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Starting Classes

Adds a selection of equipment loadouts that a player can choose from at the start of their journey. New classes can be added via datapacks.

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Quick answer

Which Starting Classes release should I use?

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Latest stable file 1.1.0
Game version 1.20.1
Loader Forge, NeoForge

Starting Classes 1.1.0 targets 1.20.1 with Forge, 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 Starting Classes 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 Forge, NeoForge
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 Starting Classes 1.1.0 need?

1.1.0. 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 Starting Classes without breaking your instance.

Built for Starting Classes 1.1.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.1.0. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge, NeoForge; 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 1.1.0. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Starting Classes add?

This mod adds the ability for players to choose a starting class the first time they join a world, allowing them to choose from a selection of equipment loadouts, to give you a headstart or objective on their playthrough. These loadouts vary from combat focused like Knight and Dreadnought, to exploration focused like Trader and Pioneer, to even allowing you to start with a tamed mob like Ranger or Outrider. This mod is intended to be highly data-driven, allowing for modpack and datapack makers to add their own classes or modify existing ones. See the wiki for more details and a template.

An in-game command, 'starting_classes_open_menu (player)' exists to allow manual (re)opening of the class menu. Three additional commands exist allowing operators to enable or disable specific classes, '/starting_classes_enable/disable_class "(class id)", and to clear the blacklist of disabled classes.

Some classes offer choices between a selection of items. allowing for minor variety among players who choose the same class.

Classes

By itself, this mod adds twelve classes.

  • Wanderer - The 'no class' option.
  • Alchemist - A traveling chemist in search of fresh reagents, starting with some potions and ingredients.
  • Dreadnought - An unmovable warrior with defensive gear and a sturdy shield.
  • Engineer - An adept tinkerer ready to automate their life.
  • Knight - A balanced warrior ready to take on an adventure with a variety of gear.
  • Mariner - A seafarer with the tools to dive deep and live beneath the waves.
  • Outrider - A lightly armored horseman traveling quickly with their trusty steed.
  • Pioneer - A settler traveling with their loyal donkey and some crops to set up a comforting homestead.
  • Ranger - A woodsman who hunts with their bow, alongside their treasured wolf companion.
  • Scholar - A novice enchanter who starts with their own personal enchanting setup.
  • Trader - A wandering trader with their llama, in search of fortunes.

Compatibility

New classes or variations on existing ones will be available for selection if one or more of the following mods is present:

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Project description from Modrinth.

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