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Better Punching

A mod, overhauling punching and breaking mechanics in a popular block game!

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Updated 2 years ago
Latest stable file Better Punching-2.0.0 for 1.16.5
Game version 1.16.5
Loader Forge

Better Punching-2.0.0 for 1.16.5 targets 1.16.5 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.

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About this project

What does Better Punching add?

Better Punching

A mod, overhauling punching and breaking mechanics in a popular block game!

Notice!

This mod is for FORGE only!

Features

  • You can no longer break blocks you can't harvest.
  • It adds basic vanilla friendly primitive tools, made from Flint.
  • No more tree punching on day one! Punching wood will give you the Splinter effect.
  • Glass now breaks instantly and if broken with hands, you will get the Bleeding effect.
  • To obtain cactus with bare-hands you need to sneak first, else you will get the Splinter effect.

Effects

  • Bleeding - given when you punch glass bare-handed.
  • Splinter - given when you punch wood or cactus bare-handed.
    Mod Effects

Items

  • The Flint Hatchet is a smaller axe. It has 50% less durability and damage compared to a Stone Axe.
    Flint Hatchet
  • The Flint Spade is a small shovel. It has 50% less durability compared to a Stone Shovel.
    Flint Spade
  • The Flint Pick is a small pickaxe. It has 50% less durability compared to a Stone Pickaxe.
    Flint Pick
  • The Flint Dagger is a lightweight weapon. It has 40% less damage, 50% less durability and 100% more attack speed than a Stone Sword.
    Flint Dagger

Project description from CurseForge.

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