
Wavey Capes
The cape shouldn't be a static slab
Screenshots

About this Mod


WaveyCapes brings your cape to life with smooth animations and realistic physics. Instead of a stiff block of a cape, this mod renders it as a single, flexible piece that bends and flows naturally.
Customize your cape's appearance and behavior using the in-game config screen - accessible via the mod list. Choose between different rendering styles, tweak wind effects, and fine-tune the physics to your liking.
Since WaveyCapes is purely visual and fully client-side, it works seamlessly on any server without requiring installation server-side.


Simulation V2 (Default)
- Capes sway left and right for a more dynamic feel
- Improved bending physics to prevent clipping or harsh angles
- Fully reworked underwater behavior and resistance
Different Styles
- Simulation V2 - Fully dynamic and simulated cape
- Simulation - "2022 was HOW long ago?"
- Classic - Just adds a nice bend into the cape
- Dungeons - Replica of the Minecraft Dungeons cape behavior


| Minecraft | Loader | Status | Version | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.16.5+ | Fabric/Forge*/NeoForge | β Supported | Latest | |
| *1.16.5 | Forge | β οΈ Unsupported | Outdated | Unsupported, until it gets support for JarInJar mods |
| 1.12.2/1.8.9 | Forge | β Not supported | Outdated | Might get new updates at some point |
| Mod | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric Capes | β Supported | |
| MinecraftCapes | β Supported | |
| Essential | β Supported | |
| Shoulder Surfing Reloaded | β Supported | |
| Ears | β Supported | |
| Player Animator | β Supported | This means mods that use it like Better Combat and Emotecraft |
| More Banner Features | β οΈ Partial support | Only supports the old style |
| Lunar Client | β Not supported | Will never get support! |
And probably many more, just try it and see!



Check out Essential to get some fun cosmetics for you and your friends, including animated capes!


- When swimming/crawling, the cape in Simulation V2 style can fold the wrong way.
- Custom slots like Curios are currently ignored for the cape offset.
- Mods that hide the chestplate like Show my Skin are also ignored for the cape offset.


Does this need to be installed on the server?
No. This is a fully client-side mod and does not need to be installed on the server.
Will this work with mod x that adds capes?
Try it and see. If the cape is implemented in a vanilla/mod friendly way, it should just work.
Can I get a cape?
This mod will not give you a cape. Either you already have one from Mojang, or use one of the many supported mods listed above to get one for free.
I am making a modpack, how do I remove that Essential button in the main menu/pause screen?
Open the poput by pressing the button, click on I don't want to see this and confirm. Make sure to include the config/essential-mod-partner/config.json in your modpack.


π€ Thanks to the awesome translators and contributors on Github!

π License: tr7zw Protective License
Feel free to use this mod in your Modrinth/Curseforge hosted modpacks without asking for permission. Do not redistribute the jar files anywhere else!
Available Versions
How to Install Wavey Capes on Your Client
Install the Mod Loader Locally
Install fabric for your local Minecraft version.
Download the Matching File
Choose the Wavey Capes file for fabric and Minecraft 26.2.
Install Mod
Place the .jar file in your local .minecraft/mods folder and restart Minecraft. No server-side installation is required.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1 (+39 more)
Server-side
β UnsupportedRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Does Wavey Capes need to be installed on the Minecraft server?
No. Modrinth marks Wavey Capes as unsupported on the server side. Install it only in your local Minecraft mods folder. Your server can remain unchanged unless the mod page lists an additional dependency.
Which version and loader does Wavey Capes require?
Use a file for fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt and your exact Minecraft version. Supported versions include 26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1. Files for different loaders are not interchangeable.
Wavey Capes is not working β what should I check?
First check the Minecraft version, loader version and required dependencies. Put the .jar file in your local .minecraft/mods folder and remove older duplicates. Because this mod is client-side, adding server RAM will not fix it.
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