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Adds full armor sets for vanilla materials such as bone, coal, copper, emerald, ender, glowstone, lapis, nether, obsidian, paper, prismarine, quartz, redstone, and slime.

Contents (6)
  1. Overview
  2. Guides
  3. Processes
  4. Items
  5. Frequently asked questions

Overview

The MoreVanillaArmor Mod, developed by MelanX, is a utility-focused expansion for Minecraft that provides a purpose for surplus vanilla resources. While the base game limits armor to a few tiers (Leather, Iron, Gold, Diamond, Netherite), this mod allows players to craft protective gear from nearly any common material found in the world.

Whether you have chests full of Redstone, stacks of Obsidian, or an abundance of Paper, you can now convert these materials into functional armor sets. Many of these sets go beyond simple protection, offering unique set bonuses such as fire immunity, knockback resistance, or even acting as a mobile power source.

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Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Building Redstone, Quartz, and Obsidian ArmorCrafting Bone, Slime, Paper, and Ender ArmorCrafting Coal, Copper, and Lapis Armor SetsCrafting Copper, Quartz, and Prismarine Armor SetsCrafting Ender, Fiery, and Nether ArmorCrafting Fiery, Glowstone, Redstone, Slime, and Paper ArmorThese sets use unusual materials and are worth making for specific situations or as collection pieces. Each uses the…Crafting Quartz, Prismarine, and Lapis ArmorThese three sets use materials from the Nether, the ocean, and caves respectively. Pick the one that matches where…Crafting Recipes in MoreVanillaArmorAll armor sets follow the standard vanilla crafting patterns for Helmets, Chestplates, Leggings, and Boots. The…Crafting Redstone, Lapis, and Glowstone ArmorCrafting Stone and Bone Armor for Early ProgressionStone and Bone armor sit just above Wooden and are both easy to obtain before you have iron. Use them to survive…How to Craft a Full Wooden Armor Set in MoreVanillaArmorWooden armor is the cheapest set you can make and the fastest way to stop taking full damage on your first night.…How to Craft Obsidian, Nether, and Ender ArmorThese three sets are your late-game targets. Each requires material from a dangerous location, so plan a dedicated…How to Craft Wooden and Stone Armor in MoreVanillaArmorHow to Craft Wooden Armor and Upgrade to StoneHow to Make Copper Armor in MoreVanillaArmorCopper armor is a solid mid-early set that uses a material you can mine in bulk from copper ore veins. It bridges the…MoreVanillaArmor Armor Sets & StatsThe mod adds 17 distinct armor types. Each set has unique durability and protection values tailored to the rarity of…MoreVanillaArmor Special Mechanics & Set BonusesSeveral armor sets provide passive abilities or status effects when equipped. These mechanics make certain sets…

Recipes

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

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Frequently asked questions

How do I craft Wooden Boots?
Wooden Boots are made with a shaped crafting recipe using wooden planks in a boots pattern. The same shaped-recipe format applies to the Wooden Helmet, Chestplate, and Leggings.
What materials do I need for Bone armor?
Bone armor pieces (Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, Boots) are each crafted via a shaped recipe using bone as the material. Place bones in the corresponding armor-slot pattern on a crafting table.
How do I make Coal armor?
Coal Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots are each produced with a shaped crafting recipe using coal. Arrange coal in the standard armor pattern for the piece you want.
Can I craft Copper armor in this mod?
Yes, Copper Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots are all present and crafted with shaped recipes using copper. Use the usual armor-slot layout on a crafting table.
How do I craft Emerald armor pieces?
Emerald Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots each use a shaped crafting recipe with emeralds. Fill the appropriate armor pattern with emeralds to craft each piece.
What is Ender armor made from?
Ender Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots are crafted via shaped recipes using ender-related materials. Each piece follows the standard armor crafting layout.
How do I get Fiery armor?
Fiery Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots are each made with a shaped crafting recipe. Arrange the required material in the armor pattern for the piece you need.
How do I craft Glowstone armor?
Glowstone Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots are each crafted with a shaped recipe using glowstone. Use the standard armor-slot pattern on a crafting table.
Is there Lapis armor, and how is it made?
Lapis Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots exist and are each crafted with a shaped recipe using lapis lazuli. Place lapis in the armor pattern for the desired piece.
How do I craft Nether armor?
Nether Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots are each produced with a shaped crafting recipe using nether materials. Follow the standard armor-slot layout for each piece.
How do I make Obsidian armor?
Obsidian Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots are each crafted via a shaped recipe using obsidian. Arrange obsidian in the armor pattern for the piece you want.
How do I craft Paper armor?
Paper Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots are each made with a shaped crafting recipe using paper. Use the standard armor-slot pattern on a crafting table.