"It won’t let them leave…”
The Mysterious Minecraft Server
Introduction to the Server
- A message from an old friend recalls a strange Minecraft server with unresponsive players, hinting at something unusual keeping them online.
- The narrator reluctantly visits a YouTube channel featuring videos about this server, expressing regret for doing so.
First Impressions of Gameplay
- Cole and his friend Matthew join the server for the first time; Cole expresses a desire to build a house.
- As they gather materials, Cole notices odd behavior in the game, including brief glimpses of player tablets that show names and faces.
Encountering Silence and Mystery
- Despite asking for help in building their house, they receive no response from other players on the server.
- They discover a mysterious house shrouded in fog but remain unaware of its significance as they continue their gameplay.
Strange Interactions
- After some silence, another player finally responds to them, revealing that they are not alone.
- The interaction raises questions about why other players are silent and what is happening within the game world.
Unusual House Features
- Upon entering the stranger's house, Cole and Matthew notice glitched chests and an inexplicably lit furnace despite being empty.
- The atmosphere becomes increasingly eerie as they question why it remains night time while others claim to be asleep.
Building Tension Among Players
Growing Suspicion
- After watching video one, the narrator feels unsettled by unanswered questions regarding player interactions on the server.
Solo Building Efforts
- With Matthew at school, Cole decides to surprise him by completing their house alone.
- While building, he spots Madora lurking nearby—her knowledge about Matthew’s absence raises red flags.
Creepy Observations
- Madora's ability to predict Cole's responses adds an unsettling layer to her character; she offers assistance but seems overly familiar with their situation.
Complications Arise
Jealousy and Deception
- As Madora builds a castle for Matthew using iron blocks, Cole feels resentment towards her involvement in his friendship with Matthew.
Final Touches Before Reveal
- In video two, it's revealed that Madora has been watching Cole closely; he struggles with feelings of jealousy over her contributions to Matthew’s castle.
Anticipation Builds
Excitement Over Completion
- As he finishes building the house for Matthew before his return from school, anticipation grows among viewers regarding how this will affect their dynamic.
Mysterious Bedrock in Matthew's Room
Discovery of Bedrock
- Cole and Matthew discover bedrock in Matthew's room, which neither of them placed. This raises questions about how it appeared.
- Tension escalates as Matthew accuses Cole of ruining everything, while Cole insists he is innocent.
Suspicions on Madora
- The narrative suggests that Madora is the one who set up Cole by placing the bedrock to provoke Matthew, knowing his aversion to admin abuse.
- A spectrogram audio file reveals a message stating "it's your fault," likely directed at Cole.
Chaos Unfolding
Destruction of the Castle
- In frustration, Cole destroys part of Matthew's castle for resources to create flint and steel, leading to its burning down.
- After witnessing the destruction, Cole runs into the woods where he encounters another player.
Encounter with a New Player
- The new player leads Cole deeper into a cave reminiscent of an earlier video setting.
Madora’s Control Revealed
Players' State and Admin Privileges
- It becomes evident that Madora has significant control over players, possibly owning the server or having admin privileges.
- Players are trapped mining bedrock indefinitely due to her manipulation.
Urgent Warning
- A warning emerges: "She's here. You need to run," indicating that Madora has spotted Cole and poses a threat.
Race Against Time
Attempted Escape
- As chaos ensues, Cole realizes he must rescue Matthew but faces obstacles as time runs out.
Suspenseful Cut-off
- The video ends abruptly before revealing what happens when Cole tries to communicate with Matthew.
Confrontation with Madora
Pleas for Understanding
- In desperation, Cole attempts to reason with both Madora and Matthew but is met with hostility and ultimately gets kicked from the server.
Confirmation of Admin Status
- When attacking Madora fails to inflict damage on her character, it confirms she is in creative mode—indicating her ownership or control over the server.
The Thing in the Cave
Disturbing Discoveries
- Upon rejoining after Madora logs off, Cole finds that Matthew's castle has been destroyed again—this time by an explosion attributed to her actions.
Eerie Encounters
- Strange noises lead him back into a cave where he senses something unnatural lurking within—a creature that defies explanation.
Final Thoughts on Entity Encounter
Haunting Presence
- Lights guide him towards an entity in the cave; its appearance is unsettling—described as having multiple arms and a slender form.
Cole's Escape Plan and the True Form of Madora
Cole's Situation and Strategy
- Cole manages to escape a threatening entity but is still faced with significant challenges. He previously mentioned having a plan, which remains unfulfilled as they approach the last video.
- Notably, Cole has changed his appearance, suggesting this might be part of his strategy. He explains that he is using a new account to avoid detection by Madora while preparing for his next move.
- As Cole observes Madora leading Matthew to a cave, he realizes the danger. Madora reveals her true form to Matthew, indicating that she has sinister intentions and that others may already be trapped.
The Urgency of Action
- Pulse expresses urgency in saving everyone trapped by Madora. He mentions having a plan involving creating a "lag machine," which he believes will help him freeze the situation and allow him to catch up with those who have escaped.
- The server begins lagging as Pulse executes his plan, causing everything around him to freeze momentarily. This moment highlights both the tension of the situation and Pulse's determination to rescue others despite feeling left behind.