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Setting up arenas is a fundamental part of NHideAndSeek. This guide covers arena creation, configuration, and spawn point management.

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Creating an Arena

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Basic Creation

To create a new arena, use the following command: 
/has create <arenaName>
Arena names should be unique and consist of alphanumeric characters. Spaces and special characters are not recommended.
Example: 
/has create parkour
/has create skyblock_hide
/has create forest_escape
After creating an arena, the plugin will initialize it with default settings. You’ll need to configure spawn points next.

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Arena Editor Mode

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Entering Editor Mode

To set spawn points and define the arena boundaries, enter editor mode: 
/has editor <arenaName>
Example: 
/has editor parkour

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Editor Controls

Once in editor mode, you can set spawn locations:
ControlAction
Left ClickSet Position 1 (with item in hand)
Right ClickSet Position 2 (with item in hand)
Drop ItemClear current selection

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Exiting Editor Mode

To exit editor mode, use the same command again: 
/has editor <arenaName>

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Spawn Point Management

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Setting Spawn Points

After defining the arena area in editor mode, you need to set specific spawn points for different player roles also in editor mode. 
/has setspawn <type>

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Spawn Point Types

TypePurposeWho Spawns Here
lobbyMain lobby spawnAll players initially
hiderHider starting locationPlayers assigned as Hiders
seekerSeeker starting locationPlayers assigned as Seekers
spectatorSpectator areaPlayers watching the game

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Setting Each Spawn Type

Stand at the desired location and execute the command: 
# Set lobby spawn (where players join)
/has setspawn lobby

# Set hider spawn (where hiders start hiding)
/has setspawn hider

# Set seeker spawn (where seekers begin searching)
/has setspawn seeker

# Set spectator spawn (where spectators watch)
/has setspawn spectator
Set the lobby spawn first, then hider, seeker, and spectator spawns. Test each spawn location in-game to ensure they’re correct.

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Arena Configuration

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Opening Settings Menu

To configure arena settings, use: 
/has settings <arenaName>
This opens an inventory-based GUI where you can adjust various settings.

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Configurable Settings

SettingRangeDefaultPurpose
Min Players1-1002Minimum players to start game
Max Players2-10020Maximum player capacity
Game Duration30-3600s300sTotal game length (5 minutes)
Seeker Ratio2-1041 seeker per X players
Hiding Time5-300s20sGrace period before seekers release
Hider Scale0.1-1.00.4Hider size multiplier (40% of normal)
Speed Amplifier0-52Hider speed boost level
Fireball Cooldown0.5-10s2sSeconds between fireball shots
Fireball Damage0.5-205Damage per fireball hit
Unlimited Fireballstrue/falsefalseUnlimited fireball mode

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Understanding Game Settings

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Player Limits

Min Players: 2  →  Game won't start with less than 2 players
Max Players: 20 →  Arena capacity is 20 players maximum

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Seeker Ratio

Seeker Ratio: 4
├─ 4-7 players   → 1 seeker
├─ 8-11 players  → 2 seekers
├─ 12-15 players → 3 seekers
└─ 16+ players   → 4+ seekers (continues pattern)

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Hider Settings

  • Hider Scale: At 0.4, hiders are 40% of normal size, making them harder to see
  • Speed Amplifier: Level 2 means hiders move 20% faster
  • Hiding Time: 20 seconds before seekers are released - gives hiders time to hide

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Fireball Settings

  • Cooldown: 2 seconds between shots means seekers can shoot every 2 seconds
  • Damage: 5 damage means 4 fireballs = 1 hider eliminated (assuming hiders have 20 health)
  • Unlimited: When enabled, seekers don’t need items to shoot fireballs

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Arena Management

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Listing Arenas

To see all created arenas: 
/has list
This displays all arenas with their current status and player count.

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Deleting an Arena

To remove an arena completely: 
/has delete <arenaName>
Deleting an arena is permanent. All arena data will be lost. Players currently in that arena will be kicked to the main lobby.

