Hey there! I've got a mod for you, and it's called Description Tags!
What it does:
This little mod adds four simple items to the game: The Lore Tag, the Description Tag, the Warrior Tag and the Butcher Tag.
As their name suggests, they are used to add lore and descriptions to something, specifically, items.
The Lore Tag uses vanilla's lore system, adding purple flavour text in the items tooltip.
The Description tag is more advanced and allows for formatting and different colours, but uses features added by the mod to display that.
The Warrior and Butcher Tag both track the kills performed with the tagged item. The Butcher Tag tracks the kills for every living entity, the Warrior Tag only for mobs.
Finally, it adds a recipe to Name Tags. This is the same one Tinkers Construct or DiyoTweaks adds and all inspiration and credit goes to them. It's pointless for that thing to be dungeon loot only ^^
Who it is for:
Casual players who want to add a little variance to their items.
Players who want to show off how epic their gear is and how deadly their weaponry.
Players who think their dragonscale helmet* needs some witty remark.
*sold separately
Mapmakers who don't want to use an external editing program for every item. (Because the lore added with tags stays visible in vanilla Minecraft, so you can use this mod to fill your reward chests with lore-rich gear!)
Recipes, L>R,T>B: Name Tag, Lore Tag, Butcher Tag, Description Tag, Warrior Tag
The recipe for the Butcher Tag works both ways.
The interface, opened by rightclicking.
Adding Lore to the one they call "The pot of destiny!"
The advantage of Description Tags
The Butcher Tag in use
FAQ
Q: How do I install this again?
- A: Like every forge mod, it goes into the "mods" folder.
Q: Will you add ______?
- A: Unlikely. I consider this mod "done" and I wanted to keep it small and simple. Feel free to shout out your ideas before they overflow your brain, but I doubt I will add it.
Legal Stuff
This mod is publicly available. I would kindly ask that no one monetizes this mod. Feel free to decompile it and take code from it, but be so kind as to tell others where you got it.
You have permission to use this in a modpack. If you want, you can inform me about it, but you don't need to ask for permissions first.
Credits
Credit for the Name Tag recipe and the packet-handling in 1.7.2 and 1.7.10 goes to the SlimeKnights of Tinkers Construct (check them out, they are great guys!)
Inspiration and critic was supplied by 'The Skype Guys' (you know who you are ^^)
It kinda reminds me of TF2's strange weapons, Description tag.
I know you said you considered this mod done, but could you possibly add an Item Showcase?
Y'know, to show off our stuff, it should show the description and kills of the item being showcase.
No I can't add colour to nametags, because the renaming screen of the anvil does not accept Minecraft's formatting sign §. However, the interface of the description tag does accept it. Simply type it (on my German keyboard it's Shift+3) then the formatting code (full list on the wiki: http://minecraft.gamepedia.com/Formatting_codes) and then the text. Don't worry if the formatting sign vanishes, it's not displayed when it's in use.
However, I just realized, I'm fortunate to have a keyboard with the section sign on it. Apparently it's only found on the German QWERTZ layout. You can however (though is obviously isn't ideal) copy and paste the sign. I'll look into it and find a fix.
That's something that might be used in common language though. The text is limited in size so people substitute & for and. If I were to make that a formatting code, it might ruin some texts. I was actually thinking of using a backslash, because it's usually not used in any text. When describing options, for instance, one commonly uses the forward slash, not the backward one.
Edit: Apparently for US/UK QWERTY Keyboards, AltGr + Shift + S works. For now, no updates for this.
I didn't realize this post went so long without comments, but I have a few things to mention.
First, I made a Mod Spotlight for this mod. Aside from not doing much with the formatting (not very good with that myself), hopefully I did a good job at covering its features. Let me know if I got anything wrong or missed anything of note.
The other thing is an issue of sorts my friend discovered. I use Description Tags in my mod pack, Untamed Chaos, and he reported that the Warrior Tag doesn’t work on any Lycanite's Mobs. I did also test this myself with a few mobs, passive and hostile, and only had the Butcher Tag track for both with the Warrior Tag remaining at 0. Not sure why the hostile Lycanite mobs aren’t counting as monsters, although they are rather unique so it doesn’t surprise me too much. Anyway, it isn't that big of a deal, but if you could look into the issue it would be appreciated.
The other thing is an issue of sorts my friend discovered. I use Description Tags in my mod pack, Untamed Chaos, and he reported that the Warrior Tag doesn’t work on any Lycanite's Mobs. I did also test this myself with a few mobs, passive and hostile, and only had the Butcher Tag track for both with the Warrior Tag remaining at 0. Not sure why the hostile Lycanite mobs aren’t counting as monsters, although they are rather unique so it doesn’t surprise me too much. Anyway, it isn't that big of a deal, but if you could look into the issue it would be appreciated.
Which Lycanite mobs did you test on? Quite a few are in a gray area of being farmable or tameable, yet still initially hostile.
