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Grappling Hook Wiki & Guide

Adds grappling hooks and upgrades that let players swing, pull, and launch themselves across terrain, plus boots for wallrunning and negating fall damage.

Contents (12)
  1. Overview
  2. Guides
  3. Processes
  4. Items
  5. Blocks
  6. Enchantments
  7. Configuration
  8. Clientoptions
  9. Options
  10. Frequently asked questions
  11. Related mods

Overview

The Grappling Hook Mod is a physics-focused utility mod designed to revolutionize movement within Minecraft. Unlike simple teleportation or 'pull-to-point' mechanics, this mod implements a realistic physics engine that allows players to swing, maintain momentum, and scale massive structures with fluid motion. It is particularly effective in urban maps, mountainous biomes, and large-scale builds where traditional traversal is slow.

Key features include multiple hook variants (Motorized, Magnetic, Ender), a deep customization system via the Modifier block, and specialized equipment like Long Fall Boots to mitigate the risks of high-speed traversal.

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Building a Motorized or Rocket Grappling HookCrafting Recipes in Grappling HookMost items require a mix of vanilla materials and mod-specific 'Upgrades'. Result Ingredients Pattern Grappling Hook…Crafting the Ender Staff and Magnetic ForcefieldGrappling Hook BlocksGrappling Hook Modifier The central hub for mod progression. This block is used to install upgrades and change the…Grappling Hook EnchantmentsThe mod introduces several enchantments for boots to enhance the parkour experience: Wallrunning: Allows the wearer…Grappling Hook Equipment & ApparelHigh-speed grappling often leads to dangerous falls. The mod provides specialized gear to ensure survival. Item…Grappling Hook Mechanics & ControlsMastering the mod requires understanding the physics-based control scheme. Firing: Right-click to throw the hook. The…Grappling Hook Recipes and Crafting BasicsShapeless vs Shaped Recipes Most items in this mod use crafting_shapeless recipes, meaning the ingredients can be…Grappling HooksThe mod features several tiers of grappling hooks , each with unique properties. Since version V11, many of these…How to Craft and Use the Grappling HookHow to Get a Grappling Hook and Use ItCrafting the Base Hook Start by crafting the Grappling Hook . It is a shapeless recipe, so the items can sit anywhere…How to Upgrade a Grappling HookUsing the Grappling Hook Modifier The Grappling Hook Modifier is the block you use to change a hook. Place it down,…Motorized, Rocket and Smart Grappling HooksMotorized Hooks The Motorized Grappling Hook pulls you in under power instead of relying on momentum. Craft it once…Using the Ender Grappling Hook and Ender StaffUsing the Grappling Hook Modifier Block

Recipes

Every recipe the mod adds, grouped by how it is made.

Crafting · 22

Items

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B

Base Grappling Hook Upgrade

D

Double Grappling Hook UpgradeDual Motorized Grappling Hooks

E

Ender Grappling HookEnder StaffEnder Staff Grappling Hook Upgrade

F

Forcefield Grappling Hook Upgrade

G

Grappling Hook

H

Hook Magnet Grappling Hook UpgradeHook Thrower Grappling Hook Upgrade

L

Limits Grappling Hook UpgradeLong Fall Boots

M

Magnetic ForcefieldMagnetic Grappling HookMotor Grappling Hook UpgradeMotorized Grappling Hook

R

Rocket Dual Motorized Grappling HooksRocket Grappling HookRocket Grappling Hook UpgradeRope Grappling Hook Upgrade

S

Smart Motorized Grappling HookSwing Grappling Hook Upgrade

W

Wallrunning Boots

Blocks

Grappling Hook Modifier

Enchantments

Enchantments this mod adds.

Double Jump
Sliding
Wall Running

Configuration

Every setting in the mod config file, with what it changes.

