Simple Trains
A lightweight Minecraft plugin for creating fast-travel rail networks with train stations.
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Simple Trains
SimpleTrains
A lightweight Minecraft plugin for creating fast-travel rail networks with train stations.
Author: 1.2.0 | Author: 1.20+ | Author: AndresTube
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Features
Core System
- Create train stations on rails with a configurable base block (default: Gold Block) - Teleport between linked stations using registered minecarts - Station ownership with transfer capability - Bidirectional station linking (Public/Private modes) - Full GUI-based management interface
Station Management
- Create, delete, and configure stations via commands or GUI - Custom welcome messages with color code support (`&`) - Find nearby stations within range - XP cost system for creation and linking
Minecart Registration
- Use a renamed Name Tag on a minecart to make it "warp-eligible" - Only registered minecarts can teleport between stations
Link System
- Request-based linking with owner approval - Private links: Anyone can travel - Private links: Only station owners can use
Fully Customizable Messages (NEW in 1.2.0)
- All plugin messages are customizable via `messages.yml` - Support for color codes and placeholders - GUI titles, item names, and lore are all editable
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Commands
| Command | Description | Permission | |---------|-------------|------------| | `/train set <name>` | Create a station | Owner | | `/train delete <name>` | Delete a station | Owner/Admin | | `/train link <B> [type]` | Link stations (public/private) | Owner of A | | `/train unlink <B>` | Remove a link | Owner of either | | `/train transfer <station> <player>` | Transfer ownership | Owner/Admin | | `/train near` | List nearby stations | All | | `/train gui` | Open station management GUI | All | | `/train message <station> <msg>` | Set welcome message | Owner/Admin | | `/train accept <B>` | Accept link request | Owner of B | | `/train reject <B>` | Reject link request | Owner of B | | `/train block <material>` | Set creation block | Admin | | `/train help` | Show help menu | All |
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Permissions
| Permission | Description | Default | |------------|-------------|---------| | `simpletrains.use` | Basic commands | `true` | | `simpletrains.admin` | Admin override for all actions | `op` | | `simpletrains.create` | Create new stations | `op` |
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Configuration
config.yml
```yaml settings: creation_block: GOLD_BLOCK # Block required under rail to create station creation_xp_cost: 5 # XP levels to create a station link_creation_xp_cost: 3 # XP levels to request a link link_acceptance_xp_cost: 2 # XP levels to accept a link linking_requires_owner_acceptance: true # Require approval for links
messages: warp_confirm: '&aWarping to %DESTINATION%...' station_welcome: '&e>> Welcome to %STATION% station! &6%MESSAGE%' ```
messages.yml (NEW in 1.2.0)
All plugin messages are now customizable! Edit `messages.yml` to change any text:
```yaml prefix: "&6[SimpleTrains] &r" station-created: "&aStation '%STATION%' created successfully! (-%COST% XP)" no-permission: "&cYou don't have permission for this command."
... 100+ customizable messages
```
Placeholders: Use `%PLACEHOLDER%` format (e.g., `%STATION%`, `%PLAYER%`, `%COST%`)
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Quick Start
1. Create a station: - Place a rail on top of a Gold Block - Stand on the rail - Run `/train set MyStation`
2. Register a minecart: - Rename a Name Tag in an anvil (any name) - Right-click a minecart with it
3. Link stations: - Run `/train link StationA StationB` - The owner of StationB must accept the request
4. Travel: - Ride your registered minecart to a station - Select your destination from the GUI
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Technical Info
| Setting | Value | |---------|-------| | Teleport cooldown | 10 seconds | | Player detection radius | 20 blocks | | Near command range | 500 blocks | | Data storage | YAML (auto-save) | | Minecraft versions | 1.20.x, 1.21.x+ | | Java version | 17+ |
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Changelog
v1.2.0
- Added complete messages system (`messages.yml`) - All plugin text is now fully customizable - GUI titles, item names, and lore can be edited - Support for placeholders in all messages
v1.1.0
- Added support for Minecraft 1.20.x+ - Lowered Java requirement from 21 to 17 - Improved backwards compatibility
v1.0.0
- Initial release - Station creation and management - Minecart registration system - Link request system with approval - GUI interface
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Support
For issues or suggestions, contact AndresTube or open an issue on the repository.
