Try a Different Helper Plugin

Oct 13, 2025 by wbrum.org 125 views

Introduction

As a user of the Discord plugin, you expect to see chat formatting in your game server. However, when you follow the installation instructions and set up your Discord account, you find that chat formatting does not work as expected. This article will guide you through the steps to reproduce the issue and provide a solution to fix the problem.

Is there an existing issue for this?

Before we dive into the solution, let's check if there's an existing issue for this problem. After searching the existing issues, we found that there isn't one related to this problem.

Version

The version of the plugin you are using is 0.5.7. This is the latest version available, and it should support the latest version of the game server.

Proxy/Server Software

You are using BungeeCord as your proxy server software and Flamecord 2.3.2 as your proxy software version. These are both popular and reliable options for running a Minecraft server.

Current Behaviour

After following the installation instructions for Discord setup, you find that chat formatting on the server does not seem to work in game. The helper plugin is installed, and the "use-helper" option is enabled. This suggests that the issue is not with the helper plugin but with the Discord plugin itself.

Expected Behaviour

Messages in chat should have some sort of formatting. You currently have the chat enabled and the formatting at default. This means that you expect to see chat formatting in your game server, but it's not working as expected.

Steps to Reproduce

To reproduce the issue, follow these steps:

Follow the Discord setup instructions.
Try and type in chat on one of the game servers.
Observe that chat formatting does not work as expected.

Are you certain this is a bug report?

Yes, I am certain this is a bug report, and not a feature request, improvement request, or a security vulnerability.

Possible Causes

There are several possible causes for this issue:

Version Incompatibility: The Discord plugin may not be compatible with the latest version of the game server (1.21.4).
Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues with the Discord plugin or the helper plugin.
Server Software Issues: There may be issues with the BungeeCord or Flamecord software that are causing the problem.

Solution

To fix the issue, try the following:

Update the Discord Plugin: Make sure you are using the latest version of the Discord plugin. If you are using version 0.5.7, try updating to the latest version.
Check Configuration: Check the configuration of the Discord plugin and the helper plugin to ensure that they are set up correctly.
Check Server Software: Check the BungeeCord and Flamecord software for any issues that may be causing the problem.
Try a Different Helper Plugin: Try using a different helper plugin to see if the issue is specific to the current helper plugin.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the issue of no chat format in 1.21.4 is a bug that needs to be fixed. By following the steps to reproduce the issue and trying the possible causes and solutions, you should be able to fix the problem and get chat formatting working in your game server.

Additional Information

Is there an existing issue for this?: No, there isn't an existing issue for this problem.
Version: 0.5.7
Proxy/Server Software: BungeeCord and Flamecord 2.3.2
Current Behaviour: Chat formatting does not work in game.
Expected Behaviour: Messages in chat should have some sort of formatting.
Steps to Reproduce: Follow the Discord setup instructions and try and type in chat on one of the game servers.
Are you certain this is a bug report?: Yes, I am certain this is a bug report.
Q&A: 1.21.4 No Chat Format =============================

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the issue with chat formatting in 1.21.4? A: The issue is that chat formatting does not work in game, even after following the installation instructions for Discord setup.

Q: Is this a bug or a feature request? A: This is a bug report, and not a feature request or improvement request.

Q: What are the possible causes of this issue? A: The possible causes of this issue include version incompatibility, configuration issues, and server software issues.

Q: How can I fix the issue? A: To fix the issue, try updating the Discord plugin, checking the configuration of the Discord plugin and the helper plugin, checking the BungeeCord and Flamecord software for any issues, and trying a different helper plugin.

Q: Is there an existing issue for this problem? A: No, there isn't an existing issue for this problem.

Q: What version of the plugin am I using? A: You are using version 0.5.7 of the plugin.

Q: What proxy server software am I using? A: You are using BungeeCord as your proxy server software.

Q: What proxy software version am I using? A: You are using Flamecord 2.3.2 as your proxy software version.

Q: What is the expected behavior of chat formatting? A: The expected behavior of chat formatting is that messages in chat should have some sort of formatting.

Q: What are the steps to reproduce the issue? A: The steps to reproduce the issue are to follow the Discord setup instructions and try and type in chat on one of the game servers.

Q: Is this issue specific to the helper plugin? A: It's possible that the issue is specific to the current helper plugin, so trying a different helper plugin may resolve the issue.

Q: Can I get help with fixing this issue? A: Yes, you can get help with fixing this issue by following the steps outlined in this article and by seeking assistance from the plugin developers or the Minecraft community.

Q: Is this issue related to the game server version? A: Yes, this issue may be related to the game server version (1.21.4), so updating the Discord plugin to a version that supports the latest game server version may resolve the issue.

Q: Can I report this issue to the plugin developers? A: Yes, you can report this issue to the plugin developers by creating a new issue on their issue tracker or by contacting them directly.