
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Zander Core
Lightweight core library required for Zander’s mod ecosystem
Quick answer
Which Zander Core release should I use?
Zander Core 1.0.8 targets 1.21.1 with NeoForge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Zander Core required on the client, server, or both?
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.
What else does Zander Core 1.0.8 need?
1.0.8. 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.
2 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 Zander Core without breaking your instance.
Built for Zander Core 1.0.8. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 1.0.8. It targets 1.21.1 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
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.0.8. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Zander Core add?
What is ZanderCore?
ZanderCore is the core library behind the Zander's Mods ecosystem. It provides the shared crafting systems, Recipe Book, configuration tools and server synchronization used by my Reinforced mods.

Getting a Crafting Table unlocks the Reinforced Crafting Table
Getting a Smithing Table unlocks the Compression Table
Getting a Book unlocks the Reinforced Recipe Book
Compatible Zander mods automatically add their own recipes, pages and systems
Features
Reinforced Crafting and Compression systems
Reinforced Recipe Book with pinnable recipes
Central Zander's Mods configuration menu
Vanilla Mode for Armors, Tools and Swords
Enable or disable mechanics such as Blessings, Gems, Hearts, Forges and Passives
Global and per-item balance settings
Configure damage, durability, mining speed, armor and more
JEI, Creative Tabs, tooltips and Recipe Book pages automatically adapt to disabled content
Full server-side configuration and synchronization
Server Configuration
On multiplayer servers, the server controls all gameplay settings.
Players can view the configuration, but cannot change server settings
OP / administrators can configure ZanderCore directly from the in-game Zander's Mods menu
Settings can also be changed through server commands
Changes are synchronized automatically with all connected players
Required by all mods in the Reinforced ecosystem.
Found a bug or have a suggestion? Leave a comment or join the Discord server.
Support the project on Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/littlezander
ZanderCore is planned to be available as a public library for other modders in the future. Stay tuned.
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Zander Core by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.1
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
Zander Core versions and loaders
1.0.8
ZCore-NeoForge-1.21.1-1.0.8.jar
13 Aug 2026
2.0.3
ZCore-Forge-1.20.1-2.0.3.jar
13 Aug 2026
2.0.2
ZCore-Forge-1.20.1-2.0.2.jar
10 Aug 2026
1.0.7
ZCore-NeoForge-1.21.1-1.0.7.jar
10 Aug 2026
1.0.6
ZCore-NeoForge-1.21.1-1.0.6.jar
31 Jul 2026
2.0.1
ZCore-Forge-1.20.1-2.0.1.jar
31 Jul 2026
2.0.0
ZCore-Forge-1.20.1-2.0.0.jar
29 Jul 2026
1.0.5
ZCore-NeoForge-1.21.1-1.0.5.jar
27 Jul 2026
1.0.4
ZCore-NeoForge-1.21.1-1.0.4.jar
9 Jul 2026
1.0.3
ZCore-1.0.3.jar
27 May 2026
1.0.9
ZCore-1.0.9.jar
27 May 2026
1.0.2
ZCore-1.0.2.jar
5 May 2026
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.