Shadowforms
Extensive pack that makes all mobs at light level 0 turn into shadowforms, as well as adding features centered around this mechanic.
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About this Mod
Shadowforms
Shadowforms is an extensive datapack that makes all mobs at light level 0 turn into shadowforms, as well as adding features centered around this mechanic.
Feature List
Shadowforms
In dark places mobs turn into Shadowforms, which are stronger and faster than normally. In bright light, they're slow and weak.
Some mobs are Strong Shadows, which are stronger and faster than regular shadowforms and don't weaken in light. Have fun :D
Blackened Heart
Blackened Heart is a block that can be obtained by killing Strong Shadows and can be used in a variety of rituals!
Structures
Shadowforms adds a new structure, called Ancient Villages, and a new biome, called the Smog.
Music
For added ambience the datapack includes 1 new music disc, "Danse Macabre" by Camille Saint-Saëns and multiple other classical pieces to set the mood as background tracks.
And more!
Shadowforms also includes Shadow Brews, Athames, Orbs of Darkness, Ancient Enchants and more!
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Available Versions
How to Install Shadowforms 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 (26.1.2).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Shadowforms". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1 (+2 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Shadowforms 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 (26.1.2). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Shadowforms compatible with datapack and fabric and forge and neoforge and quilt?
Shadowforms officially supports datapack, fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt for Minecraft 26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1. 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 Shadowforms – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Shadowforms 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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