Stealing Redstone Builds on Dream SMP

Introduction

• The lecture discusses the controversy surrounding stolen Redstone builds on the Dream SMP server.
• Dream SMP is a popular Minecraft server with millions of viewers.
• Builds often include complex Redstone contraptions.
• Content creators are accused of not crediting original creators of Redstone designs.

Redstone Builds and Their Origins

• Many Dream SMP members are not known for their Redstone skills.
• Speculation about the origins of Redstone builds on the server.
• Lack of credit to original creators leads to controversy.
• Example: A famous 7x7 vault door design by RKF Walter was used without credit.

Importance of Crediting Creators

• Crediting can significantly impact small creators by exposing them to a larger audience.
• Example: Mumbo Jumbo credited Crafty Masterman, significantly boosting Crafty’s subscriber count.
• Proper credit includes mentioning the creator, linking to their content, and not falsely claiming the work.

Issues with Lack of Credit

• Hypothetical scenario where a Redstone creator sees their work on a stream but is not credited.
• The impact of not crediting: Original creators lose potential growth and recognition.
• Example of improper credit: Awesamdude claiming the Redstone designs as his own.

Positive Examples of Crediting

• Some Dream SMP members like Tubbo and Fundy create and share their own Redstone builds.
• Proper crediting examples from other Minecraft content creators like ImpulseSV.

Redstone Builds on Dream SMP

• Awesamdude used several builds without credit but later acknowledged some tutorials.
• Spin the Lights game and other gambling machines were from Rex Stone but initially not credited.
• Awesamdude showed some change by acknowledging he adapted designs from tutorials.

Why Proper Credit Matters

• Proper credit helps smaller creators gain visibility and grow their channels.
• Encourages more creativity and sharing within the community.

Conclusion

• The issue is not with following tutorials but with claiming work as one's own.
• Emphasis on the importance of honest crediting in Minecraft content creation.
• Redstone builds, like any other creative work, deserve proper acknowledgment to support and grow the community.