
Experimental Elytra Nerf
Simple mod that brings back the elytra changes from 1.18 experimental snapshot 7
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About this Mod
1.18exp7 Elytra Nerf
Fabric mod that reverts elytra functionality to like it was in 1.18 experimental snapshot 7.
Requires Fabric API.
Changes
- Firework rocket boosting is 1/6th slower
- Elytras no longer lose durability from gliding
- Elytras only lose durability when when rockets are used
Gamerules
elytraFireworkDurabilityDurability points subtracted when a rocket is useddefault:3elytraGlideDurabilityRateSeconds spent gliding to decrease durability by onedefault:0
report bugs or incompatibilities here.
Available Versions
How to Install Experimental Elytra Nerf 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 (1.20.4).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Experimental Elytra Nerf". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.4, 1.20.3, 1.20.2 (+1 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Experimental Elytra Nerf 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 (1.20.4). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Experimental Elytra Nerf compatible with fabric?
Experimental Elytra Nerf officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.20.4, 1.20.3, 1.20.2. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Experimental Elytra Nerf – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Experimental Elytra Nerf 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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