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Somnium API

A highly customizable Power and Ability API, for those who can dream it possible.

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Updated
June 2, 2026Jun 2
Published
in 2026
This is a library — other mods need it, and it adds nothing to the game by itself

At a glance

A library: other mods need it
Runs on Forge
For Minecraft 1.20.1
Needed in the game and on the server
Latest version — 1.0.4 from June 2, 2026
License GPL-3.0-only — free
Where it's needed
In gamerequiredOn serverrequired

Needed both in the game and on the server

Game versions1.20.1

Somnium

A highly customizable Power and Ability API, for those who can dream it possible.

What Somnium Provides

Powers & Abilities — A complete ability system with five activation types (Instant, Toggle, Hold, Charged, Passive), groupable into Powers with configurable unlock conditions. Includes a drag-and-drop ability inventory, a 6-slot HUD bar with paging, and customizable categories.

Stamina & Overuse — A universal stamina resource that drains when abilities are used and regenerates over time. Pushing too far triggers the Overuse system — a three-stage penalty that discourages ability spam while creating meaningful risk-reward decisions.

Composition — A permanent growth stat unique to each player. Composition increases through gameplay (ability usage, stamina recovery, overuse survival) and directly expands the player's stamina capacity. Diminishing returns ensure no hard cap while maintaining balance.

Power Leveling — Optional per-power XP and leveling. Abilities can require minimum power levels to unlock, and XP is earned through ability usage within that power.

Custom Meters — A flexible value system for addon developers to create their own resources (mana, rage, focus, etc.) with independent drain, regen, and scaling.

Transformations — A dedicated ability type for shapeshifting, with phase transitions, visual data hooks, and automatic inventory management.

Tag System — A lightweight labeling system for gating abilities behind conditions. Tags can be granted by items, events, curios, or any custom logic.

Optional Compatibility — [GeckoLib 4] [Curios API] [Pehkui]

FAQ

How to install Somnium API?

Install Forge for your Minecraft version, download Somnium 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 Somnium API support?

Somnium API has builds for Minecraft 1.20.1.

Is Somnium API needed on the server?

Needed in the game and on the server

License and source
GNU General Public License v3.0 onlyfree to use and share; changes to the mod itself must be published under the same license
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