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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Special Mobs

Discover special mobs with distinct abilities in different dimensions!

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Quick answer

Which Special Mobs release should I use?

Updated 1 year ago
Latest stable file v9+mod
Game version 1.17, 1.17.1, 1.18
Loader Fabric, Forge, Quilt

Special Mobs v9+mod targets 1.17, 1.17.1, 1.18 with Fabric, Forge, Quilt. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Special Mobs required on the client, server, or both?

Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

Client Optional
Dedicated server Optional
Loader for this release Fabric, Forge, Quilt
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.

What else does Special Mobs v9+mod need?

v9+mod. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No extra mods listed for this file

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 Special Mobs without breaking your instance.

Built for Special Mobs v9+mod. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use v9+mod. It targets 1.17, 1.17.1, 1.18 with Fabric, Forge, Quilt; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    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.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside v9+mod. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Special Mobs add?

Special Mobs

Dive into a world teeming with unique challenges and encounters with the Special Mobs Data Pack. This data pack enhances your Minecraft experience by introducing a variety of special mobs, each with their own abilities and found in different dimensions.

Overworld

  • Slime Spider
  • Barbarian
  • Ninja
  • Miner
  • Robbery
  • Ice Shooter
  • Water Ghost

The Nether

  • Soul Knight
  • Black Knight
  • Berserker
  • Bastion Guard
  • Crimson Aboriginal
  • Wither Ghost
  • S1enderman
  • Fire Spirit

The End

  • Chorus Ghost

Explore the gallery for more information on these unique creatures.

Project description from Modrinth.

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Special Mobs by Minecraft version and loader

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Recent files

Special Mobs versions and loaders

10 of 10 releases match

Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.