Can I hold torches in my off-hand with this mod?

Yes, that's the main feature. Hold any light-emitting block in your off-hand and it lights up around you, leaving your main hand free for tools.

Do torches deal damage when used as weapons?

Torches apply the burning effect to mobs, but they don't deal bonus damage. They're more fun than practical for actual combat.

Does this work with light sources from other mods?

Any light-emitting block from other mods should work as long as it emits light by default. Full compatibility with modded torches and lanterns.

Is Minecraft Forge required?

Yes, this mod requires Minecraft Forge. It won't work with Fabric unless someone creates a Fabric port.

Do dropped light-emitting items produce light?

Dropped items that emit light will continue to glow on the ground. Handy for setting up quick light sources without placing blocks.

Moving Light Sources Mod 1.12.2 Download

Moving Light Sources is one of those mods that should’ve been in Vanilla Minecraft from the start. Want to carry a torch in your off-hand while mining with your pickaxe? Done. Want to use torches to burn mobs? Go for it. Want burning mobs to actually light up your surroundings? This mod does all that.

The core idea is dead simple: hold any light-emitting block in either hand and it lights up the area around you. Works with torches, lanterns, glowstone, sea lanterns, and anything else that emits light. Mods that add their own light sources work too, as long as they emit light by default.

Features

Carry Light Sources in Your Hands

Pick up any light-emitting block and hold it. Your immediate surroundings light up as if you were surrounded by that block. Perfect for exploring caves or mining without cluttering your base with temporary torches.

Torches as Weapons

Toggle torches to become weapons that apply the burning effect to mobs. They won’t replace your sword, but it’s a fun option when you need to burn something or just want to mess around.

Burning Mobs Cast Light

Set a mob on fire and it’ll start casting light. Same goes for flaming arrows. Makes burning things actually look impactful.

Fire Enchantments Glow

Items with Flame or Fire Aspect enchantments will emit light when you’re holding them. Small detail but it adds atmosphere.

Requirements

You’ll need Minecraft Forge to use this mod.

How to Install

If you’ve got Forge set up already, installation takes two minutes:

Download the mod file below
Open your .minecraft folder and go into the mods subfolder
Drop the mod file in there
Launch Minecraft with your Forge profile and you’re done

Need more detailed instructions? Check these guides:

Compatibility

This mod works with most other mods without issues. Since it only changes how light-emitting blocks behave, conflicts are pretty rare. Check the mod page if you run into problems with a specific mod.

Downloads

For Minecraft 1.12.2

Moving-Light-Sources-Mod-1.12.2.jar

This file is part of Moving Light Sources Mod 1.12.2 Download. Visit the main page for features, installation guide, screenshots, and more download options.

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