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Minecraft: Java Edition
1.21.8ā1.21.11
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WindLaunch Plugin
The WindLaunch Plugin is the server-side counterpart of the WindLaunch Fabric client mod.
It enables a simple handshake system to let compatible clients know whether they are allowed to use the WindLaunch features on a given server.
š§© Function
- Registers a Plugin Messaging Channel called
windlaunch:handshake - Listens for handshake messages from connected clients
- Sends back a one-byte response to allow the WindLaunch mod on the client
š” Handshake Protocol
| Code | Direction | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
1 (MSG_HELLO) |
Client ā Server | Client requests permission to use WindLaunch |
2 (MSG_OK) |
Server ā Client | Server allows WindLaunch for this player |
š§ Installation
- Place the plugin
.jarfile into your serverāspluginsfolder. - Start or reload your server.
- Verify the startup message appears:
š¬ļø WindLaunchPlugin enabled, registering messaging channel
š§ Technical Details
- Plugin Channel:
windlaunch:handshake - Class:
com.mod.windlaunch.WindLaunchPlugin - Depends on: Bukkit/Spigot/Paper (no external libraries)
- Java Version: 21
- No configuration files or commands
- One-way communication ā no responses other than the handshake result
š§© Compatibility
| Platform | Supported |
|---|---|
| Paper / Spigot / Bukkit | ā |
| Fabric Client (WindLaunch Mod) | ā |
| Other client mods | Ignored |



