Large Ore Deposits Mod FAQ

Deposits are extremely rare and generate deep underground, so you'll mostly stumble onto them while branch mining or caving at low depths. Watch for the above-ground indicator block (like a rare flower) if the deposit's config defines one, since it marks a deposit directly below.

Deposits are intentionally super-rare, so a single mining trip often turns up nothing. Also check that the deposit's config allows your current dimension and biome, since restrictions can exclude whole areas.

Run /lods list deposits to print every available deposit in chat, where the config name equals the deposit name. Use that list to confirm a deposit is actually loaded before hunting for it.

Use the /lods commands to list and generate deposits for testing instead of searching manually. This lets you verify a config works before committing to a long mining session.

Create a config file in the adlods/Deposits folder defining the ore, size, and any dimension or biome restrictions. You can also generate a starting config with in-game commands and then edit it.

Define a mixed deposit in its config and specify the proportion of each ore it should contain. The mod then distributes those ores throughout the deposit according to the proportions you set.

Yes, the mod supports any ore as long as you reference it correctly in a custom config in the adlods/Deposits folder. You can also set this up through in-game commands.

In the deposit's config, define the indicator block that should appear on the surface above the deposit. When set, that block generates above ground to hint at the ore hidden below.

Yes, each deposit config accepts its own parameters and restrictions, so you can limit generation to certain dimensions and biomes. This is useful for keeping themed ores where they belong.

Because deposits are rare and generate as single large structures rather than many small ones, the impact is usually minimal. Conflicts are most likely with other mods that heavily change world generation, so test in a fresh world if you see odd terrain.

Deposits are extremely rare, so you'll mostly stumble on them while branch mining or exploring caves rather than actively hunting them. Watch for the above-ground indicator configured for a deposit (often a rare flower or plant) since it marks a deposit directly beneath it.

Run /lods list deposits to print every available deposit to chat, where the config name equals the deposit name. Use /lods list generated to log the deposits that have actually spawned in your world.

They're intentionally super rare, so a single mining trip usually won't turn one up. If you've searched a long time, check that deposits are enabled for your current dimension and biome in the config, since restrictions can block spawning there.

You can add support either through in-game commands or by dropping a custom config into the adlods/Deposits folder. Once registered, the ore becomes available to use in deposit definitions like any predefined ore.

Define the deposit with multiple ores and assign each one a proportion value in the config so the mod knows how much of each ore to generate. The proportions control the relative amounts of each ore within the same deposit.

/lods commands let you list deposits, list generated deposits, and test or tweak deposit settings without leaving the game. They're the fastest way to verify your config changes took effect.

Yes, the mod supports setting different parameters and restrictions per dimension and per biome. Set these in the deposit's config so it only generates where you want it.

In the deposit's config, specify the block or plant to act as the surface indicator, such as a rare flower. When that indicator generates on the surface, it signals a deposit lies underneath.

Yes, you can add support for any ore, including modded ones, by using in-game commands or by placing custom configs in the adlods/Deposits folder. As long as the ore is registered, it can be used in a deposit.

Deposits are rare and generate as part of world gen, so the impact is generally minimal compared to their size. If you notice issues, reduce the number of deposits or their size in the config.