Welcome to Shadows of Aethro – a custom‑curated modded Minecraft server built for builders, explorers, engineers, and players who want more depth than vanilla. This page explains what we’re about and lists the full set of mods you’ll find in our world.
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Shadows of Aethro exists because we were tired of generic servers with lazy packs and no community. Here, you’ll find:
This is a place to build long‑term. Your ideas and builds matter here.
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Updated: 2025-10-04
The following mods are currently active on Shadows of Aethro for 1.20.1. We keep this list fresh after major pack changes so you can see what powers exploration, colonies, automation, building, and performance.
| Mod | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| aethro_inactivity | 1.0.1 | Tracks inactivity and flags long idle players for staff workflows. |
| aethro_motd | 0.0NONE | Simple message of the day helper for consistent server greetings. |
| aethroevents | 1.0.0 | Server event hooks and custom global events used across Aethro. |
| aethrotags | 1.0.0 | Vanity tags with LuckPerms integration for clean role visuals. |
| aethrowarn | 1.0.1 | Staff warning tool with LuckPerms and Discord workflow support. |
| playtimerewards | 1.1.0 | Rewards based on active playtime to encourage session goals. |
| tchat | 1.0.0 | Lightweight chat tweaks and formatting for a cleaner chat feed. |
| Mod | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ae2 | 15.4.8 | Applied Energistics 2 storage networks, autocrafting, and channels. |
| create | 6.0.6 | Create based kinetic machines, contraptions, and satisfying automation. |
| create_new_age | 1.1.4 | Power and late progression add-ons for Create tech paths. |
| create_ad_astra_compat | 1.0.0 | Bridges Create machines with Ad Astra resources and content. |
| quark | 4.0-462 | Quark quality features and blocks that feel vanilla friendly. |
| quark_ponders | 1.2 | In-game ponder scenes to learn Quark and compatible systems. |
| quarkdelight | 1.0.0 | Extra food and kitchen synergies with Quark and Farmers Delight. |
| quarkoddities | 1.20.1 | Oddities module content such as runes and useful curios. |
| ars_nouveau | 4.12.7 | Magic system with spells, glyphs, automation helpers, and familiars. |
| apotheosis | 7.4.8 | Overhauled enchanting, bosses, and powerful loot progression. |
| apothic_amendments__enchanting | 0.1.4 | Extra enchanting tweaks that pair with Apotheosis and Amendments. |
| apothic_sups_enchanting | 0.1.2 | Supplemental enchanting features for late game tuning. |
| amendments | 1.20-2.2.3 | Small adventure and gameplay fixes that improve world feel. |
| pneumaticcraft | 6.0.20+mc1.20.1 | Pneumatic tech automation with pressure networks and drones. |
| thermal_foundation | 11.0.6 | Thermal base resources that power Expansion and Dynamics modules. |
| thermal_expansion | 11.0.1 | Thermal tech machines and item processing for mid to late game. |
| thermal_dynamics | 11.0.1 | Thermal transport networks for items, fluids, and energy. |
| thermal_integration | 11.0.1 | Compatibility layer that links Thermal with other tech mods. |
| fluxnetworks | 7.2.1.15 | Wireless energy networks for flexible base power routing. |
| evilcraft | 1.2.58 | Dark magic, environmental machines, and unique utility blocks. |
| mysticalagriculture | 7.0.23 | Crop based resource generation to farm ores and materials. |
| minecolonies | 1.20.1-1.1.1056-snapshot | NPC colony sim that lets players build towns with worker roles. |
| rats | 1.20.1-8.1.3 | Trainable rats for item transport, automation, and fun chaos. |
| recruits | 1.13.5 | Hireable soldiers that patrol and defend against threats. |
| recruitsaddon | 1.2.1 | Extra gear and roles for the Recruits combat system. |
| shadowlands | 2.3.1 | New dimension with hostile challenges and rewards. |
| the_bumblezone | 7.9.0+1.20.1-forge | Honeycomb dimension with bee themed progression and loot. |
