> ## 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.

# Information

> Comprehensive information about the Lobby Server Setup, features, and requirements.

![LOBBY - Premium Server Setup](https://cdn.ph4ntom.org/2026/02/eY5xJVH4Qt.png)

## Overview

The [**LOBBY - Premium Server Setup**](https://builtbybit.com/resources/premium-lobby-server-setup.38294/) is a fully-featured, modern-looking lobby server designed to impress your players and boost engagement. Built by [Ph4ntom](https://builtbybit.com/members/ph4ntom.351771/), this setup features professional design, engaging content, and easy-to-use branding customization—all with no paid plugins required.

**Native Version:** 1.21.1 | **Backward Compatible:** 1.16+ (with viaBackwards)

## System Requirements

<ResponseField name="Server Jar" type="required">
  Use **[Paper 1.21.8](https://papermc.io/downloads/)** or a stable fork.

  **Version:** 1.21.8 is preferred, but any modern Paper version works with viaBackwards for 1.16+ support.
</ResponseField>

<ResponseField name="Paid Plugins" type="optional">
  **None Required!** This setup includes everything needed and uses only free plugins.
</ResponseField>

<ResponseField name="Memory (RAM)" type="recommended">
  **Minimum:** 2-3 GB RAM (Lobbies are lightweight!)

  **Recommended:** 4+ GB for smooth multi-server connectivity
</ResponseField>

## Core Features

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Server Selector NPCs" icon="user-tie">
    Interactive NPCs that connect players to different servers
  </Card>

  <Card title="Socials Menu" icon="share-nodes">
    Easy access to Discord, website, and social media links
  </Card>

  <Card title="Vote Menu" icon="ballot">
    Quick voting links for player engagement
  </Card>

  <Card title="Custom Ranks" icon="crown">
    8 purchaseable ranks with unique perks and cosmetics
  </Card>

  <Card title="Parkour System" icon="person-hiking">
    Auto-generating parkour for engaging players
  </Card>

  <Card title="Parkour Leaderboards" icon="trophy">
    Competitive leaderboards for top performers
  </Card>

  <Card title="Holograms" icon="image">
    Floating text and images above NPCs and locations
  </Card>

  <Card title="Custom Tab & Scoreboard" icon="rectangle-list">
    Professional server information displays
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Additional Features

* **Flight System** - Time-based flight rewards
* **Info Book** - Server information guide for players
* **Bossbar Announcer** - Broadcast messages to all players
* **Chat Protection** - Anti-spam and swear word filtering
* **Player Hider** - Hide other players to reduce lag
* **Easy Branding** - Change entire server branding from one configuration file
* **Hex Gradients** - Modern gradient colors throughout
* **Professional Decorations** - Beautiful lobby environment
* **No Paid Plugins** - Everything uses free, open-source plugins

## Experience the Setup

<Tip>
  It's preferred to use the BuiltByBit Test Server feature to experience this setup before deploying. This gives you a live preview of all features!

  If the test server isn't available, you can request a test server invite on our [Discord](https://ph4ntom.org/discord).
</Tip>