Grappling Hook Mod — Guide

Grappling Hooks

The mod features several tiers of grappling hooks, each with unique properties. Since version V11, many of these functions can be merged into a single 'Custom Grappling Hook' using the Modifier system.

Standard Grappling Hook

The base tool for all traversal. It allows for classic swinging and manual climbing. * Behavior: Attaches to any solid block. Conserves momentum for swinging. * Climbing: Hold Shift + W to pull yourself up the rope or Shift + S to rappel down.

Motorized Grappling Hook

Equipped with a mechanical winch to provide vertical and horizontal thrust. * Behavior: Automatically pulls the player toward the hook point upon attachment. * Usage: Ideal for rapid vertical ascent and maintaining speed across flat terrain.

Magnetic Grappling Hook

Designed for advanced maneuverability, allowing the player to 'stick' and repel with magnetic force. * Behavior: Can repel the player from surfaces to maintain a specific distance, effectively allowing for 'Spider-Man' style swinging where the player never hits the ground.

Ender Staff & Ender Hook

Utilizes ender pearl technology for instantaneous or high-velocity movement. * Ender Staff: Launches the player in the direction they are facing when right-clicked. Does not use a rope. * Ender Grappling Hook: Combines the staff's propulsion with a hook. Left-clicking while hooked provides a massive speed boost.

Equipment & Apparel

High-speed grappling often leads to dangerous falls. The mod provides specialized gear to ensure survival.

Mechanics & Controls

Mastering the mod requires understanding the physics-based control scheme.

• Firing: Right-click to throw the hook. The hook follows a projectile arc.
• Releasing: Right-click again to detach. Alternatively, press Space to release and perform a 'jump' boost using your current momentum.
• Swinging: Use W/A/S/D while in mid-air to influence your swing direction.
• Climbing/Rappelling: Hold Shift + W to retract the rope (climb up) or Shift + S to extend the rope (descend).
• Rocket Boost: If the 'Rocket' upgrade is installed, Left-click while grappling to activate a forward thruster (uses fuel that regenerates over time).

Parkour Abilities

In newer versions (1.16.5+), the mod adds innate movement abilities that can be toggled or enchanted: * Wall-running: Sprint toward a wall at an angle to run along its surface. * Sliding: Press the crouch key while sprinting to perform a low-profile slide, maintaining momentum. * Double Jump: Press jump again while in the air.

Blocks

Grappling Hook Modifier

The central hub for mod progression. This block is used to install upgrades and change the physical parameters of your hooks. * Function: Right-click to open the GUI. You must 'feed' the block specific Upgrade items to unlock their corresponding configuration options. * Customization: Once an upgrade is unlocked, you can adjust rope length, pull speed, swing friction, and more.

Grapple Anchor

A specialized block that provides a guaranteed attachment point for grappling hooks. Useful for creating parkour courses or designated 'fast travel' lanes in bases.

Crafting Recipes

Most items require a mix of vanilla materials and mod-specific 'Upgrades'.

Note: To apply an upgrade, right-click the Grappling Hook Modifier block with the upgrade item in hand to unlock that category permanently for that block.

Enchantments

The mod introduces several enchantments for boots to enhance the parkour experience:

• Wallrunning: Allows the wearer to run along vertical surfaces. Higher levels increase duration.
• Sliding: Increases the distance and speed of the slide mechanic.
• Double Jump: Grants additional mid-air jumps. Each level adds one extra jump.
• Long Fall: A specialized version of Feather Falling that can be upgraded into the Long Fall Boots effect.