Understand the Progression Lock System

How the Mod Blocks Early Dragon Gear

This compatibility pack enforces a strict upgrade path: you cannot equip or craft dragon items without first completing the Advanced Netherite tier. The Smithing Table is the only way to bridge these two gear systems.

The Netherite Requirement

You must obtain Diamond-tier Advanced Netherite gear before any dragon conversion is possible. This means:

• Gathering resources for netherite crafting
• Progressing through Advanced Netherite's own upgrade chain
• Only then accessing dragon gear as the final tier

Why Progression Matters

Without this lock, players could skip directly to the strongest items in the modpack, bypassing meaningful progression. The mod ensures both gear systems remain relevant and that the journey from diamond to netherite to dragon feels earned.

Cross-Mod Compatibility

This system works seamlessly whether you're playing on Forge or Fabric, maintaining consistent progression rules across both platforms.