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Overhauls Minecraft's ore generation with biome-specific variants and introduces Diamond Shard tools and armor between iron and diamond tier.

Description

๐Ÿ”ง Custom Ore Gen

Custom Ore Gen completely overhauls Minecraft's ore generation by introducing biome-based distribution and a new intermediate tier between iron and diamond: Diamond Shards.


๐ŸŽฏ Overview

A mod that:

  • Replaces vanilla ore generation with logical biome-based distribution
  • Adds a new intermediate equipment tier: Diamond Shards
  • Encourages exploration to gather specific resources
  • Automatically integrates with over 69 additional biomes from Biomes O' Plenty

๐ŸŒ Biome-Based Ore Generation System

Each biome category spawns specific ores based on temperature and terrain.

Category Emoji Ores
โ„๏ธ Cold Biomes โ„๏ธ Lapis, Concentrated Diamond
๐Ÿ”ฅ Hot Biomes ๐Ÿ”ฅ Pure Gold, Redstone, Copper
โ›ฐ๏ธ Mountain Biomes โ›ฐ๏ธ High Emerald
โœจ Rare Biomes โœจ Lower Emerald
๐ŸŒณ Temperate Biomes ๐ŸŒณ Iron, Concentrated Coal
๐Ÿ”ท All Biomes ๐Ÿ”ท Deepslate Shard Diamond Ore

โš ๏ธ Note: Deepslate Shard Diamond Ore is the only ore that spawns in ALL biomes, ensuring accessible early progression everywhere.


๐Ÿ’Ž Diamond Shard Tier โ€” New Progression

A complete set of tools and armor that bridges the gap between iron and diamond.

โš™๏ธ Available Equipment

Type Components Durability Protection
Tools (Shovel, Pickaxe, Axe) Diamond Shards 1060 โ€”
Paxel (3-in-1 tool) Diamond Shards 1000 โ€”
Full Armor Set Diamond Shards + Diamonds 1060 17

โœ… The Paxel combines the functions of pickaxe, axe, and shovel into a single tool.

๐Ÿงช Shard โ†’ Diamond Conversion

1 Diamond = 9 Diamond Shards (3ร—3 crafting grid)

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Armor Recipes

  • Helmet: 5 Diamond Shards
  • Chestplate: 8 Diamond Shards + 1 Diamond
  • Leggings: 7 Diamond Shards + 1 Diamond
  • Boots: 4 Diamond Shards

๐Ÿ” Ore Biome Finder

A handy tool to instantly know which ores are available in your current biome.

๐Ÿงญ Finder Recipe

Use Jei

๐ŸŽฎ Alternative Command:
If you don't want to craft it, use /ores (or /ore) to display the ore list for your current biome.


๐Ÿ“ฆ Installation & Dependencies

โš ๏ธ Mandatory Requirements

  • Minecraft: 1.20.1
  • Forge: 47.3.0 or higher
  • KubeJS: 1902.6.2-build.359 or higher (required for mod functionality)

๐Ÿ”„ Automatic Setup

On first launch, a KubeJS configuration script is automatically generated at: kubejs/startup_scripts/custom_ore_gen_remove_vanilla_ores.js

This configuration disables vanilla ores and ensures optimal experience with Custom Ore Gen.

๐ŸŒ Biomes O' Plenty Support

Optional but recommended
The mod automatically integrates ore generation for all 69 additional biomes from BOP.


๐ŸŽฎ Gameplay & Progression

  1. Initial Stage
    Explore your biome to find Deepslate Shard Diamond Ore (available everywhere).
    Mine it to obtain Diamond Shards.

  2. First Equipment
    Craft Diamond Shard tools for better efficiency or the versatile Paxel (1000 durability).

  3. Targeted Exploration
    Travel to different biomes to gather specific resources:

    • Cold Biomes: Lapis and Concentrated Diamonds
    • Hot Biomes: Pure Gold and Redstone
    • Rare/Mountain Biomes: High quality Emeralds
  4. Final Progression
    Combine 9 Diamond Shards to create a regular Diamond and access vanilla diamond equipment.


๐Ÿ“Š Armor Statistics Comparison

Material Protection Durability
Iron 15 535
Diamond Shard 17 1060
Diamond 20 2048

โš™๏ธ Repair your equipment with Diamond Shards on an anvil.


๐ŸŒŸ Key Features

  • ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Encourages Exploration: Each biome offers unique resources
  • โš”๏ธ Balanced Progression: Diamond Shard tier bridges the iron-diamond gap
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Automatic Setup: No manual configuration needed
  • ๐ŸŒ Modpack Friendly: Full Biomes O' Plenty integration
  • ๐ŸŽจ Dedicated Creative Tab: All mod items in "Custom Ore Gen" tab
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Versatile Tools: Paxel saves inventory space
  • ๐Ÿ“Š Detailed Information: Command and tool to check biome-specific ores

๐Ÿ“ Important Notes

  • Surface Shard Diamond Ore has been disabled. Only look for the Deepslate version.
  • The KubeJS script is only created if it doesn't already exist.
  • All Diamond Shard equipment can be repaired with Diamond Shards.

๐ŸŽฏ Why Choose Custom Ore Gen?

Because it brings logic to exploration, smoother progression, and automatic integration with many modded biomes, all without tedious configuration.

Happy mining! ๐ŸŒโ›๏ธโœจ