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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Dibs!

This mod lets you permanently bind any unemployed villager to any workstation block and bed of your choice.

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Quick answer

Which Dibs! release should I use?

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Latest stable file 4.2.0
Game version 26.3
Loader Fabric

Dibs! 4.2.0 targets 26.3 with Fabric. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Dibs! 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.

Understand client and server requirements Read the Minecraft installation guide

What else does Dibs! 4.2.0 need?

4.2.0. 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 Dibs! without breaking your instance.

Built for Dibs! 4.2.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 4.2.0. It targets 26.3 with Fabric; 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 4.2.0. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Dibs! add?

Dibs!

Take control of villager profession and sleep assignment. Bind any villager to any workstation or bed permanently.

FEATURES
Permanent Villager-Workstation BindingVillagers who are unemployed can be permanently bound to a workstation
Permanent Villager-Bed BindingVillagers can be permanently bound to a bed
Protected WorkstationsOther villagers cannot gain a profession from a bound workstation
Protected BedsOther villagers cannot claim or sleep on a bound bed
Villager LocatorA glowing effect is applied to a villager, making them easy to find
Workstation/Bed LocatorA trail of white particles is applied from the villager to their bound workstation and/or bed
Auto-Cleanup On BreakBreaking a bound workstation or bed automatically releases the binding, freeing both the block and the villager
HOW TO USE

Binding a villager to a workstation:

  • Hold a stack of workstation items in your main hand (e.g. a composter, lectern, blast furnace, etc.).
  • Right-click an unemployed villager. A brief ritual begins, shown by happy particles around them.
  • One item from your stack is now bound to that villager (the rest remain unbound).
  • Place the bound item as a block anywhere in the world.
  • The villager will navigate to their workstation and gain the corresponding profession.

Binding a villager to a bed:

  • Hold any bed in your main hand.
  • Right-click any villager (employed or unemployed). A brief ritual begins, shown by happy particles around them.
  • Place the bound bed anywhere in the world.
  • The villager will navigate to and sleep in that bed.

Finding the villager or workstation/bed:

  • Look directly at the villager or the placed workstation/bed.
  • Press V, a particle effect will be applied.
CONFIGURATION

If you have Mod Menu installed, you can customize your experience:

Particle Duration (seconds)Determines how long the `happy_villager` particles play around the villager during the binding ritual
Glow Duration (seconds)Determines how long the assigned villager remains highlighted with the glowing effect when the V key is pressed
REQUIREMENTS
Minecraft VersionFabric LoaderConfiguration LibraryFabric API Mod Menu
1.21.x0.18.6+Cloth Config APIVaries by
Minecraft version
26.1 - 26.2YetAnotherConfigLib
26.30.19.5+
CLIENT & SERVER

Some functionality exists on both the client and the server, making the mod required for the server but optional for the client.

FREE & PUBLIC SOURCE

This is a completely free project. I'm not asking for donations or "buy me a coffee" contributions. If you enjoy the mod, the best way to support it is by:

  • Leaving a rating/review
  • Sharing it with friends
  • Reporting any bugs you find
GALLERY

Binding Ritual

Binding Ritual

Pressing V at a bound workstation block

Pressing V

Project description from Modrinth.

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