
Starting Loot
custom modification designed to provide players with an enhanced and personalized starting experience by allowing them to set their initial gear through the use of LootTables.
About this Mod
Starting Loot
The Starting Loot Mod is a custom modification designed to provide players with an enhanced and personalized starting experience by allowing them to set their initial gear through the use of LootTables. This feature empowers players to tailor the contents of their inventory at the beginning of a new game, ensuring that they can begin their adventure with customized equipment and resources.
Getting Started
To utilize this mod, follow these simple steps:
- Mod Installation: First, ensure that you have properly installed the Starting Loot Mod in your game. Depending on the game platform and mod loader, this may involve downloading the mod file from a repository and placing it in the appropriate mods folder.
- Configuration File: The mod requires a configuration file named
starting_loot.jsonto specify the starter loot settings. Create or download a pre-configured version of this JSON file and place it in your game's configuration directory. The exact path might vary depending on the game; common locations include a "config" folder within the root directory of the game installation. - LootTable Configuration: Open the
starting_loot.jsonfile with a text editor to define the items and chances of receiving them when a player starts a new game. ALootTabletypically contains entries for different item types, each with its own weight or chance to spawn, quality, and potentially additional attributes like enchantments. - JSON Structure: The JSON should adhere to the format specified by Minecraft. It will likely contain key-value pairs representing item IDs/names and their associated properties. For example:
{
"pools": [
{
"rolls": 1,
"entries": [
{
"type": "minecraft:item",
"name": "minecraft:stone"
}
]
}
]
}
- Save and Launch: Once you've configured your
starting_loot.jsonfile to your liking, save it and launch your game. The mod will read this file during startup and apply the custom starter loot to all new player characters.
By following these steps, you'll be able to create a unique and exciting starting point for every player, adding depth and replayability to your gaming experience.
Available Versions
How to Install Starting Loot on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set neoforge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the neoforge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.20.4).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Starting Loot". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.4
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Starting Loot server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong neoforge 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 (1.20.4). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Starting Loot compatible with neoforge?
Starting Loot officially supports neoforge for Minecraft 1.20.4. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Starting Loot – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Starting Loot 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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