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I have done extensive testing and this is a alpha release for some changes to world gen and more mods but needs more playtesting if you want to help join our disord https://discord.gg/6PC8UvFYSw mods with version changes (v1.3.6.3 → v1.3.6.4): • Fabric loader update from 0.18.4 0.18.5 • Bookshelf: 20.2.13 → 20.2.15 • Create Optical Fabric: 0.3.1-fabric → 0.3.1-fabric-patched • Create Photomovement: MC1201-0.2.0 → MC1201-0.3.1 • ExtraSounds Next: 1.4 → 1.5.4+1.20.1-fabric • Not Enough Animations: 1.11.2 → 1.12.0 • Simple Voice Chat: fabric-1.20.1-2.6.11 → fabric-1.20.1-2.6.13 • TaCZ: Refabricated: 1.20.1-0.4.0-forge1.1.7-hotfix → 1.20.1-0.5.0-forge1.1.7-hotfix2 • bossandrises: readded • deeperdarker disabled for a test replacement mod

more testing being done

very stable gameplay and fixed more gameplay and improvements added EnchantmentDescriptions yo_hooks minecells currently disabled (for future testing) sophisticatedstorage for more compatible gameplay with sophisticatedbackpacks notenoughanimations updated particle_core to 0.3.3+1.20.1 added Craftify for in game music integration to display what the clients music is playing in game and added https://modrinth.com/mod/thermal-dynamics for more unique gameplay

fixed some weird chunk errors with boss and rises and other mods (aka disabled for the time being) removed Crysis Hammers caused crashes add more quality of life changes to rendering and sounds/music yes I reuploaded it

N/A Removed a lot of mods ill update this soon, ya it took me 2 weeks lmao. Anyways *warning I did make a lot!!!! of changes like strucures, this is a warning DO NOT use CURRENT WORLD* Runs at least 50% faster than 1.3.5.8 amd from a low 5 gbs of ram to high 14 gbs, reduced to low 3 to high 8gbs More changes are a new hud (starhud),updated mods and did more testing with world loading which is 50% faster (sick rn :) 1/31/26)

just updated mods and added all the where the wood goes, and disabled client mods Loot Journal Loot Beams: Relooted! sounds be gone, feel free to use if you don't like some sounds added a fabric only loading window when starting game so you know that it's loading Server Modpack (https://modrinth.com/modpack/nova-exploration-server-pack/version/v1.3.5.8)  **NOVA Exploration**

just updated mods and added all the where the wood goes, and disabled client mods Loot Journal Loot Beams: Relooted!  **NOVA Exploration**

## Updated for the server pack launch soon!!!! disabled sculk decor https://modrinth.com/modpack/nova-exploration-server-pack/version/v1.3.5.7.1

### N/A added fast quit and in game tool tips and updated mods. ## When going into the end, multiple mods were conflicting and caused your client to crash it. It should be fixed. If not, please report it. if there's any issues please report https://discord.gg/6PC8UvFYSw

### N/A added fast quit and in game tool tips and updated mods ## When going into the end, multiple mods were conflicting and caused your client to crash it. It should be fixed. If not, please report it. if there's any issues please report https://discord.gg/6PC8UvFYSw

more testing

more testing done

matching as many mods with forge and fabric packs game fixes

matching a many mods with forge and fabric packs games fixes

needs lots of testing but making it simlar to the fabric version

added female gender mod and updated mods

Lots of world gen fixes and removed some. Needs further testing (if you use a old world use with caution this might break it) Big improvement fixed some keybinds

N/A More testing with the horde and disabling alex mobs,Create: Structures Arise, added https://modrinth.com/mod/end-reborn for better gameplay for players in the end Huge thanks to this mod for making this modpack happen https://modrinth.com/mod/sculk-horde (notes: astra space mod works and tinkers construct works (DO NOT SEARCH IT IN CREATIVE SEARCH MENU it crashes your game) But it fully works in survival) Also now beds do not give you a spawn point when you sleep, but Respawn Obelisks just make sure you charge them or if you die you will lose a heart. (they spawn around the world) more fixes with early game (needs more testing) Progression Reborn mod updated loader version from 0.18.0 to 0.18.4 One more thing if you want to help with this project please join the discord we would love to have you help with the modpack. Just make a ticket and we will galdly be with you soon. -TAV President of NovaHostingLLC

