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Shield API

Creating shields with custom models was never easier!

FabricNeoForgeForge
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FabricNeoForgeForge
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Updated
September 16, 2026Sep 16
Published
in 2024
This is a library — other mods need it, and it adds nothing to the game by itselfRequired by 2 mods. Download it if another mod needs it.

At a glance

A library: other mods need it — required by 2 mods
Runs on Fabric, NeoForge and Forge
For Minecraft 1.21–1.21.1, 1.21.4 …
Needed in the game and on the server
Latest version — 2.2.0+1.20.1-forge from September 16, 2026
License MIT — free
Where it's needed
In gamerequiredOn serverrequired

Needed both in the game and on the server

Game versions1.20.1, 1.21–1.21.1, 1.21.4

Shield API

Shield API allows mod authors to easily add shields with custom models.

Read the Readme for information about how to use this API.

FAQ

How to install Shield API?

Install Fabric for your Minecraft version, download Shield API 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 Shield API support?

Shield API has builds for Minecraft 1.20.1, 1.21–1.21.1, 1.21.4.

Is Shield API needed on the server?

Needed in the game and on the server

License and source
MIT Licensefree to use and share with credit to the author
Original — Modrinth↗Files unchanged, verified with SHA-512Is this your mod? For rights holders

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