Meet the Original Third Life Cast
The inaugural season of the Life Series, known as Third Life, premiered in April 2021 and ran for eight sessions. The premise involved 14 players starting with three lives each, indicated by a green nametag. With each death, their nametag color changed to yellow, and finally to red. Red-named players were forced to become hostile and actively hunt down the remaining green and yellow players. The last player standing would be the winner. Here is a comprehensive list of the original 14 participants:
- Grian: The series' creator, Grian was the final winner of the season.
- GoodTimesWithScar: Allied with Grian as the 'Desert Duo'.
- SolidarityGaming (Jimmy): Formed the 'Flower Husbands' alliance with Smajor1995.
- Smajor1995 (Scott): Partnered with SolidarityGaming and later with ZombieCleo in a 'Widow's Pact'.
- BdoubleO100 (Bdubs): A member of the 'Crastle Alliance'.
- ZombieCleo: Also part of the 'Crastle Alliance'.
- TangoTek: Joined the 'Crastle Alliance' after leaving the Dogwarts faction.
- ImpulseSV: Another member who joined the 'Crastle Alliance'.
- InTheLittleWood (Martyn): A member of the 'Renchanting Alliance'.
- Rendog (Ren): The leader of the 'Dogwarts' faction.
- Ethoslab (Etho): Another member of the 'Dogwarts' faction.
- Skizzleman (Skizz): Aligned with the 'Dogwarts' group.
- Bigbst4tz2 (BigB): A member of the 'Dogwarts' faction.
- SmallishBeans (Joel): Initially aligned with Dogwarts before leaving.
Notable Alliances and Factions
During the series, the players naturally divided into various alliances and factions based on their proximity and trust. These groups defined the social and conflict-driven narrative of the season.
- Desert Duo: The most prominent duo, Grian and GoodTimesWithScar, controlled the desert region and the Dark Oak sapling market for a period.
- Dogwarts: Led by Rendog, this faction was a major opposing force, including members like InTheLittleWood and Skizzleman.
- Crastle Alliance: Located in a castle, this group included BdoubleO100 and ZombieCleo, with later additions like TangoTek and ImpulseSV.
- Flower Husbands: A memorable duo comprised of Smajor1995 and SolidarityGaming, who based themselves in a flowery valley.
Comparison of Key Third Life Factions
| Faction | Key Members | Defining Traits | Base of Operations | Noteworthy Events |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Duo | Grian, GoodTimesWithScar | Monopoly over resources, initial isolation | Monopoly Mountain in the desert | Grian's initial prank that turned Scar yellow |
| Dogwarts | Rendog, InTheLittleWood, Ethoslab, Skizzleman | Aggressive expansionist goals, large membership | Located on a mountain near Ren's enchanting shop | Formed the main antagonistic force against other players |
| Crastle Alliance | BdoubleO100, ZombieCleo, TangoTek, ImpulseSV | Defensive strategy, centered around their large castle | The Crastle | Welcomed new members after players lost their partners |
| Flower Husbands | Smajor1995, SolidarityGaming | Friendly and cooperative, avoided early conflict | The Flower Valley | One of the first major alliances formed, though short-lived |
Player Roles and the Shifting Narrative
What made the series so compelling was how the players' roles and allegiances constantly shifted based on who had lost lives and turned red. This dynamic created unexpected betrayals and new alliances throughout the season. For instance, players who started as friends could become adversaries, and enemies could be forced into temporary truces. The creator, Grian, ultimately emerged victorious, but the season's storyline was defined by the actions of all participants.
The series' success led to subsequent seasons with new rules and player dynamics, such as Last Life and Double Life, often featuring a mix of returning and new creators. Each season, including the original Third Life, stands as a unique testament to the creativity and storytelling ability of the participating Minecraft players.
Conclusion: The Legacy of the Third Life Players
The cast of the Third Life series were a group of experienced Minecraft content creators who came together to create one of the most memorable and influential SMPs in recent memory. By introducing a unique rule system that tied lives to player hostility, they generated a story-driven series that was as much about shifting loyalties as it was about survival. The success of this initial season with its cast of talented YouTubers set the stage for the highly popular Life Series franchise that continues to captivate audiences today. To delve deeper into the series, the Life Series Wiki is a comprehensive resource for information on players, factions, and series history.
