Ultimate ColorMatch Pro v1.7

● System & Server Architecture

• Localization Overhaul: The language system has been completely decoupled. All translations are now located in separate files such as messages_de.yml and messages_en.yml.
• Configuration Rewrite: The entire file structure has been overhauled to ensure faster data processing and a cleaner folder hierarchy.
• Core Optimizations: Extensive codebase refinements to ensure better overall performance and efficient resource usage.
  
  
  
  

● Gameplay & New Features

• Integrated Arena Editor: Customize your arena background directly in-game. Use /edit to build, /save to store, and /cancel to discard changes.
• Centralized Admin Panel: The entire Admin GUI has been completely redesigned and merged with the Editor.
• Multi-Access Management: Access the Editor tools and all admin settings at any time – either via the /cm command or conveniently through the Admin Tool Item.
• Unified Workflow: Managing the game and designing maps are now combined into one intuitive interface, making the setup process much faster.
  
  
  

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please delete the entire ColorMatch folder before starting the new version to allow the plugin to generate the new directory structure and language files correctly.

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● System & Server Architecture

• BungeeCord Optimization: Optimized server behavior at game end. If BungeeCord is enabled, the server performs a clean restart; in standalone mode, the game stops or restarts automatically based on your config.
• Smart Stop Logic: Enhanced /stop functionality. Once the command is issued, new rounds will no longer start, even if the minimum player count is reached.
• Core Optimizations: Ongoing refinement of the codebase to ensure better overall performance and further reduced tick usage.

● Gameplay & New Features

• Competitive Rankings: A major highlight added to the Statistics Menu! Players can now access a "Top Player" ranking system to see the leaders in wins, rounds, and losses.
• Post-Game Flow: Added a dedicated "Leave Item" at the end of the round, allowing players to return to the lobby comfortably.
• Interaction Control: Improved world protection. Players can no longer interact with doors, trapdoors, or other world elements, ensuring game integrity.
  
  
  
  

● Design & Communication

• Global Prefix System: Implemented a new Chat Prefix system for both Spectator and In-game chat to improve readability and structure.
• Custom Tablist & Nametags: Created a fully configurable Tablist with integrated Nametags that perfectly match the chat design.
  
  
  
  

● Fixes & Fine-Tuning

• Hunger Bug Resolved: Fixed a critical issue where players would lose hunger under specific conditions.
• Audio Polishing: Implemented a fix for player sounds to ensure correct acoustic feedback during gameplay.
• General Bugfixes: Various minor internal issues have been resolved to provide a smoother user experience.

● Performance & System Architecture

• Instant Data Access: Fixed the synchronization delay. Player statistics and purchases are now available immediately upon joining no more manual reloads required.
• Entity Clean-up Logic: Critical fix for Holograms. Deleting the configuration file now correctly removes the associated entities from the world, keeping your server clean.
• Core Optimization: The entire code base has been refined for better overall performance and reduced tick-usage.

● Gameplay & Perk Balancing

• New Item: Protective Shield: A new tactical gadget to survive those close calls.
• Exploit Fix: Blocked the ability to move items via hotkeys, ensuring the integrity of the game inventory.
• Standalone Sync: Bought items and perks now activate correctly when using stats.yml (Local Mode), ensuring a seamless experience for non-MySQL servers.
  
  
  

● Design & Visual Identity

• Interface 2.0: The Scoreboard and Hologram Statistics have been completely redesigned for a sharper, more modern aesthetic.
• Live Status Tracking: The Scoreboard now dynamically updates to show the exact game state in real-time.
• Message Polishing: All in-game messages have undergone a visual overhaul for better readability and a professional feel.
• Shop Profiles: Your profile now displays an "Active" status, making it instantly clear which cosmetics are currently equipped.
  
  
  

● Cosmetics & Atmosphere

• Fluid Animations: Reworked effect animations for significantly smoother movement and transitions.
• New Effect: Phoenix Aura: Surround yourself with the legendary glow of the phoenix.
• Cosmetic Rotation: Removed the Heart effect to make room for vibrant, new Rainbow Effects.
• Economy Rebalancing: Completely re-adjusted prices and settings for all Wings and Effects to ensure a fair progression system.
  
