Another Cobblemon Moves API
by Glubus
Another Cobblemon Moves API lets a datapack add moves to existing Cobblemon Pokémon by merging them at server startup instead of replacing whole species files.
What it does
Standard datapacks replace an entire species file to add a move, which can clash with other mods that edit the same Pokémon. This mod merges the additions at server startup, so original species files stay untouched and other mods remain compatible. Cobblemon is required, and the mod is built for NeoForge only, covering game versions 1.21 – 1.21.11.
Moves are declared in JSON files placed under a data folder with the namespace of the pack, in a moves additions directory. Each entry pairs a level with a move, such as level 1 with tackle, and works for level-up moves, Technical Machines, Move Tutor moves and breeding or egg moves. Where an added move sits at a lower level than a move already listed, the lower entry is the one applied. The format is plain and readable, and the source code is available under the MIT License, so the mod is open source.
Key features
Non-destructive merging
Additions are merged into a Pokémon's move data, so the original species files are never overwritten.
Full move support
Level-up moves, Technical Machines, Move Tutor moves and breeding or egg moves can all be added.
Lower-level priority
A move added at a lower level than an existing entry takes priority over it.
Readable JSON format
Additions use a simple format of level and move pairs, such as 1:tackle, in clean JSON files.
Custom moves
A datapack can give a Pokémon a new custom move at a chosen level, such as giving Arceus a move at level 100.
Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
1.21.x12 of 12 versions with builds
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Requirements
Dependencies declared by the latest file for each loader.
Required 1
Use cases
Adding moves in a datapack
A modpack or datapack author can give existing Pokémon extra moves without shipping replacement species files.
Running alongside other Cobblemon mods
Because additions are merged rather than replaced, other mods that change the same Pokémon are less likely to conflict.
Who it’s for: Datapack and modpack authors who want to add moves to Cobblemon Pokémon, and server owners who run packs that include such datapacks.
Questions
Does Another Cobblemon Moves API need Cobblemon?
Does the mod have to be installed on both sides?
Are the original species files changed?
Which game versions does the mod support?
In the catalog
Another Cobblemon Moves API is one of 3,545 Optimization mods on ModsFinder, and one of 1,250 Optimization mods for NeoForge. 19,862 mods support Minecraft 1.21.11.
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What the author says
ACMA is a minimalist API for Cobblemon that allows you to add moves to existing Pokémon without overwriting their original data. Unlike standard datapacks that replace entire species files, ACMA merges your additions at server startup, ensuring compatibility with other mods. Example…
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/another-cobblemon-moves-api
- Owner
- Glubus
- Published
- 2026-02-16
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-02-16
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15