I was just curious as to some of your standing points. Technically that is custom coding, the DEV had to code those features that were not included in the mod itself. Those features are actually really nice to have in this type of server, especially since most servers don't offer these features. Not to mention there is a party system and within this system exp gain is even shared! So forgive me, I believe they offer just what they advertise, on top of that I would like to ask; what exactly did you say you code again?
As to the spawn, the spawn is protected. If you walk down the path set, it cannot be destroyed and the same goes for the town that the path leads too. Just because the areas around the spawn are not blocked doesn't mean a thing. It just mean you as a player don't need to start grieving it up just because you were given a little leeway. And to avoid being killed, be smart. If you get killed going one way.... go around? (lol)
As for you last statement.... "wow" just about sums everything up. I mean honestly look at the date this thread and server was posted...Not a lot of time to get a server bustling with amazing players. Sorry if you feel I am attacking you; your post just caught my eye as it needed clarification.