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In Minecraft, components are a new tool to play with that have a crucial role in defining and manipulating the properties of in-game items. The Kore library provides a comprehensive and user-friendly way to work with these components, enabling you to create custom items with ease. This article will guide you through the process of using components with Kore, showcasing examples and best practices.

linkCreating Custom Items with Components

Let's delve into creating custom items with various components using Kore. Below are examples of how to define and manipulate item properties such as attribute modifiers, enchantments, and more.

linkAttribute Modifiers

Attribute modifiers allow you to alter the attributes of an item, such as increasing damage or changing the scale. Here's how to define a stone sword with an attribute modifier using Kore:

import io.github.ayfri.kore.arguments.types.literals.randomUUID
import io.github.ayfri.kore.commands.AttributeModifierOperation
import io.github.ayfri.kore.generated.Items
import io.github.ayfri.kore.generated.Attributes

val uuid = randomUUID()
val attributeModifiersTest = Items.STONE_SWORD {
	attributeModifiers {
		modifier(
			type = Attributes.SCALE,
			amount = 1.0,
			name = "Big!",
			operation = AttributeModifierOperation.ADD_VALUE,
			uuid = uuid,
		)
	}
}
Kotlin

linkEnchantments

You can add enchantments to items to give them special abilities. Here’s an example of adding the Sharpness enchantment to a stone sword:

import io.github.ayfri.kore.generated.Enchantments

val enchantmentsTest = Items.STONE_SWORD {
	enchantments(mapOf(Enchantments.SHARPNESS to 5))
}
Kotlin

linkCustom Names and Lore

Custom names and lore can be added to items to give them unique identifiers and background stories:

import io.github.ayfri.kore.arguments.chatcomponents.textComponent
import io.github.ayfri.kore.arguments.colors.Color

val customNameTest = Items.STONE_SWORD {
	customName(textComponent("Legendary Sword", Color.AQUA))
}
Kotlin

linkFireworks

You can define the properties of fireworks, including the shape and colors of the explosions:

import io.github.ayfri.kore.generated.FireworkExplosionShape
import io.github.ayfri.kore.arguments.colors.Color

val fireworksTest = Items.FIREWORK_ROCKET {
	fireworks(flightDuration = 1) {
		explosion(FireworkExplosionShape.BURST) {
			colors(Color.AQUA)
			fadeColors(Color.BLACK, Color.WHITE)
			hasTrail = true
			hasFlicker = true
		}
	}
}
Kotlin

linkCustom Block Data

You can define custom properties for blocks using block entity data. Here's an example of adding custom data to a bee nest block:

import io.github.ayfri.kore.generated.Blocks
import io.github.ayfri.kore.generated.Items

val blockEntityDataTest = Items.BEE_NEST {
	blockEntityData(Blocks.BEE_NEST) {
		this["test"] = "test"
	}
}
Kotlin

linkRecipes result with components

You can define recipes with components as well. Here's an example of crafting a custom enchanted golden apple using a shaped recipe:

recipes {
	craftingShaped("enchanted_golden_apple") {
		pattern(
			"GGG",
			"GAG",
			"GGG"
		)

		key("G", Items.GOLD_BLOCK)
		key("A", Items.APPLE)

		result(Items.ENCHANTED_GOLDEN_APPLE {
			food(
				nutrition = 10,
				saturation = 5.0f,
			) {
				effect(
					probability = 1f,
					id = Effects.REGENERATION,
					duration = 40,
					amplifier = 1,
					ambient = true,
					showParticles = true,
					showIcon = true
				)
			}
		})
	}
}
Kotlin

linkExample Usage

To give yourself an item with custom components using the /give command, you can define the item and its components as shown in the following example:

import io.github.ayfri.kore.generated.Items
import io.github.ayfri.kore.utils.set

// Define the item with a custom name
val customStone = Items.STONE {
	fireResistant()
	customName(textComponent("Special Stone", Color.AQUA))
	rarity(Rarities.EPIC)
	lore(
		textComponent("A stone with special properties.", Color.GRAY) +
			text("Use it wisely!", Color.GRAY)
	)
}

// Use the /give command to give the item to yourself
give(self(), customStone)
Kotlin

This example creates a custom stone item with a special name "Special Stone" in aqua color and gives it to the player using the /give command.

linkCustom Component

You can create custom components by extending the CustomComponent class. Here's an example of a custom component that adds a custom attribute to an item:

package your.package

import io.github.ayfri.kore.arguments.components.ComponentsScope
import io.github.ayfri.kore.arguments.components.types.CustomComponent
import io.github.ayfri.kore.arguments.types.resources.FunctionArgument
import io.github.ayfri.kore.arguments.types.resources.SoundArgument
import io.github.ayfri.kore.utils.nbt
import kotlinx.serialization.Serializable
import kotlinx.serialization.SerialName

@Serializable
data class UseComponent(
	var function: FunctionArgument,
	@SerialName("durability_damages") // properties aren't renamed to snake_case because of a limitation in KNBT library
	var durabilityDamages: Int? = null, // optional property, equals to 0 in Minecraft
	var cooldown: Float? = null, // optional property, equals to 0 in Minecraft
	var consume: Boolean? = null, // optional property, equals to false in Minecraft
	var sound: SoundArgument? = null, // optional property, equals to null in Minecraft
) : CustomComponent(
	nbt {
		this["function"] = function
		this["damage"] = damage
		this["cooldown"] = cooldown
		this["consume"] = consume
		this["sound"] = sound
	}
)

fun ComponentsScope.use(
	function: FunctionArgument,
	damage: Int? = null,
	cooldown: Float? = null,
	consume: Boolean? = null,
	sound: SoundArgument? = null,
) = apply {
	this["use_component"] = UseComponent(function, damage, cooldown, consume, sound)
}
Kotlin

And here's how you can use this custom component in an item definition:

import io.github.ayfri.kore.generated.Items
import io.github.ayfri.kore.generated.Sounds
import your.package.use

val customItem = Items.DIAMOND_SWORD {
	val myFunction = function("use_weapon") {
		// Your function code here.
	}

	use(
		function = myFunction,
		durabilityDamages = 4,
		cooldown = 1.5f,
		sound = Sounds.Entity.Player.Attack.CRIT1
	)
}
// Result:
minecraft:diamond_sword[use_component ={ function:"datapack:use_weapon", damage:4, cooldown:1.5f, sound:"entity/player/attack/crit1" }]
Kotlin

linkConclusion

Components are a powerful tool for customizing Minecraft objects, and the Kore library makes it easier than ever to work with these components programmatically. Whether you're adding custom attributes, enchantments, or creating complex items with multiple components, Kore provides a robust and intuitive API for enhancing your Minecraft experience.

By following the examples and practices outlined in this article, you can leverage the full potential of components in your Minecraft projects, creating richer and more engaging content for players.

Happy crafting!