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Primal Depths Resurrected Wiki & Guide

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Adds deep cave biome content including abyssmarine blocks, ancient flora, amber materials, and new mobs.

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Contents (9)
  1. Guides
  2. Processes
  3. Items
  4. Blocks
  5. Mobs
  6. Enchantments
  7. Frequently asked questions
  8. Related mods

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Find and Explore Your First Subterranean BiomePreparation Before descending into the deep underground, gather basic mining tools (stone pickaxe minimum), torches,…Identify and Defeat Unique Subterranean MobsUnderstanding Mob Variety Primal Depths Resurrected spawns over 40 custom mobs across its biomes. Each biome hosts…Manage Mod Settings with In-Game CommandsAccessing Configuration Primal Depths Resurrected allows you to customize your experience without leaving the game.…Unlock Cave Maps and Research with the Spelunkery TableCrafting the Spelunkery Table The Spelunkery Table is your gateway to underground knowledge. Craft one using the…

Recipes

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

Crafting · 332minecraft:stonecutting · 71minecraft:smelting · 19minecraft:campfire_cooking · 11minecraft:smoking · 11minecraft:blasting · 3

Items

225 items · showing 24. Browse all →

Advancement IconAlex MealAlex's Caves IconAmber CuriosityAtlatitan Spawn EggAzure Neodymium IngotBioluminesscenceBiome TreatBlue GelatinBlue Sweetish FishBottle of RadonBoundroid Spawn EggBrainiac Spawn EggBucket of AcidBucket of Gossamer WormBucket of LanternfishBucket of Purple SodaBucket of RadgillBucket of Sea PigBucket of Sweetish Fish (Yellow)Bucket of Sweetish Fish (Pink)Bucket of Sweetish Fish (Blue)Bucket of Sweetish Fish (Red)Bucket of Sweetish Fish (Green)

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Blocks

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Abyssal AltarAbyssmarineAbyssmarine Brick SlabAbyssmarine Brick StairsAbyssmarine Brick WallAbyssmarine BricksAbyssmarine PillarAbyssmarine SlabAbyssmarine StairsAbyssmarine TilesAbyssmarine WallAcidAcidic RadrockAmberAmber MonolithAmbersolAmbersol LightAncient LeavesAncient SaplingArchaic VineArchaic Vine (Plant)Atlatitan EggAzure Energized GalenaAzure Magnet

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Mobs

Creatures this mod adds.

AtlatitanBeholderBoundroidBoundroid WinchBrainiacCandicornCaniacCaramel CubeCinder BrickCorrodentCrushed BlockDeep OneDeep One KnightDeep One MageDepth ChargeDesolate DaggerDinosaur SpiritExtinction SpearFerrouslimeFloaterForsakenFrostmint SpearGammaroachGingerbread ManGloomothGossamer WormGrottoceratopsGuanoGum WormGum WormGumballGumbeeperGummy BearHullbreakerInk BombLanternfishLicowitchLimestone SpearLuxtructosaurusMagnetic Quarry SmasherMagnetic WeaponMagnetizing BlockMagnetronMelted CaramelMine GuardianMine Guardian AnchorNotorNuclear BombNuclear ExplosionNucleeperPurple Soda Bottle RocketRadgillRaycatRelicheirusSea PigSpinning PeppermintSubmarineSubterranodonSugar Staff HexSweetish FishTeletorTephraTremorsaurusTremorzillaTrilocarisTripodfishUnderzealotVallumraptorVesperWatcherWater BoltWave

Enchantments

Enchantments this mod adds.

