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Simply Traps Wiki & Guide

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Adds traps such as spike traps, slime traps, grass traps, wooden stakes, and barbed wire for defending areas.

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

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Building Circular Barbed Wire DefensesUnderstanding Barbed Wire Placement Circular barbed wire creates a ring-shaped barrier that damages mobs attempting…Creating a Spike Trap Corridor for Mob GrindingDesigning the Corridor Layout Spike traps deal consistent damage to any mob passing through them. Create a long,…Setting Up a Perimeter Defense with Stakes and Wall StakesChoosing Your Trap Type Stakes and wall stakes form the foundation of a defensive perimeter. Stakes are placed on the…Using Slime Traps to Control Mob MovementUnderstanding Slime Trap Mechanics Slime traps slow any mob that touches them, reducing movement speed significantly.…

Recipes

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

Crafting · 8

Blocks

BoundingboxtestblockGrass TrapIron Circular Barbed WireIvy Circular Barbed WireSlime TrapSpike TrapWooden StakeWooden Stake Wall

Frequently asked questions

How do I craft my first trap?
Start with stakes or wall stakes—they require basic materials you can gather early game. Check the Crafting Recipes section on the wiki for exact ingredient layouts, then place them on the ground or against walls to begin your defense.
What's the difference between stakes and wall stakes?
Stakes are placed on the ground and damage mobs that walk over them, while wall stakes mount on vertical surfaces and damage mobs that touch them. Use wall stakes to create barriers along corridors or around structures.
Do slime traps actually slow down mobs or do they deal damage?
Slime traps apply a slowness effect to mobs that step on them, making them useful for controlling movement and buying time rather than dealing direct damage. Combine them with other traps like spikes to create effective grinding setups.
Can I use barbed wire traps in water?
Circular barbed wire functions on land; check your specific trap type's placement rules in the guides, as water interaction varies by trap design. Test placement in your world to confirm behavior.
Do traps damage players or only mobs?
Traps are designed to damage mobs, but test carefully in multiplayer or PvP scenarios—some trap types may affect players depending on mod configuration. Always verify on a test server before building defenses around player areas.
How do I remove or break a trap I placed?
Simply break the trap block with your tool of choice, just like breaking any other block. The trap will drop as an item you can pick up and reuse.
What's the best way to combine different trap types?
Layer traps by function: use slime traps to slow mobs, then funnel them into spike trap corridors or stake lines for damage. The guides on perimeter defense and spike corridors show effective combinations.
Do traps work against bosses or special mobs?
Traps deal damage to most mobs, but boss-level entities may have resistance or special mechanics—test against the specific mob you're defending against. Standard hostile mobs take full trap damage.
Will this mod cause lag with lots of traps?
Simply Traps Mod is designed to be lightweight, but extremely large trap networks may impact performance depending on your system. Start with reasonable perimeter sizes and monitor performance as you expand.
Can I use traps in creative mode or do they only work in survival?
Traps function in all game modes—place them freely in creative for testing layouts, then transfer your designs to survival. This is useful for planning large defense systems before committing resources.