Totem of Substitution

The Totem of Substitution adds a new totem item to the game. This totem can transfer fatal damage to other creatures, protecting the holder from death.

Overview

The Substitute Totem adds a new totem item to the game. This totem can transfer fatal damage to other creatures, protecting the holder from death.

Functions

  • Substitute Effect: When the player takes fatal damage, the totem transfers the damage to nearby creatures or a bound target.
  • Target Binding: Bind a substitute target by attacking a specific creature.
  • Range Effect: Searches for substitute targets within a 10-block radius (expanded to 20 blocks during boss battles).

Obtaining

  • Cure a Vindicator using a Totem of Undying to convert it into an Allay; a Substitute Totem will be obtained after curing.
  • Loot generated in Pillager Outpost chests.

Special Mechanics

  • Does not work on Iron Golems and Snow Golems (they have no souls).
  • The search range automatically expands during boss battles.
  • Triggers visual effects similar to the Totem of Undying when activated.
  • Only activates and is consumed upon receiving fatal damage.

Notes

  • The totem only takes effect when held in the main hand or offhand.
  • One totem is consumed upon use.
  • Only works if a valid substitute target is available.
  • The first-person animation for the Substitute Totem uses that of the Totem of Undying, as I am unable to create custom animation frames.

Advancements

  • The Path of Substitution: Obtain and use the Substitute Totem.
  • Ultimate Substitution: Bind the Ender Dragon and the Wither using the Substitute Totem.
  • Power of Substitution: Transfer more than 15 points of damage with the Substitute Totem.
  • Saving Lives: Save other players using the Substitute Totem.

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