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Nice! Kinda like the one from TF2! Butcher Tag is the Strangifier! Please add support for other mods! Also does the Butcher Tag works on ranged weaponry? 10/10!
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If I helped you in any way or agree in my ideas or posts, make sure you click that green arrow pointing up below my post or simply huggle me! I use 1.7.10 (Modded), so when I comment that I like a 1.8 mod, I will comment to downgrade to 1.7.10. I support no pics, no clicks. Suggestions that I think that are the best deserves a banner!
It is almost time to say goodbye to 1.7.10 because of the recent surge of big 1.9 mods.
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This mod does not have near enough downloads or attention as it deserves! It's a wonderful addition to Minecraft. Hopefully it gets updated to 1.8 or 1.9 though :). Would be great to have it on modpack servers!
If I helped you in any way or agree in my ideas or posts, make sure you click that green arrow pointing up below my post or simply huggle me! I use 1.7.10 (Modded), so when I comment that I like a 1.8 mod, I will comment to downgrade to 1.7.10. I support no pics, no clicks. Suggestions that I think that are the best deserves a banner!
It is almost time to say goodbye to 1.7.10 because of the recent surge of big 1.9 mods.
Why MCreator sucks: jcm2606's file (doesn't open a new tab) He allows/welcomes anyone to link the file, so I put it here in my signature for people to know how MCreator functions. I thank jcm2606 (he's awesome) for creating the document/file and I'm just here to spread the word.
Nope. In fact, it's one of my mods I'm fairly proud of, due to its simplicity. Whenever I'm asked what mods I made, I always mention this one.
The reason nothign happens in here is because the mod is finished. There is no more content to add and I'm not planning to move to 1.8 for now, so there is no need to do any work on it.
Oh, okay. Thought it was dead because it was not getting not as much attention as your other mods.
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If I helped you in any way or agree in my ideas or posts, make sure you click that green arrow pointing up below my post or simply huggle me! I use 1.7.10 (Modded), so when I comment that I like a 1.8 mod, I will comment to downgrade to 1.7.10. I support no pics, no clicks. Suggestions that I think that are the best deserves a banner!
It is almost time to say goodbye to 1.7.10 because of the recent surge of big 1.9 mods.
Why MCreator sucks: jcm2606's file (doesn't open a new tab) He allows/welcomes anyone to link the file, so I put it here in my signature for people to know how MCreator functions. I thank jcm2606 (he's awesome) for creating the document/file and I'm just here to spread the word.
What it does:
This little mod adds four simple items to the game: The Lore Tag, the Description Tag, the Warrior Tag and the Butcher Tag.
As their name suggests, they are used to add lore and descriptions to something, specifically, items.
The Lore Tag uses vanilla's lore system, adding purple flavour text in the items tooltip.
The Description tag is more advanced and allows for formatting and different colours, but uses features added by the mod to display that.
The Warrior and Butcher Tag both track the kills performed with the tagged item. The Butcher Tag tracks the kills for every living entity, the Warrior Tag only for mobs.
Finally, it adds a recipe to Name Tags. This is the same one Tinkers Construct or DiyoTweaks adds and all inspiration and credit goes to them. It's pointless for that thing to be dungeon loot only ^^
Who it is for:
Casual players who want to add a little variance to their items.
Players who want to show off how epic their gear is and how deadly their weaponry.
Players who think their dragonscale helmet* needs some witty remark.
*sold separately
Mapmakers who don't want to use an external editing program for every item. (Because the lore added with tags stays visible in vanilla Minecraft, so you can use this mod to fill your reward chests with lore-rich gear!)
Where do I get it?!
Right here:
CurseForge
1.6.4
1.7.2
1.7.10
Screenshots!
Recipes, L>R,T>B: Name Tag, Lore Tag, Butcher Tag, Description Tag, Warrior Tag
The recipe for the Butcher Tag works both ways.
The interface, opened by rightclicking.
Adding Lore to the one they call "The pot of destiny!"
The advantage of Description Tags
The Butcher Tag in use
FAQ
Q: How do I install this again?
- A: Like every forge mod, it goes into the "mods" folder.
Q: Will you add ______?
- A: Unlikely. I consider this mod "done" and I wanted to keep it small and simple. Feel free to shout out your ideas before they overflow your brain, but I doubt I will add it.
Legal Stuff
This mod is publicly available. I would kindly ask that no one monetizes this mod. Feel free to decompile it and take code from it, but be so kind as to tell others where you got it.
You have permission to use this in a modpack. If you want, you can inform me about it, but you don't need to ask for permissions first.
Credits
Credit for the Name Tag recipe and the packet-handling in 1.7.2 and 1.7.10 goes to the SlimeKnights of Tinkers Construct (check them out, they are great guys!)
Inspiration and critic was supplied by 'The Skype Guys' (you know who you are ^^)
Enjoy!
And it's 1.6.4 too! I love you!
It kinda reminds me of TF2's strange weapons, Description tag.
I know you said you considered this mod done, but could you possibly add an Item Showcase?
Y'know, to show off our stuff, it should show the description and kills of the item being showcase.
