SmartPets v1.3.0 - Seamless Setup Update

What's New?

✨ Automatic Database Setup
No more manual downloads! SmartPets now automatically downloads and sets up SQLite/MySQL drivers for you. Just install the plugin and you're ready to go!

Lightweight Distribution
The plugin file is now super lightweight (under 2MB) making downloads and updates lightning fast.

️ Enhanced Error Handling
Better error messages and automatic fallback to YAML storage if anything goes wrong. Your server will always stay running smoothly.

Improved Admin Tools
New debug commands show you exactly what's happening with your database setup and storage system.

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Upgrade Notes
• Fully backward compatible - no configuration changes needed
• Automatic migration - existing pet data stays safe
• Zero downtime - update without affecting your players

Technical Details
• Compatible with Minecraft 1.16.5 - 1.21.5
• Works with Paper, Spigot, and Folia
• Automatic SQLite/MySQL driver management
• Enhanced database connectivity and error recovery

Bug Fixes

Sound Compatibility Issues

• Fixed: Replaced incompatible sounds that were causing crashes on newer server versions
• Fixed: Updated all pet behavior tasks to use Spigot 1.16.5 compatible sounds
• Fixed Help Commands: Previously non-functional help topics now work correctly

Translation System

• Fixed emotion display translations: Resolved "Missing translation: emotion.happy []" error in pet detail menus
• Improved UI consistency: Pet mood now displays correctly in both pet detail menu and /pet info command

Improvements

• Help Command Enhancement: Updated main help command to display available topics
• User Experience: Improved command feedback with detailed, categorized information

This update focuses on improving player onboarding and understanding of the SmartPets system through an enhanced help interface.

SmartPets v1.2 - Major Experience Enhancement Update

Revolutionary AI Pet Experience with Enhanced Player Feedback & Interaction Systems

We're excited to announce the biggest SmartPets update yet! This release focuses on making the plugin more intuitive, engaging, and user-friendly while maintaining the advanced AI that makes SmartPets special.

MAJOR NEW FEATURES

️ Intelligent Pet Feedback System

• Real-time Status Updates: Your pet now communicates their needs through subtle, non-intrusive messages
• Critical Need Alerts: Get immediate notifications when your pet is starving, exhausted, or in distress
• Positive Reinforcement: Receive encouraging messages when you're doing a great job caring for your pet
• Smart Care Tips: Random helpful hints about pet care, leveling, and evolution
• Action Bar Integration: Subtle feedback through action bar messages (configurable)
• Customizable Intervals: Fully configurable timing for all feedback types

Comprehensive Help & Discovery System

• Contextual Help: Get personalized advice based on your pet's current condition
• Topic-Based Guides: Detailed help for basics, stats, leveling, evolution, skills, behavior, and interaction
• Dynamic Information: Help messages show actual config values (EXP rates, cooldowns, etc.)
• Quick Tips for Beginners: Essential information for new players
• Interactive Commands: /pet help [topic] for specific guidance
• No More Guesswork: Discover all mechanics without reading config files!

Advanced Emotion Display System

• Clear Emotion Translation: Complex stats now translate into understandable emotions
• Detailed Explanations: Understand exactly what each emotion means for your pet
• Stress Factor Analysis: Identify what's causing your pet distress
• Personalized Recommendations: Get specific advice based on your pet's emotional state
• Intensity Indicators: See how strongly your pet feels (Mild, Strong, Very Strong)
• Emoji Support: Visual emoji icons for instant emotion recognition

Revolutionary Interaction System

• Intelligent Interaction Detection: Automatically determines feeding vs. petting vs. playing
• Enhanced Visual Feedback: Beautiful particles and animations for each interaction type
• Pet-Specific Audio: Different sounds for different pet types and interactions
• Realistic Pet Behavior: Pets look at you, jump with joy, and show authentic reactions
• Smart Cooldown System: Prevents overwhelming pets while maintaining engagement
• Toy Recognition: Use sticks, bones, and other items to play with your pets
• Overrides Default Behaviors: No more wolves sitting when you want to pet them!

