DawnCraft server facts
| Edition | Version | Minecraft | Loader | Mods | On the server | Server pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DawnCraft | 2.0.16_hf | 1.18.2 | Forge 40.2.17 | 298 | 276 | Yes |
Made by bstylia14. Mods counted in the release files on 27 September 2026; mods that only run on a player's computer are not loaded by the server.
What is in the DawnCraft modpack
DawnCraft: Echoes of Legends by bstylia14 is an RPG and adventure pack. It has its own classes and its own quest line.
- Combat: Epic Fight weapon movesets and Iron's Spells 'n Spellbooks magic
- Bosses: L_Ender's Cataclysm, Mowzie's Mobs and Bosses of Mass Destruction
- Places to explore: When Dungeons Arise, Blue Skies, Incendium and Aquamirae
- Creatures: Alex's Mobs, Mutant Monsters and Dragon Mounts
DawnCraft server tips
- Boss fights with several players are the busiest moments for the server. Check TPS in the panel during a raid.
- DawnCraft is about exploring. Pre-generate the land around spawn in the World tab so new terrain does not slow everyone down.
- Agree on difficulty settings before the first start. Changing them later changes the balance for all players.
Lag during fights? See reduce lag.
How to install DawnCraft on your server
- Order a Forge server below. Any Minecraft version is fine; the installer sets 1.18.2.
- In the control panel, open the Mods tab and go to CurseForge and FTB packs.
- Search for DawnCraft, pick the version and click Install this pack.
- Start the server in the Console tab. The first start of DawnCraft takes a few minutes; wait for
Done. - Players install the same DawnCraft version in their launcher and join with the server address.

The full walkthrough with screenshots is in how to install a modpack.
DawnCraft server RAM requirements
Big structures from When Dungeons Arise and players exploring in different directions use the most memory on a DawnCraft server.
| Players online | RAM | vCPU | NVMe storage | Price a month | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 3 players | 6 GB | 2 | 30 GB | €4.80 | 6 GB DawnCraft server |
| 4 to 8 players | 8 GB | 2 | 40 GB | €6.40 | 8 GB DawnCraft server |
| 9 to 16 players | 11 GB | 2 | 55 GB | €8.80 | 11 GB DawnCraft server |
Every size costs €0.80 per GB of RAM a month. See how much RAM a Minecraft server needs for the rule behind these numbers.
Questions about DawnCraft server hosting
Is DawnCraft good for multiplayer?
Yes. The bosses and dungeons are made for groups, and a server keeps the world and the quest progress available for everyone.
Which Java version does DawnCraft need?
Java 17, for Minecraft 1.18.2 with Forge 40.2.17. The panel sets it when it installs the pack.
How much RAM does DawnCraft need for 10 players?
Take 11 GB. That is our advice for 9 to 16 players, and it leaves room for boss fights and exploring.
Written by the Cheapest Minecraft Hosting team, first published , updated .

