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NDL Rapids
About Mod: - Adds a Metal Weir block to the game that when placed in a FRESH water source block, that source blocks swaps to a rapids source block! - The concept is that the Metal Weir block "speeds up" the fresh water source block into rapids, there is a
Quick answer
Which NDL Rapids release matches 1.22.3?
NDL Rapids 1.0.1 targets 1.22.0, 1.22.1, 1.22.2. It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is NDL Rapids required on the client, server, or both?
It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
This release supports both sides, but the source does not require it on the server.
What else does NDL Rapids 1.0.1 need?
1.0.1 on 1.22.3. 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.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add NDL Rapids without breaking your instance.
Built for NDL Rapids 1.0.1 on 1.22.3. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 1.0.1. It targets 1.22.0, 1.22.1, 1.22.2; 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
It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.0.1. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does NDL Rapids add?
About Mod:
- Adds a Metal Weir block to the game that when placed in a FRESH water source block, that source blocks swaps to a rapids source block!
- The concept is that the Metal Weir block "speeds up" the fresh water source block into rapids, there is a medieval (and probably other times/eras) process of building weirs out of stone to increase creek/river flow (and for fishing but not these ones =p), so this was my version of that lol.
Personal Notes:
- I made this mod because a large chunk of my active world is old chunk generation so obviously I have no access to rapids for water wheels, this allows me a path to do this
- I am still debating on the recipe for the mod if it is expensive enough, so the recipe might change
- The idea is for this mod to be pretty expensive late game type item/use due to it giving you a way to get an otherwise unmovable/unobtainable thing
- So essentially you are not supposed to have TONS of these for active use.
Adds:
- Metal Weir (Block)
How To Guides:
- Will be 4 STEEL plates in a diamond within the crafting grid (see handbook for recipe)
- Then place/find a FRESH water source (It will work in big water area's but I recommend you place it down on a SINGLE fresh water source that you placed somewhere)
- It will then convert the FRESH water source to a rapid water source and the rapid will start flowing
- From there you can treat it as a vanilla rapid water source and direct it as you please
General Notes
- If you remove the Metal Weir from the rapid water source it will convert back to a FRESH water source
Future Information:
- I am unsure if I am happy with the cost for what this does yet, I want it to be fairly expensive given its allowing you to place rapids ANYWHERE in your world.....
FAQ:
- No, I will not work on compatability on other mods myself. If that mod developer or individual wants to work on it and provide me the patch or whats needed then that is fine and I will add it to the mod. However I can't justify the time/effort to make my mod compatabile with another mod that might not continue to exist in the future. The same I wouldn't expect other developers to do it for my mod.
Can you provide the source code?
- No, I choose not to provide the source code to prevent tweaks/patched versions of my mod from appearing on the site. I want to avoid getting questions on issues related to them and also I don't like the idea of someone taking my mod for themselves and publishing it
Can I fork your mod?
- No
Can you add xyz config option?
- You can request and I can consider it but no gurantees
Permissions and Credits:
You cannot re-upload this to the moddb or other mod sites under any circumstances
Modification Permissions (Forks):
You cannot upload forks
Modification Permission (Tweaks/Patches):
You must ask for permission to do this (via DM on discord not in the comments) and said patch/tweak must require this mod to be installed in order to run, it cannot be a standalone patch/tweak as that is just a fork...
Asset Permissions:
Assets specific to this mod cannot be used in other mods
Feedback/Suggestions/Support:
I livestream on Twitch or Youtube (ad-free) monday-thursday (6pm est - 10pm est) Typically I play vintage story but on occasion might dive into a random game. I welcome suggestion and feedback on the mod in chat there or you can leave a comment below.
- You can also join my personal discord channel via - https://discord.gg/6qQZYPU
Project description from Vintage Story Mod DB.
Pick your setup
NDL Rapids releases for each Vintage Story version.
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.22.5
1 loader build1.22.4
1 loader build1.22.3
1 loader build1.22.2
1 loader build1.22.1
1 loader build1.22.0
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
NDL Rapids versions and loaders
1.0.1
ndlrapids_1.0.1.zip
31 Jul 2026
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