In this update I bring you the tournaments which are now semi-implemented. Soon they will be fully completed. Right now the functionality is limited to essential things.

Implemented experience system fully.

Also I've fixed a few things in the code and optimized it further.

Fixed a critical bug with arenas

Fixed an issue with discord webhooks

Added many more configurable messages in messages.yml. It took a lot of work but most of the plugin is now configurable.

Eliminated kyori adventure as hard dependency and made minimessage work through other ways

Updated the plugin to work from 1.8.8 - 1.21.10

Updated all libraries to latest version.

Some QoL changes to the system and survival games game.
Moved from adventure to self coded system

Added support for newest released spigot versions

Improved the code efficiency slightly
Updated all libraries to the latest version
1.21.5 support

Hey everyone!
We’re excited to bring you a major update packed with new features, performance upgrades, and gameplay enhancements. Here’s what’s new:

New Features

• BungeeMode & Multi-Arena Support
  Now supports multiple arenas across servers! Use /joinpartypvp and /leavepartypvp to join or leave games.
  
• MySQL Support
  Easily sync and store player data using MySQL—ideal for networks and cross-server stats.
  
• Leveling System
  Players can now earn XP and level up—perfect for progression and rewards.
  
• New Minigame: Floor is Lava
  A new chaotic and fast-paced game mode—don’t touch the lava!
  
• New Minigame: BlockParty
• Game Master System
  Admins can now use /gamemaster to dynamically manage and control games in real time.

⚙️ Improvements

• Updated Libraries
  All external libraries have been updated to their latest versions for better stability and security.
  
• Optimized Match Functions
  Match systems have been refactored and optimized for smoother performance and reduced lag.

## [1.0.0] – 2025-05-15

### Added
- **Stable Release**
Plugin officially out of beta—no more “beta” warnings or limitations.
- **New Game Modes**
- **BedWars**
- **The Bridges**
- **Gladiators** (bracket-style tournament minigame)
- **Floor Is Lava**
- **BlockParty** (with NBS music support; requires NoteBlockAPI)
- **Attribute System Enhancements**
- **Portal Win** & **Bed** system attributes
- **First-to-Round Wins** attribute for kits
- **Reset Round on Portal** attribute
- **Rating Arena**
Dedicated arena for skill-based matchmaking and rating sweeps.
- **Rematch System**
Players can vote to instantly queue a rematch after match end.
- **Global Leaderboards**
Cross-server and all-time stats ranking top players and parties.

### Changed
- **ELO & Ranking**
- Vastly improved ELO calculations—now accounts for assists, team sizes, and party matches.
- Refined rating adjustments for ranked Party and team games.
- **Leaderboards & Match Reset**
- Leaderboards revamped for speed and efficiency.
- Match-reset tasks now run asynchronously where possible to minimize main-thread lag.
- **Nametags & Client Support**
- Proper nametag handling for all game modes.
- Lunar Client “Apollo” support with added Lunar-only visuals and hit-sound sync.
- **Queue System**
Overhauled queue logic—now reliably supports team-based matchmaking and faster join times.

### Fixed
- **Scoreboard System**
Addressed issues where scoreboards failed to load or displayed stale data.

### Optimizations
- **Configuration Loading**
Streamlined config parsing and caching to reduce startup time and memory usage.
- **General Performance**
Numerous under-the-hood optimizations across core systems for smoother gameplay.

### In Development
- **Tournament System** (initial groundwork laid)
- **Coming Soon:** Achievements, Challenges, Leveling System