Lord of the Rings Renewed Extended Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I start playing this mod?
Install the mod alongside The Lord of the Rings Mod: Renewed, then create a new world. You'll spawn in Middle-earth with access to new buildings, merchants, and items right away. Explore nearby settlements to find traders and begin collecting new weapons and armor.
Where can I find merchants to trade with?
Merchants are scattered across different regions like the Shire, Bree-land, Rivendell, and the Blue Mountains. Look for NPCs in towns and settlements; over 35 different merchants offer unique trades. Each region's merchants typically sell items themed to that area.
What should I trade for first?
Start by trading for basic tools and weapons to help you survive and gather resources more efficiently. Then work toward armor sets that match your playstyle, and look for rare items that the base mod doesn't offer.
How do I hire units to fight for me?
Find unit merchants in settlements and trade for unit summons or hiring items. Once obtained, use them according to their mechanics to recruit soldiers who will fight alongside you and help defend your banners and territory.
How do I grow the new trees?
Collect saplings for chestnut, banana, willow, and ebony trees from merchants or naturally spawning trees in the world. Plant them like regular saplings and they'll grow into full trees, giving you access to new wood types and resources.
Are the old weapons and armor from earlier mod versions actually useful?
Yes—the restored items have updated stats and textures that fit the current mod aesthetic. They're competitive with other weapons and armor in the mod, so choose based on your preferred playstyle rather than assuming they're weaker.
Can I use this mod with other mods?
This mod is designed as an extension of The Lord of the Rings Mod: Renewed, so it requires that mod to function. Compatibility with other mods depends on whether they conflict with LOTR content; test in a small world first if you're unsure.
Why aren't merchants spawning in certain areas?
Make sure you're in the correct region and that the area has loaded properly. Some merchants only appear in specific buildings or settlements, so explore thoroughly and check if structures have generated in your world.
Do I need to start a new world to use this mod?
A new world is recommended so that all new buildings, merchants, and trees generate correctly. Adding the mod to an existing world may result in missing content in already-explored areas.
What's the difference between this mod and just playing The Lord of the Rings Mod: Renewed?
This mod adds back content from older versions, introduces new merchants and trading opportunities, adds new tree types, and expands building variety across regions. It essentially gives you significantly more items, NPCs, and things to discover in the same world.