When will Bukkit be updated for Minecraft 1.5?

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    EvilSeph

    Update:
    We have completed the update to Minecraft 1.5_02 (and have had it done for a while now) and are working out a few issues before we promote a recommended build. A TEST ONLY build is available but we highly recommend that you wait until we promote a Recommended Build before putting it on your production server.

    You can find the latest test build on ci.bukkit.org. Please note, though, that if you don't already know how to get it, you probably shouldn't be using it. Only Recommended Builds have gone through extensive testing. Anything else could result in unforeseen problems like Bukkit eating your cake or your world. You have been warned.

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    Common Problems/Questions:
    What's the first build that works with Minecraft 1.5_02
    The first CraftBukkit build that works with Minecraft 1.5_02 was made available 2 days ago and is build #689. However, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that if you are running the test builds, you always stay up to date as we usually fix bugs, exploits and improve stability.

    I downloaded build 714 but got some other build!
    You're probably reading the version string incorrectly.

    Here's an example version string:
    git-Bukkit-0.0.0-686-g71ef92a-b714jnks (MC: 1.5_02)

    This version string is for build 714, as you can tell by the "b714jnks" at the end.

    Whenever I use a plugin that changes blocks, I can't see the changes until I reconnect!
    We had an issue with blocks not updating properly but this has since been fixed from build #707. This bug affected plugins that changed blocks in game, like WorldEdit.

    Help! My console keeps getting spammed with this error whenever someone gets kicked or disconnects and it lags the server!
    This is a bug we've fixed from build #701 onwards.

    I can't build or destroy anything! Help!?
    The common cause of this issue is a client mod called Single Player Commands, please try uninstalling all your client mods and seeing if this fixes the issue. If this is the case, then it isn't a Bukkit issue and you should contact the author of the mods you use.

    Every time I connect to the server and load a sign, the client crashes. What's wrong?
    Minecraft 1.5 has added limits for sign text. Plugin developers commonly used longer sign text to store extra data or add colours to signs. This is no longer possible, so we now cut off any line in a sign longer than 15 characters (as of build #712).

    I get kicked when flying and am told that flying hasn't been enabled on this server. How do I enable flying?
    Minecraft 1.5 added anti-flying checks. You can enable flying by setting allow-flight=true in server.properties.

    Whenever I try to send a long message in chat, it gets cut off at roughly two lines.
    A limit on chat has been added with Minecraft 1.5. This is one of the issues we're hoping to address before we promote a Recommended Build.

    Help! When I use the CLI arguments to set ports (or any setting), the server always starts up on 25565 or ignores the setting!
    There was a bug that prevented the server from reading settings passed through CLI arguments. This has since been fixed from build #706 onwards.

    The easiest fix for most problems is to update to the latest Bukkit test build.

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    As is the case with every Minecraft update, we saw our usual influx of extra traffic from people wondering if we have a build of CraftBukkit working with the Minecraft update seconds after release (seriously). Usually, you'd see a pretty standard post from me stating we're working on an update and providing the usual advice that you aren't forced to update. However, this time there was a distinct lack of communication from the team regarding the status of the update, other than the usual "we're working on it". Couple this with the slow development occurring lately and we can forgive people for posting the expected "is Bukkit dead?" or "what's going on?" posts. I hope this post will explain everything.

    Will there be a CraftBukkit for Minecraft 1.5?
    Given the reports of showstopping bugs present in 1.5, there's a high chance a new bugfix update for Minecraft will be out tomorrow or even several times this week. As a result, it is unlikely we will be releasing a 1.5 compatible build and, instead, will be waiting for something stable to work with.

    Due to the nature of the project and the methods we use to provide Bukkit for Minecraft, any update - no matter how small - requires us to figure out the mapping of obfuscated classes and update our code. This takes a lot of time and work, so hopefully you understand our decision.

    Having said all this, we recommend that you stay on 1.4 for a while until the patch storm subsides if your server depends on Bukkit.

    Further, I wanted to apologise for the lack of communication regarding this update. I was really hesitant announcing this since it would only serve to disappoint and annoy people, however, I noticed quite a few supportive comments on here and IRC that pushed me to post this announcement because the people that have supported us through everything deserve it.

    Why are things so quiet? Why is the update taking so long?
    Before I answer this, I think it is appropriate to cover what usually happens when we're aware of an update coming soon. Whenever we recieve word of a Minecraft update (which, contrary to popular belief, is generally the same time as everyone else), we place all development in the Bukkit project under a code freeze to prepare for the update and make things easier. That being said, last week thursday we were expecting a Minecraft update and appropriately placed the project under a code freeze. Unfortunately, the update was delayed and pushed to the next week, resulting in a much longer code freeze than normally occurs. Naturally, this lead to activity within the project seeming critically lower than it really was and prompted some people to post the inevitable "what's going on?" thread.

    On top of the code freeze, we're working on some larger changes to Bukkit or CraftBukkit that require quite a bit of time to complete and will only be commited to the public code when they are ready. Quite often you'll find that, while you don't see any updates, we definitely are still working hard programming awesome things and appreciate your patience and support.