| twilightforest | 4.3.2508 | Classic boss driven dimension with labyrinths and trophies. |
| ad_astra | 1.15.20 | Space travel, planets, and late game exploration tech. |
| adastraextra | 1.2.3 | Extra content and fixes for Ad Astra progression. |
| pneumaticcraft | 6.0.20+mc1.20.1 | Pneumatic systems, machines, and automation gadgets. |
| numismatics | 1.0.15+forge-mc1.20.1 | Coin based economy parts used by in-world systems. |
| functional_economy | 2.0.4 | Basic server economy mechanics for shops and trades. |
| incontrol | 1.20-9.4.1 | Fine control over mob spawns for balance and difficulty. |
| increasemobcap | 1.0-1.20.1 | Raises mob caps to keep worlds lively where needed. |
| mob_loot_bags | 1.10 | Random loot bags from mobs for early progression excitement. |
| farmersdelight | 1.20.1-1.2.9 | Expanded cooking, farming tools, and meal buffs. |
| ohthetreesyoullgrow | 1.3.13 | Extra tree types and world variety for exploration. |
| biomeswevegone | 1.6.6 | New biomes and world colors to keep exploration fresh. |
| necronomicon | 1.6.0 | Ritual tools and progression themed around forbidden lore. |
| realmrpg_quests | 0.1.1 | Lightweight quest hooks for RPG style progression. |
| realmrpg_wyrms | 1.0.1 | Wyrm themed content for RPG encounters. |
| packet_tweaker | 0.4.01.19.4 | Network rules to keep gameplay features in sync. |
| vmod | 1.1.18 | Small gameplay features and tweaks bundled together. |
| Mod | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| create | 6.0.6 | Mechanical contraptions double as beautiful moving builds. |
| createdeco | 2.0.3-1.20.1-forge | Decorative metals and blocks that match Create style. |
| createframed | 1.6.5 | Framed variants for Create blocks to fit any palette. |
| createstockbridge | 0.1.5 | Stock bridge blocks to connect Create builds cleanly. |
| createtrackmap | 1.4 | Track mapping helpers for rail networks and showcases. |
| createcobblestone | 1.4.5+forge-1.20.1-106 | Cobble generators themed to Create automation. |
| chipped | 3.0.7 | Thousands of block variants for creative building. |
| chipped_express | 1.3.2 | Quick access helpers for Chipped building sets. |
| chiselsandbits | 1.4.148 | Microblock chiseling for detailed custom shapes. |
| framedblocks | 9.4.2 | Frame any block with wood or stone to match builds. |
| wands | 2.6.9-release | Building wands for fast placement and large edits. |
| any_lanterns | 1.2 | Craft lanterns from many materials to fit themes. |
| rechiseled | 1.1.6 | Carved variants that pair well with vanilla styles. |
| immersive_paintings | 0.6.8+1.20.1 | Custom image paintings placed in world frames. |
| smallships | 2.0.0-b1.4 | Drivable ships that look great in harbors and builds. |
| domum_ornamentum | 1.20.1-1.0.291-snapshot | Decorative blocks used by MineColonies and builders. |
| byzantine | 38.1 | Structure pack with themed builds to populate worlds. |
| toweringtownscape | 1.4-1.20.1 | Vertical town structures and skyline flavor. |
| uilib | 0.3.6 | UI building pieces for mods that present in-game menus. |
| athena | 3.1.2 | Model and asset layout system used by many content mods. |
| blockui | 1.20.1-1.0.194 | UI widgets used by several building focused mods. |
| stylecolonies | 1.20.1-1.15.35 | Extra visual styles for MineColonies buildings. |
| Mod | Version | Description |
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| minecolonies | 1.20.1-1.1.1056-snapshot | Build an NPC run town with workers, guards, and logistics. |
| structurize | 1.20.1-1.0.784-snapshot | Blueprint and placement tools required by MineColonies. |
| domum_ornamentum | 1.20.1-1.0.291-snapshot | Decorative block library used by colony schematics. |
| stylecolonies | 1.20.1-1.15.35 | Building styles to theme your colony. |
| smallcolonies | 1.3 | Lightweight colony themed add-ons for smaller towns. |
| towntalk | 1.1.0 | Simple town chat and info utilities for colony play. |
| minecolonytax | 2.2 | Tax hooks for wars and treasury balancing. |
