APEx - A Proper Equipment expansion

APEx (pronounced "ape-x" with emphasis on "ape") is A Proper Equipment expansion mod that adds new ores, gems, metals, tool and weapon types, equipment tiers, recipes, and mobs. This mod adds interesting and powerful choices to early, mid, and end-game gearing in a way that feels true to vanilla Minecraft while still offering a fresh and more engaging experience. There are also a handful of new convenience and QoL items/recipes that help alleviate some resource shortages in the early game. A basic summary of the mod can be found below, and the APEx Wiki outlines all features in greater detail.