
ArdaMaps
A mapping mod for the Ardacraft server. Adds an interactive map, compass and toposcope HUDs, fog-of-war exploration tracking, and an in-game guide book.
About this Mod
ArdaMaps
Features
- Interactive map with support for PMTiles, BlueMap tiles, and flat images.
- Map layer support and configurable zoom levels
- Compass and Toposcope HUDs showing nearby landmarks with distance
- Fog-of-war exploration tracking
- In-game guide book, fully customizable via resource pack
Requirements
- Minecraft 1.20.1
- Fabric Loader
- Fabric API
- ArdaRegions should be setup and running on the server
- A valid map source: PMTiles, BlueMap or flat image
Setup
1. Install on Server
- Install the mod jar on the server's
/mods/directory - Start the server once -
config/arda-maps/server.jsonis created automatically - Edit
server.json: set your API URLs and define at least one dimension entry
2. Install on Client
- Install the mod jar on the client's
/mods/directory - Client configuration is auto-generated on each player's first login.
Credits
A massive thank you to everyone who assisted in the development of this mod:
- Fornad for beta-testing, bug-finding, and for being the first user.
- Tapter for the ArdaRegions integration and beta-testing
- The entire ArdaCraft team for supporting and beta testing the development of this project.
- Blue (BlueMap) for helping me utilise his mod's tileset.
Available Versions
How to Install ArdaMaps on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set fabric Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the fabric loader and matching Minecraft version (1.20.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "ArdaMaps". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.1
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
ArdaMaps server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong fabric version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.20.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is ArdaMaps compatible with fabric?
ArdaMaps officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.20.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with ArdaMaps – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if ArdaMaps consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.
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