Who Created L‘Manburg? An In-Depth History of the Dream SMP‘s Iconic Fallen Nation

As someone who loves gaming, streaming, and immersive stories, few Minecraft creations captivate me like L‘Manburg. This nation, which existed on the incredibly popular Dream SMP server for over a year, has some of the richest lore and most dramatic storylines I‘ve ever seen in a multiplayer game.

In this post, we‘ll dive deep into L‘Manburg – from its rebellious beginnings to its explosive end. We‘ll uncover how two ambitious players built an iconic story that still influences the Dream SMP today.

TommyInnit, Wilbur Soot and the Origins of Conflict

To understand L‘Manburg, you need to know about Dream SMP members TommyInnit and Wilbur Soot. Tommy began playing on the server in May 2020. He quickly made waves with his brazen attitude, pulling chaotic pranks on other members.

Wilbur joined soon after. As a talented musician and writer, he added a narrative depth to Tommy‘s antics. Their energy formed an explosive combo that kept clashing with the server owner, Dream.

The conflict escalated throughout June 2020. Dream and his allies played deadly pranks on Tommy and Wilbur, like burning down structures they built. Tensions boiled over when Tommy was briefly banned from the server by Dream.

This set the stage for rebellion. Tommy and Wilbur retreated to a hidden van far from the central SMP areas. On July 29th, they built walls around it, creating a tiny independent state.

The Meaning Behind "L‘Manburg" and "L‘Manberg"

This new nation was originally called "L‘Manburg" after Eret misspelled the name "L‘Manberg" in its Declaration of Independence.

The two different spellings took on their own identities:

• L‘Manberg – Used initially by Eret and represents the early revolutionary era of the nation, like during the independence war.

• L‘Manburg – Became standard later on, especially after government reforms under Jschlatt. Represents the more organized nation L‘Manburg evolved into before its destruction.

The War for L‘Manberg‘s Independence

Unsurprisingly, Dream reacted poorly when Tommy and Wilbur declared L‘Manberg separate from the greater Dream SMP. On July 29th, he gathered allies and descended upon L‘Manberg, beginning the Dream Team SMP vs L‘Manberg War.

What followed was a dramatic 4 day conflict between an independent L‘Manberg led by Wilbur Soot against Dream‘s unified forces. Some key events:

• Initial skirmishes – Tommy inaugurates L‘Manberg‘s freedom. Dream‘s team destroys the nearby Camarvan.

• Eret‘s betrayal – Eret seemingly joins L‘Manberg but tricks them into an ambush, allowing Dream in to kill them.

• Duel for L‘Manberg – Dream challenges Wilbur to a 1v1 duel for independence. Wilbur surprisingly wins.

• Final Control Room battle – L‘Manberg launches an all-out offensive on Dream‘s secret base, winning the war.

L‘Manberg‘s victory shocked everyone, given they were the underdogs. But their tenacity paid off with Dream recognizing L‘Manberg as autonomous on August 2nd, 2020.

The Symbolism and Meaning of the Iconic L‘Manberg Flag

A key symbol of L‘Manberg is its flag, featuring a unique 4 color design:

• Red – Wilbur Soot
• Blue – TommyInnit
• Black – Eret
• White – Peace/Independence
• Yellow – Wheat fields

The flag represents the camaraderie between L‘Manberg‘s founders. It encapsulates their shared goals of freedom and self-governance.

As L‘Manburg evolved, its flag stayed an enduring emblem of the nation. New meanings emerged, like Tubbo‘s green tie referencing his presidency. But the original symbolism remained at its core.

From Drug Cartel to Democracy – L‘Manberg‘s Political Evolution

With independence won, Wilbur Soot assumed the role of leader as L‘Manberg‘s first president. His vice president was TommyInnit.

Their initial "government" was bare bones, focused on protecting their remaining van and drug empire. But Wilbur saw greater potential in their new land.

Over August 2020, he reformed L‘Manberg into a lawful democracy with an election system, official cabinet roles and new national anthem.

This eventually backfired when their first election was won by rival Jschlatt. But it showed Wilbur‘s eye for nation-building that transformed L‘Manberg.

Jschlatt‘s Rise to Power in the 2020 L‘Manberg Election

On September 20th, 2020, L‘Manberg held its first general election between:

• Wilbur Soot and TommyInnit of the POG2020 party

• Jschlatt and Quackity of the SWAG2020 party

In a controversial move, Quackity swapped to Jschlatt‘s side when votes were being counted. Jschlatt won with his new majority.

As president, Jschlatt exiled Wilbur and Tommy, reforming L‘Manberg into an authoritarian state. He revoked citizenship for Wilbur, Tommy and Tubbo – a shocking development that completely changed the political landscape.

Jschlatt undid many of Wilbur‘s democratic reforms, instead consolidating power with Quackity and punishing dissent. A tense new chapter for L‘Manberg began.

Pogtopia – The Hidden Resistance Against Jschlatt

In exile, Wilbur and Tommy founded Pogtopia – a hidden underground base beyond L‘Manberg‘s walls. Others joined their cause, like Niki, Fundy and Tubbo.

United in resisting Jschlatt‘s rule, Pogtopia planned acts of subterfuge to weaken his regime. They stole resources, destroyed property and tried swaying L‘Manberg citizens.

