Before 1.13, generated structure data would be stored in their own files, like Fortress.dat.

However,

This format is no longer used in 1.13. They are no longer separate files from chunks, and instead included in chunk files/format.

Where exactly are these chunk files?

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From what I remember, they decided to change the textures to deal with an inconsistent art style. The game and the team have both developed and changed a lot over time, but the textures haven't changed with it.

Inconsistent? How?

Okay here's another one

Least favorite: breaking a redstone contraption while it is under construction.

Favorite: when said redstone contraption finally works.

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Same reason block IDs were changed, makes easier for new players to become familiar with the game. Why should 0 be creative? Why not just creative? Why should cobblestone be 117? Why would I need to use a spreadsheet to get a desired item? Don't get me wrong, but its slower to type now? It's 1 extra button press - /gamemode c TAB

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I recently started playing again (with a server) and found that it was easy to pickup the commands using the creative and adventure gamerules instead of numbers that don't mean anything to me.

It is also possible to keep 0, 1, 2, 3 for more experienced players who are used to the numbers, and survival, creative, adventure, and spectator for new ones. It's not like block ID's, where you would have to memorize hundreds, with a potential for glitching (eg: you can obtain the fire block using block ID's back in 1.6, and craft chainmail armor using it). Whereas in gamemodes, it isn't very hard just to memorize 4 numbers.

I get that it is one extra button press, but it can make a difference when you need to switch gamemodes instantaneously, or risk dying. Also, when switching to survival or spectator, it can be two button presses.

Yes, I know that Mojang had to break all the commands to make room for more items, but what was the reason for removing the numerical arguments for /gamemode? It is simply much faster to type /gamemode 0 than /gamemode survival, even with the tabbing.

Necroposting is the number one most broken rule I see on any forum I've ever been on. So even though necro posting is against the rules, why isn't it listed anywhere?

I get that you could just communicate this rule via warnings, but what what you rather have- simply putting it in the rules document and let everyone know, or manually write a warning for everyone who doesn't know about this rule (plus, they will have a warning follow them around for the rest of eternity).

Speaking of which, what is the threshold for necroposting (the time that a thread has to remain inactive for any replies to be considered necroposting)?

One word: entertainment.

Around 200-500 something while using OptiFine while in unloaded chunks. Average: 20-30. Funny how you can't tell the difference between my average and highest if you were to experience it yourself.

Sounds like a cheap version of a Shulker Box.

No support

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. People are scared of change.

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Okay, I used /locate Fortress, and there's a fortress at 96 ~ 80, which is chunk (6, 0, 5). Is the fortress information supposed to be here?

I can't seem to find it. This is r.0.0.mca in [world]\DIM1\region.

DIM1 is the End; the Nether is stored in DIM-1 (looking back, it seems that BigAlanM erroneously said that the Nether is DIM1; an easy way to remember is that the Nether is below the Overworld while the End is above).

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About the Mod

The Lord of the Rings Mod is a huge expansion for Minecraft that aims to add the world of Middle-earth into the game. This will include content from J. R. R. Tolkien's most famous work, The Lord of the Rings, and from other related tales such as The Hobbit and The Silmarillion.

The mod has been in development since December 2012, with a great amount of planned features yet to come in the future. New updates are published frequently - usually every couple of months.

If you are interested in following the progress of the mod, go to our Facebook page, where we showcase new content for upcoming updates. You can also give feedback there, and submit suggestions. Please read the FAQ before submitting a suggestion!

The official wiki is the place to go if you want to learn about the mod and its contents, or find a server to play on. You can also post suggestions, bug reports, and discuss all sort of things on the wiki forums.

The main features in the mod so far are:

• A new Middle-earth dimension
• Over 100 new biomes, sub-biomes, and biome variants, each with their own unique structures and resources
• Biomes are generated in accordance with Tolkien's map of Middle-earth
• The mysterious, unexplored lands of Rhûn and Harad
• The ancient Pits of Utumno, a terrifying dungeon dimension full of Morgoth's evil creatures
• Hundreds of new blocks, weapons, armours, foods, and items
• People and races from the Lord of the Rings world
• An alignment system where your actions can improve or harm your reputation with many independent factions
• New gameplay elements dependent on the player's alignment: trading, unit hiring, and an expanded achievement system
• Randomly generated Mini-Quests, and the Red Book to record them
• A system of modifiers for customising and upgrading your weapons, tools, and armour
• Seamless multiplayer integration in all areas of the mod

And some of the main planned features still to come in future updates:

• Even more blocks, items, and factions from Middle-earth
• Larger, pre-written quests, ranging from minor 'side quests' to epic adventures
• New types of mini-quests
• Characters and places from the Lord of the Rings storyline
• More boss battles
• Ring-forging, siege weapons, and a 'redstone alternative' for Middle-earth
• Other realms... The Undying Lands? First Age Beleriand? Númenor?

For a more in-depth and comprehensive summary of the mod's features, please see this Mod Overview article on the mod's wiki. Also check out the Middle-earth Gameplay Guide, and the Building Tips page if you are so inclined.

(There are, besides those linked above, many other useful guides and articles on the wiki which I have not listed here - go and have a look!)

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Downloads

Download the current version: Update 34.3 for Minecraft 1.7.10

Requires Minecraft Forge version 1558 or higher.

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Warning: If you are running the mod on a Cauldron (MCPC+) server, you may experience unexpected bugs, crashes or other failures that are not this mod's fault. Please see here for an explanation of why it is not this mod's fault, and why I cannot really do anything to fix it.

Installation

Watch Mind of Mike's beginners' guide on how to install the LOTR mod. (New in 2018)

For more guides and information, including how to install the mod on servers: see the Help section on the mod's wiki.

Downloads for older versions:

(Warning: Older versions may contain old bugs which have since been fixed. Use at your own risk.)

These can be found at the updates page on the wiki.

NEI Plugin

The Ranger Malvegil is developing a plugin for Not Enough Items (NEI) for use with the Lord of the Rings Mod, that shows crafting recipes on Middle-earth tables, barrel brewing recipes, and other recipes from the mod. Thanks, Malvegil!

You can find the forum thread for this plugin here, with downloads and information.

Note that this plugin is not affiliated with the LOTR mod: you should report any problems, crashes, etc. to them, not to us.

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Do you want to break every single parkour map?

You move faster but it drains your hunger like crazy. Any extended period of time sprint jumping makes you incapable of regaining health naturally.

It's balanced I think.

the addition of coloured blocks, as with rich intense colour is a feature I desire and not a death knell. For me - a builder - I enjoy having a greater pallet. I admit I would much desire stairs and slabs in all the available blocks so I have greater command of detail.

The New coloured blocks are virtually flawless. They do not have the texture of wool, or the muted earth tones that clay has - yes clay is also useful to me.

The addition of Parrots is not a Death Knell for me. Parrots add ambiance to the game - I am also one of those who roots for more fish in the sea and whatnot, however I can landscape my coastlines where needed when needed. Parrots look great on the ships I build. Yes, as mentioned for the pirates around, parrots are a fantastic detail.

I can see how fighters would perhaps see this as a death knell - however if they wait to see what map makers create for them to play - they may change their tune.

But as a builder: These bright colourful blocks ATTRACT me as opposed to repel. Its a breath of beautiful life.

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I don't know. I don't have a problem with it. Some people will just do anything to avoid things they perceive as "childish."

Yep. It's amusing when kids go out of their way to avoid things they perceive as "childish" and adults like myself don't care one bit and embrace it. In fact, I tend to avoid "adult" things because that often just means it will be filled with cursing, drugs, extreme violence... pretty much what a 10-year-old boy views as being "adult."