
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Pufferfish's Skills
Adds a fully configurable skill system to the game.
Quick answer
Which Pufferfish's Skills release should I use?
Pufferfish's Skills 0.18.3 targets 26.1 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 Pufferfish's Skills 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 Pufferfish's Skills 0.18.3 need?
0.18.3. 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 Pufferfish's Skills without breaking your instance.
Built for Pufferfish's Skills 0.18.3. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 0.18.3. It targets 26.1 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 0.18.3. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Pufferfish's Skills add?
Pufferfish's Skills

About
Pufferfish’s Skills is a mod that adds a framework to create fully configurable skill systems. It has a dedicated online editor to make designing skills layouts easier. There is also an API which allows extending the functionality and managing skills.
Getting started
For Players
This mod is just a framework. You need to install skill trees separately. The easiest way to start playing is to install Default Skill Trees mod and Pufferfish's Attributes mod.
For Creators
The recommended way to begin creating is to follow the Creating Skill Trees Tutorial. Alternatively you can start by analyzing and modifying existing skill trees like Default Skill Trees data pack.
Commands
/puffish_skills points add <player> <category> <count> - Adds points.
/puffish_skills points set <player> <category> <count> - Sets points.
/puffish_skills experience add <player> <category> <amount> - Adds experience.
/puffish_skills experience set <player> <category> <amount> - Sets experience.
/puffish_skills skills unlock <player> <category> <skill> - Unlocks skill.
/puffish_skills skills reset <player> <category> - Locks all skills, points are refunded.
/puffish_skills category lock <player> <category> - Locks category.
/puffish_skills category unlock <player> <category> - Unlocks category.
/puffish_skills category erase <player> <category> - Resets points, experience, skills.
Default keybindings
k - Opens skills screen.
Configuration
Configuration is JSON driven. It is possible to reload in without restarting game using /reload command.
To easily edit skills you can use online editor.
You can read more about configuration in the documentation.
Compatibility
This mod supports both Forge and Fabric. What's more it is cross-compatible, so the client can use different loader than the server.
This mod should not conflict with other mods. Please report an issue if you find an incompatibility.
Versions
Versions that are maintained and will receive future updates: 1.18.2, 1.19.2, 1.19.4, 1.20, 1.20.1, 1.20.2, 1.20.4, 1.21.1, 1.21.3, 1.21.4, 1.21.5, 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8, 1.21.9, 1.21.10, 1.21.11, 26.1, 26.2.
Modpacks
You can use this mod in your modpack as long as you do not redistribute this mod.
Community-made tutorials
Videos
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Pufferfish's Skills by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.1
2 loader builds1.21.11
2 loader builds1.21.10
2 loader builds1.21.9
2 loader builds1.21.8
2 loader builds1.21.7
2 loader builds1.21.6
2 loader builds1.21.5
2 loader builds1.21.4
2 loader builds1.21.3
2 loader builds1.21.1
2 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 20 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
Pufferfish's Skills versions and loaders
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-26.1-neoforge.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-26.1-fabric.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-1.18.2-forge.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-1.18.2-fabric.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-1.20.4-fabric.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-1.20.4-neoforge.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-1.21.5-neoforge.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-1.21.5-fabric.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-1.21.9-neoforge.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-1.21.9-fabric.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-1.21.4-fabric.jar
31 Jul 2026
0.18.3
puffish_skills-0.18.3-1.21.4-neoforge.jar
31 Jul 2026
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.
