Feather Pickaxe v1.4.1 — The Aerial Ace Update

This update revolutionizes aerial maneuverability by replacing the simple slow-fall with a dynamic, player-controlled gliding system, creating a seamless transition from powered flight to a skillful, guided descent.

New Core Mechanic: Controlled Auto-Glide

• Seamless Transition: Instead of simply falling when the 5-second flight ends, you now automatically enter a controlled glide. This also occurs if you unequip the pickaxe mid-flight.
• Elytra-Like Control: The new glide functions like an unpowered Elytra, giving you full directional control. Dive to gain speed and pull up to cover more horizontal distance, rewarding skillful piloting.
• New Glide Energy Resource: Gliding is powered by a new "Glide Energy" bar, providing approximately 8 seconds of glide time. Energy is visible on your action bar and recharges quickly while on the ground.

Integration with Explosive Landing

• Glide to Ground Slam: The signature explosive landing now triggers at the end of your glide. The entire descent is treated as a single, continuous fall for the purpose of the explosion.
• Total Fall Distance Calculation: The power of the crater and damage to mobs is now calculated based on the total vertical distance traveled from the moment your glide began to the point of impact, making high-altitude glides incredibly potent.
• Player Fall Damage Immunity: As before, you are completely immune to fall damage during the entire flight and glide sequence, encouraging high-risk, high-reward aerial plays.
• Out of Energy? Still Booms!: If you run out of Glide Energy midair, you will begin to fall normally. The ground slam will still trigger upon landing, with its power calculated from the height at which your glide failed.

Gameplay Enhancements & Fixes

• Improved Aerial Flow: The transition from powered flight to gliding is now instant and intuitive, turning the Feather Pickaxe into a true aerial mobility tool rather than just a flight activator.
• Enhanced Player Feedback: The on-screen action bar message now clearly displays your remaining Glide Energy, allowing for better resource management.
• Thematic Effects: A satisfying "swoosh" sound now plays at the start of your glide, accompanied by a gentle cloud particle trail that follows your path.

Summary

Version 1.4.1 transforms the Feather Pickaxe's descent into an engaging and skillful experience. By bridging the gap between flight and landing with a controllable glide, this update empowers players with unprecedented aerial freedom, making every flight a strategic opportunity for a spectacular, explosive finish.