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# Setup & First Steps

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### 🚀 1. How to install

It is very easy. Just follow these steps:

* **What you need:**
  * Java 17+
  * Server version 1.20.1 to 26.1.x
  * **Vault** (optional, for money costs)
* **Steps:**
  1. Put the `.jar` file into your `/plugins/` folder.
  2. Restart your server.
  3. Done! The plugin is ready.

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### 🛠️ 2. The Main Command

You can do everything inside the game. You don't need to open any config files. The only command you need is: `/gevo editor`

Use this to:

* Create new gear or clone old ones.
* Change global settings (like sounds or language).
* Edit XP rewards for every block and mob.

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### ✨ 3. Evolution Path (The F Key)

Players can see their progress anytime. They just need to hold their gear and press the **F key**.

**Inside the menu, they can see:**

* Their current level and XP.
* What they will get next (enchantments, commands, etc.).
* Their total "Lifetime XP".
* The Prestige button (if they are max level).

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### 💾 4. Better Data Storage

Premium uses **H2** or **SQLite** databases. This is way better than YAML files because:

* It is much faster for big servers.
* Your items are safe. We use unique IDs so nothing gets lost.
* It makes a backup every time you start the server.

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> \[!TIP] If you want to show someone how to craft an item, use `/gevo recipe <id>`.


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