Getting Started

------------Getting Started------------

Welcome to Equestricraft!


When you first join, you will be in the wonderful city of Vyheimer, Ventura. Have a look around, explore and take in the sights. To get started with your quests, speak to the captain!


In order to locate the key buildings in Ventura, use the command /compass, which will add a compass to the top right corner of your screen and follow the arrow to find your way. To create or edit your nickname, do /nickname builder. Here you can add color codes and add bold if you have a donator rank.


If you teleport away from Ventura, use /navigator to get back. This will also show you options to teleport to the Vyheimer Stables where Jerry and Jessie are, as well as the sales barn where you can find your dream horses waiting to be purchased! 

Some other useful and important commands are /menu, /quest, /bal. When viewing your menu, you will find your horse list, plot list, progression menu, achievements, profile, notifications as well as settings. These are all the basic necessities for game play at the start of your journey. As well as the basic general commands, you also need to know the basic horse related commands.


- /h list (which is also on /menu),
- /h tp [horse name],
- /h brush (gives you a brush for your horse's daily care),
- /h hoof-clean-tool (also for your horse's daily care),
- /h sell [horse name] [purchaser username] (to sell your horse to another player),
- /h grant-access/revoke-access [horse name] [player name],
- /h lead (gives you a lead to lead your horse)

Ranks, XP, and Horse Limits

In Equestricraft, each player has a rank. You start as a beginner, and work your way up the 17 ranks by gaining XP by questing, competing in events, completing horses daily care etc. The ranks are as followed, including maximum horse limit per rank, and the amount of XP you need to reach said rank:

Beginner: XP required – 0 Horse limit - 2
Novice: XP required – 500xp Horse limit - 3
Trainee: XP required – 1,000xp Horse limit - 5
Apprentice: XP required – 1,500xp Horse limit - 10
Intermediate: XP required – 2,500xp Horse limit - 13
Advanced: XP required – 7,500xp Horse limit - 15
Experienced: XP required – 15,000xp Horse limit - 18
Master: XP required – 35,000 Horse Limit – 20
Professional: XP required – 75,000xp Horse limit - 22
Expert: XP required – 125,000xp Horse limit - 25
Instructor: XP required – 200,000xp Horse limit - 27
Mentor: XP required – 400,000xp Horse limit - 30
Elite: XP required – 750,000xp Horse limit - 35
Champion: XP required – 1,000,000xp Horse limit - 40
Grand Prix: XP required – 1,200,000xp Horse limit - 45
Olympian: XP required – 1,500,000xp Horse limit - 50
Medalist: XP required – 2,000,000xp Horse limit - 55

Earning XP

Player progression is measured through Experience Points (XP).

As you earn XP, you will unlock:

  • Increased horse ownership limits

  • Access to breeding privileges

  • Expanded progression opportunities

  • Recognition with a new Rank

Advancement is earned through participation, consistency, and horsemanship.

I. Quests 

For new arrivals, quests are the primary path to advancement.

The Vyheimyr Storyline

Our town holds a rich and evolving narrative. By following the Vyheimyr questline, you will gain structured XP while integrating into the world, its people, and its story.

Seasonal Quests

Throughout the year, limited-time seasonal quests are released. These opportunities provide additional XP and encourage active participation in server events.

Daily Quests

Daily quests may be repeated and offer steady XP gains. Riders seeking consistent progression are encouraged to complete them regularly.

New players are strongly advised to begin their journey through quest participation.

II. Mounted Progression 

Once you have acquired your first horse and settled in, you may begin earning XP through active riding.

Time spent riding reflects commitment and partnership. Consistent riding contributes to your overall advancement to you and your horse!

III. Official Competitions

Events organized by staff can yield some high rewards!

Participants may earn:

  • Monetary prizes

  • XP rewards

  • Ribbons 


IV. Daily Horse Care

Responsible horsemanship is recognized and rewarded.

Completing your horse’s daily care grants 25 XP per horse per day, provided the following tasks are performed:

  • Brushing

  • Cleaning hooves

  • Feeding

  • Watering

Daily care is one of the most reliable and consistent sources of XP available to all players.

Employment Opportunities: Stablehands

Horse owners may hire stablehands to complete daily care tasks. This system creates economic circulation within the community:

  • Owners maintain their horses efficiently

  • Workers gain money and XP