
Roots Expanded
Roots Expanded is a small vanilla inspired modpack that expands on the base game just enough to keep things fresh without losing that classic Minecraft feel. Early version built for a small group of friends so don't expect anything major!
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About this Modpack
Roots Expanded is a small, vanilla-inspired modpack that takes everything you love about Minecraft and expands on it just enough to keep things feeling fresh and exciting, without straying too far from the classic experience you know and love.
This pack adds a handful of new content, quality of life improvements, and small tweaks that enhance the game while staying true to its roots. Whether you're building, exploring, or surviving, Roots Expanded aims to make the experience just a little bit better without overwhelming you with changes.
Please keep in mind that this is a very early version of the pack, originally built for a small group of friends. Don't expect anything massive — this is a passion project that will continue to grow and improve over time. Thank you.
Available Versions
How to Set Up a Roots Expanded Server
Order Server
Choose at least 6 GB RAM (8 GB recommended for Roots Expanded). Based on player count: per 5 players.
Install Modpack in Dashboard
Open the modpack browser in the dashboard, search for "Roots Expanded" and click "Install". The fabric loader and Minecraft 1.21.11 are configured automatically.
Start Server & Play
Start the server – all mods are loaded automatically. Share the server IP with friends and play together!
Frequently Asked Questions
Roots Expanded server crashes or won't start – what to do?
Most common causes: insufficient RAM or wrong fabric loader. Check latest.log for "OutOfMemoryError" → increase RAM to at least 8 GB. For "Mixin" or "ClassNotFoundException" errors: modpack version and loader don't match. With Mado Hosting, loader and Minecraft version are auto-configured on modpack install – preventing most startup issues.
How much RAM does a Roots Expanded server really need?
Minimum 6 GB, recommended 8 GB for stable performance. per 5 players. Important: Minecraft modpacks need more RAM than vanilla – plan extra per additional player. With Mado Hosting, you can scale RAM up live at any time without data loss (from €12/month).
Can I add custom mods to Roots Expanded without conflicts?
Yes, but check compatibility: only use mods for the same loader (fabric) and same Minecraft version (1.21.11). Common issues: ID conflicts with recipe mods and incompatible coremod versions. The Mado dashboard mod browser only shows compatible mods and warns about known conflicts.
Roots Expanded server lagging – performance tips
1) Increase RAM to 8 GB+. 2) Reduce server view-distance to 8 (server.properties). 3) Pre-generate chunks with the "Chunky" plugin. 4) Use /spark profiler to check which mods consume the most tick time. With Mado Hosting, all servers run on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores – eliminating hardware as a bottleneck.
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