| minecolonies_compatibility | 2.93 | Cross mod integrations for MineColonies content. |
| minecolonies_tweaks | 2.81 | Balance and quality tweaks for colony life. |
| heralds_luna | 2.3 | Extra ambient flavor and events around settlements. |
| Mod | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| emi | 1.1.22+1.20.1+forge | Recipe browser and item index that replaces JEI here. |
| jade | 11.13.2+forge | HUD tooltips that show block and entity info. |
| xaerominimap | 25.2.10 | Client minimap with waypoints and death points. |
| xaeroworldmap | 1.39.12 | Fullscreen world map that pairs with the minimap. |
| sophisticatedbackpacks | 3.24.9.1391 | Portable storage with upgrades like magnet and void. |
| sophisticatedcore | 1.2.103.1220 | Core systems for the Sophisticated series. |
| sophisticatedstorage | 1.4.11.1344 | Chests, barrels, and upgrades for modular base storage. |
| sophisticatedstoragecreateintegration | 0.1.13.48 | Storage integration points for Create logistics. |
| storagedrawers | 12.14.3 | Bulk storage drawers with visual item counts. |
| lootr | 0.7.35.92 | Instanced loot for each player to prevent chest grief. |
| waystones | 14.1.17 | Place waystones for fast travel and hub networks. |
| worldedit | 7.2.15+6463-5ca4dff | Admin grade building and terrain editing tools. |
| comfortS | 6.4.0+1.20.1 | Sleeping bags and hammocks that skip nights cleanly. |
| gravestone | 1.20.1-1.0.33 | Death gravestones to recover your items. |
| inventorysorter | 23.0.8 | One click sorting for inventories and chests. |
| invtweaks | 1.2.2 | Hotbar and inventory tweaks for faster looting. |
| mousetweaks | 2.25.1 | Drag to move stacks and quick inventory QoL. |
| controlling | 12.0.2 | Keybind search and conflict resolution in controls. |
| chat_heads | 0.14.0 | Show player heads next to chat messages. |
| cosmeticarmorreworked | 1.20.1-v1a | Wear cosmetic armor skins without changing stats. |
| playeranimator | 1.0.2-rc1+1.20 | Smoother player animations used by several mods. |
| searchables | 1.0.3 | Search bars in many screens for faster navigation. |
| itemrestrictions | 1.2.1 | Restrict or allow items by rules for events and balance. |
| easy_mob_farm | 10.2.0 | Simple mob farm helpers for drops and xp. |
| tfmg | 1.0.2c | Tweaked firearms gear for events and minigames. |
| tf_dnv | 1.2.2 | Night vision and utility gear bits used server side. |
| sdlink | 3.3.2 | Discord bridge for chat sync and staff tools. |
| tebexforged | 1.20.1-1.2.0 | Store integration for ranks and packages. |
| votifier | 1.1 | Voting rewards hook for community lists. |
| playertrade | 1.20.1-c | Direct player to player trading without scams. |
| simplemail | 1.7 | In-game mailbox system for sending items and notes. |
| plan | 5.5 build 2461 | Analytics for player activity and staff insights. |
| spark | 1.10.53 | Profiler used to find lag sources and hotspots. |
| packet_tweaker | 0.4.01.19.4 | Packet rules used to keep clients and server happier. |
| server_translations_api | 2.0.01.20 | Server side translations for cleaner messages. |
| guideme | 20.1.13 | Onboarding guide and hint messages for new players. |
| irISflw | 2.0.3 | Shader pipeline used with performance stack when desired. |
| nmpvc | 1.0.2 | Voice chat helper hooks where supported. |
| jauml | 1.0.4b-forge-1.20.1 | Admin utility menu layers for quick tasks. |
| jobsplus | 1.3.9 | Job roles and perks system for casual progression. |
| aiycrates | 1.0.0 | Crates and rewards used for community events. |
| butcher | 3.6.1 | Quick mob cleanup tool for farms and events. |
| tchat | 1.0.0 | Lightweight chat polish and formatting. |
| votifier | 1.1 | Voting reward hook for external lists. |
| Mod | Version | Description |
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| embeddium | 0.3.31+mc1.20.1 | Sodium based renderer on Forge that boosts FPS. |
| embeddium_extra | 0.5.4.4+mc1.20.1-build.131 | Extra renderer options and fixes for Embeddium users. |
