CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Vanilla Armory+
A mod bringing 7 new melee weapons into the game.
Quick answer
Which Vanilla Armory+ release should I use?
Vanilla Armory+ melee-weapons-plus-1.0.10+1.20.1.jar targets 1.20.1 with Fabric. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. 1 required mod needs a matching file.
Where it goes
Is Vanilla Armory+ 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 Vanilla Armory+ melee-weapons-plus-1.0.10+1.20.1.jar need?
melee-weapons-plus-1.0.10+1.20.1.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
Install Player Animator, Fabric API, Better Combat [Fabric & Forge], Cloth Config API (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge) and 1 more first, but 1 required mod has no matching file for this setup. Do not mix loader builds to force a match. 3 come through another mod in the chain.
3 extra mods were pulled in by other dependencies. 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 Vanilla Armory+ without breaking your instance.
Built for Vanilla Armory+ melee-weapons-plus-1.0.10+1.20.1.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use melee-weapons-plus-1.0.10+1.20.1.jar. It targets 1.20.1 with Fabric; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
Install Player Animator, Fabric API, Better Combat [Fabric & Forge], Cloth Config API (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge) and 1 more first, but 1 required mod has no matching file for this setup. Do not mix loader builds to force a match. 3 come through another mod in the chain.
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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 melee-weapons-plus-1.0.10+1.20.1.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Vanilla Armory+ add?
Vanilla Armory+
Vanilla Armory+ expands Minecraft’s combat with seven new weapons, custom attack animations, unique combat roles, and full survival progression—all designed to feel like a natural extension of vanilla Minecraft.
Rather than making every weapon behave like a differently shaped sword, each weapon has its own damage, attack speed, reach, animations, and intended fighting style. Choose between powerful two-handed weapons, quicker one-handed options, long-reaching polearms, or a throwable spear.
Current version support: Vanilla Armory+ is currently available only for Minecraft 1.20.1 & Minecraft 26.2 using the Fabric mod loader.
Weapons
Greatsword
A powerful two-handed blade designed for heavy attacks. It deals more damage than a normal sword but has a slower attack speed.
Great Axe
An extremely powerful two-handed axe built for devastating single-target strikes. Its high damage is balanced by a slow recovery time.
Spear
A versatile long-reaching weapon that can be used in melee combat or charged and thrown like a trident. It is excellent for keeping enemies at a distance. ( Removed for Version 26.2 since Minecraft has a Vanilla spear that works smoother & better )
Mace
A compact one-handed blunt weapon that provides strong close-range damage without the extreme weight of a warhammer.
Battle Axe
A one-handed axe that deals heavier damage than a sword while remaining faster and easier to handle than a great axe.
Halberd
A long-reaching polearm with sweeping attacks and a special forward thrust. It is ideal for controlling space and attacking enemies before they can reach you. Pressing "Right Click" will thrust the halberd forward, reaching a longer distance than a normal swing, doing less damage and minimal knockback.
Warhammer
A heavy blunt weapon with powerful overhead attacks and an impact effect capable of damaging and knocking back nearby enemies. Hold "Right Click" to charge the slam attack!
Features
- Seven distinct weapon types
- Custom Better Combat animations
- One-handed and two-handed fighting styles
- Unique damage, attack speed, reach, and durability values
- Throwable spear with charging and projectile behavior (Removed from version 26.2)
- Special thrusting, sweeping, overhead, and impact attacks
- Survival-friendly crafting recipes
- Standard Minecraft material progression
- Wood, stone, iron, gold, diamond, and netherite weapon variants
- Enchantment and durability support
- Custom pixel-art textures designed to match Minecraft’s vanilla style
- Multiplayer support when installed correctly on both the server and clients
Dependencies
The following dependencies are required:
- Fabric Loader
- Fabric API
- Better Combat
- Player Animator (Minecraft 1.20.1)
- Player Animation Library ( Minecraft 26.2)
Make sure every dependency is made for Minecraft 1.20.1 or Minecraft 26.2 and is compatible with the version of Vanilla Armory+ being installed.
When using the CurseForge application, required dependencies may be installed automatically. Players installing the mod manually must download and install each dependency themselves.
Compatibility
The current release supports:
- Minecraft 1.20.1 & Minecraft 26.2
- Fabric only
- Single-player worlds
- Fabric multiplayer servers
The current release does not officially support:
- Forge
- NeoForge
- Other Minecraft versions
- Servers that do not use Fabric
- Clients missing the required dependencies
Vanilla Armory+ must be installed on both the server and every connecting player’s client for multiplayer use.
Because the mod relies on Better Combat and Player Animator/Player Animation Library, other mods that completely replace player attack animations, weapon rendering, or combat systems may conflict.
Additional Minecraft versions or mod loaders may be considered in the future based on community interest.
Feedback
Bug reports, balance suggestions, compatibility reports, and requests for additional Minecraft versions are welcome through the project’s CurseForge page.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Vanilla Armory+ by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.2
1 loader build1.20.1
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Vanilla Armory+ versions and loaders
melee-weapons-plus-1.0.10+1.20.1.jar
melee-weapons-plus-1.0.10.jar
1 Aug 2026
melee-weapons-plus-1.1.9+26.2.jar
1 Aug 2026
melee-weapons-plus-1.0.8+1.20.1.jar
melee-weapons-plus-1.0.8.jar
29 Jul 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.