§2You've come so very, very far...


§2Do you remember how it all began?
§2When you woke up on that beach so long ago?
§2It was an interesting feeling, having a world all to yourself.


§2As you explored you have walked, ran, crafted, and fought.
§2Yet through it all, you never lost your sense of adventure.
§2You have grown through your experiences, even though you have felt the sting of death many times.


§2Through time, many cubes and planes have been aligned to create the world.
§2Your world.
§2A beautiful image that reflects who you are.


§2There may have been times that you have cursed this world.
§2You have known injury and defeat.
§2And yet, you have persevered to reach this place.


§2Even though you started out alone, you made friends.
§2Some who share your adventures, and some with whom you discuss them from afar.
§2Although you've probably never met many of them, you still know them...
§2Believe in them...
§2Maybe even care about them...
§2And as a group you have supported each other.
§2Each of you has grown because of the bond you share.


§2Even as you read this message, you know that this is not the end.
§2Going forward, you will face more hardships, and it will be more difficult than anything you have undergone thus far.
§2Yet, I know you will do well.
§2What do you want to do with your life?
§2Do you have faith that you will succeed in your endeavors?


§2You must never lose your courage, or your creativity, or your sense of humor.
§2If you believe in the goal you are striving for, you will be courageous.
§2There are difficult times ahead.
§2You will be called upon to work through the tough situations.
§2But please, don't forget to enjoy yourself too.


§2Going forward, the challenge will grow and take you beyond anything that you have imagined.
§2You draw closer to a future that you will help shape.
§2Know that as you struggle, others are struggling as well.
§2The endeavors of good people for freedom and righteousness make the wicked and greedy strain to oppress them.


§2When you have finished reading this message, your adventure will begin again.
§2Whether in Minecraft... or in the world around you.
§2Believe in yourself, and press onward.


§2     PLAYERNAME...

§2I wish you well, and I shall pray for you....