EarlyStage
Adds a couple of early stage features like no log hitting
About this Mod
EarlyStage adds a flint tool set for the start of the beginning. It adds the requirement to use an axe for logs.
It also adds a sieve which can get customized item drops with a datapack.
Stones laying around in the forest for more immersive gaming.
How to get started: break leaves to get sticks, find gravel to get flint, gather rocks, craft a crafting rock, put sticks and flint on it and hit it a couple times with another rock!
The sieve can be used to sieve blocks like dirt or sand. Try it out and see what is hidden in the dirt.
This mod is developed for Fabric.
There are no plans to develop a Forge version.
Modpack Permission:
Feel free to use it in any modpacks.
Bug Report:
Just report bugs at the github page.
Available Versions
How to Install EarlyStage 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 (1.21.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "EarlyStage". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.1 (+1 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
EarlyStage 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 (1.21.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is EarlyStage compatible with fabric?
EarlyStage officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with EarlyStage – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if EarlyStage 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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