️ TECHNICAL IMPROVEMENTS

Complete Localization Support

• Fully Translatable: Every message is now in lang.yml - perfect for international servers
• 100+ New Message Keys: Comprehensive language support for all new features
• Dynamic Placeholders: Messages adapt to show pet names, values, and context
• Professional Formatting: Consistent color coding and formatting throughout

⚙️ Extensive Configuration Options

• Feedback System Controls: Enable/disable any aspect of the feedback system
• Interaction Customization: Configure cooldowns, effects, sounds, and behaviors
• Help System Settings: Control contextual help, tips, and value display
• Emotion Display Options: Customize intensity display, stress factors, and recommendations
• Performance Tuning: Adjust intervals and resource usage to fit your server

️ Improved Architecture

• Modular Design: New manager classes for better organization and maintainability
• Configuration-Driven: Everything is configurable without code changes
• Performance Optimized: Smarter task scheduling and resource management
• Event-Driven Updates: More responsive pet state changes and feedback

NEW FILES & STRUCTURE

New Manager Classes:

• PetFeedbackManager.java - Handles all player feedback and notifications
• HelpManager.java - Comprehensive help and guidance system
• EmotionDisplayManager.java - Advanced emotion interpretation and display
• InteractionManager.java - Intelligent pet interaction handling

Enhanced Configuration:

• Expanded lang.yml: 100+ new translatable messages and help content
• Enhanced config.yml: New sections for feedback, interaction, help, and emotion systems
• Backward Compatible: All existing configurations remain functional

FOR SERVER ADMINISTRATORS

Easy Migration:

• ✅ Drop-in Replacement: Simply replace the old JAR with the new one
• ✅ Auto-Configuration: New config sections are added automatically with sensible defaults
• ✅ Existing Data Safe: All pet data, levels, and progress are preserved
• ✅ No Breaking Changes: All existing commands and permissions work exactly the same

Customization Options:

• Disable Features: Turn off any new system you don't want (feedback, help, etc.)
• Adjust Performance: Fine-tune intervals and resource usage for your server size
• Localize Content: Translate everything to your server's language
• Brand Integration: Customize messages and help content to match your server theme

FOR PLAYERS

Immediate Benefits:

• Never Miss Pet Needs: Get notified when your pet needs attention
• Learn the System: Comprehensive help guides teach you everything
• Understand Your Pet: Clear emotional feedback helps you be a better owner
• Better Interactions: More engaging and realistic pet interactions
• Optimize Care: Learn exactly how to level up and evolve your pets efficiently

New Commands:

• /pet help - Enhanced help with topic system
• /pet help basics - Learn pet care fundamentals
• /pet help stats - Understand pet emotions and needs
• /pet help leveling - Master the experience system
• /pet help evolution - Learn about pet evolution
• /pet help skills - Discover pet abilities
• /pet help behavior - Understand AI patterns
• /pet help interaction - Perfect your pet interactions

WHAT'S NEXT?

This update lays the foundation for even more exciting features coming soon:

• Advanced Pet Personalities - Unique behavioral traits per pet
• Pet Housing System - Build homes and environments for your pets
• Multi-Pet Management - Enhanced tools for managing multiple pets
• Cosmetic Customization - Visual customization options for pets
• World Integration - Enhanced environmental interactions

FEEDBACK & SUPPORT

We're committed to making SmartPets the best AI pet plugin available. Your feedback drives our development!

• Bug Reports: Use the Issues tab on our GitHub or PM us directly
• Feature Requests: Share your ideas for future updates
• ⭐ Reviews: If you love the update, please leave a review!
• Community: Join our Discord for support, tips, and showcase your pets

Special Thanks: To our community for the fantastic feedback and suggestions that made this update possible!

SmartPets v1.1 Changelog

🔧 Bug Fixes

• Fixed bStats initialization error that prevented plugin from starting on some servers
• Resolved shade plugin configuration causing missing MetricsBase class

⚡ Performance Improvements

• Optimized JAR packaging - removed unnecessary dependencies from core plugin
• Added graceful fallback to YAML storage when database drivers are missing

🐾 Pet System Enhancements

• Removed experimental pet types from default shop (FOX, RABBIT, SHEEP, PIG, IRON_GOLEM, SLIME)
• Focused on fully compatible pets only (WOLF, CAT, PARROT) for optimal AI experience
• Added Legendary Phoenix - flagship pet showcasing all plugin capabilities (6 skills, level 25)
• Improved pet shop progression with better skill distribution and pricing

📋 Installation Improvements

• Simplified installation - plugin works immediately with YAML storage (no downloads required)
• Optional database drivers - download SQLite/MySQL JARs separately only if needed
• Enhanced documentation in config.yml with clear setup instructions
• Better error handling for missing database drivers

💰 Economy Balance

• Restructured pet pricing from beginner ($1,200) to flagship ($25,000)
• Strategic skill progression across price tiers
• Premium showcase pet demonstrating full plugin potential

Download Requirements:

• Basic Setup: Just download SmartPets.jar - works immediately!
• SQLite Storage (optional): Add sqlite-jdbc-3.42.0.0.jar to plugins folder
• MySQL Storage (optional): Add mysql-connector-java-8.0.33.jar to plugins folder

Recommended for: All servers. Existing servers can update without data loss.