Several talented Creators have created "Add On" Resource Packs with "breed" models, or custom features (ie mane variations).

• Packs may include one option (ie Arabian or Fjord)
• Packs may support multiple breeds +/- features
  
• Packs may support the default model coats (ideally) or override it entirely

RELEVANT INFORMATION (USERS / SERVERS)

Model Overrides are used at your own "risk" and support for issues should be sought via the Pack Creator not SWEM.

How do they work?

• In simple terms, it works by adding extra blocks to the default model
• If a coat artist leaves the blocks uncolored (invisible) you will see all / some of the default horse
• If a coat artist colors the blocks in, you will see those additional blocks on the default horse
  EXAMPLE If a coat texture color in blocks added around the hoof, a horse would have "feathers"
  

Can I use more than one model?

• If you install multiple model override packs, only the highest in load order will apply
• If you want models from different Creators, they would have to merge their packs

Can I use model overrides with a community pack or coat replacement resource pack?

• If the model does not modify (only add on to) the default model, custom coats should work fine
• If not, this may 'break' default or custom coats Example: Horses with no mane or tail using some models
• It might be rare to get a 'custom model coat' if you are mostly using ones designed for the default model

Can I use model overrides with an animation pack (ie Dressage animations)?

• TBC  It is unlikely custom models will support all animation packs
  
• If you load a model pack above an animation pack, it will override any animations they both share
• If you load a model pack below an animation pack, it may not correctly animate the custom model

Can I use model overrides on a server?

• SERVER You may be able to install a model resource pack server-side
• CLIENT (PLAYER) If you install a model override in multiplayer, only you will see it
  → Read the section about community packs + coat replacements above (may affect what you see in game)
  →  TBC  Server packs may override client side unless you can opt out of using it

RELEVANT INFORMATION (CREATORS)

Model overrides use copyrighted SW assets and must be FREE USE ONLY
→ You can accept optional donations
→ You can sell coat textures that require your add on, provided it is 100% your own work (no SW coat edits)

• You should not modify any of the core blocks involved in tack rendering
• You should add to (not modify where possible) the model to avoid breaking default + custom coats
• You will need to adjust the default animations for any additional blocks added
  
• You should be able to (optional) add support for custom animations in animation packs
  → Consent may be required to include a modified animation from other Creators
  →  TBC  If add on models can support "new" custom animations via 1.20.1-1.5+ features

 STEP ONE:  CREATE YOUR RESOURCE PACK FOLDER

1. Create a new folder
   → It can be anywhere for now (ie Documents)
2. Name your resource pack
   → This can include capitals, some symbols and spaces
   
3. Go inside the folder
4. Create a new folder here
5. Name it assets
   → This must be in lowercase exactly as shown
   

 STEP TWO:  CREATE YOUR PACK.MCMETA FILE

1. Open a blank text editor file using Notepad (Windows) or TextEdit (Mac)
2. Paste in the pack template (below)
3. Edit the template to your pack
   → description Any information to display in game ✅ "description": "Pack Name V1.0 By Creator Name" 
        Note:  Supports color + format &l&9Pack Name V1.0 &0By &dCreator = Pack Name  V1.0 By Creator
   → pack_format Which format (MC version) is supported ✅ "pack_format": 15 = MC 1.20 - 1.20.1
        Note:  Format gives a harmless warning when a resource pack is used in other versions (even if it works fine)
4. Select file > save as
5. Select the resource pack folder (not assets)
6. Name the file pack.mcmeta in lowercase
7. Save as the correct file type:
   → Windows: Save As Type: All Files (Drop down menu, change from .txt)
   → Mac:
8. Check it displays as a MCMETA file type in your folder

 STEP THREE:  CREATE YOUR PACK ICON

1. Choose or create an icon for your pack
2. Name it pack and save it as a .png
3. Paste it in your resource pack folder (not assets)

 STEP FOUR:  ADD YOUR CONTENT

Go to the section(s) below for the content you want to add.

 STEP ONE:  CREATE A COAT TEXTURE

1. Create your coat texture in Blockbench
2. Choose a coat to override from the list of default coats
3. Save the texture as a .png file
4. Name the texture to match the coat it will replace

 STEP TWO:  CREATE ASSETS SUB-FOLDERS FOR YOUR COAT

1. Go inside assets
2. Create a folder called swem
3. Inside that, create a folder called textures
4. Inside that, create a folder called entity
5. Inside that, create a folder called horse
6. Inside that, create a folder called coats
7. Paste your texture file here
   → If you have more than one override you can add them also
   

 STEP THREE:  FINAL STEPS

1. Your pack is ready and may work unzipped
2. You can zip it so it is easier to share or keep it unzipped to add new files
   → If your zip does not show up in game, check your files are not too deep
   → ✅Pack Name (Zip) > assets / pack.mcmeta / pack
   → ❌Pack Name (Zip) > Pack Folder > assets / pack.mcmeta / pack
3. Load into Minecraft
4. Open the Resource Pack menu
5. Open the folder (button)
6. Paste in your Resource Pack
7. Enable the Resource Pack
8. Check it is working in game
   → Summon the coat you chose to override
   → Confirm it uses the replacement coat, not original
   → Check there are no texture errors and it looks correct on the horse
   

This page will not provide any resources for troubleshooting errors with texture files.
You can look up a tutorial for texturing entities or ask for assistance with details on your issue in our Tech Help channels.

 STEP ONE [A]:  CREATE A NEW ANIMATION 

1. Create an animation in Blockbench
2. Save the swem_horse.json file
   → This should include your animation(s) and all default animations
   

 STEP ONE [B]:  MODIFY AN EXISTING ANIMATION

1. Modify one or more default animation in Blockbench
2. Save the swem_horse.json file

 STEP ONE [B]:  CREATE ASSETS SUB-FOLDERS FOR YOUR COAT

1. Go inside assets
2. Create a folder called swem
3. Inside that, create a folder called animations
   
4. Paste your swem_horse.json file here
   

 STEP THREE:  FINAL STEPS

1. Your pack is ready and may work unzipped
2. You can zip it so it is easier to share or keep it unzipped to add new files
   → If your zip does not show up in game, check your files are not too deep
   → ✅Pack Name (Zip) > assets / pack.mcmeta / pack
   → ❌Pack Name (Zip) > Pack Folder > assets / pack.mcmeta / pack
3. Load into Minecraft
4. Open the Resource Pack menu
5. Open the folder (button)
6. Paste in your Resource Pack
7. Enable the Resource Pack
8. Check it is working in game
   → Tame and mount a horse
   → Use /swem rrp anim <Animation Name> to trigger the animation
   → Confirm the animation works as expected

This page will not provide any resources for troubleshooting errors with animations. 
You can look up a tutorial for animating or ask for assistance with details on your issue in our Tech Help channels.