CurseForge · Minecraft mod
String & Shaft
The mod adds 10 unique bows with special abilities, 12 types of arrows with various effects, a modifier system, and a dedicated fletcher's workbench.
Quick answer
Which String & Shaft release should I use?
String & Shaft targets 1.20.1 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 String & Shaft 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 String & Shaft need?
String & Shaft. 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.
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Before you install it
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Stick to this file
Use String & Shaft. It targets 1.20.1 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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Use the “Get this file” button beside String & Shaft. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does String & Shaft add?
String & Shaft is a small expansion of the archery mechanics for Minecraft 1.20.1 Forge. It adds 10 unique bows: Double-Barreled, Zoomed Garlic Sniper, TNT Thrower, Minigun Bow, Broken Bow, Snowshot, Teleporter, Homing Tranclucator, Shocker 3000, and Infested Bow. It includes 12 types of custom arrows with special effects: Stone, Copper, Gold, Iron, Diamond, Amethyst, Speed, Fire, Explosive, Heavy, Tranclucator, and Prismarine. A modifier system has been implemented through the Archery Table—upgrade your bows with lapis lazuli, redstone, gold, copper, amethyst, iron, emerald, quartz, diamond, and netherite. Each bow is crafted from a bowhead, shaft, and string, the properties of which affect the weapon's stats. Arrows are assembled from arrowheads, shafts, and fletchings. Some bows can be enchanted. The Archer's Book, with additional information on crafting, is given to you upon first entering the world.
Project description from CurseForge.
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Recent files
String & Shaft versions and loaders
String & Shaft
String Shaft.jar
15 Aug 2026
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