Explorer Maps
Makes it possible to create explorer maps without villagers, using only a map and an item to create
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About this Mod
Have you ever wanted to find a certain structure, but didn't even know where to start?
Well, this datapack/mod brings the solution! With 11 maps, each created using 1 (one) empty map in the mainhand and the structure's respective item in the offhand.
Structures / Items
Overworld
- Ancient City / Sculk
- Desert Pyramid / Smooth Sandstone
- Igloo / Ice
- Jungle Temple / Gold Ingot
- Woodland Mansion / Emerald Block
- Ocean Monument / Diamond
- Pillager Outpost / Crossbow
- Swamp Hut / Mud
- Trail Ruins / Brush
- Trial Chambers / Copper Block
End
- End City / Eye of Ender
Available Versions
How to Install Explorer Maps on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set datapack Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the datapack loader and matching Minecraft version (1.21.11).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Explorer Maps". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.9 (+7 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Explorer Maps server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong datapack 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 (1.21.11). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Explorer Maps compatible with datapack and fabric and forge and neoforge and quilt?
Explorer Maps officially supports datapack, fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt for Minecraft 1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.9. Note: Forge and Fabric mods are NOT cross-compatible – pick one loader and stick with it. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Explorer Maps – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Explorer Maps 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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