Bad Wither No Cookie FAQ
18 questions players actually ask, answered.
Does this mod stop the wither from breaking blocks entirely?
Yes, it removes the wither's block-destroying behavior, so the fight happens without terrain damage. The wither still moves, shoots projectiles, and damages entities normally.
Do I need to configure anything after installing it?
No, the mod works out of the box with its default behavior. If you want finer control, check the configuration section for options that toggle which destruction types are blocked.
Will the wither still break blocks during its spawn explosion?
The spawn explosion is a separate event from the wither's ongoing block-breaking, so check your config to confirm whether it's covered. If your arena relies on the spawn blast being harmless, test it in a safe area first.
Can the wither still destroy blocks placed by other mods?
Block protection generally applies to any block the wither would normally break, including modded ones. If a specific modded block still gets destroyed, that mod may handle its own destruction rules outside the vanilla path.
Does this mod work on a server, or only in singleplayer?
It works on servers as long as it's installed on the server side. Clients connecting to the server don't need it for the block protection to function.
Will this break my existing wither farm or mob grinder?
No, the wither still deals damage and kills mobs the same way. Only its ability to break blocks is removed, so farms that rely on its attacks keep working.
Can I turn the block protection off for specific dimensions or situations?
Configuration options let you control where and how the protection applies. Check the config file for per-dimension or per-behavior toggles if you want the wither to grief in some contexts.
Does the wither still suffocate or get stuck in tight spaces without breaking out?
Yes, since it can't break blocks, it can get trapped in enclosed arenas. Build your arena with enough space or use the mod's config to allow breaking in specific cases.
Is this mod compatible with other wither-related mods?
It generally works alongside mods that change wither behavior, but conflicts can happen if another mod also overrides block destruction. Test in a backup world if you run multiple wither mods.
Does the mod affect performance or cause lag during wither fights?
It's a lightweight change to existing behavior, so it shouldn't add noticeable lag. If you see performance issues, they're more likely from the fight itself or other mods.
What does the Bad Wither No Cookie Mod do?
Does Bad Wither No Cookie stop the wither from destroying blocks?
Which sounds does Bad Wither No Cookie silence by default?
The Wither's spawn and death 
sounds, the Ender Dragon's death sound, thunder and lightning, and the 
ambient sounds of wandering traders and their llamas. All of these are disabled by default once the mod is added.
sounds, the Ender Dragon's death sound, thunder and lightning, and the ambient sounds of wandering traders and their llamas. All of these are disabled by default once the mod is added.Can I use Bad Wither No Cookie on a server that doesn't have it?
Yes. As of 1.18.2 the mod is client sided and no longer runs on the server, so you can install it on your client even if the server doesn't have it.
Which Minecraft versions and loaders does Bad Wither No Cookie support?
It supports Fabric, Forge, and NeoForge on Minecraft 1.21, 1.21.1, 1.21.2, 1.21.3, 1.21.4, and 1.21.10. Fabric versions require 
Fabric API and Cloth Config.
Fabric API and Cloth Config.How do I find the name of a sound to silence?
Use the /listen command to see the names of sound events as they happen in the game.
Can Bad Wither No Cookie silence sounds from other mods?
Yes. You can configure a list to block any other sound you find annoying, including sounds added by other mods.
sounds added by other mods.Does Bad Wither No Cookie spam the console with messages about silenced sounds?
No. Console output when a sound is silenced is also silenced by default.