datboiwill's Cobblemon Icons for Maps: Bring Your Pokémon to Life on Xaero's and JourneyMap
Picture this: you're exploring a sprawling Cobblemon world, your Xaero's minimap or JourneyMap fullscreen map guiding you through dense forests and towering mountains. You spot a rare Pokémon on the map, but instead of a charming little sprite, you see a bland, generic placeholder icon. It breaks the immersion, doesn't it? datboiwill's Cobblemon Icons for Maps (dCIM) sweeps that frustration away, replacing those ugly default markers with official-looking, pixel-perfect Pokémon icons. Whether you're hunting for a specific creature or just admiring your map's newfound beauty, this resource pack transforms your cartography experience.
What Makes This Pack Stand Out
Unlike other icon packs that cover only a handful of species, dCIM goes all-in. It delivers a complete set of sprites for every single Pokémon in the National Pokédex, from Bulbasaur to Pecharunt. This forward-thinking approach means that even as the Cobblemon mod adds new creatures in future updates, the icons are likely already waiting in your resource pack folder. You won't have to scramble for an update the moment a new legendary drops—the files are ready to go.
Every Pokémon in the National Pokédex
The pack pulls sprites from trusted community sources, covering generations 1 through 9. When a Pokémon gets added to Cobblemon, the corresponding map icon appears automatically, no extra configuration needed. It works straight out of the box with both Xaero's Minimap and JourneyMap, so you can pick your favorite mapping mod without worrying about compatibility.
Unique Cobblemon Forms Included
dCIM doesn't stop at standard forms. It recognizes that Cobblemon introduces its own exclusive regional variants, Valencian forms, and other custom designs. The pack includes dedicated icons for these special appearances—like the Shulker Forretress and other Cobblemon-only sprites handcrafted by datboiwill. While a few obscure forms are still in the pipeline, the coverage is already impressively thorough, and future updates promise to fill the remaining gaps.
Installation Guide
Getting dCIM up and running is a breeze, even if you're new to Minecraft resource packs. Follow these simple steps:
- Download the dCIM.zip file from its official CurseForge or Modrinth page.
- Open your Minecraft installation's resourcepacks folder. You can do this manually or through the in-game menu: Options → Resource Packs → Open Pack Folder.
- Move the downloaded .zip file into that folder.
- In the Resource Packs menu, find dCIM.zip under "Available" and click the arrow to move it to the "Selected" column.
- Click Done, and you're all set.
For players who prefer a more streamlined approach, the foxygame.net launcher makes the process even simpler. This convenient, flexible, and modern Minecraft launcher lets you download resource packs and mods directly from its built-in menu, so you can grab dCIM without ever opening a file browser. It's a great way to keep your entire modded setup organized in one place.
Fine-Tuning Your Map Settings
To make sure every Pokémon icon renders correctly, you'll need to tweak a couple of options inside your mapping mod. The adjustments are minimal and well worth the effort.
Xaero's Minimap Settings
Open the minimap settings using the keybind found in Controls under "Xaero's Minimap". Then apply these changes:
- Entity Radar Settings → Display Icons: Always (necessary for icons to appear)
- Entity Name When Icon Fails: ON (helps with bug reports)
- Display Names: Always (optional but recommended)
JourneyMap Settings
Access the fullscreen map with its keybind (found under JourneyMap in Controls), then click the Options icon (second from the left at the bottom). Adjust the following:
- MiniMap Preset 1: Set Mob Display to Icons. Optionally disable Show Grid, Show Entity Names, and Show Passive Mob Names.
- Fullscreen Map: Same as above—set Mob Display to Icons and tweak the optional checkboxes to your liking.
With these settings, your map will proudly display every Cobblemon as a crisp, recognizable icon.
Shiny Icons Addon
By default, dCIM doesn't distinguish shiny Pokémon on the map. If you want that extra sparkle, grab the dCIM Shinier addon from the same download page. Once installed, place the addon above the base dCIM pack in your resource pack list to ensure it loads correctly. Now those elusive alternate-color Pokémon will have a visual indicator right on your map, making shiny hunts even more exciting.
Credits and Support
This pack stands on the shoulders of dedicated sprite artists. The Gen 1–8 sprites originate from the Pokesprite project, while Gen 9 sprites were sourced from community contributions and the pokemon-sprites repository. datboiwill personally crafted several Cobblemon-exclusive icons, including the Shulker Forretress. If you run into any issues—like a Pokémon icon failing to display—the best place to seek help is the official Discord server. The community there is active and quick to assist with bug reports and configuration questions.
Conclusion
datboiwill's Cobblemon Icons for Maps is an essential companion for any Cobblemon player who relies on Xaero's Minimap or JourneyMap. It erases the eyesore of placeholder icons and replaces them with a complete, future-proof set of Pokémon sprites that cover every species and many unique forms. Installation is painless, and with a few quick setting tweaks your map becomes a vibrant, informative tool that feels like a true Pokédex overlay. Whether you're a casual explorer or a dedicated shiny hunter, dCIM adds that layer of polish that makes your Minecraft world feel alive. Grab the pack, fire up your launcher—be it the classic vanilla one or the foxygame.net launcher for a more integrated experience—and let your map finally reflect the adventure you're having.