The Dragon Scales
Server-side mod which detects on how many players are in the server and adds a percentage to the Ender Dragon's max HP per player.
About this Mod
Is the final boss a bit too easy for your server?
Whether you are playing with a small group of friends or a bustling community, the Ender Dragon usually doesn't stand a chance against a coordinated team. The Dragon Scales is a lightweight, server-side Fabric mod designed to restore the challenge to your SMP by dynamically adjusting the Ender Dragon's maximum health based on your server's player count.
Perfect for tight-knit groups
If you and your friends find the default fight a breeze, this mod is the perfect solution. It scales the dragon's HP just enough to make the encounter feel like a genuine, high-stakes battle for your group, without turning it into an impossible grind.
How it works:
For every extra player online beyond the first, the Ender Dragon gains a 5% boost to its total HP (capped at a 50% increase for 10+ players). This ensures that while the fight stays balanced for your group, it remains accessible for solo players too.
Features:
- Server-side only: Players do not need to install anything on their clients.
- Vanilla-friendly: Keeps the core experience intact while increasing the challenge.
- Plug-and-play: No configuration required to get started.
Gather your party, prepare your gear, and finally give the Ender Dragon the fight it deserves!
Available Versions
How to Install The Dragon Scales 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 "The Dragon Scales". 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
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
The Dragon Scales 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 The Dragon Scales compatible with fabric?
The Dragon Scales officially supports fabric for Minecraft 26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with The Dragon Scales – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if The Dragon Scales 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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