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Minecraft: Java Edition
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Simply Swords and Shields 🗡️🛡️
A focused combat modpack for players who crave satisfying melee battles, tactical swordplay, and powerful shields.
Simply Swords and Shields revamps Minecraft’s melee system into a skill-based experience. Featuring fluid combat animations, parrying mechanics, custom weapon types, and intelligent enemies, this pack transforms sword fighting into an artform.
🔥 Highlights
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🗡️ Unique Weapon Types Katanas, longswords, scythes, rapiers, cleavers, and more—each with custom reach, speed, and combos.
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🛡️ Shield Variety and Mechanics Use bucklers, tower shields, and knight gear with advanced parry/block systems.
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⚔️ Better Combat System Powered by mods like Better Combat, enjoy fluid animations, hit timing, and dual wielding.
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🧠 Smarter Mobs & Bosses Fight enemies that dodge, block, and attack tactically—plus custom dungeon bosses.
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🎯 RPG-Style Progression Gain skill perks, enchant swords with effects like Bleed or Flame Slash, and grow stronger with every battle.
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🧱 Lightweight & Focused No bulky tech or magic systems—just clean, optimized sword-and-shield action.
💭 Why Play?
If you love games like Chivalry, Dark Souls, or Elden Ring—and want that same thrilling feeling of melee mastery in Minecraft—Simply Swords and Shields is made for you.
✅ Requirements
- Mod Loader: Fabric
- Required APIs: Fabric API, Cloth Config, Mod Menu (included)
- Compatible with: Singleplayer & Multiplayer
Get ready to draw your blade, raise your shield, and prove your strength in every duel. No spells. No machines. Just skill.