Tracking down rare Pokémon in Cobblemon can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack, especially when you're sprinting through biomes and missing spawns left and right. Cobblemon Spawn Alerts Mod solves that problem by sending a chat message the moment a configured Pokémon appears nearby — no more squinting at name tags while you explore. With a straightforward JSON config file, you can build your own watchlist and customize how each alert looks using Ember's Text API markup.
Key Features
- Custom Pokémon Watchlist — Add any Pokémon to an easy-to-edit JSON config file and receive a chat alert the instant it spawns near you.
- Per-Pokémon Alert Customization — Configure unique alert behavior and formatting for each Pokémon individually, so legendary spawns can stand out from common ones.
- Uncaught & Unregistered Detection — Get notified when a Pokémon you haven't caught yet or one that isn't on your list spawns nearby, helping you complete your Pokédex faster.
- Ember Text API Formatting — Style your alert messages with colors, bold text, and other markup options through Ember's Text API integration.
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How to Install
- Install Fabric Loader or NeoForge for Minecraft 1.21.1 or 1.21.
- Download and place Fabric API (Fabric users) or confirm NeoForge is set up correctly.
- Install the required dependencies: Cobblemon Mod and Embers Text API Mod.
- Drop the Cobblemon Spawn Alerts .jar file into your
modsfolder and launch the game. - Edit the generated JSON config file in your config folder to add Pokémon and customize alerts.
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Mod Loader | Fabric or NeoForge |
| Dependencies | Fabric API (for Fabric), Cobblemon Mod, Embers Text API Mod |
| Minecraft Version | 1.21.1, 1.21 |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Highly configurable — each Pokémon can have its own alert rules and message style
- Supports both Fabric and NeoForge, covering the two most popular mod loaders
- Alerts for uncaught and unregistered Pokémon help with Pokédex completion
- JSON-based config is easy to share and back up between installations
Cons
- Requires Embers Text API as an extra dependency for message formatting
- Configuration is done through manual JSON editing — no in-game GUI mentioned
- Only useful alongside Cobblemon; no standalone functionality
Download
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FAQ
Can Cobblemon Spawn Alerts notify me about Pokémon I haven't caught yet?
Yes. The mod can alert you when an uncaught Pokémon spawns nearby, making it a useful tool for completing your Pokédex without manually scanning every encounter.
Do I need to list every Pokémon in the config file?
No. You only need to add the specific Pokémon you want alerts for. The mod also has an option to alert you when any unregistered Pokémon — one not in your config — spawns nearby.
Does Cobblemon Spawn Alerts work with both Fabric and NeoForge?
Yes, the mod supports both Fabric and NeoForge for Minecraft 1.21.1 and 1.21. Make sure you install the correct version for your mod loader along with the required dependencies.
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