Kings of the mountains
Have you ever wanted to build a city, raise an army, and rule a nation in Minecraft? That is exactly the fantasy behind Kings of the mountains, a Towny-inspired modpack that mixes nation-building, military vehicles, and heavy industry into one ambitious experience. The creator drew inspiration from a Project Towny Reddit post and decided to craft a personal take on the concept, and the result is a pack that rewards planning, cooperation, and a healthy appetite for logistics.
What Makes Kings of the mountains Special
At its core, this pack is a server or modpack where players get to create and grow their own cities. Instead of wandering alone, you join a settlement, expand its borders, and compete or cooperate with neighboring nations. The nation theme is reinforced by a carefully chosen set of tech mods that fit the industrial and political atmosphere.
The centerpiece, however, is the MTS/IV mod and its addons. This is what gives Kings of the mountains its identity: functional vehicles, military hardware, and the tools you need to move troops, haul cargo, and defend your territory in style. If you have ever wanted to run a convoy across your own nation, this pack was built for you.
Tech Mods That Fit the Nation Theme
The mod list leans into industry and automation, which makes sense when your city needs factories, power, and infrastructure. Notable inclusions are:
- Immersive Engineering for multiblock machines and that satisfying industrial aesthetic
- EnderIO for conduits, machines, and compact automation
- Open Computers for programmable systems and advanced control
- AE2 plus RS for storage networks and item management
- Thermal mods for reliable power generation and processing
- CC:T for in-game programming and computer-driven builds
One deliberate omission is Mekanism, and the reason is simple: steel production would be far too easy. By leaving it out, the pack keeps resource chains meaningful and encourages players to actually build out their industrial base rather than skipping ahead. It is a small design decision with a big impact on pacing.
Server Tools and Multiplayer Features
Kings of the mountains is clearly designed with multiplayer in mind. The pack includes Dynmap, so you can view your growing cities on a live web map and plan expansions without guessing where the borders sit. ClaimIt handles land protection, and its Dynmap integration means your claims show up visually for everyone on the server.
There is also the classic currency mod, which opens the door to player-run economies. You can tax citizens, pay builders, trade resources between nations, or fund a war effort. Combined with Towny-style claims, this creates a loop where politics, economics, and construction all feed into each other.
Supported Versions and Loader
Kings of the mountains is built for Minecraft 1.12.2 and runs on the Forge loader. That version remains a favorite for large tech packs because of its deep mod ecosystem, and this pack takes full advantage of it. If you are running a server, make sure your host supports Forge 1.12.2 and allocate enough RAM, since the combination of tech mods, vehicles, and map tools is fairly heavy.
If you would rather skip manual setup, the foxygame.net launcher offers a one-click install for Kings of the mountains, handling the correct Forge version and dependencies automatically so you can get straight to building your first settlement.
How to Install Kings of the mountains
Getting started is straightforward, whether you play solo or join a server.
- Install a launcher that supports Forge modpacks, such as the official Minecraft launcher with Forge, CurseForge, or a third-party launcher.
- Download Kings of the mountains from its official project page or your preferred modpack source.
- Import the pack and let it install the matching Forge 1.12.2 profile.
- Allocate at least 6 GB of RAM for smooth performance with vehicles and Dynmap running.
- Launch the game, create or join a server, and claim your first plot of land.
Once inside, your priorities should be food, a claim, and a basic power source. From there, work toward Immersive Engineering or Thermal machines so you can produce the materials your city needs. Vehicles from MTS/IV come later, but they are worth the wait.
Tips for New Nation Builders
Start small and think long term. Pick a biome with room to expand, set up a reliable power grid early, and use AE2 or RS to keep your storage organized before it spirals out of control. Coordinate with neighbors, because trade agreements often beat open conflict when resources are scarce. Finally, use Dynmap to scout terrain and avoid building your capital in a spot you will regret later.
Final Thoughts
Kings of the mountains delivers a rare combination: city building, industrial progression, and vehicular warfare in a single package. It is not a lightweight experience, but for players who want politics, factories, and territory to matter, it offers a sandbox with real depth. Gather some friends, claim your land, and see who ends up ruling the mountains.