(notes: astra space mod works and tinkers construct works (DO NOT SEARCH IT IN CREATIVE SEARCH MENU it crashes your game) But it fully works in survival) - Also now beds do not give you a spawn point when you sleep, but Respawn Obelisks just make sure you charge them or if you die you will lose a heart. (they spawn around the world) - added messages when you load up a world - New sleeping bags (I forgot to add) - Removed some create mods that wasn't needed - added whatsmylag for easier testing - more fixes with early game (needs more testing) Progression Reborn mod - updated loader version from 0.18.0 to 0.18.4 One more thing if you want to help with this project please join the discord we would love to have you help with the modpack. Just make a ticket and we will galdly be with you soon. -TAV President of NovaHostingLLC

NOVA Exploration (Fabric) 1.3.4.5 JOIN the DISOCRD https://discord.gg/TnCY9dURBm added more create stuff and more emi impovements. more structures spawn in the world and in the nether, end fixed. decrease the amount of point point blank structures spawn in villages by half. added create structures that spawn in the world, removed the create villages as a hopeful replacement. One more thing if you want to help with this project please join the discord we would love to have you help with the modpack. Just make a ticket and we will galdly be with you soon. -TAV President of NovaHostingLLC

NOVA Exploration (Fabric) 1.3.4.4 JOIN the DISOCRD https://discord.gg/TnCY9dURBm > ****Added more spice to the world and fixed structures from spawning more times than need be. And fixed gun mod with a replacement mod "Point Blank". Disabled MCA teleport for now till I can get it fixed :). Better end and Nether have been enhanced for a fun player experience.**** One more thing if you want to help with this project please join the discord we would love to have you help with the modpack. Just make a ticket and we will galdly be with you soon. -TAV President of NovaHostingLLC

N/A (I have not finished this yet comeback at a later time to see if I changed this) NOVA Exploration (Fabric) 1.3.4.3 JOIN the DISOCRD

# Fixed Village fps dips and disabled Luki's Grand Capitals But sometimes you can spawn under the ground using Minecraft Comes Alive mod but it's rare (still trying to fix and fix when you change to windowed or windowless mode while using shaders) NOVA Exploration (Fabric) 1.3.4.2

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### I have been working on this for about 3 weeks straight. Please go check out our discord and give us feedback. This is a better version and all settings and keybinds have not been set yet and etc. (there has been a lot of changes, so if your using a older version this could break!) - (This is fully playable and we love feedback!!!) - Fixed world gen and overall lag, added comes alive and a lot more!!! > NOVA Exploration 1.4 is coming out soon we are actively working on it!!! Join the discord we love feed back!!! https://discord.gg/6PC8UvFYSw

