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CurseForge · Minecraft mod

Tinkers Master

Expand Tinkers' Construct with an advanced tool progression system, prestige levels, powerful modifiers, and highly configurable gameplay.

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Quick answer

Which Tinkers Master release should I use?

Updated last month
beta file TinkersMaster v1.2.1
Game version 1.12.2
Loader Forge

Tinkers Master TinkersMaster v1.2.1 targets 1.12.2 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. All 2 required mods have matching files.

Where it goes

Is Tinkers Master required on the client, server, or both?

The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

Client Source doesn’t say
Dedicated server Source doesn’t say
Loader for this release Forge
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.

What else does Tinkers Master TinkersMaster v1.2.1 need?

TinkersMaster v1.2.1. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

All 2 required mods have matching files

Install Tinkers Construct, Mantle first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 1 comes through another mod in the chain.

1 listed on this file 1 pulled in by one of those mods
Tinkers Construct Needed by Tinkers Master TinkersMaster v1.2.1
required
Matching file found Matched file: TConstruct-1.12.2-2.13.0.183.jar
Mantle Needed by Tinkers Construct
pulled in
Matching file found Matched file: Mantle-1.12-1.3.3.55.jar

1 extra mod was pulled in by another dependency. Indented rows show who needs each one. We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.

Before you install it

Add Tinkers Master without breaking your instance.

Built for Tinkers Master TinkersMaster v1.2.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use TinkersMaster v1.2.1. It targets 1.12.2 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    Install Tinkers Construct, Mantle first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 1 comes through another mod in the chain.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside TinkersMaster v1.2.1. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Tinkers Master add?

🔨 Tinkers Master

Tinkers Master is a feature-rich progression overhaul for Tinkers' Construct that transforms the way tools evolve throughout the game.

Instead of simply gaining levels, your tools become part of a fully configurable progression system. Earn experience, unlock new ranks, receive modifier rewards, and customize every aspect of progression through powerful configuration files.

Designed for both players and modpack developers, Tinkers Master provides a lightweight, multiplayer-friendly, and highly customizable experience while remaining fully compatible with Tinkers' Construct.


🎉 Tinkers Master Classic 1.2.1 is now available!

This update introduces full Construct's Armory support, bringing the complete progression system to armor for the first time.

Armor can now level up independently, earn free modifier rewards, and provide detailed progression statistics just like tools.


✨ New Features

Tinkers Master Classic 1.2.1

✨ Added

  • Added 70+ new armor modifiers with unique mechanics.
  • Added full support for free armor modifiers.
  • Added a completely redesigned Modifier Browser.
  • Added the About the Developer.
  • Added German localization.

⚙️ Improvements

  • Improved tool and armor progression.
  • Improved modifier browser and information pages.
  • Refactored and optimized the project.
  • Fixed numerous bugs and improved overall stability.

🏹 Fixes

  • Fixed arrow experience progression.

1.2 -🛡 Full Construct's Armory Support

  • Full armor progression system
  • Independent armor experience and leveling
  • Free modifier rewards for armor

📊 Advanced Armor Information

  • Detailed armor tooltips with multiple information pages
  • Material, trait, and modifier overview
  • Armor statistics page including:
    • Damage received
    • Durability consumed
    • Time worn

⚙️ Improvements

  • Improved Construct's Armory compatibility
  • Improved tooltip readability and navigation
  • Improved armor progression stability
  • Various optimizations and internal improvements

🐞 Bug Fixes

  • Fixed numerous armor progression issues
  • Fixed tooltip synchronization and information display
  • Fixed several leveling edge cases
  • General stability improvements

❤️ Feedback

Found a bug?
Have a suggestion?
Notice something that could be improved?

Please let us know in the comments!

Every report helps make future versions of Tinkers Master even better.


🚀 What's Next?

Development of Tinkers Master continues.

More progression mechanics, customization options, and compatibility improvements are already in development.

Project description from CurseForge.

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