> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://wiki.ph4ntom.org/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Dependencies

> Required and optional plugins for the Lobby Server Setup.

## Installation Overview

The Premium Lobby Server Setup is **extremely easy to install** — it requires **only a server.jar file**. Everything else is pre-configured and ready to use!

## What You Need

<ResponseField name="Server JAR" type="required">
  **Download:** [Paper 1.21.8](https://papermc.io/downloads/)

  Simply download the server jar and upload it to your server directory. Detailed installation instructions are included in the `READ_ME.txt` file.

  **Version:** 1.21.8 is preferred, but any stable modern Paper version works.
</ResponseField>

<ResponseField name="viaBackwards" type="optional">
  **Purpose:** Support players on older Minecraft versions (1.16+)

  If you want players on older versions to join your server, the setup uses viaBackwards for compatibility.

  **Note:** This is pre-configured and included in the setup.
</ResponseField>

## Installation Steps

<Steps>
  <Step title="Extract Files">
    Extract the Premium Lobby Setup files to your server directory
  </Step>

  <Step title="Download Server JAR">
    Download Paper 1.21.8 from [papermc.io](https://papermc.io/downloads/) and upload it to your server directory
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start Server">
    Run the server jar to start your lobby
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enjoy!">
    Your Professional Lobby is now live!
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Included Components

The setup comes pre-loaded with the following configurations:

* ✅ Server Selector NPCs
* ✅ Social Media Menus
* ✅ Vote Links System
* ✅ Rank System (8 Ranks)
* ✅ Parkour Setup
* ✅ Parkour Leaderboards
* ✅ Custom TAB & Scoreboard
* ✅ Holograms System
* ✅ Bossbar Announcer
* ✅ Chat Protection
* ✅ Flight System
* ✅ Player Hider
* ✅ Information Books

## No Paid Plugins Required

This setup uses **100% free, open-source plugins** to deliver a professional lobby experience. No paid plugins mean lower operational costs while maintaining premium quality!

<Note>
  If you need any help or support during installation, join our [Discord](https://ph4ntom.org/discord) and create a support ticket. Our team is here to help!
</Note>