OptionWhat it does
clientOptionsclientOptionsOptions which only accept the client (so don't need to be synced from server)
optionsoptionsOptions that should be synced from the server to the client

Clientoptions

OptionWhat it does
cameracameraCamera settings
doublejump_sound_volumedoublejump_sound_volumeDouble jump volume (1=default)
enderstaff_sound_volumeenderstaff_sound_volumeEnder staff volume (1=default)
rocket_sound_volumerocket_sound_volumeRocket volume (1=default)
slide_sound_volumeslide_sound_volumeSliding volume (1=default)
soundssoundsSound effect settings
wallrun_camera_animation_swallrun_camera_animation_sTime it takes to tilt the camera when starting to wallrun (seconds)
wallrun_camera_tilt_degreeswallrun_camera_tilt_degreesTilt the camera while wallrunning (degrees)
wallrun_sound_effect_time_swallrun_sound_effect_time_sPlay wallrun footsteps at most every this many seconds
wallrun_sound_volumewallrun_sound_volumeWallrunning footsteps volume (1=default)
wallrunjump_sound_volumewallrunjump_sound_volumeJump from wallrun volume (1=default)

Options

OptionWhat it does
airstrafe_accelerationairstrafe_accelerationAcceleration using movement keys while in midair (blocks/tick^2) (after this mod has taken over movement (from a grappling hook / wallrun / ender staff / etc.)
airstrafe_max_speedairstrafe_max_speedMaximum movement speed using the movement keys while in midair (blocks/tick) (after this mod has taken over movement (from a grappling hook / wallrun / ender staff / etc.)
oneropepullAllow pulling with one ropeWhen motor is enabled and only one hook is attached, activate the motor (if disabled, wait until both hooks are attached before pulling)
angleAngleAngle that each hook is thrown from center
sneakingangleAngle when crouchingAngle that each hook is thrown from center when crouching (don't have 'crouch to reel in' enabled if you want to use this)
attractradiusAttraction RadiusRadius of attraction
blocksblocksIf you want the hook to interact with different blocks differently
climb_speedclimb_speedHow fast the player can climb a rope (blocks/tick)
reelinCrouch to Reel InBefore the hook is attached, crouching will stop the hook from moving farther and slowly reel it in
sneakingverticalthrowangleCrouching Vertical AngleThrows the grappling hook above the crosshairs by this angle when crouching
customcustomCustomization: Default values (when creating a new hook) and available values in the grappling hook modifier

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Frequently asked questions

How do I craft a basic Grappling Hook?
The Grappling Hook is made through a crafting recipe in the crafting table. Once crafted, hold it and right-click to fire the hook.
How do I use the Grappling Hook?
Hold the Grappling Hook and right-click to throw the hook; it pulls you toward the block it attaches to. Release right-click to detach.
How do I upgrade my Grappling Hook?
Upgrades are applied by combining the Grappling Hook with an upgrade item in a crafting recipe. Available upgrades include Base, Double, Motor, Motorized, Rocket, Rope, Swing, Hook Thrower, Hook Magnet, Limits, Forcefield, and Ender Staff upgrades.
What does the Motorized Grappling Hook do?
The Motorized Grappling Hook is a motorized variant that reels you in automatically after the hook attaches. It is crafted using the Motor Grappling Hook Upgrade.
What is the Rocket Grappling Hook?
The Rocket Grappling Hook is a variant crafted with the Rocket Grappling Hook Upgrade. It launches the hook with rocket propulsion for longer range.
How do I get the Dual Motorized Grappling Hooks?
Dual Motorized Grappling Hooks are crafted using the Double Grappling Hook Upgrade combined with motorized components. They allow two hooks to be fired.
What does the Ender Grappling Hook do?
The Ender Grappling Hook is crafted with the Ender Staff Grappling Hook Upgrade. It uses ender-based teleportation mechanics for hooking.
What is the Ender Staff?
The Ender Staff is a separate item in the mod that can be used on its own or converted into the Ender Staff Grappling Hook Upgrade. It is crafted via a crafting recipe.
What do Long Fall Boots do?
Long Fall Boots are a wearable item that negates fall damage. They are crafted through a crafting recipe.
What do Wallrunning Boots do?
Wallrunning Boots are a wearable item that let the player run along walls. They are crafted through a crafting recipe.
What is the Grappling Hook Modifier block?
The Grappling Hook Modifier is a placeable block used to apply or change upgrades on a Grappling Hook. It is also available as the Grappling Hook Modifier item.
What is the Magnetic Forcefield and Magnetic Grappling Hook?
The Magnetic Forcefield is an item related to the Forcefield Grappling Hook Upgrade, and the Magnetic Grappling Hook is a variant that uses magnetic attraction. Both are obtained through crafting recipes.