Making SlowTools

Making SlowTools

Slowcraft supports two ways to create SlowTools, Data-driven and Java-driven:

Data-driven SlowTools

Recommended for modpack and datapack authors.

Data-driven SlowTools are defined using JSON files in a datapack. They do not require Java or the registration of new Minecraft items.

Create a Data-Driven SlowTool →

Java-driven SlowTools

Intended for mod developers.

Java-driven SlowTools are dedicated registered items. They support additional arguments such as custom sounds, Java configuration, and ordinary item customization.

Create a Java-Driven SlowTool →

Additional tutorials

• Damage Tool Shapeless Recipes
• Commands and Integrations

Which pathway should I use?

Requirement	Data-driven	Java-driven
Works from a datapack	✅	❌
Requires Java/programming	❌	✅
Supports custom outputs	✅	✅
Supports custom use time/duration	✅	✅
Supports custom item texture	Somewhat	✅ - Through item assets
Supports custom sounds	❌	✅

Unless you need custom Java behavior or sounds, the data-driven pathway is generally the easiest option.