
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Legacy Sword
Restores the classic sword spam-click combat from pre-1.9 versions.
Quick answer
Which Legacy Sword release matches 26.1?
Legacy Sword v1.2.3+mod targets 1.21.10, 1.21.11, 1.21.9 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 Legacy Sword 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 Legacy Sword v1.2.3+mod need?
v1.2.3+mod on 26.1. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.
Before you install it
Add Legacy Sword without breaking your instance.
Built for Legacy Sword v1.2.3+mod on 26.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use v1.2.3+mod. It targets 1.21.10, 1.21.11, 1.21.9 with Fabric, Forge, 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 v1.2.3+mod. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Legacy Sword add?
Like the old times...

This datapack restores the classic pre-1.9 combat style by removing the attack cooldown only for swords. It brings back the fast, spam-click gameplay that many players loved in older versions of Minecraft, while keeping the rest of the combat system unchanged.
Only swords are affected: axes, tools, tridents, or any other weapon keep their normal cooldown and default attack behavior. This makes the gameplay feel more balanced and faithful to the original system without modifying the entire combat mechanics.
The datapack is lightweight, fully vanilla-compatible, and works without any mod or resource pack. Simply drop it into your world’s datapacks folder and enjoy the classic PvP experience again!
⚠ WARNING ⚠
- For the Fabric version FabricAPI is needed.
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Legacy Sword by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.2
4 loader builds26.1.2
4 loader builds26.1.1
4 loader builds26.1
4 loader builds1.21.11
4 loader builds1.21.10
4 loader builds1.21.9
4 loader builds1.21.8
1 loader build1.21.7
1 loader build1.21.6
1 loader build1.21.5
1 loader build1.21.4
1 loader buildShowing the newest 12 of 16 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
Legacy Sword versions and loaders
v1.2.3+mod
legacy_sword_v1.2.3_mc1.21.9-mc26.2.jar
22 Jun 2026
v1.2.3
legacy_sword_v1.2.3_mc1.21.9-mc26.2.zip
22 Jun 2026
v1.2.2+mod
legacy_sword_v1.2.2_mc1.21.9-mc26.1.jar
29 Mar 2026
v1.2.2
legacy_sword_v1.2.2_mc1.21.9-mc26.1.zip
29 Mar 2026
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.