Simply Swords Mod (1.21.1) – Weapon Progression And Combat Styles

Simply Swords is a weapon expansion mod that adds 14 unique weapon types — including spears, glaives, chakrams, katanas, greathammers, greataxes, rapiers, twinblades, and more — to Minecraft, available for Fabric, Forge, and NeoForge.

Vanilla Minecraft gives you exactly one real melee weapon: the sword. Sure, axes deal decent damage, but every fight boils down to the same click-and-swing rhythm regardless of what you hold. Simply Swords fixes this by introducing 14 completely different weapon categories, each with its own reach, speed, and attack style. With over 6.7 million downloads since its 2022 release, it has become one of the most popular weapon mods in the Minecraft modding community. Created by Chronos_Sacaria, the mod continues to receive active updates — the latest arriving in March 2026 — and integrates with other popular mods like Mythic Metals and Gobber to push total weapon count past 200.

Key Features of Simply Swords

• 14 Unique Weapon Variants — Each weapon type plays differently, from the sweeping arc of a greataxe to the rapid strikes of a twinblade or the ranged utility of throwable chakrams. This means you actually choose weapons based on the combat situation rather than just picking whichever has the highest damage number. When paired with Better Combat, each variant gets its own attack animation, making fights feel genuinely varied.
• Unique Loot Weapons with Special Abilities — Throughout your adventures, any chest you open has a chance to contain a unique weapon with powerful abilities that cannot be crafted. This creates an exciting loot-hunt dynamic similar to action RPGs, giving players a real reason to explore dungeons, temples, and strongholds beyond the usual vanilla rewards.
• Mythic Metals & Gobber Integration — Simply Swords provides built-in support for Mythic Metals and Gobber, expanding the weapon pool to over 200 individual items. If you already run these material mods, Simply Swords automatically adds weapon variants for each new material type, so your modpack feels cohesive rather than fragmented.
• Better Combat Compatibility — While not required, pairing Simply Swords with Better Combat unlocks unique attack animations for every weapon type. Katanas get fast slashing motions, greathammers deliver satisfying overhead swings, and chakrams spin through the air. It transforms combat from a mechanical exercise into something visually engaging.
• In-Game Documentation via Patchouli — With the recommended Patchouli mod installed, Simply Swords provides a built-in guidebook explaining every weapon type, crafting recipe, and unique ability. You do not need to alt-tab to a wiki — everything is accessible from your inventory, which is especially helpful given the sheer number of weapons available.
• LevelZ Support — For modpack creators or players using RPG progression systems, Simply Swords integrates with LevelZ. This means weapon types can be gated behind skill levels, turning the weapon variety into a proper progression system where you unlock new combat styles as your character grows.
• Multi-Loader Support — The mod runs on Fabric, Forge, and NeoForge through the Architectury framework, so it fits into virtually any modpack regardless of which loader you prefer. This broad compatibility is a major reason for its widespread adoption.

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How to Install Simply Swords

1. Install your preferred mod loader: Fabric, Forge, or NeoForge. For Minecraft 1.21.1, Fabric and NeoForge are supported; for 1.20.1 and earlier, Fabric and Forge are available.
2. Download and install Architectury API for your loader and Minecraft version — this is a required dependency that Simply Swords will not run without.
3. Download the correct Simply Swords file matching your Minecraft version and mod loader from the official download sources.
4. Place the Simply Swords .jar file into your .minecraft/mods folder. If running a server, add it to the server's mods folder as well — the mod is required on both client and server.
5. Optionally, install Better Combat for unique weapon animations and Patchouli for in-game documentation to get the full experience.

Requirements & Compatibility

What's New

• Fixed a crash that occurred when opening OracleIndex from weapon tooltips.
• Resolved an incompatibility with Excavated Variants that could cause issues in modpacks using both mods.
• Added Simply Tooltips as a dependency for improved tooltip display.

Pros and Cons

Alternatives to Simply Swords

• MC Dungeons Weapons — Adds weapon types inspired by Minecraft Dungeons, offering a different aesthetic and moveset for players who prefer the Dungeons art style over medieval fantasy.
• Epic Fight Mod — Overhauls the entire combat system with 3D animations and combo mechanics, ideal for players who want a deeper combat rework rather than just more weapon variety.
• Better Combat — While not a weapon mod itself, Better Combat is the perfect companion that adds directional attacks and weapon-specific animations, and is highly recommended alongside Simply Swords.

Download Simply Swords

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simply Swords compatible with Minecraft 1.21.1?

Yes — Simply Swords supports Minecraft 1.21.1 on both Fabric and NeoForge. Make sure you also install the matching version of Architectury API for your loader. Forge is not available for 1.21.1; use NeoForge instead if you prefer the Forge ecosystem.

Do I need Better Combat to use Simply Swords?

No — Better Combat is recommended but not required. Simply Swords works perfectly fine on its own, and all 14 weapon types function without it. However, installing Better Combat adds unique attack animations for each weapon variant, which significantly improves the visual experience during combat.

Can I use Simply Swords on a multiplayer server?

Yes — Simply Swords works in multiplayer, but it must be installed on both the client and the server. All players connecting to the server also need the mod and its Architectury dependency installed. The unique loot weapons will spawn in naturally generated chests across the world.

How do I get unique weapons in Simply Swords?

Unique weapons are found as random loot in chests throughout the world — they cannot be crafted. Explore dungeons, temples, mineshafts, and other generated structures for a chance to find these special items. Each unique weapon comes with a powerful ability that sets it apart from standard crafted weapons.

Does Simply Swords work with Mythic Metals?

Yes — Simply Swords has built-in support for Mythic Metals. When both mods are installed together, Simply Swords automatically generates weapon variants for Mythic Metals materials, pushing the total weapon count to over 200 individual items. The same integration applies to Gobber as well.

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