Craftable Trident Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I craft a trident with this mod?
Check the Crafting Recipes section on the wiki for the exact recipe layout. You'll need to gather the required materials and arrange them in your crafting table according to the recipe shown.
Is the crafted trident the same as a vanilla trident?
Yes, the trident you craft is identical to one dropped by drowned mobs. You can enchant it, use it for melee and ranged combat, and throw it just like any vanilla trident.
What materials do I need to craft a trident?
Refer to the Crafting Recipes section on the wiki for the complete list of ingredients required. The recipe is moderately expensive to maintain balance with vanilla difficulty.
Can I still get tridents from drowned mobs?
Yes, drowned mobs can still drop tridents as they do in vanilla Minecraft. This mod simply gives you an alternative way to obtain one without relying on random drops.
Do I need to find a specific crafting station or just use a regular crafting table?
You craft the trident in a regular crafting table like any other recipe. No special equipment or stations are required.
Can I enchant a trident I crafted with this mod?
Yes, crafted tridents can be enchanted with all the same enchantments as vanilla tridents, including Loyalty, Channeling, and Riptide. See the Enchant Your Crafted Trident guide for details.
Is this mod compatible with other mods?
Most mods are compatible, but check the mod's documentation or community forums if you experience conflicts with specific mods you're using.
Does this mod affect performance or cause lag?
This mod simply adds one crafting recipe and should have minimal impact on performance. If you experience issues, verify your mod installation and check for conflicts with other mods.
What's the point of the expensive recipe if I can just craft a trident easily?
The moderately expensive recipe keeps the mod balanced with vanilla survival difficulty. It makes the trident a worthwhile goal to work toward rather than trivializing it completely.
Can I use a crafted trident to riptide into water?
Yes, if you enchant your crafted trident with Riptide, you can use it to propel yourself through water and rain just like a vanilla trident with that enchantment.