Alchemical Dagger
by nixord
Alchemical Dagger is a Forge weapon mod in which a sword-like item multiplies the drops of the mobs it kills, with a progression built on ritual magic energy.
What it does
The dagger grows stronger as its owner kills mobs, so a player who keeps using it through the game sees the weapon's strength rise. Crafting is the first step, and each further stage depends on the kills that follow. The author describes the design as deliberately overpowered, aimed at players who enjoy a progressive, high-strength weapon.
The mod is built for single-player worlds and multiplayer servers alike, since both the server and every player need it. A configuration file lets server owners and players tone the weapon down for a less intense experience. The package also comes with a manual, called a Codex, that explains how the alchemical progression works for players who want guidance.
Installation requires Forge only. Files are published for Minecraft 1.20.1 – 1.20.6, and the newest Forge file is 1.1-1.20.1 for 1.20.6. The code is under the MIT License, and the project is not open source. The author has said a Fabric port is under consideration, but no Fabric files exist yet.
Key features
Multiplying drops
The sword-like dagger increases the loot dropped by the mobs it defeats.
Ritual progression
The weapon is infused with ritual magic energy and advances through stages as it is used in combat.
Crafting-based growth
Crafting and experimentation shape how the dagger develops, and each level rewards continued use.
Adjustable strength
A configuration file controls how strong the weapon is, so the balance can be made gentler.
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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: The mod suits players who enjoy progression-based weapons with a strong, rewarding curve, and server owners who want to adjust that curve through the configuration file.
How it compares
Alchemical Power is also a Forge mod for 1.20.1, released under the MIT License and open source, and it runs on client and server. More Weapons! is a Forge mod for 1.20.1 under All rights reserved and not open source, also client and server. Dagger Enchantments is Forge only, covers 1.20.1 – 1.20.4 and is not open source. Alchemical Dagger is published for 1.20.1 – 1.20.6 and is not open source, so it reaches the newest of these versions.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alchemical Dagger | Forge | 1.20.1 – 1.20.6 | Client and server | 2026-02-10 |
| Alchemical Power | Forge | 1.20.1 | Client and server | 2026-09-28 |
| More Weapons! | Forge | 1.20.1 | Client and server | 2025-01-20 |
| Dagger Enchantments | Forge | 1.20.1 – 1.20.4 | Client and server | 2026-03-13 |
Questions
Does Alchemical Dagger need to be installed on the server?
Which Minecraft versions does Alchemical Dagger support?
Can the dagger's strength be reduced?
In the catalog
Alchemical Dagger is one of 7,216 Magic mods on ModsFinder, and one of 3,927 Magic mods for Forge. 11,154 mods support Minecraft 1.20.6.
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What the author says
Alchemical Dagger introduces a powerful progression-focused weapon infused with ritual magic and alchemical energy. Through careful crafting, kills, and ritual empowerment, your dagger grows stronger — rewarding dedication, experimentation, and mastery.
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/forge-alchemical-dagger
- Owner
- nixord
- Published
- 2026-02-10
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-02-10
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15