Elite Ores
by TNTMinecart
Elite Ores is a NeoForge world generation mod that adds a set of rare ores, from Ruby down to Jade, placed at depths below y-20 to y-45.
What it does
The mod adds several ore types that generate underground at set depths. Ruby ore is the most common and works as a step between iron and diamond, Sapphire and Kyanite follow at lower depths and are described as slightly better than their predecessors in most uses, and Platinum and Jade are the rarest, found only in specific circumstances. Each ore has its own use, from armor and tools to crafting recipes, and the tools are meant to pull players further into exploration.
The mod is built around exploration and discovery, with ores that vary in how they are used rather than only in how rare they are. Some ores are extremely rare and can be reached only at certain depths, so a player needs a suitable pickaxe before starting the search. The author describes the content as complete, with ongoing updates for newer versions, bug fixes, balancing and new material as needed. Elite Ores runs on client and server, so the server and every player must install it. It is released under the MIT License and is not open source. Files are published for NeoForge across four game versions: 1.21.1, 1.21.4, 1.21.8 and 26.1.2, with 1.0.0 for 26.1.2 as the latest file.
Key features
Depth-based ore placement
Each ore generates below a set height, from Ruby below y-45 to Platinum below y-20, so deeper digging reaches rarer material.
Graded ore tiers
Ruby, Sapphire and Kyanite form an ascending chain of gems, while Titanium and Platinum serve as the heavier metal tier.
Varied uses
Ores feed armor, tools and specific crafting recipes, so each one has a purpose beyond being a higher-tier material.
Jade durability
Jade Ore matches the strength of Aquamarine and Kyanite and has a much higher durability than either.
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Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Use cases
Who it’s for: Players who want more ore types than vanilla offers and prefer a reason to explore deeper levels. Server owners who run worlds with progression can add it to their modpack.
How it compares
Released under the Apache License 2.0, More Tools&Armor Remastered is a NeoForge equipment mod that targets 1.21.1 – 1.21.8 and must be installed on both client and server. Floricum Ore is a NeoForge ore mod for 1.21.8 only and is licensed as All rights reserved. Ore's Overhaul covers the widest range, with NeoForge files for 1.21.1 – 26.1.2, and is also licensed as All rights reserved.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Ores | NeoForge | 1.21.1 – 26.1.2 | Client and server | 2026-08-18 |
| More Tools&Armor Remastered | NeoForge | 1.21.1 – 1.21.8 | Client and server | 2026-03-15 |
| Floricum Ore | NeoForge | 1.21.8 | Client and server | 2026-04-04 |
| Ore's Overhaul | NeoForge | 1.21.1 – 26.1.2 | Client and server | 2026-09-16 |
Questions
Does Elite Ores need to be installed on the server?
Which game versions does Elite Ores support?
Where do the rarest ores generate?
In the catalog
Elite Ores is one of 8,515 World generation mods on ModsFinder, and one of 4,175 World generation mods for NeoForge. 15,189 mods support Minecraft 26.1.2.
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What the author says
Elite Ores is a mod based around exploration, discovery, and utilization. It adds many ores to the game that will not only have varying uses, including basic ones such as armor and tools, but they will also encourage exploration. Some of these ores are extremely rare, and are only found in specific circumstances, so…
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/elite-ores
- Owner
- TNTMinecart
- Published
- 2025-06-16
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-08-18
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15