Arrow InductingResistor Shield transforms any deflected arrows into seeking arrows
Astral TransferringMobs possessed by the Totem of Possession can swap possessed status with other, healthier mobs they fight
BonkingPrimitive Club has a chance to drop heads from slain mobs, as if a charged Creeper killed them
Bouncing BoltSea Staff water bolt can bounce to a second target after a direct hit
Bouncy BallGumballs bounce an additional two times for each level
Charting CallMagic Conch summons additional Deep Ones to aide in combat
Chomping SpiritExtinction Spear Tremorsaurus attack deals increased damage
CrystallizationGalena Gauntlet can move items made of crystal, such as diamond tools
Dark NockDreadbow can fire arrows at a faster rate
Dazing SweepPrimitive Club can inflict the Stunned effect in a larger area
Detonating DeathMobs possessed by the Totem of Possession will explode before dying in battle
Double StabDesolate Dagger attack summons two ghostly blades
Energy EfficiencyRaygun uses up charge at a slower rate
Enveloping BubbleSea Staff water bolt can envelop the target in a drowning bubble of water
Explosive FlavorShotgum fires a single slow, explosive gumball
Far FlungHook launches even further when swung
Ferrous HasteGalena Gauntlet items attack and mine much faster
Field ExtensionGalena Gauntlet can move items further away
FlingingOrtholance launch moves the player much further
Gamma RayRaygun beam inflicts deadly blue Irradiated effect
Heavy SlamResistor Shield first slam attack deals additional damage
Herd PhalanxExtinction Spear Grottoceratops defense summons more armored heads
Humungous HexHexes have an additional full block in width for each level
Impending StabGhostly dagger attack is delayed and deals increased damage
Lasting MoraleDeep Ones summoned by Magic Conch will stay around longer
Multiple MintAn additional peppermint is summoned for each level
Peppermint PuntingPeppermints bounce directly ahead instead of around the attacker
Plummeting FlightExtinction Spear Subterranodon attack carries foes higher and for longer
Precise VolleyDreadbow arrows rain down from the sky to a more central position
Rapid PossessionMobs possessed by the Totem of Possession will move faster
Relentless DarknessDreadbow fires arrows directly ahead in a continuous stream
Sated BladeGhostly dagger attack increases the food saturation level of the attacker
Sea SwingOrtholance swing attack summons a single, forwards-facing wave
SeapairingSea Staff can occasionally regain durability when in the inventory of a submerged entity
Second WaveOrtholance summons a second, delayed wave after launching the player
SeekcandyPeppermints created by the staff seek out any entity the attacker looks at
Shaded RespiteDreadbow will not consume normal arrows or durability if fired in darkness
Sharp CaneHook deals three damage per level when attaching to a target
SightlessMobs possessed by the Totem of Possession can be controlled without a direct line of sight
Soak SeekingSea Staff water bolts now home-in on targets more accurately
SolarRaygun recharges over time when user is under direct sunlight
Spell LastingHexes last an additional three seconds for each level
Straight HookHook launches directly ahead and is not hindered by gravity
SwiftwoodPrimitive Club can be swung much faster
Targeted RicochetGumballs will bounce to the nearest target after hitting a wall or entity
Taxing BellowUsing the Magic Conch lowers the opinion held by Deep Ones, but does not decrease durability
Triple SplashSea Staff fires two additional water bolts
Triple SplitGumballs split into three additional Gumballs after hitting their first target
TsunamiOrtholance launch summons a single, gigantic wave
Twilight PerfectionDreadbow arrows glow red and deal double damage if fired at the precise bow charge time
X-RayRaygun beam pierces through walls

Frequently asked questions

How do I start playing Primal Depths Resurrected?
Craft a Spelunkery Table using the standard recipe, then use it to unlock cave maps and research notes that guide you to subterranean biomes. Head down below the standard cave levels (around Y-level 0 and below) to find the six massive underground biomes.
What are the six subterranean biomes in this mod?
The mod adds Magnetic Caves, Primordial Caves, Toxic Caves, Abyssal Chasm, Forlorn Hollows, and one additional biome. Each has unique mobs, blocks, and environmental hazards.
Do I need to change my recipes or progression?
No—all original item recipes, gear abilities, and enchantments remain exactly the same. The mod preserves vanilla progression while adding new content to explore.
How do I use the Cave Compendium?
The Cave Compendium is a research book you fill out by collecting new resources, defeating unique mobs, and exploring each biome. It documents underground lore, maps, and secrets you discover.
What should I bring when exploring subterranean biomes?
Bring standard mining gear, but prepare for the specific hazards of each biome—some have toxic air, magnetic effects, or deep-sea pressure. Check the Cave Compendium for biome-specific tips before descending.
Can I configure the mod settings?
Yes—use the command `/acc menu` to open the in-game configuration menu and adjust mod settings without restarting your world.
How many unique mobs does this mod add?
The mod spawns over 40 custom mobs, ranging from prehistoric dinosaurs and magnetic creatures to deep-sea monsters unique to each biome.
What is the Spelunkery Table used for?
The Spelunkery Table is a functional workstation that unlocks cave maps and research notes, helping you locate and understand the subterranean biomes.
Will this mod cause lag or performance issues?
Performance depends on your system and other mods, but Primal Depths Resurrected is optimized for modern mod loaders. Use `/acc menu` to adjust render distances or mob spawn rates if needed.
Can I find fossils in this mod?
Yes—you can uncover ancient fossils while exploring the deep underground environments, adding to the paleontological discovery aspect of the mod.