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Vanilla armory
As it turns out, all those ruined weapons have models for un-ruined variants. this mod adds playable weapons using the un-ruined weapon models, and it does so without; adding unnecessary hoops to jump through to get them, a thousand variations of handle color,
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Quick answer
Which Vanilla armory release matches 1.21.2?
Best match for your filters 1.9.1
Game version 1.20.12, 1.21.0, 1.21.1
Loader Built-in Vintage Story mod system
Vanilla armory 1.9.1 targets 1.20.12, 1.21.0, 1.21.1. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Vanilla armory required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server.
Client Source doesn’t say
Dedicated server Source doesn’t say
Loader for this release Built-in Vintage Story mod system
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume
No client/server declaration is available from this source.
What else does Vanilla armory 1.9.1 need?
1.9.1 on 1.21.2. 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 Vanilla armory without breaking your instance.
Built for Vanilla armory 1.9.1 on 1.21.2. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 1.9.1. It targets 1.20.12, 1.21.0, 1.21.1; 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
The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.9.1. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Vanilla armory add?
As it turns out, all those ruined weapons have models for un-ruined variants. this mod adds playable weapons using the un-ruined weapon models, and it does so without; adding unnecessary hoops to jump through to get them, a thousand variations of handle color, or locking them behind later teir metals. it also adds a few other things in the style of vanilla.
Additions.
four varieties each of; swords, maces, axes, spears, and knives. all available in every metal the falx is, including ornate varieties.
restoring ruined weapons to relics.
two new bows with models from Kanahaku.
quivers in four tiers.
iron and steel lamellar.
bear armor brigandine.
sturdy leather armor.
improvised bone and wood armor.
lore armors by Irakonul (does not add origional versions or their weapons so there is no overlap in our mods).
buckler shields and a forlorn tower shield.
make lamellae in crafting grid.
added a new throwing weapon to fill out the ranged weapon options, boomerang (or throwing stick).
changed basic spear stats to have damage tiers.
these weapons were mathematically and practically balanced and no two weapons have the same stats.
all weapons are compatable with the new quenching system. non-relic swords are sharpenable.
xskills compatible.
kemono compatible.
for purposeful storage compatibility use Zomb's patch. (thank you zomb).
older versions compatible with still neccesaries and bloodshed.
these mods are not required.
if by chance you enjoy ttrpgs you can check out the one I wrote Mana: tales of dragons. it took me actual years to complete.
vanilla armory classic without all those not so vanilla like additions here vanilla armory classic
Project description from Vintage Story Mod DB.
Pick your setup
Vanilla armory releases for each Vintage Story version.
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
Vintage Story version
1.22.3
1 loader buildVintage Story version
1.22.2
1 loader buildVintage Story version
1.22.1
1 loader buildVintage Story version
1.22.0
1 loader buildVintage Story version
1.21.4
1 loader buildVintage Story version
1.21.3
1 loader buildVintage Story version
1.21.2
1 loader buildVintage Story version
1.21.1
1 loader buildVintage Story version
1.21.0
1 loader buildVintage Story version
1.20.12
1 loader buildVintage Story version
1.20.11-rc.1
1 loader buildShowing the newest 12 of 17 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
Vanilla armory versions and loaders
1.9.1
vanilla-armory-1.9.1.zip
9 Oct 2025
Client Source doesn’t say Server Source doesn’t say Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.21.2 setup 1.20.121.21.01.21.11.21.2 release
Looking for an older file? The official Vintage Story Mod DB project page is in Resources.