Strange Tools
Let all items craft toolsssss.
About this Mod
Strange Tools
Introduction
Strange Tools transforms Minecraft with unique tools and armor crafted from over 20 unconventional materials (including vanilla items never used for crafting before). Each material brings distinct properties, adding strategic depth and fun mechanics to your adventures.
Key Features
1. Unique Materials & Gear
- Forge full tool sets (swords, pickaxes, axes, shovels, hoes) from materials like copper, emerald, lapis, redstone, quartz, cake, obsidian, glowstone, nether star, and more—each with custom durability, mining speed, and attack stats. Emerald armor is also available with exclusive properties.
2. Version Notes
Starting from version 0.06beta, the Cloth Config API has become an optional dependency. Versions prior to 0.06beta still require the Cloth Config API.
Forge/NeoForge players can use the Sinytra Connector mod, as I haven't planned to develop a Forge/NeoForge version for now.
License
- This mod is released under the CC0 (Creative Commons Zero) license.
Available Versions
How to Install Strange Tools 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 (1.20.4).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Strange Tools". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.4, 1.20.1
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Strange Tools 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 (1.20.4). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Strange Tools compatible with fabric?
Strange Tools officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.20.4, 1.20.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Strange Tools – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Strange Tools 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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