Better With Addons Mod 1.12.2, — Guide
Japanese Culture (Eriotto Module)
This module adds a vast array of items and blocks inspired by feudal Japan, focusing on traditional craftsmanship.
Materials & Steel Working
Creating high-tier Japanese weaponry requires a multi-stage smelting and folding process: 1. Iron Sand: Harvested from the world, used to create Tamahagane. 2. Tamahagane & Hocho-Tetsu: These are the base steels. They must be heated in a kiln and then folded on an anvil. 3. Folding: Steel can be folded multiple times (Once-folded, Twice-folded) to increase its purity and the quality of the resulting blade.
Architectural Blocks
- Tatami Mats: Traditional flooring that comes in various sizes (1x1, 1x2). They must be placed in specific patterns to be aesthetically 'correct'.
- Shoji & Fusuma: Sliding paper walls and doors. Shoji are translucent, while Fusuma are opaque and often decorated.
- Paper Lanterns: Decorative light sources made from Washi paper and wooden frames.
| Block | Material | Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Tatami Mat | Rice Straw/Rush | Traditional flooring; slows movement slightly. |
| Shoji Panel | Bamboo/Washi | Translucent wall; can be passed through like a door. |
| Fusuma | Wood/Washi | Opaque sliding door. |
| Bamboo | Bamboo Stalks | Fast-growing plant; used for scaffolding and handles. |
Automation and Utility
Mechanical Blocks
- Chute: A variation of the Filtered Hopper. It has multiple output holes on the bottom, allowing items to be distributed in multiple directions. It can be powered mechanically to change its distribution logic.
- Spindle & Spinning Wheel: Used for automated thread and cloth production, integrating with the Better With Mods mechanical power system.
Redstone Logic
- Banner Detector:
Detects specific banner patterns within its line of sight. Useful for automated gates or security systems. - Weight Sensor: Emits a redstone signal based on the weight of items or entities on top of it.
- Block Matcher: A specialized sensor that outputs a signal when the block in front of it matches a reference block placed inside its GUI.
Flora and Fauna
Unique Trees
- Alicio Tree:
A grotesque tree with a face. It secretes a red sap that attracts animals. Players must 'feed' the face with items to trigger animal spawning. - Mulberry Tree: The primary source of Mulberry Bark, which is essential for making Washi paper.
- Sakura Tree: A decorative tree with pink leaves that drop leaf piles. Its wood is used in various Japanese-themed recipes.
Mobs
- Karate Zombie: A rare variant of the zombie that spawns in the world. It is faster and more dangerous than standard zombies, using martial arts attacks. It is the primary source of Bottles of Japanese Ancestry.
- Spirits: Non-solid entities that appear as red orbs. They are generated by the Ancestral Infuser or by killing mobs with specific tools. They act as a 'fuel' for high-tier Japanese crafting.