Factions is one of the most competitive and strategic Minecraft gamemodes. Players form teams, build bases, gather resources, and raid enemy factions. This comprehensive guide will help you get started.
Table of Contents
Understanding Factions Basics
In Factions, players join or create groups called "factions." Each faction has:
- Power: Determines how much land you can claim
- Claims: Protected land where only faction members can build
- Allies & Enemies: Diplomatic relations with other factions
- Ranks: Leader, officers, members, recruits
Pro Tip
Join an established faction first to learn the basics before creating your own!
Claiming Land
Land claiming is crucial for protecting your base:
- Use
/f claimto claim the chunk you're standing in - Each player contributes power to the faction (usually 10 power)
- You can claim as many chunks as your total faction power
- If your power drops below claims, enemies can overclaim your land
Base Building Tips
A good factions base should be:
- Hidden: Build far from spawn, use natural terrain
- Defended: Multiple walls, water channels, traps
- Organized: Separate storage, farms, and living areas
- Cannon-proof: Use obsidian and water to prevent TNT damage
Base Defense Checklist
✓ Obsidian walls (at least 3 layers)
✓ Water curtains to stop TNT
✓ Underground vault for valuables
✓ Multiple claim buffer around base
How to Raid Enemy Bases
Raiding is the heart of Factions gameplay:
- Scout: Find enemy bases and study their defenses
- Prepare: Gather TNT, sand, and building materials
- Build Cannons: TNT cannons can breach walls from a distance
- Strike: Time your raid when enemies are offline
- Loot: Take everything valuable and destroy the rest
Economy & Trading
Most Factions servers have an economy system:
- Sell items at spawn shops or player shops
- Popular money-making items: cactus farms, sugarcane, mob grinders
- Buy spawners and special items from the server shop
- Trade with other players for rare items