“IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT!” -Walt
When Imaginears Club started, almost 4 years ago, we were the only server in the Minecraft community dedicated solely to theme parks and Disney. We wanted to create a one-of-a-kind experience within the diverse Minecraft universe. Our mission was simple: Build the world’s biggest, best & most complete theme park experience for our Guests & keep it safe, secure and free for all ages. We succeeded, building all the parks in the Walt Disney World resort with working rides and shows.
Although we opened in 2011, we started counting the turnstiles in 2012. Since then, around 300,000 Guests, 500 Cast Members, 25 Managers and numerous technicians have joined us. To give you a little perspective– when we started, there were only 5 videos on YouTube related to “Disney Minecraft”. On Google, there were barely 1,000 results. Now, there are over 1.5 MILLION videos and 24 MILLION results on Google. Those numbers are incredible!
“THE KEY TO HAPPINESS IS HAVING DREAMS. THE KEY TO SUCCESS IS MAKING DREAMS COME TRUE”
Our popularity has meant a welcome flood of followers & fans. We helped inspire others to create their own theme parks. Our progress led others to believe that their creation, no matter how obscure or difficult, could succeed. From Universal Studios, to Sea World, to Six Flags – a multitude of unique servers have been created. Since we opened, we have witnessed the birth of no less than 50 servers dedicated to theme parks. In all of this, there was 1 common thread: They were usually created by former Imaginears Club Cast Members. Using the inside experience they gained while volunteering for us, they truly believed in their hearts that they could “do it better”. We applauded many of these efforts. It is exciting, to us, to watch the game improve, develop and exceed its boundaries. There have even been a few times when we were inspired by their efforts.
“IT’S KIND OF FUN TO DO THE IMPOSSIBLE” -Walt
That said, Imaginears Club has never been in competition with anyone. That’s not why we do this. We have never sought out to challenge any other server in our almost 4 year history. As stated above, we welcomed many of them. Our current Cast Members never go to other servers to troll, harass, intimidate, spam, advertise or mock others. There is no documented case of this happening. That is because we foster a level of respect in our Staff. You will not find negative threads on Twitter or Facebook involving our official accounts or Cast Members. To be honest, we are too busy volunteering our time to our Guests. From shows, to fireworks, to rides, to character greetings, to autograph sessions, to games, to new builds, to updates, to additions to the game – our dedication to our Guests (our most important asset) is paramount. We simply can not spare a single minute elsewhere.
“LAUGHTER IS TIMELESS, IMAGINATION HAS NO AGE, AND DREAMS ARE FOREVER.” -Walt
We would also like to point out that our Cast Members, Managers and Technicians have ranged in age from 8 to 65. We have never engaged in ageism or insinuated that anyone working for us is required to be a certain age. Minecraft is not just for kids, no matter what some may say. It’s wide-ranging software that inspires everyone. Why else has it sold more copies than any other game in history? Let’s be clear: Walt, himself, was in his 60s when he dreamed up Walt Disney World. His focus (as is ours) is on Family & Friends as a whole. His parks were for everyone to enjoy together. So is ours. Disney hires Cast Members of all ages and so do we. We don’t judge a person based on age, sex, orientation, race or social standing. All are equal, here.
Imaginears Club also strongly believes in the avoidance and removal of trolling, stalking, personal information sharing, swearing and bullying. We have worked harder on Guest safety than any other aspect of our Parks. Rides were important, sure, but if someone can not be on Imaginears Club without a troll bothering them or swear words filling the chat, we would have closed our doors years ago. We’re proud of those efforts. Kids and their families can join Imaginears Club and not worry about the rest of the internet ruining their time.
As part of our mission to keep it free, we do not charge our Guests to visit. We also do not force them to pay monthly fees. Since the beginning, Imaginears Club has been in full compliance with Mojang’s EULA. Although we do have the DVC role, every Guest can still experience the parks exactly the same way!
“AROUND HERE, WE DON’T LOOK BACKWARDS” -Walt
Using the technology built into Minecraft, we offer our Guests a more immersive experience by using what Mojang gave us. We offer a full resourcepack and audio experience. You can still enjoy Imaginears Club without a resource pack, but Mojang did not include the ability for no reason – therefore we utilize this feature as it is a part of the game. We proudly take advantage of it.
Last year, we invited 6 servers to join our Family to show our respect for those we believe hold our same values. We have been so honored to have them along for the ride. Their willingness to work together, their dedication to the principle that the Guest comes 1st (ALWAYS), and their incredible & unique builds were a perfect fit. It also meant that, under one roof, we had the entirety of the real Disney Parks family. It has been a blessing having them join us on this adventure.
Accountability is important to us and our Partners. That is why we do not allow advertising of other servers, even those run by former Cast Members. We are also unable to authorize the addition of servers to our Family with either no history, or a history of faults and issues. We simply must uphold the best of standards. When in doubt, we follow Disney’s 4 keys.
“THAT MIGHT SOUND BORING, BUT I THINK THE BORING STUFF IS THE STUFF I REMEMBER THE MOST.” -Russell in UP
So, to sum up:
- Imaginears Club, and our valued Partners, believe the Guests come 1st, ALWAYS.
- Imaginears Club is proud to have inspired so many.
- Imaginears Club believes in age, gender, racial and social equality.
- Imaginears Club uses the tools Mojang gave us to improve the Guest experience.
- Imaginears Club has never been in competition with anyone
- Imaginears Club will never force our Guests to pay-to-play.
- Imaginears Club is proud to partner with the best Theme Park servers in Minecraft.
“SOMETIMES, THE SMALLEST THINGS TAKE UP THE MOST ROOM IN YOUR HEART” -Pooh
Starting in 1955, Disney Parks were the first of their kind. It took them decades to perfect the image, procedures & MAGIC we know today. We’ve only been around for about 4 years, so we’re still learning and growing. As we do, we’re so glad you have chosen to join us. It’s been a wild ride.
Imaginears Club Cast Members and Special Guests become regular Guests for the day!
Last year, a record 25 Guests, Cast Members, Managers, Special Guests and our Owner all went to Walt Disney World on the same day. From across the world, they gathered together to celebrate. It was an incredible day of laughter, sharing and fun. It is a testament to everyone’s hard work, dedication and love of Disney that made it happen– and it wasn’t the first time! Our Staff has gathered at Walt Disney World no less than 5 times and met up at numerous Minecraft-related events around the world. We truly live & feel the magic. On that note, I want to leave you all with an inspirational story from a current Cast Member. It summarizes that magical feeling, so well –
“Hey Duckie, my minecraft name is UrbanAthena and I am one of your cast members on Imaginears Club. I was just messaging you to tell you how grateful I am for the server you created. If it wasn’t for this server I would not have made some of my best friends now, I would not have gotten a summer job at a camp (with DarthCorey, and WildPoppys) and I would not have met (Virus) who gave me and two friends a free trip to Disney World and who talked me into applying for the Disney college program that I got accepted to along with StitchPenguin. So starting in August I will be living the dream of working in Disney World.
None of this would have been possible without your server. So thank you”
That is why we do this. For moments like that. It’s why we pledge to keep going and never falter from our mission. All of you are our inspiration and motivation. We would not be here without you. We are humbled by you, our benefactors and the community as a whole.
Thank you all and have a truly MAGICAL day. We will see you in the Parks!
