CurseForge · Minecraft mod
HeartBound Skills
A dynamic leveling mod where every action—mining, killing, and exploring—earns you XP and skill points to unlock powerful abilities.
Quick answer
Which HeartBound Skills release should I use?
HeartBound Skills heartbound_skills-1.5.5.jar targets 1.21.1 with NeoForge. 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 HeartBound Skills 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 HeartBound Skills heartbound_skills-1.5.5.jar need?
heartbound_skills-1.5.5.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
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 HeartBound Skills without breaking your instance.
Built for HeartBound Skills heartbound_skills-1.5.5.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use heartbound_skills-1.5.5.jar. It targets 1.21.1 with NeoForge; 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 heartbound_skills-1.5.5.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does HeartBound Skills add?
HeartBound Skills
A dynamic RPG leveling mod that rewards you for playing Minecraft your way! Every action you take—whether you are mining deep underground, fighting off monsters, or exploring distant lands—earns you experience and brings you closer to ultimate power.
🚀 Features
- Earn XP Naturally: Get experience by mining blocks, killing mobs, exploring biomes, and more.
- Level Up: Accumulate enough XP to raise your character level.
- Gain Skill Points: Every level-up rewards you with skill points.
- Unlock Skills: Spend your points in a custom menu to purchase powerful skills and perks.
- Train 5 Core Attributes: Invest your points into Health, Mining, Combat, Speed, and Farming to permanently boost your stats.
- Dynamic World Scaling: Beware! As you level up your Combat skill, the World Tier rises. Vanilla mobs will automatically become stronger to match your power.
- RPG Progression: Turn your standard world into an addictive, progression-driven RPG adventure.
🛠️ How It Works
- Perform Actions: Just play the game! Go mining, hunting, or traveling.
- Collect Points: Watch your level grow and hoard your hard-earned skill points.
- Open the Menu: Press K on your keyboard at any time to open the skill tree.
- Customize Your Character: Spend your points and choose the perks that best fit your playstyle.
☕ Support the Project
I am a solo developer working hard to bring this project to life. If you enjoy the mod and want to support its development, consider buying me a coffee!
💬 Feedback & Bug Reports
If you encounter any bugs or have cool ideas/tips for new skills, please let me know on the OFICCIAL Discord Server!
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
HeartBound Skills by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.20.1
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
HeartBound Skills versions and loaders
heartbound_skills-1.5.5.jar
15 Sept 2026
heartbound_skills-1.5.jar
15 Sept 2026
heartbound_skills-1.4.jar
15 Jul 2026
heartbound_skills-1.3.jar
7 Jul 2026
heartbound_skills-1.2.jar
5 Jul 2026
heartbound_skills-1.1.jar
heartbound_skills-1.0-BETA.jar
4 Jul 2026
heartbound_skills-1.0.jar
heartbound_skills-1.0-BETA.jar
4 Jul 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.