- Loaders
- Fabric
- Downloads on Modrinth
- 498
- Followers on Modrinth
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- versions
- 7
- Updated
- June 17, 2026Jun 17
- Published
- in 2025
At a glance
Install on the server only; players don't need it
Fortune is a lightweight, server-side Fabric mod that sends a random fortune to players every time they log in — inspired by the classic Linux fortune command.
It's perfect for adding personality to your server: motivate your friends, spook them with cryptic warnings, or just throw in some chaos. Make up your own fortunes.
✨ Features
Shows a fortune in chat whenever a player joins
Fully configurable: edit fortunes.json in the config folder
Includes a reload command: /fortune reload
Server-side only
Works great with themed servers, communities, or just for fun
🛠 Configuration
Fortunes are stored in a simple JSON file: config/fortune/fortunes.json The format is just a plain array of strings:
[
"Beware the sheep that watches you sleep.",
"Your next jump will change everything."
]Want to import your own list? Convert any list of quotes, jokes, or sayings into this format and reload in-game with:
/fortune reload
FAQ
How to install Fortune?
Install Fabric for your Minecraft version, download Fortune for the same version and loader, put the file into the mods folder and launch the game with the loader profile.
Which Minecraft versions does Fortune support?
Fortune has builds for Minecraft 1.21.7–1.21.11, 26.1.2–26.2.
Is Fortune needed on the server?
Server only — players don't need to install it