<\/p>\n
# AdvancedMobGriefing<\/p>\n
**Selective mob griefing control for Minecraft servers.**
\nDisable block destruction for specific mobs without affecting others \u2014 an alternative to the global `mobGriefing false` gamerule.<\/p>\n
## \ud83d\udcd6 Background<\/p>\n
**AdvancedMobGriefing** was originally developed for a private Minecraft server with one specific goal: to selectively disable griefing for certain mobs \u2014 rather than all mobs, as the built-in `gamerule mobGriefing false` does.<\/p>\n
Although the plugin was initially created for personal use, it was later released to the public to benefit a wider audience.<\/p>\n
Unlike many other solutions, **AdvancedMobGriefing** does not cancel explosion events entirely. Instead, it clears the list of blocks affected by an explosion. This preserves visual and audio effects (particles and sounds), and also retains damage dealt to players and entities, providing the same functional result as `mobGriefing false`, while maintaining a more immersive gameplay experience.<\/p>\n
## \ud83d\udccc What It Does<\/p>\n
Minecraft\u2019s built-in gamerule `mobGriefing false` disables **all** mob-related block changes.
\nBut what if you only want to stop creepers from blowing up your builds \u2014 without breaking Enderman behavior?<\/p>\n
**AdvancedMobGriefing** lets you control griefing **per mob type**, giving you precise control over gameplay without sacrificing vanilla behavior.<\/p>\n
\u2705 Prevent creeper explosions
\n\u2705 Disable fireball destruction from ghasts
\n\u2705 Stop Endermen from picking up blocks
\n\u2705 Keep explosion sounds and particles intact
\n\u2705 Preserve damage to players and mobs \u2014 only blocks are protected<\/p>\n
## \u2705 Supported Platforms<\/p>\n
– **Minecraft Java Edition:** `1.20.4`
\n– **Server Types:** Paper, Spigot
\n– **Java:** 21 or newer<\/p>\n
> \u26a0\ufe0f WARNING:
\n> The plugin may work on newer versions, but they have not been officially tested.<\/p>\n
## \u2699\ufe0f How to Use (for Server Admins)<\/p>\n
Once installed, operators can use the following command in-game or from the console:<\/p>\n
“`
\n\/mobgriefing (creeper|fireball|enderman) (true|false)
\n“`<\/p>\n
### \ud83d\udd0d Example<\/p>\n
“`
\n\/mobgriefing creeper false
\n“`<\/p>\n
This disables block destruction from creepers.<\/p>\n
### Supported Entity Types<\/p>\n
– `creeper`
\n– `fireball` *(includes ghast fireballs and large fireballs)*
\n– `enderman`<\/p>\n
> \u2139\ufe0f NOTE:
\n> Disabling `fireball` affects **all** large fireballs, including those spawned by commands or plugins.<\/p>\n
## \ud83d\udee0 Configuration<\/p>\n
A configuration file is created after first server startup:<\/p>\n
“`yaml
\ncan-grief:
\n creeper: true
\n fireball: true
\n enderman: true
\n“`<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udcc2 File path:
\n`\/plugins\/AdvancedMobGriefing\/config.yml`<\/p>\n
You can manually edit these values and reload the server to apply changes.<\/p>\n
## \ud83d\udd10 Permissions<\/p>\n
| Node | Description | Default |
\n|———————-|————————————–|———|
\n| `amg.mobgriefing` | Allows use of the `\/mobgriefing` command | OP-only |<\/p>\n
## \ud83e\uddea Installation<\/p>\n
1. Download the latest `.jar` file from [Modrinth]([https:\/\/modrinth.com\/plugin\/](https:\/\/modrinth.com\/plugin\/advancedmobgriefing\/versions)) or the Releases page.
\n2. Place it in your server\u2019s `plugins` folder.
\n3. Start or restart the server.
\n4. Configure via command or `config.yml`.<\/p>\n
## \ud83d\udcc4 License<\/p>\n
This project is licensed under the MIT License.
\nYou are free to use, modify, and distribute it under the terms of that license.<\/p>\n
## \ud83d\udcac Get Involved<\/p>\n
Have a question, idea, or just want to share feedback?
\nJoin the conversation in the Discussions section or open an issue if you’ve found a bug or want to suggest a feature.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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