How To Create Custom Anvil Recipes

Amer Zain

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29-12-2024

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Minecraft's anvil allows players to rename items and combine enchanted items, but did you know you can also create custom anvil recipes using datapacks? This guide will walk you through the process, empowering you to craft unique and powerful items tailored to your gameplay.

Understanding Anvil Recipes

Before diving into custom recipe creation, let's briefly review how anvil recipes work. Anvil recipes are defined by the input items and the resulting output. Crucially, they also include a cost in experience levels. This cost reflects the complexity of the combination. Minecraft uses a JSON format to define these recipes.

Creating a Datapack

The first step is to create a datapack. This folder will house all the necessary files for your custom anvil recipes. Within your Minecraft world's .minecraft folder, navigate to the saves folder, then to your world's folder. Create a new folder with a descriptive name, for example, "custom_anvil_recipes". Inside this folder, create two more folders: data and pack.mcmeta.

pack.mcmeta File

This file tells Minecraft that this folder is a datapack. Create a file named pack.mcmeta within the custom_anvil_recipes folder and add the following JSON code:

{
  "pack": {
    "pack_format": 10,
    "description": "Custom Anvil Recipes"
  }
}

Remember to replace 10 with the appropriate pack format for your Minecraft version. Check the Minecraft wiki for the correct number for your version.

data Folder

The data folder is where you will place the JSON files defining your custom anvil recipes. Within the data folder, create another folder named after your namespace (e.g., mymod). This namespace helps prevent conflicts with other datapacks.

Creating the Anvil Recipe JSON File

Inside the mymod folder, create a new JSON file named anvil_recipes.json. This file will contain the recipe definition. Here's an example that combines a diamond sword and a diamond block to create a "Diamond Colossus Sword" with increased attack damage:

{
  "type": "minecraft:anvil_recipe",
  "ingredients": [
    {
      "item": "minecraft:diamond_sword"
    },
    {
      "item": "minecraft:diamond_block"
    }
  ],
  "result": {
    "item": "mymod:diamond_colossus_sword",
    "count": 1
  },
  "cost": 20
}

Explanation:

• "type": Specifies that this is an anvil recipe.
• "ingredients": An array defining the items required for the recipe.
• "result": The item created by the recipe. Note: mymod:diamond_colossus_sword requires the creation of this new item within your mod. Refer to Minecraft's documentation for item creation.
• "cost": The experience level cost to perform the combination.

Adding the New Item (Optional)

If your recipe creates a new item, as in the example above, you'll need to define that item. This requires creating another JSON file within your mymod folder (e.g., items.json). This step will be more involved and depends on your modding experience. The Minecraft wiki provides extensive details on creating custom items.

Loading the Datapack

Finally, load your datapack into your Minecraft world. You can do this through the world settings or using commands. After reloading your world, your custom anvil recipe should be available!

This guide provides a foundation for creating custom anvil recipes. Experiment with different combinations and explore the possibilities to enhance your Minecraft experience. Remember to consult the official Minecraft wiki for the most up-to-date information and details.