Shield API
Creating shields with custom models was never easier!
About this Mod
Shield API
Shield API allows mod authors to easily add shields with custom models.
Read the Readme for information about how to use this API.
Available Versions
How to Install Shield API 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 (1.21.4).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Shield API". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.4, 1.21.1, 1.21 (+1 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Shield API 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 (1.21.4). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Shield API compatible with fabric and neoforge?
Shield API officially supports fabric, neoforge for Minecraft 1.21.4, 1.21.1, 1.21. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Shield API – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Shield API 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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