Totem of Substitution

Overview

The Substitute Totem adds a new totem item to the game. This totem can transfer fatal damage to other creatures, protecting the holder from death.

Functions

• Substitute Effect: When the player takes fatal damage, the totem transfers the damage to nearby creatures or a bound target.
• Target Binding: Bind a substitute target by attacking a specific creature.
• Range Effect: Searches for substitute targets within a 10-block radius (expanded to 20 blocks during boss battles).

Obtaining

• Cure a Vindicator using a Totem of Undying to convert it into an Allay; a Substitute Totem will be obtained after curing.
• Loot generated in Pillager Outpost chests.

Special Mechanics

• Does not work on Iron Golems and Snow Golems (they have no souls).
• The search range automatically expands during boss battles.
• Triggers visual effects similar to the Totem of Undying when activated.
• Only activates and is consumed upon receiving fatal damage.

Notes

• The totem only takes effect when held in the main hand or offhand.
• One totem is consumed upon use.
• Only works if a valid substitute target is available.
• The first-person animation for the Substitute Totem uses that of the Totem of Undying, as I am unable to create custom animation frames.

Advancements

• The Path of Substitution: Obtain and use the Substitute Totem.
• Ultimate Substitution: Bind the Ender Dragon and the Wither using the Substitute Totem.
• Power of Substitution: Transfer more than 15 points of damage with the Substitute Totem.
• Saving Lives: Save other players using the Substitute Totem.