Autcraft is administrated by adults that include autistics, as well as parents of autistic children or a family member of someone with autism. Other forms of staff include "Helpers" and "Apprentice" which are people of all ages that prove to be responsible, positive, and helpful with people, "SrHelpers" which are adults that demonstrate some knowledge of the game as well as having respect, responsibility, and helpfulness, and even "Buddies" who are people of all ages that are supportive and helpful to others.
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Autcraft is more than just a community for those on the Autistic spectrum. It is also a place where adults and children alike with Autism can play and enjoy the game with others like them without the fear of being bullied or misunderstood. The amazing thing Autcraft brings to the table compared to other servers/Communities is that we encourage our players to not only be compassionate and helpful to others, but we also discourage any form of discrimination, bullying, disrespect, and foul language.
Because of how open and compassionate members of this community are, this gives children and adults the most powerful tool they can wield - the ability to be themselves. The results of this have been extraordinary. Because of the community, many people with Autism who have played on Autcraft have had day-to-day improvements in their lives.
How does that happen? - We don't discriminate against people based on what they like. It doesn't matter if they like My Little Pony, Star Wars, Pokémon, ladybugs or the color purple. No one on Autcraft will discriminate against you for your interests.
Autcraft isn't an extraordinary place. It's a place that just so happens to be the home of extraordinary people. So many people see Autism in a negative light, but we are all human beings, and having Autism doesn't make you any worse than anyone else. Autism is cherished on this server, and many people here are proud to have it.
Currently, the server has over 15,000 players on the whitelist with an average of 1,200 unique players on the server each month.
On a fair few occasions, the community gets together with an admin who hosts a wither fight - it's not just against one wither and it contains a fair few other mobs - like a gigantic battle arena, players VS enemies. On 23rd June 2020, Autcraft's 7th anniversary, the Wither fights got a bit more complex wielding 3 unique fights.
These enemies can range from specially equipped zombies to the likes of ghasts, creepers, Kings, and much more! What's so amazing about these events is the fact that it brings an entire community of people together to have fun and work as a team, even when there are limited drops such as the nether star.
Community Builds are rare and far between but sometimes an admin has a build in mind and needs the player's help to build it. Oftentimes these teams are assembled not in public but occasionally these teams are public and open to anyone who wants to help out. Some of these builds have limited space and you may not get in.
Autcraft has a strong belief that compassion and being yourself can open your world up to a whole lot of wonders. So it's no surprise to see that one of the most popular events, which happens every Saturday afternoon, commemorates those who put others before themselves and show great self-growth. Player of the week happens within the T.A.R.D.I.S and the player is chosen by the admins based on their respect, kindness, and general helpfulness. The POTW isn't ever perceived as "better" than anyone else - after all, everyone on Autcraft is treated equally. POTW is generally treated as a metaphorical high-five or pat-on-the-back for a job well done.
Autcrafters are rewarded for doing what's right, and also for being who they are and not what society expects them to be, and just being happy for who they really are and what they enjoy doing.
Not only is the community for those with Autism, but it's also run by those who have Autism. There are so many servers in which the Admins do not interact with their players and/or feel like they are above everyone else, but the Helpers, Senior Helpers and Admins within the Autcraft community are just like you and me. They aren't above anyone else and they should never act like they are. They are also trusted members of the community and will do anything in their power to help you. These ranks are earned in similar ways to POTW.