    So why is this update taking so long? After we had updated for Minecraft 1.4, we came across some annoying chunk related issues and bugs that were incredibly difficult to pinpoint due to confusion with the new obfuscated names mappings (d -> c and c -> d). Naturally, these kinds of issues were unacceptable for the project and we immediately got to work on improving our update process to avoid issues of this nature in the future. While I think we can all agree with this decision, the unfortunate result is the delay we're currently facing since we're not yet done improving the process. The good news is, we're nearly done improving our update handling process and the wait will definitely be worth it come future updates.

    Thank you for your patience and understanding!
     
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    casso

    Well said - I appreciate the time it takes and the lack of money too!
    Great decision, keep up the great work!
     
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    treydeal

    I only seem to be having an issue with one plugin on 706 - Voxel Sniper. When I create blocks they don't appear until I disconnect/reconnect, but they are "there" -- if I try to walk on where I know they should be I am kicked for flying, and if I go down a layer, where I have added blocks, it does that jumpy laggy server-isn't-loading-something bounce. I hope this makes some sense. It's late.
     
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    kazzy

    i just need an asnwr to why my mc crashed when i place a block,
     
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    matjam

    Try posting the backtrace.
     
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    kazzy

    sorry im new to owning a server and have no idea what that means, can u plz explain?
     
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    unenergizer

    He doesn't know what he is talking about. Does your server crash or does your Minecraft game (and window) crash?
     
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    kazzy

    my game, but sometimes my server overloads
     
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    matjam

    build 706 seems to work. Currently have about 6 users on my server, running around, nothing major seems to be broken.
     
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    kazzy

    im suing 705, dont reckon theres 2 much of s difference
     
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    EnigmaticMiner

    To all that are currently using 705 or 706, is the FPS boost worth it? Should I update? Hehe
     
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    Netto Hikari

    Did you try it? Is it stable? And what about your plugins? Would be interesting to know, even though I'm waiting for the next recommended build.
     
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    Ahfaichucky

    yea i wanna know if 707 is stable, 705 is great so far, no problems for 8 hour now with 20+ players online average but 707 is suppose to fix the worldedit problem.
     
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    XxBTWxX

    Hmmm it seems to be stable. In my server i have WolfPound, iConomy, iConomyHealth, xAuth, SimpleNether, Lockette, VirtualChest, RealShop, AutoRepair and ChocolateFever and only xAuth and VirtualChest don't work.
     
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    Unscrewed

    I am going to test it now with over 20+ players on my server.
    I'll edit this post within an hour to give you some results,
    I'll play around with worldedit too. :)

    RESULT: It was incredibly stable and the WorldEdit bug is fixed for the slow blockupdates.
    I have alot of plugins, and they all loaded without any error or what so ever, here they are:

    AdminChat
    Backup
    BigBrother
    Bukkit Flow Control
    ColoredSigns
    GroupManager
    DelayedStop
    DispNameChanger
    Essentials
    GroupBridge
    HeroicDeath
    iChat
    iConomy
    iConomyChestShop
    iJobs
    iZone
    Jail
    LWC
    mcMMO
    MessageChanger
    MyHome
    NoCheat
    NoExplode
    Residence
    SpawnControl
    TravelPortals
    Vanish
    WorldEdit

    PS. Please, help me, which plugins can I get rid off because this is too much xD
     
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    BeerDone

    Question to those using new CB versions - did you see any of the updated effects from the update on your server? Because every single release that implements lightning or weather is marked as broken, so I'm not sure if they even appear on 707.

    EDIT: ran my server on 707 just now, plugins:
    AirStrike
    BigBrother
    BlockDetect
    CraftBukkitUpToDate
    FishPeople
    GlassPlugin
    Help Tombstone
    HeroicDeath
    iZone
    MonsterHunt
    Zweicheischens MOTD
    MoveCraft
    MyHome
    NaturalGiants
    NetherGate
    PaintingSwitch
    Persistence
    PorteCoulissante
    SlowHealth
    SpawnMob
    xWarp

    All loaded with no problem, I'll report back if I see any errors.
     
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    kazzy

    ive only seen 1 eroor from 705-707 i think its just my server, if u brake a block/place a block... your minecraft crashes
     
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    EvilSeph

    No ETA, but we're nearing the point where we feel a recommended build for Minecraft 1.5_02 is possible. Stay tuned!
     
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    Imamoose

    good news good news
     
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    gaz492

    well the only big problem i see is that i cant use /give i have to do it through console
     
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    Joshua Buglass

    Nice work! I have that tingly butterfly feeling already! <3
     
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    Ryme_b

    WOOHOO!!!
     
  23. i tried it and it's not working?! and i tried it without essentials also
     
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    tic

    I have been testing Build 707 and haven't found anything terrible yet. I'm seeing major speed increases though!
    /give works
    blocks updating/no crashes.

    To BeerDone: I haven't seen any weather yet... I see plugins to control the weather in our future! unless it's built in... :D
     
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    unenergizer

    *Jumps up and clicks his heels together*
     
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    kazzy

    evilseph do u know why this is happening in my server?
    and cant w8 for the recommended build XD
     
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    LSky

    Thanks for the update.
     
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    balloo42

    do u use a texture pack? i had this problem with 1.5, fixed changing patcher.
     
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    IronWill1991

    That's good news. Bukkit plugins makes server more fun than the pure vanilla ones.
     
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    kazzy

    oh is that why??
    thx ill see if it works
     
  31. try ovo's texturepack it's really awesome
    there's also a hd patcher and installation guide
     
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