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NoShields
A lightweight Paper plugin that blocks all shield crafting, equipping, and usage.
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Project overview
**NoShields** is a lightweight and comprehensive plugin for Paper/Purpur servers designed to completely prevent players from crafting, obtaining, or using shields. It's perfect for servers wanting to create a more fast-paced or classic PvP environment. ## **🛡️ Features** - **_Block Crafting_**: Prevents players from crafting shields in a crafting table or their inventory. - **_Block Equipping_**: Stops players from equipping shields in their off-hand (or main hand) via inventory clicks or the swap key. - **_Block Pickup_**: Prevents players from picking up shield items from the ground. - **_Block Villager Trades_**: Removes shield trades from villagers, preventing them from being acquired. - **_Remove on Startup_**: Scans player inventories when the plugin starts and removes any existing shields. - **_Fully Configurable_**: Every feature can be toggled on or off, and all player-facing messages can be customized in the config.yml. ## **🔌 Compatibility** - **Server**: Paper / Purpur - **Version**: 1.21.x
FreeMinecraftMods decision guide
This mod is most relevant to players looking for equipment, game mechanics, utility on paper, purpur. Treat those labels as discovery hints, then verify the exact file and dependency list on the official project page.
The source record was updated on Nov 4, 2025. Check the changelog and file page to see whether that update applies to the version and loader you plan to use.
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Compatibility at a glance
Minecraft versions in this snapshot: 1.21, 1.21.1, 1.21.2, 1.21.3, 1.21.4, 1.21.5, 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8, 1.21.9, 1.21.10
Loaders and platforms: paper, purpur
Before you install
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