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Ruins of the Past

Ruins of the Past

Datapack which overhauls archeology, pottery, and adds runes!

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Compatibility

Minecraft: Java Edition

1.21.5

Platforms

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Links

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Creators

2-Bit Creations
2-Bit Creations Organization

Details

Licensed MIT
Published 4 weeks ago
Updated 3 weeks ago

PLEASE READ DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

How To Download

Data Pack:

  1. Click the latest Datapack version.
  2. Scroll down and Download the Primary file.
  3. If you want to create a World, go to Singleplayer > Create New World > Data Packs > Open Pack Folder. (It is not recommended to put it in an already existing world!)
  4. Copy/Cut and Paste the downloaded file there.
  5. Open/Create your world.
  6. Note: You need to also install the Required Resource Pack.

Required Resource Pack:

  1. Click the Datapack featured version.
  2. Scroll down and Download the Required Resource Pack.
  3. Open Minecraft and go to Options > Resource Packs > Open Pack Folder.
  4. Copy/Cut and Paste the downloaded file there.
  5. Activate the Resource Pack. (you can reload the resources with f3+t ingame)

See image below for reference

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Explore Forgotten Structures

This datapack adds 3 mysterious structures scattered across your world:

  • Mayan Temple – Jungle pyramid with traps and loot
  • The Crypt – An underground tomb (new pottery sherds!)
  • Desert Dig Site – Archaeological site (discover ancient tablets!)

Craft & Discover New Blocks

Introduce new mechanics and utilities into your world with 5 functional blocks:

  • Pedestal – Display items (dyeable)
  • Runestone – Decorative Block
  • Research Workbench – Analyze ancient tablets to discover runes or Structure maps
  • Pottery Wheel – Craft brand new Pottery
  • Runic Altar – Imbue items with runes using XP

Advanced Pottery System

Create pots with form and function using dynamic upgrades and vibrant color:

  • 6 Base Pot Types: Thin, Small, Square, Large, Vase, and Slab
  • Dye system with 32 colors
  • Pots support sherds on all 4 sides
  • Bunch of brand new sherds to collect and decorate with
  • Pots crafted using bundles, reinforced bundles, Eye of Ender, TNT, etc.
Cool / Semi Secret Advancement

Stack a dyed Pedestal on top of itself 4 times to unlock a cool advancement.

Rune Crafting & Tablet Research

Research and Apply Runes:

  • Ancient Tablets can be researched to unlock runes or reveal maps to additional structures
  • Use the Runic Altar to apply runes to items (1 rune per item, permanent effect)
  • XP is consumed through the transcriber system (subject to changes)

The Transcriber is still being actively reworked and will receive updated mechanics in future versions.

Notes

  • This datapack is in active development. Expect changes to systems like XP storage or rune application.
  • Always back up your saves before updating versions.

anyways have fun

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