Development Log #1 — What’s Coming Next for the Zephyr Network

Hey everyone!
Welcome to the very first official Development Log for the Zephyr Network. This will be a recurring series where we share progress, upcoming features, and behind-the-scenes updates as we continue building the server.

This log is meant to give you a broad outline of what’s currently in development and what players can expect in the near future. More detailed dev logs will break down individual systems, updates, and patch notes as they release.

️ Core Focus Areas

1. Skyblock Foundation

Our first major focus is completing a polished, fully functional Skyblock experience, including:

• Private islands

• A fully custom hub

• NPCs & progression systems

• Custom items, menus, and skill systems

• Economy structure & early-game pacing

This forms the backbone of the entire network.

2. Island & Progression Updates

We're outlining the first several Skyblock updates:

• Mining Island

• Foraging Island

• Farming Island

• Fishing Island

• Combat Island

Each update will introduce new resources, mobs, custom items, and challenges.

3. Custom Plugin Framework

We’re building a unified system behind the scenes that allows:

• Smooth and consistent updates

• Custom items & abilities

• Faster bug fixes

  
  This is the “engine” that will power the entire network.

4. New Player Experience

We’re reworking:

• Tutorial flow

• First-time join messages

• Early island progression

• Starter NPC interactions
  
  The goal is to make the server feel clean, intuitive, and welcoming from the very first minute.

Long-Term Vision

While Skyblock is our first major release, the network is being built to grow.

Future gamemodes planned:

• SkyWars

• BedWars

• Other Original Minigames

Every system we’re building now is designed to support these expansions.

What’s Next?

Dev Log #2 will include:

• First sneak peeks at custom items

• Early Skyblock previews

• NPC concepts

• Internal testing notes

Final Notes

This is just the beginning.

We're building the Zephyr Network to be something polished, scalable, and fun — and these dev logs will keep everyone in the loop.

If you have suggestions, questions, or want to get involved in early testing, drop a reply below!