Upgrade Templates

⚒️ Upgrade Templates

Upgrade Templates expands Minecraft’s smithing progression by bridging the gap between gear tiers[cite: 1, 2]! Upgrade your equipment step-by-step from Gold to Iron, and from Iron to Diamond using brand-new, vanilla-friendly Smithing Templates[cite: 1, 2].

📌 Requirements & Compatibility

• Minecraft Version: 1.21.1 (1.21.x)
• Mod Loader: Fabric
• Dependencies: [Fabric API](https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/fabric-api) (Required)

🗺️ World Loot & Exploration

Templates cannot be crafted from scratch — they must be discovered through exploration, just like vanilla Netherite templates[cite: 1, 2]!

🛡️ Iron Upgrade Template

• Usage: Applied exclusively to Copper and Gold gear to upgrade them into Iron[cite: 1, 2].
• Where to Find: Has a 15% chance to generate in loot chests across all Overworld structures (excluding Ruined Portals)[cite: 1, 2].

💎 Diamond Upgrade Template

• Usage: Applied exclusively to Iron gear to upgrade it into Diamond[cite: 1, 2].
• High-Tier Structures (35% Drop Chance):
    Ancient Cities[cite: 1, 2]
    End Strongholds[cite: 1, 2]
    Trial Chambers[cite: 1, 2]
    Woodland Mansions[cite: 1, 2]
• Mid-Tier Structures (20% Drop Chance):
    Shipwrecks[cite: 1, 2]
    Desert Pyramids[cite: 1, 2]
    Buried Treasure[cite: 1, 2]

🔨 Duplication & Crafting

Once you find a template, you can duplicate it on a crafting table using specialized recipes tailored to each tier!

🛡️ Iron Upgrade Template Duplication

• Top Row: Iron Ingot | Iron Nugget | Iron Ingot
• Middle Row: Iron Nugget | Iron Upgrade Template | Iron Nugget
• Bottom Row: Iron Ingot | Iron Nugget | Iron Ingot

💎 Diamond Upgrade Template Duplication

• Top Row: Diamond | Lapis Lazuli | Diamond
• Middle Row: Lapis Lazuli | Diamond Upgrade Template | Lapis Lazuli
• Bottom Row: Diamond | Lapis Lazuli | Diamond

⚙️ How to Upgrade Gear

1. Open a Smithing Table.
2. Place your Upgrade Template in the first slot.
3. Place your Base Gear (Copper/Gold for Iron, or Iron for Diamond) in the second slot.
4. Place the Ingot/Gem (Iron Ingot or Diamond) in the third slot.
5. Collect your upgraded equipment!

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I include this mod in my modpack?
A: Yes! Feel free to include Upgrade Templates in any public or private modpack.

Q: Does it work with modded tools or armor?
A: The templates support all standard vanilla equipment types. Custom modded items tagged properly within vanilla tool tags will also work seamlessly.

Q: Will there be a Forge or NeoForge port?
A: Currently, the mod is developed specifically for Fabric (1.21.1). Ports to other loaders may be considered in future releases.

Designed with a “Material-to-Material” visual philosophy for a seamless Vanilla+ experience.