| ferritecore | 6.0.1 | Memory optimizations that reduce RAM usage. |
| modernfix | 5.24.4+mc1.20.1 | Broad set of performance and bug fixes for modded. |
| starlight | 1.1.2+forge.1cda73c | Fast light engine for smoother chunk lighting. |
| fastitemframes | 20.1.5 | Makes item frames cheaper to render. |
| fastpaintings | 1.20-1.2.7 | Optimizes painting rendering and updates. |
| clumps | 12.0.0.4 | XP orbs merge together to cut lag. |
| chunky | 1.3.146 | World pregen tool to remove exploration lag spikes. |
| embeddium_extra | 0.5.4.4+mc1.20.1-build.131 | Extra renderer options for Embeddium. |
| sodiumdynamiclights | 1.0.9 | Dynamic lights support for the Sodium renderer stack. |
| sodiumoptionsapi | 1.0.10 | Options API used by Sodium based clients. |
| irisflw | 2.0.3 | Shader pipeline aligned to the Sodium renderer stack. |
| Mod | Version | Description |
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| cookingforblockheads | 16.0.14 | Kitchen multiblock and recipe browsing for food play. |
| pamhc2crops | 1.0.3 | Crops used in expanded cooking chains. |
| pamhc2foodcore | 1.0.5 | Base foods and processing for the Pam’s suite. |
| pamhc2foodextended | 0.0NONE | Extra recipes and meal variety for Pam’s. |
| pamhc2trees | 1.0.2 | Fruit trees that support cooking chains. |
| sliceanddice | 3.5.1 | Farmers Delight food processing tools and speedups. |
| comfortS | 6.4.0+1.20.1 | Sleep tools that pair with exploration and building. |
| Mod | Version | Description |
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| waystones | 14.1.17 | Fast travel nodes that make hubs and routes painless. |
| inventorypets | 2.2.1 | Pet items with small utility powers for adventurers. |
| smallships | 2.0.0-b1.4 | Drivable ships to cross water with style. |
| immersive_aircraft | 1.4.0+1.20.1 | Flyable aircraft for scouting and travel. |
| gravestone | 1.20.1-1.0.33 | Drop a grave on death so you can recover items. |
| torchmaster | 20.1.9 | Prevents mob spawns in lit base areas. |
| Mod | Version | Description |
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| adminlogger | 1.4 | Logs sensitive actions for audit and safety. |
| luckperms | 5.4.102 | Permissions system used across all Aethro services. |
| sdlink | 3.3.2 | Discord relay for chat and staff alerts. |
| tebexforged | 1.20.1-1.2.0 | Store bridge for ranks and purchases. |
| plan | 5.5 build 2461 | Player analytics for retention and ops planning. |
| spark | 1.10.53 | Profiler used to track performance regressions. |
| worldedit | 7.2.15+6463-5ca4dff | Powerful edit tool for staff builds and fixes. |
| nochatreports | 1.20.1-v2.2.2 | Disables insecure chat reporting features. |
| connectivity | 1.20.1-7.2 | Fixes odd connection edge cases and timeouts. |
| connectormod | 1.0.0-beta.46+1.20.1 | Bridging layer for mixed compatibility needs. |
| server_translations_api | 2.0.01.20 | Server side language strings for messages. |
| Mod | Version | Description |
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| architectury | 9.2.14 | Cross loader API many content mods rely on. |
| balm | 7.3.36 | Library used by several QoL and world mods. |
| bookshelf | 20.2.13 | General code library for multiple mods. |
| botarium | 2.3.4 | Fluid and energy handling library for devs. |
| cloth_config | 11.1.136 | Config UI library used by many client mods. |
| citadel | 2.6.2 | Animation and entity library for content mods. |
| cyclopscore | 1.20.1 | Core library used by Cyclops mods. |
| corgilib | 4.0.3.4 | Utility lib for mods by Corgi Taco. |
| craterlib | 2.1.5 | Backend helpers for a set of content mods. |
| cucumber | 7.0.15 | Library used by many gameplay add-ons. |
| cupboard | 1.20.1-2.7 | General utilities shared by several mods. |
| geckolib | 4.8.2 | Animation library for complex entity models. |
| iceberg | 1.1.25 | Shared helpers and utilities for multiple mods. |
| icl | 1.5.3a | Inline config library used in various UIs. |
