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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

BaseDefense

Defend your sanctuary against relentless nightly sieges with upgradeable turrets, elemental weapons, and deep base progression.

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Which BaseDefense release matches 1.21.8?

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Best match for your filters 2.4.0
Game version 1.21.8
Loader Fabric

BaseDefense 2.4.0 targets 1.21.8 with Fabric. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. All 1 required mods have matching files.

Where it goes

Is BaseDefense 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
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.

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What else does BaseDefense 2.4.0 need?

2.4.0 on 1.21.8. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.

All 1 required mods have matching files

Install Fabric API first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

Fabric API Needed by BaseDefense 2.4.0
required
Matching file found Matched file: [1.21.8] Fabric API 0.136.1+1.21.8

We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.

Before you install it

Add BaseDefense without breaking your instance.

Built for BaseDefense 2.4.0 on 1.21.8. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 2.4.0. It targets 1.21.8 with Fabric; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    Install Fabric API first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

  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 2.4.0. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does BaseDefense add?

🛡️ Base Defense

Base Defense transforms Minecraft into an intense tower defense and siege survival experience! Claim your sanctuary, fortify your territory, deploy automated turrets, craft elemental weaponry, and survive brutal nightly invasions.

⚔️ Key Features

  • 🚩 Nexus Base Flag: Stake your claim in the world! Defines a protected perimeter with glowing visual boundaries, health scaling, and a built-in Core Shard economy shop.
  • 🏹 Automated Defenses: Deploy Ballista Turrets and Tesla Shock Turrets to automatically detect, target, and eliminate hostile intruders.
  • ⚡ Elemental Arsenal: Forge endgame legendary weapons, including the Tesla Arc Rod (chain lightning stun) and the Kinetic Warhammer (ground slam seismic shockwave).
  • 🪓 In-World Turret Upgrades: Upgrade your turrets to Tier 2 with Magnetic Copper and Tier 3 with Energy Crystals for rapid multi-shot bursts and freezing stuns.
  • 💥 Strategic Traps & Tools: Lay down Spike Barricades and Molten Flame Traps, and maintain your defenses with the Fortification Repair Hammer.
  • 🌑 The Blood Moon & Invasions: Beware the procedural Blood Moons, wall-crumbling Breachers, and powerful raid bosses marching on your base!

🕹️ Getting Started

  1. Craft a Base Flag using 1x White Banner / Wool, 1x Iron Ingot, and 1x Stick (or receive one on first spawn!).
  2. Place the flag to claim your territory.
  3. Mine deep underground for Magnetic Copper and Energy Crystals.
  4. Right-click the flag to upgrade your base tier or purchase ammunition and turrets with Core Shards earned from slaying monsters.

Project description from Modrinth.

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