Flimsy Torches
Torches burn through 4 states until fully depleted! Burnt out torches can be recycled to make torches cheaper
About this Mod
What's the mod about?
Regular torches get replaced with Flimsy Torches
Flimsy Torches burn through 4 states until fully depleted
Put torches in lanterns to make them last longer
Torch scraps can be salvaged to get some coal back
Villagers replace nearby torches as they burn out
Regular torches can still be obtained with additional effort!
Boring Details
- Upon loading a chunk for the first time, torches get replaced by flimsy torches (1% chance for a torch to not change)
- Regular torches can be crafted using Flimsy Torch and Magma Cream
- Soul torches can be crafted using Soul Sand/Soil and Torch (Regular)
- Candles, Campfires and Waxed Torches that last longer planned for a future version ;<;
Lantern Update - March 28th, 2026
Flimsy Lanterns have been added:- The lanterns can be crafted with eight iron nuggets and start out empty
- Right-click a lantern with a Flimsy Torch to light it
- Inserted torch will last 50% longer (can be changed in configs)
Villager Update - October 19th, 2025
Villager torch behavior's been added, allowing villagers to replace torches as they burn out:- Villagers will occasionally look for nearby torches to replace
- Burnt Out torches are prioritized first, followed by Smoldering ones
- Through the config, you can adjust the frequency and which grades of torches get replaced
Config Update - October 3rd, 2025
Config's been added, allowing you to tweak a few things:- Individual torch burn duration for all states
- Lucky torch spawn chance
- Add other mods' custom torches, so they get replaced with flimsy torches too
Available Versions
How to Install Flimsy Torches 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 (1.20.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Flimsy Torches". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.1, 1.16.5, 1.16.4
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Flimsy Torches 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 (1.20.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Flimsy Torches compatible with forge?
Flimsy Torches officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.20.1, 1.16.5, 1.16.4. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Flimsy Torches – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Flimsy Torches 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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