SimpleRandomMOTD
This is a simple mod that randomizes the text of the MOTD (Message of the Day) on the serverlist
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About this Mod
random-motd
This mod randomizes the Message of the Day.
You can change what messages are randomized via the "message-list" file in the "random-motd" folder in the config folder.
You can change how often you want the message to be updated via the "randomize-message-timer"
It defaults to changing the MOTD every minute.
Random MOTD does support basic formatting using the offical/vanilla format.
Set pause-when-empty-seconds to 0 if you want the MOTD to always be changed.
message-list default config:
Welcome Server
Test
Change these strings!
randomize-message-timer default config:
#Change MOTD timer set below
hours=0
minutes=1
seconds=0
Available Versions
How to Install SimpleRandomMOTD on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set fabric Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the fabric loader and matching Minecraft version (26.1.2).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "SimpleRandomMOTD". 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 (+8 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
SimpleRandomMOTD server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong fabric 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 SimpleRandomMOTD compatible with fabric?
SimpleRandomMOTD officially supports fabric for Minecraft 26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with SimpleRandomMOTD – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if SimpleRandomMOTD 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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