## Nova Exploration v1.3.2 **Date:** 11/07/2025 **Minecraft:** 1.20.1 (Forge) **Status:** Stable beta — worldgen retained, performance tuned ### Overview Performance-focused refresh with new encounters and AI/pathing optimizations. Worldgen remains consistent with 1.3.1 while reducing stutter during heavy fights and large structures. --- ### 🆕 Added * **Ancient Golems** `1.1.6.1` — new structure/combat encounters. * **AI Improvements** `0.5.2` — lowers mob CPU cost and tick overhead. * **Create: Cataclysm** `0.1.0` — bridges **Create** with **L_Ender’s Cataclysm** for late-game tech. ### 🔄 Updated / Changed * **Tectonic** `3.0.16 → 3.0.17` — terrain patching & compat tweaks. * **Create: Let The Adventure Begin** `3.4.0 → 3.4.1` — smoother Create progression. * Retained & verified core stack: **Create 6.0.8**, **Slice & Dice 3.6.0**, **Create Crafts & Additions 1.3.1**, **Create Compatible Storage 2.8.1**, **ModernFix 5.25.0**, **Embeddium 0.3.31**, **Chloride 1.7.2**, **FerriteCore 6.0.1**, **Entity Culling 1.9.3**, **Noisium 2.3.0**, **ImmediatelyFast 1.5.2**, **GPUBooster 1.0.5.1**, **JEI 15.20.0.118**. ### 🗑️ Removed (vs 1.3.1) * **William Wythers’ Expanded Ecosphere** `3.2.4` — reduced overlap with Terralith/Tectonic/Diversity. * **Subtle Effects** `1.13.1` — cut to prevent client stutter in boss arenas. * **Early Game Additions** `1.0.0` — redundant with CLTAB/early Create path. --- ### 🧩 Fixes & Tuning * Lowered mid-fight frame dips via **AI Improvements** and spawn/pathing caps. * Smoothed structure spacing to avoid multi-pack overlaps (Tectonic ↔ YUNG’s/Diversity). * Minor Create recipe passes and **Create: Cataclysm** integration. * Weather/tornado features retained and re-verified against perf stack. --- ### 🔔 Feature Toggle (Info) * **Wither Storm auto-spawn remains disabled by default.** To enable: **Menu → Mods → “witherstorm” → Client Options → Auto Spawn → set → Save**. --- ### ✅ Still Included (highlights from 1.3.1) * **Worldgen:** Terralith 2.5.4, Diversity 2.5.4, Lithostitched 1.4.11, Formations (+Overworld/Nether), Amplified Nether 1.2.11, YUNG’s API/Bridges/Mineshafts/Better Strongholds/End Island. * **Boss/Combat:** L_Ender’s Cataclysm 3.16, Mowzie’s Mobs 1.7.3, Mowzie’s Cataclysm 1.2.0, Bosses’ Rise 1.0.9.2b, Sons of Sins 2.1.9, Mutant Monsters v8.0.7, Mutants Plus 1.0.0. * **QoL/Utility:** Accessories beta48, Curios 5.14.1, Elytra Slot 6.4.4, Sophisticated Core/Backpacks/Storage, Polymorph, RightClickHarvest, Controlling, Mouse Tweaks, SecurityCraft, Comforts, Chat Heads, Pick Up Notifier. * **Audio/Visual:** MAtmos 7.1, ExtraSounds Next 1.4, Sound Physics Remastered 1.5.1, shader bundle (BSL/Complementary/Photon) disabled by default. --- ### 🧠 Requirements * **Forge 1.20.1**, **6–10 GB RAM** (8 GB recommended). * Shaders optional; BSL / Complementary verified.

