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Special Dragons (Ice and Fire Addon)

An unofficial tribute & addon expanding the Ice and Fire: Dragons universe with three entirely new special dragon species, custom elemental breaths, complete 4-tier biological & dragonsteel progression

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Latest stable file iaf_specialdragons-1.1.0.jar
Game version 1.20.1
Loader Forge

Special Dragons (Ice and Fire Addon) iaf_specialdragons-1.1.0.jar targets 1.20.1 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.

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Is Special Dragons (Ice and Fire Addon) required on the client, server, or both?

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

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What else does Special Dragons (Ice and Fire Addon) iaf_specialdragons-1.1.0.jar need?

iaf_specialdragons-1.1.0.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

All 2 required mods have matching files

Install Ice and Fire: Dragons, Citadel first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 1 comes through another mod in the chain.

3 listed on this file 1 pulled in by one of those mods
Dragon Hybrids (Ice and Fire Addon) Optional for Special Dragons (Ice and Fire Addon) iaf_specialdragons-1.1.0.jar
optional
Matching file found Matched file: iaf_hybrids-1.0.5.jar
Ice and Fire: Dragons Needed by Special Dragons (Ice and Fire Addon) iaf_specialdragons-1.1.0.jar
required
Matching file found Matched file: iceandfire-2.1.13-1.20.1-beta-5.jar
Citadel Needed by Special Dragons (Ice and Fire Addon) iaf_specialdragons-1.1.0.jar
required
Matching file found Matched file: citadel-2.6.3-1.20.1

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.

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Built for Special Dragons (Ice and Fire Addon) iaf_specialdragons-1.1.0.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use iaf_specialdragons-1.1.0.jar. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    Install Ice and Fire: Dragons, Citadel 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 iaf_specialdragons-1.1.0.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Special Dragons (Ice and Fire Addon) add?

NEW FUNGAL & CHRONO DRAGONS HAS BEEN ADDED Check out the Dragon Hybrids Mod: https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/ice-and-fire-dragon-hybrids

🌟 What Does This Mod Add?

1. 🛸 Alien Dragon (Cosmic Plasma & Gravity Tractor Beam)

  • Visuals: Cosmic iridescent scales with 4 color variants (Neon Green, Deep Cosmic Purple, Martian Crimson, Electric Cyan), huge alien compound eyes, and glowing orb antennae.
  • Ranged Attack: Fires high-velocity Alien Plasma Charges that leave a lingering tractor-pull gravity vortex, lifting mobs and disorienting enemies.
  • Diet & Breeding: Feeds on rare glowing Alien Mushrooms and Alien Stew found in meteorite crash sites.

2. 🐝 Bee Dragon & Mini Bee Dragon (Honey Venom & Pollination)

  • Visuals: Striped chitin armor plating in 4 warm tones (Honey Yellow, Orchid Purple, Ruby Crimson, Cyan Pollen), feathery antennae, and rapid translucent bee wings.
  • Ranged Attack: Spits sticky Honey Venom Charges and flings giant 3D Honey Block Projectiles, inflicting heavy Slowness and Poison on impact.
  • Flora & Companions:
    • Adds the wild Golden Rose (pollinated by bees).
    • Introduces the Mini Bee Dragon, an adorable shoulder-sized companion that pollinates flowers, carries visible pollen clumps in its paws, and naturally spawns alongside vanilla bees in meadows and flower forests!

3. 🦇 Vampire Dragon (Blood Mist & Life Drain)

  • Visuals: Menacing draconic bat design with 4 gothic shades (Dracula Obsidian, Nosferatu Albino White, Carmilla Blood Crimson, Nightstalker Shadow Purple), dual elongated vampire fangs, and glowing ruby night-eyes.

  • Ranged Attack: Exhales suffocating Blood Mist Charges and releases sonic screech waves that blind prey.

  • Life Steal: Hits restore health to the dragon or rider, thriving in the dark and deep cavern lairs.

    **Breedings:

    Alien: Alien Mushroom Stew
    Bee: Golden Rose
    Vampire: Any Dragon Blood
    Fungal: Any Mushroom
    Chrono: Clock, Echo Shard, Amethyst Shard**

🛡️ Complete 4-Tier Dragon Progression

Following the strict, authentic Ice and Fire progression philosophy:

  • Tier 1 — Biological Remains & 4 Scale Colors:
    • Defeating dragons drops their respective Hearts, Blood, Flesh, and 4 Scale Color variants.
    • Collect Dragon Skulls (Stage 1 to 5) to mount on walls or pedestals as trophies.
  • Tier 2 — Player Scale Armor & Dragonbone Weapons:
    • Forge 16 distinct Player Scale Armor sets (4 colors per dragon species) with custom passive traits.
    • Craft blood-infused Dragonbone Swords (Alien Gravity Blade, Bee Venom Stinger, Vampire Life-Drain Katana).
  • Tier 3 — Breeding, Nests & Dragon Eggs:
    • Discover subterranean lairs and nests.
    • Collect and hatch dragon eggs with custom block incubation mechanics.
  • Tier 4 — The Dragonsteel Era:
    • Power up custom Dragon Forges using Alien, Bee, or Vampire dragon breath to smelt Alien, Bee, and Vampire Dragonsteel Ingots.
    • Craft god-tier tools, weapons, and complete sets of Dragon Dragonsteel Armor (Head, Neck, Body, Tail).

🪵 Curved Dragon Armor Stand (dragon_armor_stand)

  • Ever wanted to proudly display your dragon's armor just like player armor stands?
  • Crafted with dragon bones and smooth stone slabs, this large, curved oak-stick dragon mannequin supports ANY Dragon Armor piece (Head, Neck, Body, Tail) from:
    • Base Ice and Fire: Dragons
    • Ice and Fire: Dragon Hybrids
    • Ice and Fire: Special Dragons
  • Controls:
    • Right-Click: Equip or swap dragon armor pieces.
    • Shift + Right-Click: Align the stand towards you and cycle through 3 sculpted S-curve display poses!
    • Break: Drops the stand and all displayed armor safely back to your inventory.

⚙️ Dependencies & Compatibility

  • Minecraft: 1.20.1
  • Mod Loader: Forge 47.1.0+
  • Required Mods:
  • Multiplayer Ready: Full anti-grief safety for tamed dragons (no terrain breakage, ownership verification for riding and inventories).

📜 Credits & Legacy Notice

This mod is an unofficial fan-made tribute and expansion built upon the artistic foundation, models, and mechanics of Ice and Fire: Dragons by Alexthe666 & Raptorfarian, and Citadel.

Project description from CurseForge.

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