| kotlinforforge | 4.11.0 | Kotlin language runtime for Forge mods. |
| kurolib | 0.1 | Lightweight helper library for content mods. |
| moonlight | 1.20-2.16.13 | Selene library used by Supplementaries and others. |
| patchouli | 1.20.1-84.1-FORGE | In-game guidebook framework for documentation. |
| puzzleslib | 8.1.33 | Common library used by Puzzles mod family. |
| resourcefulconfig | 2.1.3 | Config framework used by Resourceful mods. |
| resourcefullib | 2.1.29 | Shared codebase for Resourceful projects. |
| supermartijn642configlib | 1.1.8 | Config lib used by SuperMartijn mods. |
| supermartijn642corelib | 1.1.18 | Core utilities used by SuperMartijn mods. |
| terrablender | 3.0.1.10 | Biome blending API used by worldgen mods. |
| zeta | 1.0-30 | Library used by Quark and friends for features. |
| athena | 3.1.2 | Model and asset definition library. |
| attributeslib | 1.3.7 | Attribute framework used by combat and gear mods. |
| arc | 1.7.2-1.20.1 | Runtime helpers used by Create ecosystem bits. |
| citadel | 2.6.2 | Library for animations and entities. |
| fabric_api | 0.92.2+1.11.12+1.20.1 | Compatibility layer dependencies for Sodium based stack. |
| uilib | 0.3.6 | UI library pieces used across mods. |
| Mod | Version | Description |
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| aiimprovements | 0.5.2 | Smarter mob AI paths that reduce stall behavior. |
| alltheleaks | 1.0.6+1.20.1-forge | Fixes memory leaks and stability issues. |
| ammendments (listed above) | 1.20-2.2.3 | Already included under gameplay. |
| arc | 1.7.2-1.20.1 | Runtime helper seen in Create ecosystem. |
| attributeslib | 1.3.7 | Attribute data helpers used by combat mods. |
| balm | 7.3.36 | Shared library used across several mods. |
| bfcrmod | 1.0.3 | Small content tweaks used on the server. |
| bo h | 0.0.8.6 | Box of Horrors content and spooky items. |
| collective | 8.3 | Utility hooks used by many Serilum mods. |
| corgilib | 4.0.3.4 | Library dependency used by Corgi mods. |
| cuco | 1.0.0 | Small crafting and utility tweaks. |
| curios | 5.14.1+1.20.1 | Accessory slots used by many gear mods. |
| easy_mob_farm | 10.2.0 | Helpers to set up simple mob farms. |
| escalated | 1.1.0 | Extra difficulty touches and small challenges. |
| enchdesc | 17.1.19 | Shows descriptions for enchantments in tooltips. |
| guideme | 20.1.13 | Helper messages and tips for onboarding. |
| iceberg | 1.1.25 | Shared utils used by several mods. |
| irisflw | 2.0.3 | Shader pipeline support in the Sodium stack. |
| itemrestrictions | 1.2.1 | Restrict items by rules for events and balance. |
| jobsplus | 1.3.9 | Casual jobs system with perks. |
| kurolib | 0.1 | Small common library used by content mods. |
| ohthetreesyoullgrow | 1.3.13 | Many new trees and saplings for variety. |
| patchouli | 1.20.1-84.1-FORGE | In-game manual framework used by guides. |
| playeranimator | 1.0.2-rc1+1.20 | Smooth player animations library. |
| resourcefulconfig | 2.1.3 | Config framework used by Resourceful mods. |
| resourcefullib | 2.1.29 | Common library for Resourceful projects. |
| sdlink | 3.3.2 | Discord bridge for chat. |
| shrink | 1.4.5 | Change your size for puzzles and fun builds. |
| silentgear | 3.6.7 | Modular gear system with custom parts. |
| silentlib | 8.0.0 | Library required by Silent Gear. |
| tfmg | 1.0.2c | Tinkered firearms gear for events. |
| tchat | 1.0.0 | Chat format helper used server side. |
| uilib | 0.3.6 | UI components used by several mods. |
| v_slab_compat | 1.20-2.5 | Compatibility for vertical slab variants. |
| ysns | 2.0.2 | Small neat stuff additions and tweaks. |
We’re not here to vanish in a month. We’re here to build, explore, and keep the world alive. You’ll find active updates, a fair economy, and a staff team that actually listens.
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This list will grow and change over time as we refine and improve. Welcome to Shadows of Aethro. Let’s make something unforgettable.