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Savage Survival Essentials Wiki & Guide

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Adds survival crafting materials like tanned leather armor, bone tools, and specialized items for enhanced survival gameplay.

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

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Build a Safe Shelter Protected from Monster SpawningSpawn Prevention Mechanic Monsters cannot spawn on top of wooden blocks. Use this mechanic to create safe roofs and…Craft Tanned Leather Armor for Early DefenseUnderstanding Leather Progression Leather crafting in this mod requires multiple stages. You must progress through…How to Safely Neutralize Creepers with ShearsPreparation Craft or find shears before engaging creepers. Shears are your primary tool for neutralizing these…Prepare Hearty Meals to Survive LongerAvailable Recipes This mod expands food options significantly. Craft hearty stew, chicken soup, chowder, kebabs, and…

Recipes

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

Crafting · 18btwr_sl:crafting_shapeless_extended · 3

Items

BCDELOSTW

B

Bone Club

C

Cooked LiverCut LeatherCut Scoured LeatherCut Tanned Leather

D

Diamond Armor PlateDiamond IngotDiamond Shears

E

Ender Spectacles

L

Liver Of The Beast

O

Ocular of Ender

S

Scoured Leather

T

Tanned LeatherTanned Leather BootsTanned Leather ChestplateTanned Leather HelmetTanned Leather Leggings

W

Wooden Club

Blocks

BlightBlock of Diamond IngotBlock of FlintBlock of Spider EyePlaced StickSpider Eye Slab

Configuration

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

OptionWhat it does
clientSettingsTextClient Settings:
generalGeneral
serverSettingsTextServer Settings:
serverSettingsNoAccessTextNote: Server settings are not accessible in menus. They can only be changed by editing the config file manually and
emptyClientConfigTextNote: There are currently no client config settings.

Frequently asked questions

How do I start playing with this mod?
Begin by gathering basic materials and crafting a club or shears—these are your first tools for combat and creeper neutralization. Focus on hunting creepers early to collect their special drops, then progress toward leather crafting to make your first armor set.
What's the best way to neutralize creepers?
Equip shears and use them on a creeper to safely disable it without triggering an explosion; this also grants you unique creeper drops. Approach from behind or the side to avoid taking damage while shearing.
How does the new knockback system work?
Knockback only applies when you sprint-attack with melee weapons, or when using clubs, swords, bows, tridents, and crossbows—regular hits won't push mobs away. This makes combat more tactical and prevents easy mob juggling.
What's the leather crafting progression?
Leather progresses through stages: raw leather → cut leather → scoured leather → tanned leather, with each step unlocking better armor recipes. Each stage requires specific crafting steps, so follow the recipes carefully to advance your armor tier.
How do I protect my shelter from monster spawning?
Build your shelter roof and walls using non-wooden blocks, as monsters cannot spawn on top of wooden blocks—this gives you a safe zone. Combine this with proper lighting to create a truly secure base.
What food should I prioritize crafting?
Hearty stew, chicken soup, chowder, kebabs, and omelettes are all filling dishes that restore more hunger than basic foods. Prepare these meals before venturing into dangerous areas to extend your survival time.
Why do creeper explosions feel different?
Creeper blast damage is now calculated from the mob's eye position, making explosions more predictable and consistent. This allows you to better judge safe distances and plan your defense strategy.
Can I disable baby zombies or change spawn rates?
Yes—the mod includes configuration toggles to disable baby zombies entirely and adjust the monster spawn cap per chunk. Check your mod config file to customize these settings to your preferred difficulty.
What are Diamond Plates and Diamond Ingots used for?
These are advanced crafting materials that unlock higher-tier tools and weapons beyond basic iron gear. They're part of the progression system designed to give you meaningful crafting goals.
Does this mod work with other survival mods?
This mod is designed as the foundation for the Better Than Wolves: Remastered modpack, so it's built to work with that ecosystem. Check compatibility with other mods case-by-case, as knockback and spawn changes may conflict with similar mechanics elsewhere.