First crew checklist
- Order Windrose hosting (Crew / Expedition / Flagship).
- Open Pterodactyl → Windrose server.
- Start the server; wait for the console ready line (egg watches for level bring-up).
- Note the invite code from panel variables /
R5/ServerDescription.json(or generate one). - Share the invite with friends — or enable Direct Connect (guide).
- Set password/region/max players as needed (guide).
Egg variables you will see
| Variable | Role |
|---|---|
| Server Name | Browser/friendly name |
| Invite Code | Join via invite (default path) |
| Use Direct Connection | 0 invite / 1 IP:port |
| Max Players | Cap to your tier |
| Server Password | Optional lock |
Ogden, UT hosts — soft CTA: Windrose hosting.
Related guides
Frequently Asked Questions
What panel?
Pterodactyl with a SteamCMD Windrose egg.
Invite or direct?
Default egg uses invite codes (Use Direct Connection off). See the invite vs direct guide.
Tiers?
Crew 8 GB / Expedition 12 GB / Flagship 16 GB — see the product page.
Need help?
If you are stuck after following this guide, open a ticket from the Chapter22 client area with the exact error, the port or DNS change you made, and whether the service listens locally (ss / Resource Monitor) but fails externally.
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