Islands of Adventure

Ahh, a tropical island – the perfect getaway for a delightful vacation! A warm beach stretching before the crystal-clear ocean at your feet, a soothing breeze, refreshing fruity drinks, mysterious jungles, dark dungeons, an eerie sense of doom and… wait a minute… is this really a pleasant place to unwind?

In truth, the Tropical Island isn’t your typical sun-soaked paradise. It’s a landscape that may appear beautiful, but appearances can be deceiving…

This lush sanctuary holds many concealed mysteries and enigmatic structures waiting to be uncovered by someone brave enough to risk their life. Crafted by the talented creator TalSet, the Tropical Island invites you to explore with all the luck you can muster! Even if you just wanted to enjoy a relaxing break from the daily grind.

“I aimed to create an environment where players could embark on quests, make choices, and uncover the history and secrets of the island,” explains TalSet. “I love creating things, so initially, I just wanted to build a map for construction and entertainment.”

This tropical adventure is quite different from what TalSet usually designs. Since he began playing Minecraft Pocket Edition seven years ago, his focus has been on constructing builds set in medieval environments. He has a soft spot for castles, particularly due to their diverse layouts, unique styles, and sometimes imposing appearances.

“Living in Europe, you’re largely surrounded by historical sites,” says TalSet. “To me, old buildings have much more character than modern ones. This leaves far more room for imagination.”

As for the map created by TalSet, little is known about Tropical Island and the culture behind its grand temples, but even more puzzling are the reasons for the sudden disappearance of this civilization thousands of years ago. What happened? In recent years, the island has attracted adventurers seeking gold, who ventured alone into numerous dungeons only to never return. With such intriguing lore, one might think TalSet is crafting an adventure map.

“Since I ultimately want to turn the map into an adventure experience, I’m always trying to incorporate some gameplay elements into Minecraft Pocket Edition,” explains TalSet. “But for those who simply wish to explore the map in creative mode, it’s worth considering staying off the beaten path. Additionally, I find it fascinating to think about small secrets and stories to weave into my game world in Minecraft PE.”

The secret to a good story or engaging players lies in subtle hints, teasing them with specific details to spark their curiosity for more information. For instance, on the tropical island, there’s a book located in the captain’s cabin of a shipwreck that contains insights about the island from an explorer’s perspective. Go grab it!

“Sometimes I like to leave behind written books serving as letters, journals, tales, etc.,” explains TalSet. “There are also locations and mini-dungeons that require puzzle-solving. The dungeon on the Tropical Island hasn’t been created yet, but it will function similarly. In my private version of the map in MCPE (which you haven’t downloaded), I’ve already crafted a couple of quests using the CustomNPC mod, most of which serve as smaller independent stories, but hopefully set the mood for the overall map.”

Many of TalSet‘s constructions are also made using Conquest Reforged, a mod that adds thousands of new blocks to choose from, allowing him to select exactly what he needs. You can certainly see why TalSet opted for this mod, especially since his style incorporates a lot of stonework in his buildings. Conquest Reforged features textures, block types, and 3D models, and soon it will include an update that adds full compatibility with new items, weapons, armor, and additional blocks in MCPE.

Even though Tropical Island has already been released, there’s still much work ahead for TalSet on the map. A large dungeon beneath the island is still under construction, and many features will be added later once the new Conquest Reforged update is completed. Regardless, TalSet couldn’t resist releasing this innovation! As a bonus, he provides all his previous works within this single map in Minecraft PE.

“For now, you can view the map, but primarily as a spectator. If these images aren’t enough for you, specifically referring to [these] screenshots shown in this article, or if you want to discover the small details of this map yourself, then just download it and soar through the landscapes!” he states. “Ultimately, I hope to create a vast, cohesive map filled with intricate details that many players can explore in their own worlds, and later play together with friends in this adventure!”

As the unexplored territory of Tropical Island remains a mystery, I can’t wait for you to delve into the richly detailed world of TalSet! But for now, I must solve the greatest mystery that eludes us all… how on earth did I escape this island?!