With Sprinkles: Vanilla-Friendly Enchantments and Blocks
Minecraft's core loop is elegant, but even dedicated players eventually want more depth without sacrificing the vanilla feel. With Sprinkles: Vanilla-Friendly Enchantments and Blocks answers that need. This add-on introduces a curated set of enchantments, items, and blocks that blend seamlessly into standard survival gameplay. It is designed for players who want practical enhancements, not a complete overhaul.
The mod is available for both Fabric and Forge loaders, supporting Minecraft versions 1.16 through 1.20. This broad compatibility makes it a reliable choice for existing worlds and new modpacks alike. The developer maintains a stable release schedule, with version 1.08 introducing a flexible configuration system. Every enchantment, recipe, and block can be toggled on or off in the config file, allowing server administrators and single-player users to tailor the experience precisely.
Core Enchantments for Practical Play
The heart of With Sprinkles: Vanilla-Friendly Enchantments and Blocks lies in its five unique enchantments. Each one targets a specific gameplay pain point while respecting the game's balance. All enchantments apply to standard tools and weapons, with effects that trigger through intuitive actions.
Multiple Enchantment Slots
The Multiple enchantment, up to level II, lets you store up to three separate enchantment sets on a single item. Switch between them with a shift-right-click, and the current set appears in the tooltip. To upgrade from level I to level II, the item must be in its first mode. This adds tactical flexibility to armor and tools without overpowering them.
Instant Block Exchange and Tree Felling
Exchange replaces a broken block with the one held in your off-hand, perfect for quick structural upgrades. Hold shift to prevent accidental swaps. Felling topples entire trees with one swing, including player-placed logs, which simplifies forestry and land clearing. Both enchantments respond instantly and work on standard blocks.
Ore Vein Mining and Auto-Smelting
Fracking mines an entire connected ore vein in a single break, saving significant time in deep mining operations. Fiery Aura attempts to smelt any block you mine, as if using a furnace with auto-smelt. If a block cannot be smelted, it drops normally. Use the correct tool for each block to ensure the effect activates.
New Items and Blocks for Automation
Beyond enchantments, the mod adds several devices that appeal to automation enthusiasts and travelers. These items integrate with existing redstone and storage systems without introducing complex mechanics.
Lost Pages and Custom Enchanted Books
Lost Pages are a new loot item. Combine them with leather and paper to craft enchanted books. One page yields common or uncommon enchantments, two pages produce rare ones, and three pages unlock very rare enchantments, including treasure types. Players typically find three pages per loot haul, making collection a rewarding side activity.
Wireless Storage with Obsidian Hopper
The Obsidian Hopper transfers items directly into your personal ender chest. Place it beneath or facing an ender chest, and it will deposit items into the bottom row, preserving your main storage layout. The hopper binds to the player who placed it, enabling wireless item transport across the world. This works even when the owner is offline, thanks to an update in version 1.07.
Remote Access and Redstone Tools
The Infused Eye of Ender opens your ender chest from anywhere with a right-click. Combine it with redstone dust to bind it to another player, allowing access to their ender chest. The eye rotates to indicate if the bound player is online. The Bound Ender Chest is a placeable block that opens the installer's ender chest, functioning even when the owner is not in the game. For transport, the Auto Dropper instantly ejects any incoming item into a container or the world, and can be chained for high-speed vertical or horizontal movement. The Rain Detector emits a redstone signal of strength 4 during rain and 8 during thunderstorms, provided it has sky access.
Installation and Setup
To download With Sprinkles: Vanilla-Friendly Enchantments and Blocks for Minecraft, you have two primary options. Manual installation involves placing the mod jar into the mods folder of your Minecraft directory, ensuring you have the correct loader and version installed. However, the easiest method is using a specialized launcher that handles dependencies automatically. Many players prefer this approach because it eliminates version mismatch errors and simplifies modpack assembly. The launcher scans for compatible versions and lets you build a stable collection of mods in a few clicks.
For a smooth experience, follow the standard how to install procedure: back up your world, verify your Minecraft version matches the mod file, and test with a minimal mod set before adding more. The config file, generated after the first run, allows you to disable any feature you find unnecessary.
Balance and Customization
The defining trait of With Sprinkles: Vanilla-Friendly Enchantments and Blocks is its respect for the base game. Nothing feels out of place, and every addition serves a clear purpose. The ability to disable individual components makes it an excellent candidate for servers with custom rules. If you appreciate vanilla Minecraft but want more depth in crafting and automation, this mod deserves a spot in your collection. Try it to see how a few thoughtful additions can refresh a familiar world, and share feedback with the developer to help the project evolve.