  
  
  
  

● World & Lobby

• Lobby Expansion: The default lobby area has been enlarged to provide more space for players and future features.
  
  
  

● Shop-System & Cosmetics

• Cosmetic Expansion: The shop has been categorized into Wings, Effects, and Gameplay Items.
• New Wing: Added the Angel Wings (Nether Star) with a unique heavenly glow.
• Movement Trails: Introducing trails like Stardust, Inferno, and Hearts that follow you while running.
• Gameplay Items: Unlockable tactical items like the Focus Lens (highlights colors) or the Rescue Anchor (safe platform).
• Smart Feedback: Dynamic purchase messages that automatically adapt to the item type and player language.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

● User Interface & Visuals

• Stats Search Engine: The Statistics menu has been completely overhauled and now features a real-time search function to find player data instantly.
• Animated Menus: Every GUI (Shop, Stats, Menus) now opens with a smooth, modern animation.
• Stats GUI 2.0: Completely redesigned statistics menu for better clarity and modernized look.
• Visual Sync: Bossbar and Actionbar are now perfectly synchronized with the target block colors.
  
  
  

● Localization & Configuration

• Modernized Messaging: All system messages, including Win/Lose screens and alerts, have been completely rewritten and modernized for a cleaner, more professional look.
• Expanded config.yml: New options to customize shop prices, economy names, and language settings.

● Admin Tools & World Management

• Enhanced Lobby Management: Admins can now not only set but also delete the lobby location directly via the Admin Tool.
• Block Physics: Improved "Rescue Platform" visuals (now using Cyan Glass) and optimized block removal logic.

● Performance & Polishing

• Code Overhaul: Implementation of a new Enum-based color system for faster processing and cleaner code.
• General Optimizations: Improved task scheduling for smoother round transitions.

● Data Management & Stats

• MySQL & stats.yml Overhaul: The storage system has been completely rewritten for better reliability.
• Instant Verification: Player data is now efficiently verified and created immediately upon joining.
• Improved Persistence: Enhanced stability for data synchronization between rounds.

● Networking & Redirection

• Enhanced Fallback: Redirection to the lobby server has been optimized and is now significantly more reliable.
• Silent Redirect: Players are now redirected when the server is full without triggering disruptive broadcast messages.

● Economy & Cosmetics

• Shop System: Introduction of an integrated shop for in-game currency.
• Wings Cosmetics: As the first major feature, various Wing Effects can now be unlocked and equipped.
• In-Game Coin Spawns: Coins now dynamically spawn directly on the game floor during rounds—collect them while you can!
• Currency Integration: Coins are now correctly awarded for victories and survived rounds.
  
  
  
  
  
  

● Tools & Interaction

• New Admin Item: A special item for staff members provides quick access to the main control menu.
• Info-Book 2.0: The Information Book has been completely redesigned in both content and appearance.
• New Commands: /setlobby /stop

● Configuration & Performance

• config.yml Update: The configuration has been adjusted and expanded with new options (BungeeCord, Shop).
• General Optimizations: Numerous "under-the-hood" improvements for smoother performance and a cleaner code structure.
  
  
  

● Added BungeeCord Support

• Full BungeeCord integration for automatic redirection.
• Players will now be sent to the fallback server (specified in config.yml) after a game ends or the server restarts.

● MySQL Database Integration

• Added MySQL support for player statistics.
• Synchronize wins and player data across multiple servers.

● Sound Overhaul & New Effects

• Completely refined the audio experience.
• Successful actions (Start/Test) now trigger a Level-Up sound for all players.
• Error messages (not enough players, game already running, etc.) now trigger an Anvil sound only for the individual player.

● General Performance Improvements

● Added Statistics Hologram (/sethologram & /removehologram)
● Added New Sound Effects
● General Optimizations & Performance improvements
● Small bug fixes