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๐ก๏ธ VkSpearSmp
VkSpearSmp is a fully featured PvP progression plugin built around Minecraftโs modern spear combat system, designed specifically for Paper servers running 1.21.11 and newer. The plugin replaces traditional weapon progression with a skill-based, kill-driven spear system, encouraging fast-paced combat, player movement mastery, and fair progression.
Instead of crafting stronger weapons, players must earn their power through combat. Every player starts with a basic wooden spear, and only valid spear kills count toward progression. As players secure kills, their spear becomes stronger, gains enchantments automatically, and eventually upgrades into higher tiers โ all without manual crafting or repairs.
๐ฅ Core Gameplay Mechanics
VkSpearSmp introduces a kill-based upgrade system where each confirmed spear kill increases the spearโs effectiveness. Every kill adds sharpness to the spear (up to a configurable limit), and once the required number of kills is reached, the spear upgrades to the next tier:
Wooden โ Stone โ Iron โ Diamond โ Netherite
When a spear upgrades:
- The kill counter resets cleanly
- Sharpness resets for balanced progression
- The spear transforms into its new tier automatically
- Upgrade particle effects are played for visual feedback
Higher tiers unlock additional mechanics, such as Lunge enchantments, making combat more aggressive and rewarding for skilled players.
โ๏ธ Advanced Spear Combat
Combat in VkSpearSmp is designed to feel powerful and momentum-based. Spear damage scales with player speed, meaning faster movement results in higher damage. This rewards smart positioning, sprinting, and timing rather than simple click-spamming.
Server owners can optionally enable high-impact or one-shot potential, making spear combat deadly when executed correctly, while still remaining configurable and balanced.
All spears are:
- Unbreakable
- Non-craftable
- Non-enchantable by players
- Automatically enchanted only through progression
This ensures full control over balance and prevents exploits.
๐ Player Progression & Stats
Each player has their own spear progression and statistics. Kills are only counted if the final blow was delivered using a spear, ensuring fair and accurate tracking. Admins can view, reset, or modify player progress using built-in commands.
The system is designed to be:
- Per-player
- Persistent
- Exploit-resistant
๐ ๏ธ Admin Control & Configuration
VkSpearSmp includes a complete set of permission-based admin commands, allowing server staff to manage spears and progression easily:
/spear helpโ View all available commands/spear give <player> <tier> [kills]โ Give a spear of any tier/spear reset <player>โ Reset a playerโs spear/spear stats <player>โ View player spear stats/spear reloadโ Reload the configuration
Everything is fully configurable via config.yml, including:
- Kill requirements per tier
- Damage scaling
- One-shot behavior
- Upgrade effects
- Enchantment levels
- Permissions
๐งฉ Compatibility & Performance
- Minecraft Version: 1.21.11+
- Server Software: Paper
- Performance: Lightweight and optimized
- No external dependencies
VkSpearSmp is designed to be stable, efficient, and suitable for long-running SMP servers without impacting performance.
๐ฏ Ideal Use Cases
VkSpearSmp is perfect for:
- Competitive SMP servers
- PvP-focused survival worlds
- Custom progression game modes
- Events, challenges, and tournaments
- Servers looking for fresh combat mechanics


