Lavender is a comprehensive API and a compelling alternative to the popular Patchouli mod, designed to empower modders, modpack creators, and all players with the ability to craft sophisticated and easily digestible player guides and in-game documentation. This tool addresses the need for clear, accessible information within Minecraft, allowing for the creation of intuitive guidebooks that can significantly enhance the player's understanding and engagement with complex mods or modpacks. By providing a robust framework for in-game documentation, Lavender aims to streamline the learning process and make intricate game mechanics more approachable for a wider audience. The functionality of Lavender revolves around a user-friendly approach to content creation, primarily utilizing familiar and highly readable markdown syntax. This is seamlessly integrated with special syntax designed for direct interaction with the game, offering powerful macro support and full access to the owo-ui framework. A standout feature is the ability to view all created books directly in the offhand slot, which is exceptionally useful for players who need to reference instructions while actively performing tasks in the game. This innovative approach to in-game referencing significantly improves usability and reduces the need to alt-tab or switch between different applications. Lavender is compatible with a range of Minecraft versions, specifically supporting 1.20.4, 1.20.5, 1.20.6, 1.21, 1.21.1, 1.21.2, 1.21.3, and 1.21.4. It is designed to function with both the Fabric and Quilt mod loaders, ensuring broad accessibility for users of these platforms. Crucially, this mod is required on both the client and the server, meaning that all players connecting to a server running Lavender, and the server itself, must have the mod installed for its features to function correctly and for the in-game documentation to be accessible to everyone. To install Lavender, place the mod file into the `mods` folder of your Minecraft installation. If you are using Fabric or Quilt, this is the standard location. Before launching the game, it is essential to ensure that you have the correct version of the mod installed for your specific Minecraft version and mod loader. Additionally, verify that both the client and server installations have the mod present if you intend to play on a multiplayer server. Checking the game logs after installation can also help confirm that the mod has loaded successfully and is ready for use.
