Skins

Custom NPC skins are something that many server admins have asked for ever since Citizens was first released. In recent Minecraft versions it has become possible to control an NPC's skin via the /npc skin command.

What about giving the NPC a "display name" and using the real name to find the skin on the Minecraft skin database?

This is not possible. Many people have suggested that we give an NPC a "display name" similar to that of players. Unfortunately, display names are only used for chat-related uses. An NPC has no concept of a "display name" that would have any effect on its skin.

So, I've ignored everything you've said. I just want to know where I can go to get custom skins.

You will need to run SpoutCraft on your server and your players will need the Spout client. After installing Spout on your server and SpoutCraft on your client, install a skin-editing Spout plugin, see SpoutPlugin.

Can I just name my NPCs after real players?

Sure, and it will work with all players, not just the ones who have the client mod. However, the owners of these accounts can change their skins if they want to, which can cause issues.

See Also

Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Skins

Templar Skins
Basnik	Tribbs	Gavoon	Hez	Keikune

Creepy Skins

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Villager Skins
Grille	Jaybug	Antee	Jaybug	Yelinn

Goofy Skins
Darkny	Maestrodk