Zander Core
Lightweight core library required for Zander’s mod ecosystem
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About this Mod
What is ZanderCore?
ZanderCore is a lightweight core library that powers my mod ecosystem. It doesn't add gameplay content by itself — instead, it unlocks systems naturally as you progress through vanilla Minecraft.
Getting a Crafting Table unlocks the Reinforced Crafting Table
Getting a Smithing Table unlocks the Compression Table
Getting a Book unlocks the Reinforced Recipe Book
Features
Custom crafting and compression systems
Reinforced Recipe Book with pinnable recipes — pin any recipe to keep it visible while you work
GUI frameworks, networking and capability syncing
Clean internal architecture built to support future mods
Required by all mods in the Reinforced ecosystem.
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Support the project on Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/littlezander
ZanderCore is planned to be available as a public library for other modders in the future. Stay tuned.
Available Versions
How to Install Zander Core on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set forge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.21.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Zander Core". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.1, 1.20.1
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Zander Core server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong forge 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 (1.21.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Zander Core compatible with forge and neoforge?
Zander Core officially supports forge, neoforge for Minecraft 1.21.1, 1.20.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Zander Core – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Zander Core 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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