No delay between hits anymore, just like 1.8!
You can still use the offhand, shields, crossbows, etc… and any other mechanic after 1.8
Multiplayer Compatible!
Axes:
Axes have been nerfed back to their original 1.8 damage (with the exception of netherite axe obviously):
- Wooden Axe: 3
- Golden Axe: 3
- Stone Axe: 4
- Iron Axe: 5
- Diamond Axe: 6
- Netherite Axe: 7
Blocking
You can now block with any sword, just like 1.8!
Blocking reduces any attack damage towards the player by 40% and reduces the knock-back in half
Enabling/disabling the mechanic with a simple command!
Do NOT use /datapack disable without first disabling the 1.8 mechanic!
Enable (is on by default)
/function instant_pvp:enable
Disable
/function instant_pvp:disable
Switching between the two will automatically:
- Change the attack speed of players
- Enable/Disable the blocking ability of swords
- Change the damage dealt by axes.
Quick facts
- Edition: Minecraft Java
- File type: .jar
- Minecraft version listed: 1.21.4
- How to install: Install the matching mod loader (Forge, Fabric or NeoForge) for your Minecraft version. → Download the .jar. → Put it in the .minecraft/mods folder and launch that loader profile.
- Where to get it: Opens on Modrinth — not every file is mirrored on our own servers.
Install steps are the general flow for this file type — see the MC Java Mods guides for the full walkthrough.
Verified by MCModsHub
- Downloads as InstantPvP 2.0+1.21.4.zip
- Download size: 17 KB
- Download link checked 28 Aug 2026 — working
These come from our own check of the pack file, not from the source page.