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Mutants And Zombies Wiki & Guide

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Adds hostile undead mobs including Blister Zombies, Crawlers, Spitters, and Mutant Brutes, along with spawn eggs for each variant.

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Contents (7)
  1. Guides
  2. Items
  3. Mobs
  4. Configuration
  5. Frequently asked questions
  6. Related mods

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Fight a Zombie Brute SafelyUnderstanding the Brute Zombie Brutes are heavily armored, slow-moving tanks with exceptional durability and melee…Identify and Avoid Spitter ZombiesWhat Makes Spitters Dangerous Spitter Zombies attack from range by launching projectiles (slime balls) at players.…Prepare Your Base Against Crawler ZombiesWhy Crawlers Are a Threat Crawler Zombies are small, agile undead that can scale vertical surfaces—walls, cliffs, and…Survive an Encounter with a Mutant BruteWhy Mutant Brutes Are Extreme Threats Mutant Brutes are the apex undead in this mod—significantly larger, tougher,…

Items

Blister Zombie Spawn EggCrawler Spawn EggMutant Brute Spawn EggRotten Mutant Spawn EggSpitter Spawn EggSplit Head Zombie Spawn EggZombie Brute Spawn Egg

Mobs

Creatures this mod adds.

Blister ZombieCrawlerMutant BruteRotten MutantSplit Head ZombieZombie Brute

Configuration

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

OptionWhat it does
blisterZombiesSpawnNaturallyBlister Zombies spawn naturallyIf enabled, Blister Zombies will spawn naturally | default: enabled
crawlersSpawnNaturallyCrawlers spawn naturallyIf enabled, Crawlers will spawn naturally | default: enabled
mutantBrutesBreakLogsAndLeavesAroundThemMutant Brutes break leaves and logsIf enabled, Mutant Brutes will break logs and leaves in their path | default: disabled
mutantBrutesSpawnNaturallyMutant Brutes spawn naturallyIf enabled, Mutant Brutes will spawn naturally | default: enabled
rottenMutantsSpawnNaturallyRotten Mutants spawn naturallyIf enabled, Rotten Mutants will spawn naturally | default: enabled
spittersBreakLogsAndLeavesAroundThemSpitters break leaves and logsIf enabled, Spitters will break logs and leaves in their path | default: disabled
spittersSpawnNaturallySpitters spawn naturallyIf enabled, Spitters will spawn naturally | default: enabled
splitHeadZombiesSpawnNaturallySplit Head Zombies spawn naturallyIf enabled, Split Head Zombies will spawn naturally | default: enabled
zombieBrutesBreakLogsAndLeavesAroundThemZombie Brutes break leaves and logsIf enabled, Zombie Brutes will break logs and leaves in their path | default: disabled
zombieBrutesSpawnNaturallyZombie Brutes spawn naturallyIf enabled, Zombie Brutes will spawn naturally | default: enabled

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between zombies and mutants in this mod?
Zombies are standard undead variants with specific abilities like climbing or ranged attacks, while Mutants are significantly larger, stronger, and tougher versions that serve as late-game threats. Mutant Brutes, for example, are the enhanced counterpart to regular Zombie Brutes with substantially more health and damage output.
How do I defend my base from Crawler Zombies?
Crawlers can scale vertical surfaces, so relying on walls alone won't stop them—you need to create overhangs, use slabs on top of walls, or place blocks strategically to prevent them from reaching your roof. Check the guide 'Prepare Your Base Against Crawler Zombies' for detailed defensive strategies.
What's the best way to fight a Zombie Brute?
Zombie Brutes are tank-like and deal massive damage, so kiting and ranged attacks are safer than direct melee combat. Refer to 'Fight a Zombie Brute Safely' for tactics on positioning, weapon choice, and armor recommendations.
How do I spot a Spitter Zombie before it attacks?
Spitter Zombies use ranged slime ball attacks, so they behave differently from melee variants—watch for their distinctive appearance and attack pattern. See 'Identify and Avoid Spitter Zombies' for visual identification tips and evasion strategies.
What should I do if I encounter a Mutant Brute?
Mutant Brutes are extremely dangerous with high health and damage; they should be avoided or fought only with proper preparation, enchanted gear, and ranged tactics. The guide 'Survive an Encounter with a Mutant Brute' covers escape routes, combat strategies, and when to retreat.
Do Blister Zombies and Split Head Zombies have special abilities?
Blister Zombies have enhanced speed and power compared to standard zombies, while Split Head Zombies are more aggressive with higher damage and mobility. Both require more caution than basic undead.
Can I use this mod with other zombie or creature mods?
The mod generally works alongside other mods, but spawning conflicts or balance issues may occur if multiple mods add similar creatures—test your modpack and adjust spawn rates or mob caps if needed.
Do these Mutants And Zombies drop anything special?
Drops vary by mob type, but you should check your specific mod version's documentation or use NEI/JEI in-game to see what each variant yields when defeated.
Will this mod cause lag or performance issues?
The detailed models and AI behaviors can impact performance on lower-end systems, especially with many mobs spawned—consider adjusting mob spawn rates or render distance if you experience lag.
Do these mobs spawn naturally or only in specific conditions?
These variants spawn as part of the mod's natural mob generation system, typically appearing in darkness like vanilla zombies, though spawn rates and conditions depend on your mod configuration.