Mo' Bends

Mo' Bends

If you think that Minecraft characters could be more realistic, instead of steady and rigid animations, this mod is just for you! It makes players seem alive, and adds epic sword animations!

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Screenshots

A slouched zombie
He's right behind me it's he...
Sword Slash!

About this Mod

Community

The development of version 1.0.0 for 1.16.5 is in progress right now! If you'd like to be a part of it, see the progress, or just hang out, join our Discord server:

Discord

Say you came from Modrinth if you decide to come by! Hope to see you there ;)

Features

If you think that Minecraft characters could be more realistic, instead of having steady and rigid animations, this mod is just for you!  It makes creatures seem alive, and adds variety of other epic features!

This mod is client-side. That means, you only need to install it on the client for it to work, no need to install it on the server.

You can also configure the mod in various ways, here's a tutorial: CONFIGURING THE MOD

Spider animations:

Spider animations

Wolf/Dog animations:

Wolf animations

Player:

Player animations

Creative-mode flying:

Create-mode flying

Animations:

Player Animations:

  • Basic movement
  • Sprinting
  • Jumping
  • Sprint jumping
  • Swimming
  • Sword slashes
  • Fist punching
  • Sneaking
  • Archery
  • Ladder climbing

Zombie Animations:

  • Basic movement

Spider Animations:

  • Basic movement
  • Jump attack
  • Wall climbing

Skeleton Animations:

  • Basic movement
  • Archery

General:

  • Arrow trails
  • Sword trails
  • Patreon rewards

FAQ

Q: Will Mo' Bends be released for newer versions of Minecraft like 1.16?

A: Yes, it's currently being developed. The progress is being shared actively on my Discord, I also hold weekly development streams. Hop on in!

Q: Will (insert mod here) be compatible with Mo' Bends?

A: This depends on the mod. Due to the new system being implemented in 1.0.0, most mods should be compatible out of the box. If not, an addon to Mo' Bends can be programmed to add special compatibility with a certain mod or to add extra features. If there are any problems once 1.0.0 releases, report them on GitHub!

Q: I found a bug. Where do I report it?

A: You can report your bug here! Make sure to provide screenshots and/or a proper description of the problem :D.

Q: I have an idea for a feature! Where do I suggest it?

A: You can request features here!

Q: Will you backport to x version?

A: Probably not, but if I were to, it'd be after 1.0.0 is released, and then ported forwards.

Q: Can I use this on x server?

A: Mo' Bends is client side only, so it only needs to be installed on your client, not the server. Once it's installed on the client, feel free to play solo or online :D.

Patreon

Consider supporting me on Patreon! It would help turn ideas into reality <3!

Patreons get to customize their sword trail colours, as well as get many other accessories on higher tiers:

Blue sword trail Ruler's Crown Accessory

Read more on it here!

Available Versions

1.2.2release
MC 1.12.2forge
September 29, 2025

How to Install Mo' Bends on Your Server

1

Order Server

Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).

2

Set forge Loader

In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.12.2).

3

Install Mod

Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Mo' Bends". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.

Compatibility

Mod Loaders

forge

Minecraft Versions

1.12.2

Server-side

Unsupported

Recommended RAM

4 GB(min. 3 GB)

Frequently Asked Questions

Mo' Bends 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 (1.12.2). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.

Is Mo' Bends compatible with forge?

Mo' Bends officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.12.2. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.

Server lagging with Mo' Bends – how to optimize performance?

Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Mo' Bends 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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Details

License
MIT License
Server-side
Unsupported

Supported Versions

1.12.2