Wards Mod 1.16.5, Wiki & Guide
Wards is a magical utility mod for Minecraft that allows players to harness the power of enchanted books to create defensive zones that buff allies and damage enemies.
Overview
The Wards Mod (often referred to as the Enchanted Book Tower mod) introduces a unique way to utilize surplus enchanted books. Instead of letting them gather dust in chests, players can place them onto a specialized block called a Ward. Once powered, the Ward draws magic from the book to create a zone of influence. Depending on the enchantments present, the Ward will provide powerful status effects to players and unleash magical attacks or debuffs upon hostile mobs.

Wards are highly configurable and support integration with other mods like Quark and Charm. They serve as a magical alternative to mechanical turrets, providing base defense and player utility through the existing enchantment system.