The Life of a Minecraft Mayor

So, as many of you know Minecraft is a creative type of game that revolves around blocks. It just doesn’t end at blocks though, it also can have communities full of extraordinary people who are talented and shine through with many managerial skills.

I’ve spent the past two years of my Minecraft career nurturing the development of a town with over 40 people in it. The town is community based, using many bonding “family” activities such as Google Plus, Skype, and even Guild Launch. Not only has our town flourished over two years, but we’ve seen many people come and go, but it’s those that stick around for the long run that you remember. Don’t think it’s a walk in the park, we’ve had our ups and downs, real life problems, but we remain there for each other.

Being a Minecraft mayor isn’t an easy job

Try managing 30+ people while also having work and school to do. I wouldn’t offer it to people who can’t deal with many problems at once. And hell, I wish this could go on a resume. It’s truly a full-time job, and you know it is when you start getting Facebook and text messages from your assistants and members. The job doesn’t just have managerial problems, but you also get very attached to the people you’re playing the game with.

I’ve had the pleasure of meeting many amazing people, in ages ranging from 13 to 35. Both men and women have come across our town, from all over the world. I’ve also been able to see people mature, from acting like childish pre-teens to taking control of the town and making decisions that act beyond their years.

Is it possible I’ve spent much too much time playing Minecraft? Oh definitely. I’ve spent a good portion of my extra time, sort of being the momma-bird to this group of misfits as we call ourselves. But I wouldn’t take any of it back. We are a very dysfunctional Minecraft family and I know that the ties we’ve made will reach beyond the Minecraft world. We’ll remain close friends for a lifetime, being there to aid in any problems that come across our way.

Everyone should know that no matter what family you’re a part of, online or real life, it’s still a family. You will make bonds with people you never thought you would, and thinking of them no longer being in your life can be quite a difficult thought.