Caravans Convoys Automatic Trade Mod FAQ
6 questions players actually ask, answered.
What block do I need to set up a trade route?
You need to place a Caravan Dock block adjacent to storage containers like chests or barrels to establish a trade route.
How do items travel between locations in this mod?
Items are physically transported by horse-drawn wagons driven by coach drivers that travel along actual paths in your world, rather than teleporting.
What happens if my caravan gets attacked on the road?
You can assign guard escorts to protect your wagons from hostile threats, and escrow protection ensures you only lose goods if your own caravan is raided.
Can I prevent my storage chests from running completely empty?
Yes, the mod includes a default surplus floor feature that keeps a minimum amount of active supplies in your storage chests.
How do two caravans exchange goods?
Caravans meet at route midpoints and swap cargo side by side before returning to their home locations.
What happens if a wagon gets stuck during travel?
The mod includes failsafes that automatically free wagons if they become stuck on rough terrain.