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Shield Expansion Wiki & Guide

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Adds shields in wood, iron, gold, diamond, netherite, and special variants with different durability and protection.

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

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Shield Combat MechanicsHow Shields Work in Combat Shield Expansion Mod introduces two core defensive mechanics: Off-Guard Cooldown — When…

Recipes

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

Crafting · 5minecraft:smithing_transform · 1

Items

Diamond ShieldGolden ShieldGriefer ShieldIron ShieldNetherite ShieldParagon ShieldWooden Shield

Configuration

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

OptionWhat it does
harder_explosionsAdvanced Explosions
item_only_modeDisable all Shield Expansion behaviour (for use with other shield mods like Guarding).
lenient_stamina_modeDouble the available shield stamina.
lenient_parry_modeDouble the parry window timing.
cooldownEnable shield cooldowns mechanisms.
lowering_cooldownEnable the cooldown applied when you lower your shield manually.
speed_modifierEnable the speed adjustment to make blocking faster (reduces the vanilla movement penalty).
enable_tooltipsEnable Tooltips
hud_x_offsetHorizontal offset for the shield HUD indicator. Default is 0.
hud_indicatorHUD Shield Indicator
hud_x_offsetHUD X Offset
hud_y_offsetHUD Y Offset
item_only_modeItem Only Mode
lenient_parry_modeLenient Parry
lenient_stamina_modeLenient Stamina
shield_listList of items considered as shields. Automatically populated by data packs.
shield_blacklistList of items to ignore, even if they are in the whitelist.
lowering_cooldownLowering Cooldown
modifiersModifiers
shield_blacklistShield Blacklist
cooldownShield Cooldowns
shield_listShield Lists
shield_listShield Whitelist
harder_explosionsShields only block partial damage from explosions based on their Blast Resistance stat.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the main purpose of Shield Expansion Mod?
The mod enhances the shield by introducing different types made from various materials, each with unique defensive stats, and adds new defensive mechanics like Off-Guard Cooldown and Parrying.
How does Off-Guard Cooldown work?
After blocking an enemy strike with a shield, a cooldown period prevents instant reuse, forcing players to switch to offense. The cooldown duration varies by material, with Netherite shields recovering fastest and wooden shields slowest.
What happens when you parry with a wooden or gold shield?
Parrying with wood or gold shields blocks the attack, pushes the attacker backward, and inflicts minor damage on the enemy.
What are the advantages of parrying with iron, diamond, or Netherite shields?
These shields not only cause damage and push the attacker back, but also reflect part of the incoming attack back at the enemy.
Can parrying be used to block projectiles?
Yes, parrying allows you to block projectiles and ignores cooldown restrictions.
How does shield material affect gameplay?
Different shield materials offer unique defensive stats and affect both the Off-Guard Cooldown duration and the damage or reflection effects when parrying.