HeadLoot
Collecting heads in Minecraft has always been a badge of honor, but vanilla mechanics make it a frustrating grind. Charged Creepers, rare drops, and no way to get player heads without commands. HeadLoot changes everything. This lightweight plugin turns every kill into a potential trophy, letting you decorate your base with the heads of fallen friends and fearsome mobs alike.
What Is HeadLoot?
HeadLoot is a simple yet powerful add-on that makes players and mobs drop their heads upon death. No complicated setups, no command blocks, just pure head-hunting fun. Whether you run a survival server, a PvP arena, or a private world with friends, HeadLoot adds a collectible layer that rewards combat and exploration.
How HeadLoot Works
Once installed, HeadLoot listens for death events and rolls the dice. When a player dies, their head drops with the correct skin and name, so you can mount it on a wall and remember the moment. For mobs, the plugin uses a configurable chance system. By default, every mob kill has a 10% probability of dropping its head. You can tweak this in the configuration file to make heads rarer or more common, depending on your server's style.
Player Heads
Player heads are the star of the show. Whenever a player is killed, HeadLoot guarantees a 100% drop rate. The head retains the player's skin and displays their username in the item lore, making it a perfect trophy for PvP victories or a hilarious memento after a creeper accident. No more relying on charged creepers or admin commands to get a friend's head.
Mob Heads
Mob heads drop with a 10% chance by default, but you can adjust this in the config. The supported mobs include classic favorites and some harder-to-find variants:
- Zombie
- Skeleton
- Wither Skeleton
- Creeper
- Ender Dragon
- Piglin
Each head uses the correct texture and name, so your trophy room will look authentic. The Ender Dragon head is especially satisfying to mount after a long fight.
Compatibility and Requirements
HeadLoot is designed for modern Minecraft servers. It runs on Paper and its forks, supporting Minecraft versions 1.21 and above. The plugin requires Java 21 or newer to function smoothly. This ensures optimal performance and compatibility with the latest server software. If you're running an older setup, you'll need to update your server jar and Java version before adding HeadLoot.
How to Install HeadLoot
Installing HeadLoot is straightforward. First, make sure your server is running a compatible Paper build. Then, download HeadLoot from your preferred plugin source. Place the JAR file into your server's plugins folder and restart the server. HeadLoot will generate a default configuration file where you can adjust drop chances and enable or disable specific mob heads. If you use the foxygame.net launcher, you can skip the manual download entirely — just browse the add-on catalog, find HeadLoot, and install it with one click. The launcher also handles version compatibility checks and auto-updates, so you never miss a new feature or bug fix.
Why Use HeadLoot?
HeadLoot brings a fresh incentive to combat. Instead of avoiding fights, players actively seek out mobs and each other to grow their head collection. It's perfect for economy servers where heads can be sold, or for roleplay servers where a wall of heads tells a story. The plugin is lightweight, meaning it won't lag your server even with dozens of players online. Configuration is minimal, and the default settings work well out of the box.
Customization Options
HeadLoot's config file lets you fine-tune the experience. You can change the drop chance for each mob individually, disable heads for certain entities, or even make all mobs drop heads 100% of the time for a chaotic event. The plugin also respects game rules, so you can toggle head drops per world using standard Minecraft commands.
Why HeadLoot Stands Out
Unlike other head-dropping plugins, HeadLoot is built with performance in mind. It hooks into Paper's optimized event system, avoiding unnecessary overhead. The player head feature uses the correct skin data, so you won't end up with generic Steve heads. And because it's a plugin, not a mod, players don't need to install anything client-side — it just works for everyone on the server.
Getting Started with HeadLoot
Ready to add trophy heads to your world? Download HeadLoot and drop it into your server's plugin folder. Restart, and you're done. The default settings are balanced, but you can tweak them to your liking. Whether you're running a hardcore survival server or a casual creative world, HeadLoot for Minecraft adds a rewarding collectible element that keeps players engaged. Start hunting, and fill your halls with the heads of your greatest victories.