NeoRuby
by aresinhoo
NeoRuby is a NeoForge world generation mod that adds a full ruby progression, from ore found underground through tools, armor and decorative blocks.
What it does
Ruby Ore generates underground between y 40 and y -64. Mining it, smelting the ruby and crafting from it forms the core loop, and the mod supplies a complete tool set (pickaxe, axe, sword, shovel and hoe) along with a full armor set of helmet, chestplate, leggings and boots. Cosmetic blocks such as the Ruby Block and Ruby Brick Block round out the progression for building.
NeoRuby is aimed at players who want a modern take on a childhood style of ruby content, and at large modpack authors looking for a clean, vanilla-friendly addition. A hidden detail rewards more advanced blacksmiths: a ruby smelted twice behaves differently. Advancements track progress through the progression.
The mod needs a NeoForge build that matches Minecraft 1.21.1. Installation covers the server and each player's game. Files are published for NeoForge 1.21.1 only, with 1.0.0 as the latest file, released on 2026-07-09 under All rights reserved, so it is not open source.
Key features
Ruby ore generation
Ruby ore appears underground in a set height band, giving players a reason to explore lower layers.
Complete tool set
Pickaxe, axe, sword, shovel and hoe are all made from ruby, covering the common tool needs.
Full armor set
Helmet, chestplate, leggings and boots complete the ruby equipment line.
Cosmetic ruby blocks
Ruby Block and Ruby Brick Block serve as decorative building materials.
Advancement tracking
Advancements follow the progression from mining through crafting, so players can see how far they have come.
Gallery
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 a ruby-themed progression on NeoForge 1.21.1, and server owners who need a clean addition that keeps vanilla behavior.
How it compares
Ruby Ore Mod is a NeoForge mod for 1.21.4, released under All rights reserved and not open source, and it does not cover 1.21.1. More Tools&Armor Remastered is a NeoForge mod released under the Apache License 2.0, with files for 1.21.1 – 1.21.8, so it shares NeoRuby's version but adds tools and armor across more materials. Restored Rubies is a NeoForge mod for 1.21.8 only, which leaves 1.21.1 out of its range.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NeoRuby | NeoForge | 1.21.1 | Client and server | 2026-07-09 |
| Ruby Ore Mod | NeoForge | 1.21.4 | Client and server | 2025-12-10 |
| More Tools&Armor Remastered | NeoForge | 1.21.1 – 1.21.8 | Client and server | 2026-03-15 |
| Restored Rubies | NeoForge | 1.21.8 | Client and server | 2026-03-23 |
Questions
Which loader does NeoRuby require?
Does the server need NeoRuby?
Can NeoRuby be used on other game versions?
In the catalog
NeoRuby is one of 8,515 World generation mods on ModsFinder, and one of 4,175 World generation mods for NeoForge. 32,366 mods support Minecraft 1.21.1.
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What the author says
Ruby Ore, found between y 40 to y -64 Ruby, Ruby Block, Ruby Brick, and Ruby Brick Block Full tool set: Pickaxe, Axe, Sword, Shovel, Hoe Full armor set: Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, Boots A wonderful fluid for you, if you dedicate yourself! Advancements to track your work Clean and vanilla friendly, and will be…
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/neoruby
- Owner
- aresinhoo
- Published
- 2026-07-02
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-07-09
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15