Overview#
The Emerald Mod 1.7.10 (Survive the Emerald Mobs) is an expansive content mod that transforms emeralds from simple trading currency into a top-tier resource for survival. It introduces a full suite of emerald-themed equipment, functional blocks, and a dedicated dimension. Players must navigate a world where emerald-infused mobs roam, offering both high-risk combat and high-reward loot.
Key features include:
- Emerald Equipment: Tools and armor that surpass Diamond in durability and efficiency.
- Emerald Dimension: A lush, green realm filled with emerald ores and unique flora.
- New Entities: Tameable emerald wolves, emerald-producing cows, and powerful golems.
- Functional Blocks: Faster furnaces, massive explosives, and unique decorative options.
Entities#
The mod adds several new mobs, primarily found within the Emerald Dimension. These entities range from helpful livestock to powerful guardians.
Passive & Neutral Mobs
| Mob | Health | Drops | Behavior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Cow | 10 HP | Emerald Rods, Beef | Found in the Emerald Dimension. The primary source of Emerald Rods. |
| Emerald Wolf | 20 HP | None | A green variant of the wolf. Tameable using 1-5 Emerald Bones. Found in the Emerald Dimension. |
| Emerald Golem | 150 HP | Emeralds, Yellow Flowers | Stronger than an Iron Golem. Protects players and villagers. |
Hostile Mobs
- Emerald Zombie: Boasting 40 HP, these zombies are significantly tougher than their vanilla counterparts. They drop Emerald Dust upon death.
- Emerald Creeper: These creepers have a larger blast radius and higher health (40 HP).
- Emerald Skeleton: Equipped with emerald-tipped arrows, these skeletons deal more damage and drop Emerald Arrows.
The Emerald Dimension#
The Emerald Dimension is a vibrant, green-tinted realm where emeralds are as common as coal. It features unique biomes characterized by emerald trees, giant mushrooms, and dense emerald ore veins.
Accessing the Dimension
To enter the Emerald Dimension, players must construct a portal frame similar to a Nether Portal using Emerald Obsidian.
- Frame: 10-14 blocks of Emerald Obsidian.
- Igniter: Use a Flint and Emerald on the bottom of the frame.
Biomes & Features
- Emerald Biome: The primary biome, featuring green grass, emerald-leaved trees, and emerald-producing plants.
- Emerald Fire: Naturally occurring fire in this dimension. Stepping into Emerald Fire grants the player a Regeneration effect rather than dealing damage.
Blocks#
The mod introduces various functional and decorative blocks crafted from emeralds and emerald-related materials.
| Block | Function |
|---|---|
| Emerald Furnace | Smelts items significantly faster than a standard furnace. |
| Emerald TNT | Produces an explosion much larger and more destructive than regular TNT. |
| Emerald Torch | Provides a bright green light source. |
| Emerald Beacon | Emits a pulsating green beam. Requires a Redstone signal to activate. |
| Emerald Lamp | An emerald-themed alternative to Glowstone. |
| Emerald Obsidian | A reinforced block used to build the Emerald Portal. |
| Emerald Plant | A crop grown from Emerald Seeds that yields emeralds when harvested. |
| Emerald Workbench | A decorative crafting table with an emerald aesthetic. |
Items#
Tools & Weapons
Emerald tools are a direct upgrade to Diamond, offering higher durability and faster mining speeds.
- Emerald Sword: 8 Attack Damage.
- Emerald Battleaxe: 10 Attack Damage.
- Emerald Katana: 12 Attack Damage.
- Big Emerald Sword: 14 Attack Damage.
- Emerald Staff: A powerful magic weapon that shoots "Balls of Destruction" (fireballs) at enemies.
- Emerald Bow: Sets enemies on fire upon impact. Requires Emerald Arrows to fire.
Armor
Emerald Armor provides protection equivalent to Diamond but includes powerful set bonuses. When a full set is worn, the player receives:
- Speed
- Jump Boost II
- Resistance
Consumables & Materials
- Emerald Apple: Restores 3 hunger bars and grants Regeneration III for 30 seconds.
- Emerald Cake: A superior food source that restores more hunger than standard cake.
- Emerald Potion: Grants various positive effects but inflicts Nausea II as a side effect.
- Emerald Rod: Dropped by Emerald Cows; used to craft Emerald Dust and Arrows.
- Emerald Dust: Crafted from Emerald Rods; used in various high-tier recipes.
- Emerald Star: Crafted with a Nether Star and Emeralds; used to create the Emerald Beacon.
- Emerald Bone: Used to tame and breed Emerald Wolves.
Crafting Recipes#
Below are the essential recipes for progressing through the mod.
Essential Materials
- Emerald Obsidian: 1 Emerald + 8 Obsidian (Yields 4 blocks).
- Flint and Emerald: 1 Flint + 1 Emerald.
- Emerald Dust: 1 Emerald Rod (Yields 2 Dust).
- Emerald Star: 1 Nether Star + 4 Emeralds (placed in a diamond shape).
Equipment
- Emerald Golem: Place 4 Emerald Blocks in a 'T' shape and top with an Emerald Furnace as the head.
- Emerald Staff: 1 Block of Emerald + 2 Emerald Rods.
- Big Emerald Sword: 1 Block of Emerald + 2 Emeralds + 1 Stick.
- Emerald Apple: 1 Apple + 1 Emerald (Yields 3 apples).
- Emerald Arrow: 1 Flint + 1 Emerald Rod + 1 Feather (Yields 8 arrows).
Farming
- Emerald Seeds: Obtained by breaking tall grass (low drop rate). Can be planted on tilled soil to grow Emerald Plants.
