HDM-Mod
A lightweight Forge mod inspired by His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman
About this Mod
HDM-mod
A lightweight Forge mod inspired by His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman
HDM-mod brings the world of His Dark Materials into Minecraft 1.16.5, starting with iconic items and concepts from the series. Designed for casual players and fans of the books, this mod aims to gradually expand into a deeper experience while remaining easy to drop into any modpack.
🌌 Current Features
- Dust (Item) – A mysterious material with potential…
- Dust Block – Decorative block made from Dust
- Subtle Knife – A powerful item that will allow you to slice open portals to other dimensions
⚙️ Details
- Minecraft Version: 1.16.5
- Mod Loader: Forge
- Dependencies: None
- Performance: Lightweight and modpack-friendly
🔮 Future Plans
- Select dimention to open window too.
- Lore-inspired items, creatures, and structures
💡 Try HDM-mod Today
Whether you're building your own multiverse or just want to collect some Dust, HDM-mod is the perfect addition to your casual modded Minecraft world. More features are on the way—stay tuned!
Available Versions
How to Install HDM-Mod 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 (1.16.5).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "HDM-Mod". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.16.5
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
HDM-Mod 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 (1.16.5). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is HDM-Mod compatible with forge?
HDM-Mod officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.16.5. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with HDM-Mod – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if HDM-Mod 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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