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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Better Ghast Harness

Faster, stronger, shinier = Happier Ghast!

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Which Better Ghast Harness release should I use?

Updated 11 days ago
Latest stable file 1.2.1
Game version 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8
Loader Fabric, Forge, NeoForge

Better Ghast Harness 1.2.1 targets 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. All 1 required mods have matching files.

Where it goes

Is Better Ghast Harness 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.

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What else does Better Ghast Harness 1.2.1 need?

1.2.1. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

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 Better Ghast Harness 1.2.1
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Matching file found Matched file: 0.158.0+26.2

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Before you install it

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Built for Better Ghast Harness 1.2.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.2.1. It targets 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge; 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.

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    Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.2.1. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Better Ghast Harness add?

🔥 Better Ghast Harness 👻

Take your ghast riding experience to the next level! This datapack adds craftable tiered harnesses that not only protect your fiery companion but also make them significantly faster when you're in the saddle.

✨ Features

🛡️ Five Tiers of Harnesses

Craft harnesses using the same materials as regular armor:

How to craft

Copper Harness- 5 armor points

Copper Harness

Gold Harness - 7 armor points

Gold Harness

Iron Harness - 9 armor points

Iron Harness

Diamond Harness - 11 armor points - 2 Armor Thoughness

Diamond Harness

Netherite Harness - 19 armor points - 3 Armor Thoughness - 10% Knockback Resistance

Netherite Harness

Each tier provides balanced protection for your ghast, with iron being stronger than gold and netherite offering exceptional endgame defense. Crafting is flat progression - skip straight to any tier you want without needing the previous ones!

⚡ Speed Boost While Riding

Mount up and feel the difference! Each reinforced harness grants your ghast a flying speed increase only when you're riding:

Tier Speed Boost Actual Speed
Copper +25% ~5.6 blocks/s
Gold +50% ~8.1 blocks/s
Iron +75% ~11 blocks/s
Diamond +100% ~14.4 blocks/s
Netherite +200% ~32.5 blocks/s

Note: Due to how Minecraft's flying speed attribute works, higher tiers feel disproportionately faster than their percentage suggests - this is intentional! The netherite harness in particular provides a dramatically powerful boost for endgame mobility.

📖 Enhanced Enchantments

To compensate the Ghast's lack of equipment, tiered harnesses support all Protection enchantments at 2.0x their normal power:

Enchantable Tiered Harness

Enchantements Added
  • Harness Protection
  • Harness Fire Protection
  • Harness Blast Protection
  • Harness Projectile Protection

All enchantments stack up to their standard maximum levels, making your ghast significantly more durable in combat.

🎨 Optional Resource Pack

Want to easily identify your harnesses at a glance? An optional resource pack is available that adds colored outlines to each tier of harness, making them instantly distinguishable in your inventory!

Optional Resourcepack Screenshot

🏆 Custom Advancements

Unlock a handful of advancements as you explore the features of tiered harnesses... including one hidden secret for the truly dedicated!

📋 Known Issue

Crafting a new tier of harness will remove any enchantments from the input item. This is consistent with vanilla item behavior and cannot be overridden.

🙏 Credits & Inspiration

This datapack was inspired by and builds upon ideas from:

📝 License & Usage

  • Licensed under MIT, with permission and attribution per the above.
  • Free to use in modpacks and videos with credit.

Project description from Modrinth.

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