🧟 ZomBuild: Evolution of the Undead

ZomBuild is a sophisticated AI-overhaul mod that transforms standard zombies from a simple nuisance into a persistent, strategic threat. No longer hindered by walls, pits, or traditional player defenses, these zombies possess the ability to adapt to their environment, build pathways to their prey, and dismantle any obstacle in their path.

🛠 Key Features

🏗 Intelligent Construction

Obstacles that once offered safety are now merely building opportunities for the undead.

Vertical Pillaring: If a target is positioned above, the zombie will jump and place cobblestone blocks beneath itself to ascend. Bridge Building: Upon detecting a gap or ravine between itself and the player, the zombie will construct a bridge to continue the pursuit.

🔨 Dynamic Destruction

Your fortress is no longer impenetrable.

Breaching Walls: If a direct path is blocked, zombies will methodically mine through blocks to create a breach. Vertical Mining: If the player is hiding below ground, zombies will dig straight down to reach them.

🚫 Anti-Trap Mechanics (Vehicle Egress)

Zombies have evolved to recognize and nullify common player traps.

Instant Dismount: Zombies will immediately exit boats or minecarts if they are forced into them. Vehicle Neutralization: Upon exiting a vehicle, the zombie prioritizes attacking and destroying it to ensure it can no longer be used as a restraint.

👁 Enhanced Perception (X-Ray Sense)

Zombies now possess an innate sense of survivor presence. They can track players through any solid material within a 16-block radius, ignoring standard line-of-sight limitations.

🌑 Light Suppression

The undead prefer the dark. When not actively pursuing a player, zombies will seek out and destroy torches and other light sources, systematically plunging your base into darkness before a siege.

⚙️ Technical Overview

Goal Prioritization: The AI utilizes a strict hierarchy of tasks: breaking restraints first, followed by direct combat, and finally construction/destruction. Performance Optimized: The mod is written with server performance in mind, utilizing asynchronous logic where possible to minimize TPS impact. Diurnal Adaptation: Zombies under the ZomBuild AI do not burn in sunlight, making them a constant threat regardless of the time of day.

📋 Requirements

Game Version: Minecraft 1.20.1 Mod Loader: Forge , Fabric , NeoForge