[1.0.1] - The Refinement Update (2026-03-15)

✨ Added

• Modrinth Update Checker: Automatic update verification via the Modrinth v2 API.

• Join Notifications: Every time an OP or Admin joins, they will receive a message regarding the current version status.

• Improved Typewriter Animation:

  • Character-by-Character: Returns to high-detail character updates for smooth typing.

  • Instant Flow: Removed delays at the start/end for a smooth, continuous loop.

  • Added a safety cap of 1 tick minimum to ensure smooth visuals at any speed.

• Language Overhaul:

  • Organized all message files into a dedicated lang/ directory within the plugin folder.
  • Added official support for French (messages_fr.yml) and German (messages_de.yml).

⚙️ Adjustments

• Updated Default Speed: Changed the base speed to 20 ticks (1 second) to better match the word-by-word rhythm.

Changelog - Version 1.0.0

All notable changes to the FancyAnimatedHolograms plugin will be documented in this file.

[1.0.0] - Initial Release (2026-03-06)

✨ Added

• Core Animation Engine: Introduced a lightweight framework for hologram line animations.
• Premium Typewriter Animation: High-quality typewriter effect that supports complex styling.
• Advanced Style Support:
  • Full support for Legacy Color Codes (e.g., &e).
  • Full support for HEX Colors (e.g., <#RRGGBB> and &#RRGGBB).
  • Full support for MiniMessage Tags (e.g., <bold>, <italic>, <rainbow>).
• Multi-Language System:
  • Added language setting in config.yml.
  • Included official support for English (messages_en.yml) and Spanish (messages_es.yml).
• Smart Logic:
  • Edit Protection: Automatically detects when a player is editing a hologram via /hologram edit and stops animations to prevent "partial text" and visible raw color codes.
  • Persistence Bridge: Implemented a 1-second delay during startup to ensure FancyHolograms is fully initialized before resuming animations.
  • 1-Based Indexing: Simplified line selection in commands to match the in-game display (1, 2, 3...).
• Command Improvements:
  • Added /fa help menu with beautiful headers.
  • Added specific usage messages for /fa reload and /fa edit.
  • Enhanced Tab Completion for all subcommands.

⚙️ Configuration

• Simplified configuration into config.yml, animations.yml, and messages_*.yml.

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