Also, awesome mod
However, I just realized, I'm fortunate to have a keyboard with the section sign on it. Apparently it's only found on the German QWERTZ layout. You can however (though is obviously isn't ideal) copy and paste the sign. I'll look into it and find a fix.
Edit: Apparently for US/UK QWERTY Keyboards, AltGr + Shift + S works. For now, no updates for this.
I didn't realize this post went so long without comments, but I have a few things to mention.
First, I made a Mod Spotlight for this mod. Aside from not doing much with the formatting (not very good with that myself), hopefully I did a good job at covering its features. Let me know if I got anything wrong or missed anything of note.
The other thing is an issue of sorts my friend discovered. I use Description Tags in my mod pack, Untamed Chaos, and he reported that the Warrior Tag doesn’t work on any Lycanite's Mobs. I did also test this myself with a few mobs, passive and hostile, and only had the Butcher Tag track for both with the Warrior Tag remaining at 0. Not sure why the hostile Lycanite mobs aren’t counting as monsters, although they are rather unique so it doesn’t surprise me too much. Anyway, it isn't that big of a deal, but if you could look into the issue it would be appreciated.
Mod Packs- Untamed Chaos (1.7.10), Moonlit Siege (1.7.10), Ascension (1.6.4)
Youtube- Minecraft Channel, Let's Plays (Ascension Hardcore, Proton), Mod Spotlights
Which Lycanite mobs did you test on? Quite a few are in a gray area of being farmable or tameable, yet still initially hostile.
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Fall into the hands of sorrow
Drawn by the darkest bay
Walk into the pit of silence
I am the one calling your name
~~~~~~~~
Forgot how many were farmable/tamable... That could explain it. Also, it has been a while and I forgot what I tested it on.
Mod Packs- Untamed Chaos (1.7.10), Moonlit Siege (1.7.10), Ascension (1.6.4)
Youtube- Minecraft Channel, Let's Plays (Ascension Hardcore, Proton), Mod Spotlights
Nice! Kinda like the one from TF2! Butcher Tag is the Strangifier! Please add support for other mods! Also does the Butcher Tag works on ranged weaponry? 10/10!
If I helped you in any way or agree in my ideas or posts, make sure you click that green arrow pointing up below my post or simply huggle me! I use 1.7.10 (Modded), so when I comment that I like a 1.8 mod, I will comment to downgrade to 1.7.10. I support no pics, no clicks. Suggestions that I think that are the best deserves a banner!
It is almost time to say goodbye to 1.7.10 because of the recent surge of big 1.9 mods.
Why MCreator sucks: jcm2606's file (doesn't open a new tab) He allows/welcomes anyone to link the file, so I put it here in my signature for people to know how MCreator functions. I thank jcm2606 (he's awesome) for creating the document/file and I'm just here to spread the word.
500+ huggles? U wot, m8?
This mod does not have near enough downloads or attention as it deserves! It's a wonderful addition to Minecraft. Hopefully it gets updated to 1.8 or 1.9 though :). Would be great to have it on modpack servers!
Wow, this looks good! I love the GUI when editing a tag
Any plans on mob-specific tags? It'd be cool to have a sword that tracks the amound of withers you've killed
I think BluSunrize forgot about this.
If I helped you in any way or agree in my ideas or posts, make sure you click that green arrow pointing up below my post or simply huggle me! I use 1.7.10 (Modded), so when I comment that I like a 1.8 mod, I will comment to downgrade to 1.7.10. I support no pics, no clicks. Suggestions that I think that are the best deserves a banner!
It is almost time to say goodbye to 1.7.10 because of the recent surge of big 1.9 mods.
Why MCreator sucks: jcm2606's file (doesn't open a new tab) He allows/welcomes anyone to link the file, so I put it here in my signature for people to know how MCreator functions. I thank jcm2606 (he's awesome) for creating the document/file and I'm just here to spread the word.
500+ huggles? U wot, m8?
Nope. In fact, it's one of my mods I'm fairly proud of, due to its simplicity. Whenever I'm asked what mods I made, I always mention this one.
The reason nothign happens in here is because the mod is finished. There is no more content to add and I'm not planning to move to 1.8 for now, so there is no need to do any work on it.
Oh, okay. Thought it was dead because it was not getting not as much attention as your other mods.
If I helped you in any way or agree in my ideas or posts, make sure you click that green arrow pointing up below my post or simply huggle me! I use 1.7.10 (Modded), so when I comment that I like a 1.8 mod, I will comment to downgrade to 1.7.10. I support no pics, no clicks. Suggestions that I think that are the best deserves a banner!
It is almost time to say goodbye to 1.7.10 because of the recent surge of big 1.9 mods.
Why MCreator sucks: jcm2606's file (doesn't open a new tab) He allows/welcomes anyone to link the file, so I put it here in my signature for people to know how MCreator functions. I thank jcm2606 (he's awesome) for creating the document/file and I'm just here to spread the word.
500+ huggles? U wot, m8?