## Nova Exploration v1.3.1 Beta **Date:** 11/06/2025 **Minecraft:** 1.20.1 (Forge) **Status:** Early beta, very stable — **worldgen fixed** ### Overview This update refines the exploration experience, expands structure variety, and stabilizes performance with updated dependencies and internal libraries. Decorative, combat, and utility mods were upgraded or newly embedded to improve compatibility and visual polish. --- ### ⚙️ Core Framework Updates - Updated **Forge 1.20.1** dependency base; synchronized library mods to latest stable revisions. - Integrated **Architectury 9.2.14**, **Cloth Config 11.1.136**, **Moonlight 2.16.16**, **SuperMartijn642 Core/Config Libs**, **Resourceful Lib 2.1.29**. - Added **Better World Loading 1.0** and **Immersive Optimization 0.1.0** for faster startup and smoother terrain loading. - Confirmed compatibility with **ModernFix 5.25.0**, **Embeddium 0.3.31**, **Chloride v1.7.2 (Embeddium++)**. --- ### 🏗️ World Generation & Structures - Refreshed: **Terralith 2.5.4**, **Tectonic 3.0.16**, **William Wythers’ Expanded Ecosphere 3.2.4**. - Added/Updated: - **YUNG’s**: **API 4.0.6**, **Bridges 4.0.3**, **Mineshafts 4.0.4**, **Strongholds 4.0.3**, **End Island 2.0.6** - **Eternal Battletowers 0.6.0**, **The Graveyard 3.1**, **Amplified Nether 1.2.11** - **Formations 1.0.4** + **Overworld/Nether** modules **1.0.5** - New decorative/landscape: **This Rocks! 1.5.1**, **Spawn 2.2**, **Cell (Vanilla+) 2.1**. --- ### ⚙️ Technology & Automation - Core **Create 6.0.8** suite expanded: - **Slice & Dice 3.6.0** - **Bells & Whistles 0.4.5** - **Crafts & Additions 1.3.1** - **Compatible Storage 2.8.1** - **Ore Excavation 1.6.5** - **Create: Rustic Structures 1.0.0** - **Create: Precise Manufacturing (TaCZ) 0.4.4-cr6.0** - Added: **Create Nuclear 1.3.0**, **Create Food 1.1.11**. --- ### 🧱 Building & Decoration - Refreshed: **Chipped 3.0.7**, **Rechiseled 1.1.6**, **Rechiseled: AE2 1.1.0**, **Rechiseled: Create 1.0.2b**, **Twigs 3.1.1**, **Ytones v8.0.1**, **Quark 4.0-462**. - Extras: **Toni’s Immersive Lanterns 1.0.6**, **Cobweb 1.0.1**, **Magnum Torch v8.0.2**. --- ### 🧭 Gameplay & Exploration - Encounters expanded: - **Mowzie’s Mobs 1.7.3**, **Mowzie’s Cataclysm 1.2.0**, **L_Ender’s Cataclysm 3.16**, **Bosses’ Rise 1.0.9.2b** - **Mutant Monsters v8.0.7** + **Mutants Plus 1.0.0** - **Nyf’s Spiders 2.1.1**, **Enderman Overhaul 1.0.4**, **Sons of Sins 2.1.9** - Added: **Realm RPG: Fallen Adventurers 1.1.0** (lore-rich spawns). - Weather: **Weather Storms & Tornadoes 2.8.3** integrated. --- ### 🎮 Quality of Life & Utility - Equipment & inventory: **Accessories beta 48**, **Curios 5.14.1**, **Elytra Slot 6.4.4**, **Sophisticated Core + Backpacks + Storage** stack updates. - Workflow: **Polymorph 0.49.10**, **RightClickHarvest 4.6.0**, **Mouse Tweaks 2.25.1**, **Controlling 12.0.2**. - Utility: **SecurityCraft v1.10.1**, **Comforts 6.4.0**, **Chat Heads 0.14.0**, **Pick Up Notifier v8.0.0**. --- ### 🖼️ Atmosphere & Audio - Ambient: **MAtmos 7.1**, **ExtraSounds Next 1.4**, **Sound Physics Remastered 1.5.1**. - Shaders (bundled, disabled by default): **BSL 10.0**, **Complementary Reimagined/Unbound r5.6.1**, **Photon v1.2a**. - Visual polish: **Subtle Effects 1.13.1**, **Stylish Effects v8.0.2**. --- ### ⚡ Performance Stack - **Embeddium 0.3.31**, **ModernFix 5.25.0**, **FerriteCore 6.0.1**, **Entity Culling 1.9.3**, **Noisium 2.3.0**, **BadOptimizations 2.3.1**, **ImmediatelyFast 1.5.2**, **GPUBooster 1.0.5.1**, **Immersive Optimization 0.1.0**, **Radium 0.12.4**, **Remove Reloading Screen 4.0.6.1**. - Optional shader runtime: **Oculus 1.8.0** + **Flywheel Compat 2.0.3**. --- ### 🔧 Other Library Updates - **Geckolib 4.8.2**, **Lionfish API 2.4**, **Faewulf’s Lib 1.3.2**, **JamLib 1.3.5**, **TxniLib 1.0.24**, **Puzzles Lib v8.1.33**, **Fzzy Config 0.7.3**, **Athena 3.1.2**. - UI/helpers: **GuideME 20.1.14**, **Traveler’s Titles 4.0.2**, **Enhanced Boss Bars 1.4.1**. --- ### 🗑️ Removals & Deletions **New in 1.3.1 (since 1.3):** - **Dungeon Realm** *(mcrobertx22)* — removed (redundant/instability) - **Library of Exile** *(mcrobertx22)* — removed (no longer required) - **Luminous: Beasts** *(RipleysMods)* — removed (overlaps with existing Luminous set) **Carried over from 1.3 (for reference):** - **Regions Unexplored**, **Geophilic**, **Ecologics** (biome packs) - **YUNG’s Bridges**, **YUNG’s Better Strongholds** (replaced by D&T Stronghold Overhaul + End/Mineshaft upgrades) - **Moog’s Voyager Structures** - **AmbientSounds** (replaced by **MAtmos** + **ExtraSounds Next**) - Create add-on trims: **Applied Kinetics**, **Steam ’n’ Rails**, **Dimensions**, **Create Big Cannons: Advanced Technologies** (base **Create Big Cannons** retained) - **Visual Vibrance** - **Twilight Forest** --- ### 🧩 Fixes & Adjustments - Fixed **Create/AE2** integration edge cases and missing recipes. - Adjusted structure spacing to smooth chunkgen and reduce stutter. - Re-tuned mob spawn caps for stability. - Improved cross-compat: **Create → TaCZ → AE2**. - General cleanup of legacy dependencies and redundant configs. --- ### 🔔 Feature Toggle (Info) - **Wither Storm auto-spawn** (was 10 min in v1.3) is **disabled by default** in **v1.3.1**. If desired: **Menu → Mods → “witherstorm” → Client Options → Auto Spawn → set & Save**. --- ### 🧠 Notes - Recommended RAM: **6–10 GB** (8 GB sweet spot). - Shaders optional and verified (BSL / Complementary). - Beta build for testing full-stack stability ahead of **v1.4**.