Tubbo acted as Pogtopia‘s main spy due to his role as Jschlatt‘s secretary. He fed intel about troop movements and palace plans to Wilbur.

Pogtopia‘s goal was restarting revolution to retake L‘Manberg from Jschlatt by any means necessary. Their hatred of his tyranny blinded them to what L‘Manberg might become after.

The Manberg Festival – Tubbo‘s Execution and Wilbur‘s Descent into Madness

After weeks of scheming, tensions reached an explosive climax at the Manberg Festival on October 16th, 2020.

Jschlatt organized this event to reunite L‘Manberg after conflict with Pogtopia. However, it quickly went awry when he publically executed Tubbo onstage for treason.

This outraged Pogtopia, who saw it as an act of war. Led by Technoblade, they attacked and killed Jschlatt. In the chaos, Wilbur regained control by pressuring Tubbo to name him president again.

But Wilbur was a changed man. Paranoid of power being abused again, he was willing to completely destroy L‘Manberg rather than relinquish control. This foreshadowed the nation‘s fate.

The Members Who Shaped L‘Manberg‘s Legacy

Many key members left their mark on L‘Manberg‘s history:

Wilbur Soot – Original founder and leader. His vision built L‘Manberg but later went mad with power.

TommyInnit – Loud and boisterous fighter whose bravery secured independence. Vice president under Wilbur.

Tubbo – Loyal follower of Tommy who became an unlikely leader, serving as Jschlatt‘s spy and later president.

Jschlatt – Usurped power in the election and became a ruthless dictator over L‘Manberg.

Eret – First king before betrayal. His misspelling led to "L‘Manberg". Remained an outsider in L‘Manberg affairs.

Niki – One of the earliest and most loyal supporters who baked L‘Manberg‘s iconic cakes.

Fundy – Wilbur‘s son. Served under many regimes but could never reconcile with his father.

Quackity – Defected as Jschlatt‘s right hand man but later regretted his tyrant partnership.

Technoblade – Powerful PVP ally who helped Pogtopia fight against Jschlatt to usher in L‘Manberg‘s destruction.

This blend of personalities led to an incredibly complex and character-driven narrative. Their goals and relationships created ever-shifting dynamics that kept L‘Manberg‘s story perpetually captivating.

The Fall of L‘Manberg – Wilbur‘s Mad Destruction with TNT

After retaking L‘Manberg, Wilbur became obsessively paranoid about anyone else seizing control. He decided it was better for L‘Manberg to be destroyed than exist under tyranny again.

During the chaos after Jschlatt‘s death, Wilbur sneakily rigged the entire country with TNT. As Tubbo was about to take over as the new president, Wilbur uttered the now iconic line:

"Let‘s be the bad guys."

He detonated the TNT, blowing up all of L‘Manberg in front of everyone. Only a giant crater remained, decimating the nation on November 16th, 2020.

Wilbur‘s mad descent and destructive actions marked a grim turning point in L‘Manberg‘s history. His companions looked on in shock, mourning the loss of the once great nation.

The Aftermath and Rebuilding of L‘Manberg

Despite Wilbur‘s insanity, glimmers of hope emerged from L‘Manberg‘s ashes. Tubbo assumed the presidency over what remained of the nation.

Slowly but surely, he led reconstruction efforts. Buildings were restored, walls rebuilt, and some sense of normalcy returned. Though it would never be the same L‘Manberg, its legacy persevered.

Later conflicts continued, like Tommy‘s exile and further damage under the Egg storyline. But L‘Manberg remained an integral part of the Dream SMP, both as a physical location and symbolic idea.

The nation met its end on March 1st, 2021, when Dream planted TNT under L‘Manberg again during the Doomsday War. This time, there was no rebuilding. L‘Manberg was gone for good.

But its history and meaning are unforgettable.

L‘Manberg‘s Impact on Minecraft Storytelling and the Dream SMP

As a gamer, I‘m fascinated by how L‘Manberg demonstrates the potential for immersive storytelling in Minecraft. The way its lore and characters wove together over months is remarkable.

Some key things that made L‘Manberg‘s story so compelling:

• Multi-dimensional characters – Everyone involved had complex motives and relationships that drove events forward logically.

• Meaningful symbolism – Details like the flag made L‘Manberg feel like a real living place with history.

• Dramatic turning points – Major events like the election and festival created unexpected new directions.

• Slow-burning story – Plots built up believably over time rather than rushing the narrative.

L‘Manberg made the Dream SMP feel like more than just another Minecraft server. It was an evolving world, driven by characters making consequential choices to shape their reality.

This inspired an engaged community who fueled L‘Manberg‘s popularity. Fans analyzed every plot point, cheered victories, and mourned losses. The story became a shared experience – the hallmark of any good lore universe.

For any gamer interested in how Minecraft can enable creative storytelling, L‘Manburg should be mandatory studying. Its rise and fall was an unmatched triumph in collaborative worldbuilding.

So next time you watch a Dream SMP stream, appreciate the legacy of L‘Manberg. Its history lives on through the members who today walk where its flag once flew so proudly. A nation may fall, but its spirit endures eternally.