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Reliable Remover

by evanbones

With Reliable Remover installed, a modpack creator can ban items or block their use by editing plain JSON files, without writing scripts.

FabricForgeNeoForgeClient and serverMIT LicenseOpen source1.19.2 – 26.3

What it does

Rules are written as JSON and placed in config files. Each rule names the items, blocks or interactions to remove, and the mod removes them from crafting, tags, villager trades and loot tables. Reliable Recipes is required, and Fabric API is required on Fabric. Client and server both run the mod, so every player on a server needs it as well.

The mod is published for Fabric, Forge and NeoForge across the range 1.19.2 – 26.3, with snapshot builds also published. The code is open source under the MIT License, and the project has a public source repository, issue tracker and wiki. The wiki carries the full feature list and usage examples.

Key features

  1. JSON-based item removal

    Items and blocks are removed or restricted through standard JSON rule files, without any scripting.

  2. Automatic tag and recipe removal

    Removing an item also clears the item and block tags and the recipes that produce it.

  3. Villager trade and loot table removal

    Rules can take items out of villager trades and loot tables, with separate handling for each.

  4. Live config reloading

    Running /reload applies changes to the rule files without restarting the game.

  5. Regex matching with precompiled rules

    Rules can match by regular expression, and blacklist patterns are precompiled before use.

Compatibility

Latest build for each game version and loader.

26.x5 of 5 versions with builds
26.33.6.0+26.3-fabricNot available3.6.0+26.3-neoforge
26.23.6.0+26.2-fabricNot available3.6.0+26.2-neoforge
26.1.23.6.0+26.1.2-fabricNot available3.6.0+26.1.2-neoforge
26.1.13.6.0+26.1.2-fabricNot available3.6.0+26.1.2-neoforge
26.13.6.0+26.1.2-fabricNot available3.6.0+26.1.2-neoforge
1.21.x2 of 2 versions with builds
1.21.13.6.0+1.21.1-fabricNot available3.6.0+1.21.1-neoforge
1.213.6.0+1.21.1-fabricNot available3.6.0+1.21.1-neoforge
1.20.x1 of 1 version with builds
1.20.13.6.0+1.20.1-fabric3.6.0+1.20.1-forgeNot available
1.19.x1 of 1 version with builds
1.19.23.6.0+1.19.2-fabric3.6.0+1.19.2-forgeNot available
ReleaseBetaAlphaNot available

This mod also publishes snapshot builds. Snapshots are not shown in the matrix.

Requirements

Dependencies declared by the latest file for each loader.

Required 2

Reliable RecipesA lightweight utility for recipe and tag manipulation via simple JSON configuration
Required
Fabric APILightweight and modular API providing common hooks and intercompatibility measures utilized by mods using the Fabric toolchain.
Required

Optional 4

Reliable Recipe Viewer (RRV)A recipe viewer for the latest versions of Minecraft, rebuilt from EIV and designed to be configured.
Optional
YetAnotherConfigLib (YACL)A builder-based configuration library for Minecraft!
Optional
EMIA featureful and accessible item and recipe viewer
Optional
Mod MenuAdds a mod menu to view the list of mods you have installed.
Optional

Use cases

Modpack bans

A modpack creator removes items that conflict with the intended progression.

Who it’s for: Modpack creators and server owners who want to ban items or restrict interactions without writing code.

How it compares

Full comparison

Phantom Remover is for Forge and NeoForge only, covering 1.20.1 – 26.1.2, and is licensed as All rights reserved, so its code is not open source. Client Effect Remover is a Fabric client-side mod for 1.21 – 1.21.4 under the GNU General Public License v3.0 only, so players install it while servers do not. Armor Remover targets Forge for 1.19.2 – 1.19.4 and is also licensed as All rights reserved.

ModLoadersGame versionsEnvironmentUpdated
Reliable RemoverFabric, Forge and NeoForge1.19.2 – 26.3Client and server2026-10-14
Phantom RemoverForge and NeoForge1.20.1 – 26.1.2Client and server2026-08-05
Client Effect RemoverFabric1.21 – 1.21.4Client-side only2024-12-14
Armor RemoverForge1.19.2 – 1.19.4Client and server2023-09-22

Questions

Does Reliable Remover need Reliable Recipes?

Yes. Reliable Recipes is a required dependency, so it must be installed alongside Reliable Remover on every loader.

Must the server run Reliable Remover?

Yes. Installation covers the server and each player's game.

Can Reliable Remover be configured with EMI installed?

Yes. EMI is optional, and the mod integrates with it on all loaders and versions it supports.

More from evanbones

All projects
Reconnectible Chains1.20.1 – 26.3Field Guide1.20.1 – 26.3Reliable EMI (REMI)1.20 – 1.21.1Reliable Advancements1.20.1 – 26.3Reliable Recipes1.19.2 – 26.3Reliable Replacer1.20.1 – 26.3

What the author says

A lightweight utility designed for completely removing items or blocking interactions through simple JSON configuration. This mod allows modpack creators to effortlessly ban items or restrict their usage using standard JSON files, without the need for complex scripts. I'm glad you asked! I made Reliable Remover…
evanbones, on the Modrinth page

Official listing

Owner
evanbones
Published
2026-01-04
Updated on Modrinth
2026-10-14
Facts verified
2026-10-15
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