Tools On My Back (TOMB) - 3D Tool Display Mod

Tools On My Back is a client-side modification that displays the last used tool on your character's back, adding visual immersion and creating the appearance of an experienced adventurer.

Video Showcase

How It Works

The mod automatically detects the last activated tool (sword, pickaxe, axe, and other items) and visually places it on your character's back. The effect is visible only to you and doesn't load the server with additional data.

Compatibility and Features

Works with Other Mods

• Seamless integration with popular mods
• Support for custom items from various additions

Multiplayer Mode

• Fully client-side implementation — visible only to you
• No server installation required
• No network performance impact

Customization with Resource Packs

• Support for custom model resource packs
• Display customization through resource packs

Item Placement Configuration

Hand Placement Demonstration

Right Hand

Left Hand

Parameter Settings

⚙️ Note: Basic settings can be changed in the game's YACL menu. However, adding new items to the tools list currently requires manual editing of the config file.

Configuration File

The main configuration file is located at: /config/tools-on-my-back.json5

{
  "enableMod": true,
  "renderWithCape": true,
  "renderWithElytra": true,
  "tools": [
    {
      "itemId": "minecraft:diamond_sword",
      "group": "BACK",
      "is3DModel": false,
      "scale": 1,
      "angle": 0,
      "offsetX": 0.0,
      "offsetY": 0.0,
      "offsetZ": 0
    },
    {
      "itemId": "farmersdelight:skillet",
      "group": "BACK",
      "is3DModel": true,
      "scale": 1.2,
      "angle": 157.5,
      "offsetX": 0.0,
      "offsetY": 0.0,
      "offsetZ": -0.040625
    },
    {
      // YOUR ITEMS
    }
  ]
}

Parameter	Description
itemId	Full item identifier (e.g., minecraft:diamond_sword or my_mod:my_item).
group	Current setting "BACK" — doesn't affect behavior yet
is3DModel	Set to true for 3D item models (like shields)
scale	Controls the overall size of displayed item
angle	Item rotation angle (in degrees)
offsetX offsetY offsetZ	Adjusts item position relative to player's back

The mod continues active development, adding new features and improvements for gameplay.