CurseForge · Minecraft mod
SpawnGuard
Mod that protects players from mob attacks for a set duration after spawning, ensuring a safe start in any world. Ideal for survival or challenge-based packs where early-game defense is crucial.
Quick answer
Which SpawnGuard release matches 1.20.4 Forge?
spawnguard-forge-1.20.1-1.0.0.jar targets 1.20.2, 1.20.1, 1.20.4 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is SpawnGuard required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does spawnguard-forge-1.20.1-1.0.0.jar need?
spawnguard-forge-1.20.1-1.0.0.jar on 1.20.4 Forge. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add SpawnGuard without breaking your instance.
Built for spawnguard-forge-1.20.1-1.0.0.jar on 1.20.4 Forge. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use spawnguard-forge-1.20.1-1.0.0.jar. It targets 1.20.2, 1.20.1, 1.20.4 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside spawnguard-forge-1.20.1-1.0.0.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does SpawnGuard add?
SpawnGuard
Survive your first moments. SpawnGuard protects players from hostile mob attacks for a configurable duration after spawning — no more losing everything to a creeper before you even find wood.
✨ Features
- Automatic Spawn Protection — Every new player gets a Mob Attack Protection effect the moment they join the world
- Fully Configurable — Set the protection duration to whatever fits your server or playstyle
- Brewable Potions — Craft your own protection on demand with the Potion of Mob Attack Protection
- Multiloader — Works on Fabric and NeoForge (Forge supported up to 1.21.4)
- ModMenu Support — Fabric users get an in-game config screen via ModMenu
🧪 Brewing Recipes
| Recipe | Result | |
|---|---|---|
| Potion of Weakness + Blaze Powder | Potion of Mob Attack Protection | ![]() |
| Potion of Mob Attack Protection + Redstone | Long Potion of Mob Attack Protection | ![]() |
⚙️ Configuration
Fabric (config/spawnguard.json5):
{
"enableSpawnGuard": true,
"mobAttackProtectionDuration": 6000
}
NeoForge (config/spawnguard-common.toml):
enableSpawnGuard = true
mobAttackProtectionDuration = 6000
enableSpawnGuard— Toggle spawn protection on or offmobAttackProtectionDuration— Duration in ticks (20 ticks = 1 second, default: 6000 = 5 minutes)
📦 Supported Platforms
| Loader | Required Dependencies |
|---|---|
| Fabric | Fabric API, Cloth Config |
| NeoForge | — |
| Forge | — (up to 1.21.4 only) |
🔗 Links
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
SpawnGuard by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.11
2 loader builds1.21.4
3 loader builds1.21.1
3 loader builds1.20.4
2 loader builds1.20.2
2 loader builds1.20.1
3 loader buildsCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
SpawnGuard versions and loaders
spawnguard-forge-1.20.1-1.0.0.jar
23 Feb 2025
spawnguard-1.20.1-0.3b.jar
19 Jan 2025
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.

