Simple Katanas
by Morris-23
Simple Katanas adds six katana swords to Fabric for 1.21.1, with timing-based parries that players perform during combat.
What it does
Six katanas are added, one for each tier from wood to netherite, and each can be crafted through its own recipe; the netherite version is made by upgrading the diamond katana at a smithing table. Combat centers on timed parries: a sword raised at the right moment blocks an incoming attack, and a perfect parry inside a narrow window gives a stronger response. Sounds and visual effects mark each parry so players can read the timing.
The mod needs Fabric API, and it runs on Fabric Loader for Minecraft 1.21.1. Both the client and the server need Simple Katanas, so players and the server run the same build. The code is licensed under the MIT License and is not open source.
Key features
Six katana tiers
Katanas are made in wood, stone, gold, iron, diamond and netherite, each with its own recipe.
Timed parries
Raising the katana at the right moment blocks attacks, and a perfect parry window rewards precise timing.
Feedback for each parry
Sounds and visual effects confirm a successful parry, so the timing can be read during combat.
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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.
Requirements
Dependencies declared by the latest file for each loader.
Required 1
Questions
Does Simple Katanas need Fabric API?
Does the server need Simple Katanas?
Which game versions does Simple Katanas support?
In the catalog
Simple Katanas is one of 17,631 Equipment mods on ModsFinder, and one of 8,894 Equipment mods for Fabric. 32,366 mods support Minecraft 1.21.1.
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What the author says
A Fabric mod that adds timing-based katana combat to Minecraft, featuring parries, perfect parry windows, visual feedback, custom sounds, and balanced, skill-focused gameplay. Wood, stone, gold, iron, diamond and netherite ### - Custom crafting recipes
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/simple-katanas
- Owner
- Morris-23
- Published
- 2026-02-10
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-02-10
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15