🧭 NovaHosting’s Exploration Pack — v1.3 (this is a more redefinded version from 1.1 - 1.3) *Date:* (10/28/2025) ------ **Release type:** Major content pass + worldgen refresh **Minecraft:** 1.20.1 (Forge) **Previous:** v1.0.2.1 > This version **v1.3** has the ****witherstorm auto spawn at 10 mins****, If you don't want the wither storm to auto spawn in 10 mins or not at all go in the menu then mods then search "witherstorm" then go to client option and find and click on auto spawn and set how you want and save at the bottom. ### 🆕 Added * **Exploration & Structures (highlights):** Ice Pillager Castle, Cherry Monastery, Bamboo/Badland/Desert temples, Savanna Watchtower, Jungle Treehouse Village, Villager Pagoda/Farmer/Forge houses, Warped/End/Ocean/Nether villager outposts & traders, Villager Warship, Sparse Structures, CliffTree, Giant* tree set (Birch/Oak/Pine/Nether/Swamp/Cherry Bonsai), Cottages Witch Huts, **Dungeons & Taverns Stronghold Overhaul**, **YUNG’s Better Mineshafts**, **YUNG’s Better End Island**, **Pinchbus Alive Villages**. * **Ambient & Atmosphere:** **MAtmos – Ambient Sound**, **ExtraSounds Next**, **Stellar View** (sky), **Torch hit!**, **Ding**. * **Create & Tech:** **Create: New Beginnings**, **Create: Bells & Whistles**. * **QoL & Gameplay:** **Polymorph**, **RightClickHarvest**, **Tree Harvester**, **Xaero’s Minimap**, **Bountiful**, **VillagerXP**, **Sophisticated Storage**, **Delightful Creators**, **Crate Delight**, **Delightful Burgers**. * **Content Packs & Theming:** **Rechiseled: AE2**, **Rechiseled: Chipped**, **Luminous** suite (**Butterflies/Beasts/Monsters/Depths/Nether/Tag**). * **Libs / APIs (new):** **Pehkui**, **Kambrik**, **JamLib**, **Blueprint**, **Necronomicon API**, **iChunUtil**, **Zigy’s Player Animator API**, **TCT Core**. ### 🔄 Updated / Changed * **Applied Energistics 2:** 15.4.9 → **15.4.10**. * **Create:** 6.0.6 → **6.0.7**. * **Create Ore Excavation:** 1.6.4 → **1.6.5**. * **Double Doors:** 7.1 → **7.2**. * **SecurityCraft:** v1.10.0.1 → **v1.10.1**. * **Collective:** 8.12 → **8.13**. * General config passes for worldgen, audio, and minimap defaults. ### 🗑️ What we have removed * **Biome/worldgen packs:** **Regions Unexplored**, **Geophilic**, **Ecologics** (shift toward structure-driven exploration + Luminous set). * **YUNG’s Bridges** and **YUNG’s Better Strongholds** (replaced by **D&T Stronghold Overhaul** + End/Minshaft upgrades). * **MVS – Moog’s Voyager Structures**. * **AmbientSounds** (replaced by **MAtmos**/**ExtraSounds Next**). * **Create** add-ons trimmed: **Create: Applied Kinetics**, **Create: Steam ’n’ Rails**, **Create: Dimensions**, **Create Big Cannons: Advanced Technologies** (base **Create Big Cannons** retained). * **Visual Vibrance** (redundant with new visual stack). * *(Note)* **Twilight Forest override** not included by default in v1.3. ### ⚠️ World Notes * Because several biome/structure providers changed, **new chunks** will reflect the v1.3 worldgen. Existing worlds are safe, but for the full experience consider exploring beyond generated areas or starting a fresh seed. ### 🧠 Tech * Performance spine retained: **Embeddium, ModernFix, FerriteCore, Noisium, Entity Culling, BadOptimizations, ImmediatelyFast, GPUBooster**, etc. * Audio stack now uses **MAtmos + Sound Physics Remastered** for richer ambience. ---

