CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Lava Monsters
Adds monsters that spawn in lava.
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Quick answer
Which Lava Monsters release should I use?
Lava Monsters 26.1.2-v1.1.0 targets 26.1.2 with NeoForge. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Lava Monsters required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Lava Monsters 26.1.2-v1.1.0 need?
Lava Monsters 26.1.2-v1.1.0. 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.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Lava Monsters without breaking your instance.
Built for Lava Monsters 26.1.2-v1.1.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Lava Monsters 26.1.2-v1.1.0. It targets 26.1.2 with NeoForge; 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 it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside Lava Monsters 26.1.2-v1.1.0. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Lava Monsters add?

Adds monsters that spawn in lava.
🔥 Summary
If you’ve ever found yourself bored once you mine down to lava because it stops hostile mobs from spawning, then this is the mod for you! This is a small mod that adds a new hostile monster to the game that spawns in lava and spits fireballs at you. Lava monsters’ spawning conditions can be adjusted in a handy-dandy properties file!
💡 Latest Updates
The Lava Monster has been completely overhauled and ported to 26.1!
26.1 Changes
- Brand new idle, hurt, and death sounds
- Sounds for walking outside of lava
- Lava Monsters now laugh when successfully hitting a target
- Added a new bite attack for close range, complete with animation
- Fully redone animations for walking and swimming
- Added the Lava Walking potion, a rare drop from the monster
- Added the ability to bucket the monsters, which does half of their max health in damage
- Added new step particles when the fire trail is disabled
- Added a new spawn egg texture, made by L200
🤷 FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I use this in my modpack?
Yes, you definitely can. Just make to provide credit to all the authors respectively and link back to the CurseForge page.
Can I redistribute this mod onto other platforms?
Yes, as long as all downloads point directly to our CurseForge page and proper credit is given to the authors.
Will you port to older versions?
We focus on the latest "drop" release of each year (26.1, 27.1, 28.1, etc.), and unfortunately we don't have the time to backport. Older versions remain available to play, but aren't supported. The source is open for reporting bugs and reviewing the code, but we don't accept backports, contributions, or third-party redistribution of our work.
🌐 Translate Lava Monsters - Help break the language barrier!
All translators are credited here. Thank you to everyone who helps make this mod accessible!
Afrikaans (Suid-Afrika) translations by: Wendigo44
اللغة العربية (alLuġah al'Arabiyye) translations by: VXsz, fl.bnmbnm
Català (Catalunya) translations by: Minaderm
Čeština (Česko) translations by: frantisekbenes65
Cymraeg (Cymru) translations by: Fl3x_X_Placid,
Deutsch translations by: xTomFox, m.strongamov
Español (Argentina) translations by: tomasaisama2008
Español (Chile) translations by: Vantanase
Español (España) translations by: josebaizairiondo, Minaderm
Español (México) translations by: Vamacheron
فارسی (Fārsiy) translations by: khbatwyy63
Français (Québec) translations by: Lachney
Français (France) translations by: Lachney
Galego (Galicia) translations by: Minaderm
עברית ('Ivriyþ) translations by: Ido
Magyar (Magyarország) translations by: wrghig
Bahasa Indonesia (Indonesia) translations by: accountforcommenting23
Italiano (Italia) translations by: Giorgiovanni
日本語 (Nihongo) translations by: Vamacheron, お馬
한국어 (Hangugeo) translations by: LoboAzul0103
Lietuvių translations by: WaryRGMCA
Bahasa Melayu (Malaysia) translations by: StearING2
Vlaams (Vlaanderen) translations by: Jelle
Nederlands (Nederland) translations by: Sindarin27, Jelle
Polski (Polska) translations by: Matzetix
Português (Brasil) translations by: cesarlopesg354035, Mikeliro
Русский (Russkiy) translations by: PinkGoose
Svenska (Sverige) translations by: 1019milo
Türkçe (Türkiye) translations by: CreepSkeet
简体中文(中国大陆) translations by: S0ar1ngDeath, likefishlike
🤚 Support: If you have questions or any issues with our mods, read the FAQ! You can also either submit an issue on the issue tracker, or come into our Discord server where we can help you!
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Lava Monsters by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.8
1 loader build1.20.1
1 loader build1.19.4
1 loader build1.19.3
1 loader build1.19.2
1 loader build1.19.1
1 loader build1.19
1 loader build1.18.2
1 loader build1.18.1
1 loader build1.18
1 loader build1.17.1
1 loader buildShowing the newest 12 of 21 game versions. Older files are in the list below.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Lava Monsters versions and loaders
Lava Monsters 26.1.2-v1.1.0
lava_monster-26.1.2-1.1.0.jar
15 Jul 2026
Lava Monsters 1.21.8-v1.0.12
lava_monster-1.21.8-1.0.12.jar
24 Jul 2025
Lava Monsters 1.20.1-v1.0.11
lava_monster-1.20.1-1.0.11.jar
17 Jun 2023
Lava Monsters 1.19.3-v1.0.11
lava_monster-1.19.3-1.0.11.jar
14 Dec 2022
Lava Monsters 1.19.1-v1.0.11
lava_monster-1.19.1-1.0.11.jar
29 Jul 2022
Lava Monsters 1.19.0-v1.0.11
lava_monster-1.19-1.0.11.jar
18 Jun 2022
Lava Monsters 1.18.2-v1.0.11
lava_monster-1.18.2-1.0.11.jar
7 Mar 2022
Lava Monsters 1.18.0-v1.0.10
lava_monster-1.18-1.0.10.jar
1 Dec 2021
Lava Monsters 1.17.1-v1.0.10
lava_monster-1.17.1-1.0.10.jar
31 Jul 2021
Lava Monsters 1.16.4-v1.0.9
lava-monster-1.16.4-1.0.9.jar
2 Nov 2020
Lava Monsters 1.16.3-v1.0.9
lava-monster-1.16.3-1.0.9.jar
9 Oct 2020
Lava Monsters 1.16.3-v1.0.8
lava-monster-1.16.3-1.0.8.jar
11 Sept 2020
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.
