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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Happy Ghasts

Adds the Dried Ghast, Ghastling, and Happy Ghast from Minecraft Live!

Choose a version Pick your version below, then grab the matching file.

Quick answer

Which Happy Ghasts release should I use?

Updated 1 year ago
Latest stable file 2.3+mod
Game version 1.21.4, 1.21.5
Loader Fabric, Forge, NeoForge

Happy Ghasts 2.3+mod targets 1.21.4, 1.21.5 with Fabric, 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 Happy Ghasts 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, 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.

Understand client and server requirements Read the Minecraft installation guide

What else does Happy Ghasts 2.3+mod need?

2.3+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 Happy Ghasts without breaking your instance.

Built for Happy Ghasts 2.3+mod. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 2.3+mod. It targets 1.21.4, 1.21.5 with Fabric, 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 2.3+mod. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Happy Ghasts add?

Experience the Happy Ghast early!

With the power of datapacks, you can use the Dried Ghast, Ghastling, and Happy Ghast in vanilla minecraft before any snapshots have even been released.


Find the Dried Ghast in Soul Sand Valleys...



Rehydrate them in the Overworld so they become a peaceful Ghastling...



And feed them their favorite food until you get a ridable Happy Ghast!!





(Plus, tons of custom items)



💾 How to Install as Datapack(1.21.4 and 1.21.5) 1. Click the latest version's Datapack + Resources


2. Download the Datapack, marked as Primary


3. Add the Datapack to a world by hitting Singleplayer -> Select World -> Edit -> Open World Folder -> datapacks and placing it into the folder


4. Download the Resource Pack, marked as Required


5. Add the Resource Pack to Minecraft by hitting Options -> Resource Packs -> Open Pack Folder and placing it into the folder


❓ Frequently Asked Questions Q: How do you pilot a Happy Ghast?
A: W/S for forward and back, A/D to turn, Jump to ascend and Sprint to descend.

Q: How do I get a Dried Ghast back to the Overworld?
A: Use a lead!

Q: Why can't I harness the Happy Ghast?
A: Right click the top of its head, not its face!

Q: Why can't I find the items in the Creative Inventory?
A: Sadly, Mojang made it so Datapacks can't add new Creative tabs. Use a crafting table and these recipes:

Enjoy!!!

(Report any bugs on the GitHub)

Project description from Modrinth.

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