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Game Control

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Starting a Game

Once players have joined an arena, start the game: 
/has start
This initiates a countdown (default: 10 seconds) before the game begins.
You must have the minimum number of players for the game to start. Use /has forcestart to bypass this check.

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Force Starting

To start a game regardless of player count: 
/has forcestart <arenaName>

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Stopping a Game

To end an active game prematurely: 
/has stop
The arena will reset to the waiting state, and all players will be moved to the spectator area.

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Force Stopping

To forcefully stop any game: 
/has forcestop <arenaName>

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Best Practices

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Arena Design Tips

  1. Lobby Area: Make it spacious and easy to navigate
    • Use clear walkways
    • Separate from gameplay area
    • Add signs for directions
  2. Hider Spawn: Place away from seeker spawn
    • Give hiders a running start
    • Avoid cramped spaces
    • Ensure multiple escape routes
  3. Seeker Spawn: Central location
    • Allows coverage of entire map
    • Balanced distance to hider spawns
    • Elevated position for visibility (optional)
  4. Spectator Area: Elevated or isolated
    • Won’t interfere with gameplay
    • Good visibility of action
    • Protected from fireballs

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Configuration Recommendations

For Casual Play: 
Min Players: 3
Max Players: 20
Game Duration: 5 minutes (300s)
Seeker Ratio: 4
Hiding Time: 20s
Hider Scale: 0.4
Speed Amplifier: 2
Fireball Damage: 5
For Competitive/Tournament: 
Min Players: 6
Max Players: 16
Game Duration: 8 minutes (480s)
Seeker Ratio: 3
Hiding Time: 30s
Hider Scale: 0.5
Speed Amplifier: 1
Fireball Damage: 3
For Streamer Events: 
Min Players: 4
Max Players: 12
Game Duration: 10 minutes (600s)
Seeker Ratio: 5
Hiding Time: 45s
Hider Scale: 0.3
Speed Amplifier: 3
Fireball Damage: 4
Unlimited Fireballs: true

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Troubleshooting

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Arena Won’t Start

Problem: Clicking start but nothing happens Solutions:
  1. Check player count meets minimum requirement: /has list
  2. Ensure all spawn points are set: /has editor <arena> then /has settings <arena>
  3. Check console for error messages
  4. Use /has forcestart if minimum players requirement is the issue

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Players Spawning in Wrong Location

Problem: Players spawning outside arena or in water Solutions:
  1. Re-set spawn points: /has setspawn <type>
  2. Ensure spawn location is solid ground
  3. Check Y-coordinate is not too high or low
  4. Test spawn by joining arena

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Game Ending Too Quickly

Problem: Games end before expected time Solutions:
  1. Check game duration setting: /has settings <arena>
  2. Verify hiders have adequate hiding spots
  3. Ensure hider speed and size are balanced
  4. Check seeker ratio isn’t too high

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Fireballs Not Working

Problem: Seekers can’t shoot fireballs Solutions:
  1. Check fireball damage isn’t set to 0
  2. Verify cooldown isn’t too long
  3. Ensure seekers are in SEEKER role
  4. Check if “Unlimited Fireballs” is disabled - if so, seekers need fireball items

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Advanced Configuration

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Database Integration

Arenas are automatically saved to the configured database (SQLite by default). No additional setup needed.

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Custom World Support

Arenas can span multiple worlds. When setting spawns, the current world is automatically recorded.

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Performance Optimization

For large arenas or servers with many arenas:
  1. Keep arena sizes reasonable (under 10,000 blocks)
  2. Avoid overly complex terrain
  3. Limit active games with max player count
  4. Monitor server TPS

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Quick Reference

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Essential Commands

# Create new arena
/has create <name>

# Edit arena (set boundaries)
/has editor <name>

# Set spawn points
/has setspawn lobby|hider|seeker|spectator

# Configure settings
/has settings <name>

# List all arenas
/has list

# Start game
/has start

# Stop game
/has stop

# Delete arena
/has delete <name>

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Required Permissions

All arena setup commands require: nhideandseek.admin
Need Help? Check the Commands page for detailed command information.