **Holly's RAD2:** When will build be complete?
- [ ] **Seed preferences:** Any changes to recommended seeds?
- [ ] **Launch timing:** When do we want to go live?

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## Related Documentation

- **Retirement Procedure:** `docs/procedures/server-retirement-backup.md`
- **Holly's Checklist:** `docs/tasks/server-retirements-2026-03/holly-checklist.md`
- **Server Deletion Policy:** `docs/planning/server-deletion-policy.md`
- **Infrastructure Manifest:** `docs/core/infrastructure-manifest.md`
- **Tasks List:** `docs/core/tasks.md`

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