
CombatUtils
CombatUtils is a lightweight server-side utility mod for Minecraft Forge 1.7.10 that provides configurable combat logging protection and detection of F3+A chunk reload abuse.
About this Mod
CombatUtils is a lightweight utility mod for Minecraft Forge 1.7.10 focused on fair PvP and server administration. It combines reliable combat logging protection with optional detection of repeated F3+A chunk reload abuse, helping server owners reduce common forms of unfair play without requiring invasive client modifications.
Features
Combat Logging Protection
- Tracks players while they are actively engaged in PvP.
- Detects players who disconnect during combat.
- Persists combat-log data across server restarts.
- Configurable punishment when combat-logged players rejoin.
- Reliable JSON-based persistence.
F3+A Abuse Detection
- Detects repeated use of Minecraft's F3+A chunk reload shortcut.
- Designed to discourage using repeated chunk reloads as a wallhack aid.
- Configurable detection threshold and time window.
- Multiple punishment modes:
- Log only
- Warn
- Kick
- Execute a custom server command
- Server-authoritative handling with configurable rate limiting.
Built for Dedicated Servers
- Server-side logging and enforcement.
- No unnecessary client-side punishment or abuse logs.
- Lightweight networking with minimal overhead.
- Compatible with Forge 1.7.10 using UniMixins.
Configuration
CombatUtils is highly configurable. Server owners can customize:
- Combat tag duration
- Combat log punishment
- F3+A detection thresholds
- Detection time window
- Punishment mode
- Custom kick messages
- Custom server commands
- Logging behavior
Dependencies
CombatUtils requires UniMixins to be installed on both the client and server.
CombatUtils uses UniMixins to provide reliable runtime patches and compatibility without relying on legacy ASM transformers. The mod will not function correctly if UniMixins is not installed.
Available Versions
How to Install CombatUtils on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set forge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.7.10).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "CombatUtils". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.7.10
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
CombatUtils server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong forge 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 (1.7.10). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is CombatUtils compatible with forge?
CombatUtils officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.7.10. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with CombatUtils – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if CombatUtils 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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