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Complete master plan document covering: RETIREMENTS (9 servers): - 3 TX1 Dallas: Reclamation, Vanilla, All of Create Creative - 6 NC1 Charlotte: Ember, Minecolonies, ATM10, EMC SubTerra, Homestead, Mayview - Special: RAD2 (wait for Holly's build completion) - Full backup procedures with Holly's checklist reference RESETS (3 servers): - Society: Sunlit Valley (seed: 2059666523504992) - Stoneblock 4 (no seed - underground pack) - All The Mons Private (seed: 537898685627006537) - Pre-launch backup + fresh world deployment NEW DEPLOYMENTS (4 servers): - ATM10 To The Sky (FROST) - skyblock, no seed - All The Mons Public (HYBRID) - seed: 56576470319204011 - MYTHCRAFT 5 (FIRE) - seed: 278941701921377508 - Ars Eclectica (FIRE) - seed: -5270055988953604938 FINAL LINEUP: - 6 public Minecraft servers (5 if Ars skipped) - Fire: 2-3 servers | Frost: 2 servers | Hybrid: 1 server - 2 addon servers (FoundryVTT, Hytale) - Load balanced: TX1 30GB, NC1 26GB SEED RECOMMENDATIONS: - Researched 1.21.1 seeds via web search - Multiple options per server with rationale - Coordinates and features documented - Stoneblock/ATM Sky noted as N/A (no seeds) PROCEDURES: - World backup workflow - World reset workflow - New server deployment workflow - Pterodactyl Panel seed configuration TIMELINE: - 6 phases from preparation to soft launch - Time estimates per phase - Node assignment recommendations - Success metrics and rollback plan Related to server sunset evaluation (Task #45) and soft launch prep.
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+# Firefrost Gaming — Soft Launch Server Transition Plan
+
+**Created:** March 19, 2026  
+**Effective:** Immediate  
+**Target Completion:** Before soft launch  
+**Owner:** Michael "Frostystyle" Krause
+
+---
+
+## 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
+
+---
+
+## 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)
+
+---
+
+## 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`
+
+---
+
+## 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)
+
+---
+
+## 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)
+
+---
+
+## 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)
+
+---
+
+### 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
+
+---
+
+### PRIVATE / INTERNAL
+
+**All The Mons (Private)** ✅ *Reset Required*
+- **Access:** Michael / Meg / Holly only
+- **Focus:** Staff Pokémon playground
+- **Node:** Opposite from public instance
+
+---
+
+### 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)
+
+---
+
+## 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`
+
+---
+
+### 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
+
+---
+
+### 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
+
+---
+
+## 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.
+
+---
+
+### 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
+
+---
+
+### 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
+
+---
+
+### 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
+
+---
+
+### 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
+
+---
+
+### 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)
+
+---
+
+### 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)
+
+---
+
+### 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
+
+---
+
+### 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
+
+---
+
+## 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
+
+---
+
+## 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.
+
+---
+
+## 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
+
+---
+
+## 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.**
+
+---
+
+## 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?
+
+---
+
+## 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`
+
+---
+
+**Fire + Frost + Foundation = Where Love Builds Legacy** 💙🔥❄️