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Upgradeable Tools

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Upgradeable Tools

By DusklineStudios

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Upgrade your vanilla Minecraft tools! 🔨 This mod lets you upgrade tools from Iron all the way to Netherite with ease. Simple, straightforward, and perfect for players who want smoother progression.

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🔨 Vanilla Tool Upgrades (Iron ➝ Netherite)

This mod allows you to upgrade your vanilla tools directly, making progression smoother and more intuitive. No extra items, no unnecessary steps — just upgrade your tools from Iron all the way up to Netherite!

✨ Features

  • Upgrade vanilla tools starting from Iron.

  • Works with all standard tool types (Pickaxe, Axe, Shovel, Hoe, Sword).

  • Keeps the original Minecraft feel — no overpowered additions.

  • Simple and lightweight, perfect for both survival and modpacks.

🌟 Planned Features

  • Food upgrades (make your meals more powerful!).

  • Armor upgrades, to match your upgraded tools.

📦 Compatibility

  • Designed for vanilla-style gameplay.

  • Should work fine alongside most other mods.

🚀 How to Use

  1. Craft or obtain your tools as usual.

  2. Use the upgrade system to progress them from Iron ➝ Diamond ➝ Netherite.

  3. Enjoy smoother progression without breaking the vanilla balance!

💡 Notes

  • You can still craft Diamond tools directly, just like in vanilla — upgrading is an alternative path.

  • Perfect for players who want a balanced upgrade path without clutter.

  • Recommended mod: Just Enough Items (JEI) to view all available recipes easily.