
Fryc's Parry (aka Sword Parry)
Adds parry mechanics and allows blocking with items other than shield
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About this Mod
Forge: Requires Sinytra Connector (26.05.2026 - 1.20 is bugged, 6.5.0+ doesn't work, because MUA is incompatible with Connector, only frycparry 6.4.0 works fine)
Note: 1.20 versions are outdated. The description below refers to 1.21 versions.
Adds parry mechanics and allows blocking with items other than shield.
Block and parry:
You can use some items (tools by default) to block attacks.
Press parry key (R by default) to start blocking. (mod is using Multiple use actions since 6.5.0)
Player takes less damage while blocking (value depends on item that is being used).
Using block action right before taking a hit triggers parry:
- parrying attack or projectile negates damage
- parrying melee attack knocks back and slows enemy
- explosions can't be parried
Block delay:
By default, all items (except mace) have 0 block delay (you start blocking immediately after pressing button).
Explosion block delay:
Explosions are handled in a bit different way:
- apart from normal block delay, there is also explosion block delay
- if explosion block delay is below 0, explosions can't be blocked (all items except shield and mace)
- shield and mace have 5 explosion block delay - if player is holding block for less than 5 ticks, your item's protection will be 80% weaker (for example, shield that normally fully absorbs explosion damage, will only absorb 20%)
Cooldown:
Item starts cooling down when player interrupts block action, changes item or attacks.
Cooldown after parry is shorter.
Enchantments:
This mod makes shield enchantable and adds 3 parry related enchantments:
- Reflex - decreases block delay by 1 per level, or increases parry ticks by 1 per level if block delay is 0
- Counterarrack - deals damage to parried enemies (20% - 50% of players damage)
- Parry - strengthens status effects applied after parry
Configuration:
Keybinds:
To set parrying to right click (Use Key), unbind Parry Key.
There is also "Prevent using parry key" which prevents player from blocking or parrying
See Setting block action to different key and Setting block action to right click
Config files:
You can access config via Mod Menu
Config files are inside 'frycparry' folder
Datapacks:
You can modify pool of items that can parry and modify parry attributes for each item individually
More info here
Available Versions
How to Install Fryc's Parry (aka Sword Parry) 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 (1.21.2).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Fryc's Parry (aka Sword Parry)". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.2, 1.21.1, 1.21 (+3 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Fryc's Parry (aka Sword Parry) 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 (1.21.2). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Fryc's Parry (aka Sword Parry) compatible with fabric?
Fryc's Parry (aka Sword Parry) officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.21.2, 1.21.1, 1.21. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Fryc's Parry (aka Sword Parry) – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Fryc's Parry (aka Sword Parry) 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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