--- ## 🧭 NovaHosting’s Exploration Pack — v1.2 Changelog (this is still buggy currently making a redefinded version) **Release Type:** Minor Update **Minecraft Version:** 1.20.1 (Forge) **Date:** *(10/27/2025)* --- ### ✨ **Overview** This update focuses on *stability, smoother rendering, and expanded exploration depth*. Version **1.2** refines core systems introduced in v1.1, improves shader compatibility, and adds several backend optimizations for performance and weather visuals.

--- ## 🧭 NovaHosting’s Exploration Pack — v1.1 Changelog **Release Type:** Minor Update **Minecraft Version:** 1.20.1 (Forge) **Date:** *(10/24/2025)* --- ### ✨ **Overview** This update focuses on *stability, smoother rendering, and expanded exploration depth*. Version **1.1** refines core systems introduced in v1.0, improves shader compatibility, and adds several backend optimizations for performance and weather visuals. --- ### ⚙️ **Changes & Additions** #### 🆕 **New Additions** * Added **Weather, Storms & Tornadoes** (1.20.1-2.8.3) — dynamic storms, wind systems, and destructive tornado events for immersive survival realism. * Added **Async Particle & Performance Integration Fixes** (custom configs added) — ensures Weather2 particles render correctly at distance. * Added **Create: Dimensions** (1.0.4) — introduces dimension-based automation and multi-world Create expansion. * Added **Create: Applied Kinetics** (1.5.1-1.20.1) — bridges Create automation with Applied Energistics 2 networks. * Added **Create: Nuclear** (1.3.0) — adds advanced energy systems and late-game power generation for tech-based playstyles. * Added **Immersive Optimization** (0.1.0+1.20.1) — extra performance tuning for rendering and entity handling. * Added **Super Duper Vanilla** (1.3.8) — enhanced visual fidelity for vanilla environments. * Added **Diet** (2.1.1+1.20.1) — introduces nutritional effects to survival balance. * Added **Bad Packets** (forge-0.4.3) — internal library for mod compatibility and networking. --- #### ⚡ **Performance Enhancements** * Introduced **GPUBooster**, **Accelerated Rendering**, and **ImmediatelyFast** for smoother frame pacing and chunk updates. * Improved mod synergy between **Embeddium**, **ModernFix**, **FerriteCore**, and **Noisium** for lower memory usage. * Added support for **Sodium Dynamic Lights** and **Oculus** shaders for improved visual smoothness. * New async and particle config tuning prevents weather/particle lag spikes during exploration. --- #### 🧱 **World & Gameplay Improvements** * Integrated **Weather, Storms & Tornadoes** into world generation (compatible with Regions Unexplored + Geophilic). * Adjusted world progression pacing for early-mid game tech using Create’s nuclear and kinetic expansions. * Expanded exploration variety through new ruins and atmospheric world effects. --- #### 🎮 **Player Experience** * Polished sound design (AmbientSounds, ESF) and shader light blending (Aurora / Complementary / BSL). * Reduced FPS stutter when moving through high-entity areas or large bases. * Balanced mod dependencies for fewer startup warnings and improved memory footprint. --- ### 🧩 **Removed or Replaced** * No major removals from 1.0.2. Minor redundant optimization entries were merged into unified configs. * Backend dependency cleanup for consistency between Create submods. --- ### 💬 **Summary** > Version 1.0.2.1 marks the first stable, performance-tuned release of NovaHosting’s Exploration Pack. > Weather realism, new Create expansions, and improved optimization make exploration smoother, faster, and more atmospheric than before. ---