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Random Items

Owner guide for timed random item drops and configuration controls.

Overview

Random Items is a premium module that periodically gives random catalog items to online players.

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Who This Is For

  • Owners running engagement events
  • Admins tuning random drop behavior

Requirements

  • Premium active on the target server
  • Connected server with active online players
  • Manage Server permission for configuration

Setup

  1. Open /random items server:"<SERVER>".
  2. Toggle feature ON.
  3. Set frequency in seconds.
  4. Set quantity mode (low, standard, high).
  5. Monitor behavior during a short test window.

Commands or Controls

/random items server:"<SERVER>"

Example Use Case

Owner sets random items to standard at 120-second frequency during low-pop hours, then switches to low mode during peak hours.

Common Issues

Problem

Random items stop running unexpectedly.

Likely Cause

Premium became inactive, and the module auto-disabled.

Fix

Restore premium for the server and re-enable random items in the panel.

Prevention

Track premium status changes in owner audit notes.

Tips / Best Practices

  • Frequency range is constrained (10 to 86400 seconds).
  • Quantity mode impacts item amount: low (-30%), standard, high (+50%).
  • Start conservative, then adjust after observing economy impact.