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Balm

Mod

by BlayTheNinth

Abstraction Layer for Multi-Loader Mods

Type

Mod

CurseForge Downloads

269,116,261

CurseForge ID

531761

Modrinth Downloads

63,821,161

Modrinth ID

MBAkmtvl

Last Updated

Nov 6, 2026

Description

Balm is a library mod for mod developers that simplifies the process of creating multi-loader mods by providing common interfaces and events and removing the need for most mod-loader specific code.

It is not a magic solution for running Forge and Fabric mods together. As a user, you only need to install this mod if you use a mod that requires it.

Versions for Minecraft 1.16 and below are not needed - mods will run without Balm on those versions!

Key Points

  • No custom Gradle tooling, official mod loader plugins only
  • Uses Mojang Mappings, supports Jared's Multiloader-Template
  • All-inclusive from networking to configs, no third party dependencies
  • Battle-tested across Blay's 20+ mods ranging from content additions to quality of life utilities
  • Supports NeoForge and Fabric without duplicate code
  • Snapshot builds for pre-releases and release candidates
  • Unified support for Third Party Mods like Curios or Jade
  • Available on CurseForge and Modrinth (incl. Third Party Access)

How to make a mod with Balm (as a mod developer)

Compatibility

Mod Loaders

Fabric Forge Neoforge

Game Versions

1.18 1.18.1 1.18.2 1.19 1.19.1 1.19.2 1.19.3 1.19.4 1.20 1.20.1 +20 more

Recommended Gear

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Hardware and extras that pair well with this mod.

Mini PC for self-hosting

Mini PC for Self-Hosting

A low-power box that can sit in a cupboard and run a modded server around the clock.

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External Resources

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