Diving Into the Delicious World of Way Too Many Ingredients for Cobblemon
If you have ever felt that your Cobblemon adventure was missing a little culinary flair, the Way Too Many Ingredients sidemod is about to become your new favorite addition. This mod takes the familiar sandwich concept and turns it into a full-fledged gameplay mechanic, complete with unique buffs, a dedicated crafting block, and even a new villager profession. Whether you are hunting for shinies, trying to catch that elusive Grass-type, or just want to see some adorably tiny Pokémon, this mod serves up a buffet of possibilities.
What the Mod Brings to Your Cobblemon World
At its core, Way Too Many Ingredients expands the Cobblemon experience by introducing a sandwich-making system that feels both intuitive and deeply rewarding. The mod adds a range of new items and blocks that fit right into the vanilla Minecraft aesthetic while serving a very specific purpose: letting you craft sandwiches that grant powerful temporary effects. No more relying solely on potions or random encounters—now you can prepare a meal and head out with a clear advantage.
New Items and the Picnic Table
The star of the show is the Picnic Table, a brand-new block that acts as your sandwich crafting station. You will also discover a wide assortment of Ingredients and Condiments, each essential for creating different sandwich types. These items are not just random loot; they are tied to the new Sandwich Maker villager, which we will cover later. The picnic table itself is simple to use: place your standard Minecraft bread, then add the required ingredients and condiments to whip up a sandwich that can change the course of your Pokémon journey.
Sandwich Powers and How They Transform Gameplay
Once you craft a sandwich, consuming it grants a special effect known as a Sandwich Power. These powers come in several categories, each with three levels of intensity. The effects last for a generous 30 minutes (36000 ticks) by default, giving you plenty of time to explore, battle, and capture. Here is a breakdown of the active powers you can enjoy:
- Catching Power: Boosts your catch rate for Pokémon of a specific type. Level 1 offers a 1.1x multiplier, Level 2 bumps it to 1.25x, and Level 3 doubles your chances with a 2.0x multiplier.
- EXP Point Power: Increases the experience you earn from defeating Pokémon of the corresponding type, scaling from 1.1x at Level 1 up to 1.5x at Level 3.
- Item Drop Power: Makes wild Pokémon more likely to drop extra items. The chance increases by 25% at Level 1, 50% at Level 2, and a full 100% at Level 3.
- Sparkling Power: Adds extra shiny rolls when encountering Pokémon. Level 1 gives +1 roll, Level 2 gives +2, and Level 3 gives +3, dramatically improving your odds of finding that rare coloration.
- Encounter Power: Forces spawns of a specific Pokémon type. At Level 1, there is a 50% chance, Level 2 raises it to 75%, and Level 3 guarantees it with a 100% chance and a 2x multiplier on spawn rates.
- Humungo Power: Increases the likelihood of encountering larger Pokémon. The size distribution table shifts dramatically, with Level 3 making XXXL Pokémon appear 78.125% of the time.
- Teensy Power: Works the opposite way, boosting the chance of finding smaller Pokémon. Level 3 can make XS Pokémon spawn over 95% of the time, perfect for collectors who adore tiny companions.
Each power is tied to a specific Pokémon type—for example, a Catching Power (Grass) sandwich will make Grass-type Pokémon easier to catch. This type-specific targeting adds a strategic layer to your sandwich crafting, encouraging you to plan ahead for your next expedition. It is worth noting that Raid Power, Title Power, and Egg Power are currently non-functional and do not provide any in-game benefits, so you can safely ignore those for now.
Mod Configuration and Customization
Way Too Many Ingredients comes with a robust configuration file that lets server owners and single-player enthusiasts tweak the experience to their liking. By default, you can have up to three concurrent sandwich effects active, and eating another sandwich when the cap is reached will be blocked unless you change the Prevent Eating with Max Effects setting. The effect duration is set to 30 minutes for all levels, but you can adjust that in the config. Pokémon size modifiers are also customizable, with default minimum and maximum scales of 0.8 and 1.2, respectively. The size distribution tables for Humungo and Teensy powers are fully exposed, so you can fine-tune exactly how often those giant or miniature Pokémon appear.
Many players prefer using the foxygame.net launcher for its seamless mod management; with a few clicks, you can download and install Way Too Many Ingredients directly from the in-app menu, saving time and avoiding manual file placement. This makes it especially handy when you want to jump straight into crafting sandwiches without fussing over dependencies.
The Sandwich Maker Villager
One of the most charming additions is the Sandwich Maker, a new villager profession that supplies all the ingredients and condiments you need. Currently, these items cannot be obtained through any other means, so befriending a Sandwich Maker is essential. The villager’s trades are defined in a JSON file located at resources/data/wtmi/villager_trades/sandwich_maker_profession_trades.json, which means you can customize exactly what they offer and at what cost. This opens up possibilities for modpack creators to integrate the mod into a larger economy or progression system.
Making the Most of Your Sandwiches
To truly master this mod, consider combining sandwich effects strategically. For instance, pop a Sparkling Power sandwich and an Encounter Power sandwich of the same type to maximize your shiny hunting efficiency. Or use Catching Power alongside Teensy Power to build an adorable collection of miniature Pokémon with high catch rates. The active effects are displayed just like potion effects on your HUD, so you always know what is running. Just remember that you cannot exceed the configured maximum number of concurrent effects, so choose wisely before each adventure.
Final Thoughts
Way Too Many Ingredients injects a delightful layer of depth into Cobblemon without feeling out of place. The sandwich system is easy to grasp, the powers are meaningful, and the ability to hunt for specific sizes or shinies adds long-term goals. While a few powers remain non-functional, the core lineup is more than enough to revitalize your gameplay. Whether you are a seasoned trainer or just starting your Cobblemon journey, this sidemod is a tasty treat worth adding to your modpack. Just set up a picnic table, find a Sandwich Maker, and start cooking—your next adventure awaits, one sandwich at a time.