Compatibility
Minecraft: Java Edition
Platforms
Supported environments
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Details
Player Tracker Compass Mod
Description
The Player Tracker Compass Mod is a Minecraft Fabric mod that adds a special compass item that allows players to track the location of up to two designated target players. The mod is designed for server administrators and provides a powerful tool for tracking player movements in multiplayer environments. Key features include:
- Custom tracking compass item that points to the nearest tracked player
- Support for tracking up to two players simultaneously
- Automatic compass updates every 10 seconds
- Prevention of tracked players receiving compasses
- Command-based system for managing tracking
- Visual feedback through compass naming and colors
- Dimension-aware tracking (only tracks players in the same dimension)
The tracking compass has a magical glint effect and is fireproof, making it a durable tracking tool. The mod requires operator permissions (level 4) to use tracking commands, ensuring controlled access to tracking features.
Usage
Installation
- Ensure you have Fabric Loader and Fabric API installed on your Minecraft server
- Place the mod JAR file in your server's
mods
folder - Start the server to load the mod
Features and Commands
Tracking Compass Item
- All non-tracked players automatically receive a tracking compass upon joining or respawning
- The compass appears in the player's inventory with a magical glint effect
- Tracked players are prevented from receiving tracking compasses
- The compass automatically updates every 10 seconds to point to the nearest tracked player
- Right-clicking the compass updates its tracking target to the nearest valid tracked player
Commands
All commands require operator permission level 4 to execute.
- Start Tracking a Player
/trackercompass <player>
- Adds the specified player to the tracking list (maximum 2 players)
- Removes any tracking compasses from the tracked player's inventory
- Updates all other players' compasses to track the nearest target
- Displays feedback showing the number of currently tracked players (e.g., "Now tracking player: PlayerName (1/2 targets)")
- Fails if trying to track more than 2 players
- Stop Tracking
/trackercompass stop
- Clears all tracking targets
- Resets all tracking compasses to their default state
- Removes tracking data from all players
- Displays "Stopped tracking" feedback
Compass Behavior
- Points to the nearest tracked player in the same dimension
- Shows "Tracking: PlayerName" in the item name when tracking a player
- Displays "No valid targets" if no tracked players are in the same dimension
- Updates automatically every 10 seconds
- Can be manually updated by right-clicking
- Shows appropriate messages when:
- No targets are set ("Use /trackercompass to set a target first")
- No valid targets in current dimension ("No valid targets in your dimension")
Notes
- Tracked players cannot receive tracking compasses through any means (joining, respawning, or manual giving)
- The compass only tracks players in the same dimension as the holder
- The mod uses server-side processing and is compatible with vanilla clients
- All tracking data is cleared when tracking is stopped
- The mod uses color-coded messages for better visibility:
- Red for errors and stopping tracking
- Yellow for information messages
- Light red for tracking confirmation
- Alternate white for compass names
Technical Details
- Mod ID:
playertrackercompass
- Item ID:
playertrackercompass:tracking_compass
- Uses Polymer API for item rendering
- Implements server-side tick events for updates
- Handles player join and respawn events
- Uses Minecraft's command system for control
This mod is ideal for server administrators running manhunt-style games or needing to monitor specific player movements while maintaining game balance through permission controls and tracking limitations.
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