ZNPCsPlus

ZNPCsPlus is a powerful and intuitive Spigot plugin that allows you to create and manage fake entities in Minecraft. These entities can perform actions such as executing commands or switching servers, providing seamless integration and interactivity for players.

This plugin is a modern, performance-focused remake of the original ZNPCs plugin, developed to ensure continued support and enhanced features after the original was discontinued.

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Features

• 100% Packet-Based: All operations are offloaded from the main thread, ensuring excellent performance.
• Performance & Stability Oriented: Designed to minimize server impact while remaining reliable.
• Wide Version Support: Compatible with Minecraft versions 1.8 through 1.20.4.
• Flexible Storage Options: Choose from multiple storage solutions to best suit your setup.
• Intuitive Commands: User-friendly command system for effortless NPC management.

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Requirements

Software

• Java: Version 8 or higher
• Minecraft Versions: 1.8 - 1.21

Supported Server Platforms

• Spigot
• Paper (GitHub)
• Folia (GitHub)
• ArcLight (GitHub)

Optional Dependencies/Extensions

• PlaceholderAPI: Enables the use of placeholders for dynamic content.

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Why Choose ZNPCsPlus?

• Performance: Optimized for high performance, with no tasks running on the main thread.
• Compatibility: Works across a broad range of Minecraft versions and server types.
• Flexibility: Supports custom storage backends and integrates seamlessly with popular plugins.

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Found a Bug or Need Help?

• Report Issues: Open an issue in our GitHub issue tracker.
• Get Support: Join our support Discord.

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Installation

1. Download the latest release of ZNPCsPlus from Spigot or [Modrinth]. (Dev Builds are available at out Jenkins).
2. Place the downloaded JAR file in your server's plugins folder.
3. Restart your server.

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Credits

ZNPCsPlus wouldn't be possible without the following libraries and resources:

• PacketEvents 2.0: Packet handling library.
• Minecraft Protocol Wiki (formally wiki.vg): Minecraft protocol documentation.
• gson: JSON parsing library by Google.
• Mineskin.org: Website for raw skin file uploads
• Adventure: Minecraft text API.
• DazzleConf: Configuration library.
• Director: Command library.
• PlaceholderAPI: Universal placeholder system.

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Metrics

ZNPCsPlus utilizes bStats for anonymous data collection. Metrics help us improve the plugin by providing insight into usage and performance. You can disable this in the bStats configuration.

Support the Project

Love ZNPCsPlus? Help us grow by:

• Starring the GitHub repository.
• Leaving a positive review on Spigot.

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