Custom Item Definitions 2.5.3

I can see that once again you totally missed the point around referencing the original post. 

Of course you can update versions when the server is shut down. You overwrite the old file and once oxide loads, so does the new version. So by very definition, you've updated versions. 

I assume you know the first rule of IT: never test in production. Have a test server, or if you can't afford one, run one locally - test things there, restart it, etc. This will save you from many future headaches. If you pride yourself over the server you created, which you of course should, you then always test things, no matter what. You say you have a test server, which is good - but then I really don't understand, how come this issue came up for you in your production version. That should not have been the case if you'd have used the test server first. 

Lastly, devs are humans too, and everybody can make mistakes. Due to the extreme amount of differences in environments, it is not a realistic expectations that there can't be bugs in files. 

Just now, LoneWolf71 said:

Ok you must not get it.  I NEVER once uploaded the new version (Which has been needed for a while now).  The old plugin shut my server down while I was sleeping, possibly on restart and that was that.  Server down, nobody could get in until I dumped the OLD version, then the server was wiped.  Are you following here?  I have no desire to use this plugin again.  I have not even downloaded the latest, MUCH needed release. I do not think I will.  I can do without the plugins.  I have 149 of them.  3-4 less wont hurt crap.  You thinking everyone has a test server is hilarious though.  When a dev releases a patch, it had better be tested, and 100% working.  I have updated over 100 plugins in a week, not one has had an issue.  It comes down to the Dev and if he listens to people or not.  Passing the buck onto other plugins is not the way, especially when you release a new version after blaming everything else.  I can and will do without these plugins.  You are no better than any other server owner.  You are just pretending to be. lol  GFY

Pine just confirmed that to their knowledge, this only affects 2 of their clients (out of hundreds) and is as easy to fix as removing the file after restoring from a backup. Do you not have an automated daily backup running? Another basic IT rule... have backups. 

You might disagree with test servers but in the end, it's you complaining over an issue and me without one. Maybe re-evaluate. You over-represent an issue that's extremely easily avoidable, fixable, and you yourself make up 50% of.  Bit comic.  Thanks for the entertainment though! 

I was wrong.  See my review.  

11 minutes ago, LoneWolf71 said:

So you think every patch should go through a test server? LMFAO

No, obviously your method gets better results... have fun fixing your mess lol

1 hour ago, LoneWolf71 said:

Ok you must not get it.  I NEVER once uploaded the new version (Which has been needed for a while now).  The old plugin shut my server down while I was sleeping, possibly on restart and that was that.  Server down, nobody could get in until I dumped the OLD version, then the server was wiped.  Are you following here?  I have no desire to use this plugin again.  I have not even downloaded the latest, MUCH needed release. I do not think I will.  I can do without the plugins.  I have 149 of them.  3-4 less wont hurt crap.  You thinking everyone has a test server is hilarious though.  When a dev releases a patch, it had better be tested, and 100% working.  I have updated over 100 plugins in a week, not one has had an issue.  It comes down to the Dev and if he listens to people or not.  Passing the buck onto other plugins is not the way, especially when you release a new version after blaming everything else.  I can and will do without these plugins.  You are no better than any other server owner.  You are just pretending to be. lol  GFY

I'll let you in on a secret, but I test updates before publishing them, both in Carbon and Oxide environments. And at the time of publication, I don't encounter any errors, and my saves are intact and load properly. Everyone who uses the plugin has their own plugin build, and each plugin can affect the behavior of another. I also have about 120 plugins, but I don't get any errors because I wrote most of them and I know what's in them. So it's your responsibility as a server owner to check if the update will work correctly in your case. If you don't want to do that, I'm not forcing you to use my products. I try to do something more for the community, and with each update, it gets better and safer.

3 hours ago, LoneWolf71 said:

I did not update a thing.  The old plugin wiped my server and many others according to Pine.  Can't update versions when the server is down can you?  Deleted this plugin, server came right up, but wiped.  And correct, it is totally irrelevant who made the first ticket, but I guess be proud?  Fact is this plugin fkd many servers, and the complaints will start to roll in soon, don't worry.  Pine was very clear this was affecting many servers.  And if a dev releases an update, why TF would I test it.  I have a test server, but not everyone can afford what I can afford, so what about those people.  How do you suppose they test plugins.  What a stupid reply... 

The hosting always tells you everything to not be their fault don't forget  I have installed and I did not have any issues until new release. You need to start backing up files inside your pc or if you don't, just update files at the end of the wipe.

On 12/11/2025 at 10:05 AM, 0xF said:

I'll let you in on a secret, but I test updates before publishing them, both in Carbon and Oxide environments. And at the time of publication, I don't encounter any errors, and my saves are intact and load properly. Everyone who uses the plugin has their own plugin build, and each plugin can affect the behavior of another. I also have about 120 plugins, but I don't get any errors because I wrote most of them and I know what's in them. So it's your responsibility as a server owner to check if the update will work correctly in your case. If you don't want to do that, I'm not forcing you to use my products. I try to do something more for the community, and with each update, it gets better and safer.

I was wrong.  See my review.  

On 12/11/2025 at 10:05 AM, 0xF said:

I'll let you in on a secret, but I test updates before publishing them, both in Carbon and Oxide environments. And at the time of publication, I don't encounter any errors, and my saves are intact and load properly. Everyone who uses the plugin has their own plugin build, and each plugin can affect the behavior of another. I also have about 120 plugins, but I don't get any errors because I wrote most of them and I know what's in them. So it's your responsibility as a server owner to check if the update will work correctly in your case. If you don't want to do that, I'm not forcing you to use my products. I try to do something more for the community, and with each update, it gets better and safer.

I was wrong.  See my review.  

41 minutes ago, LoneWolf71 said:

You are an awful dev.  Here everyone!  My plugin doesn't work, do this workaround. Keep my money, your plugins are all going in the shitter.  

why this rage bcs you lost everything without backup?!  

for me @0xF is one of the best coders here. just look at it inside.... Plugins have bugs, so give it a break while people fixes. Not easy  

happened to me losing everything long time ago, and Hosting told me that was a plugin (not from 0xF). I didn't cry, changed hosting and continued using that plugin (that worked very good with the other hosting). Life continues...

I was wrong.  See my review.  

3 minutes ago, LoneWolf71 said:

Adem makes all these devs look like noobs, and I wont touch my backups with this plugin tied into them.  I will start fresh.  I am sure you are fine with no pop.  lol And I personally do not care about your situation.  

Adem and I are developing completely different types of plugins, and Adem has bugs just like any other developer.  Personally, you seem to be the only noob here, since you can't admit your mistake in not having backups. So please stop embarrassing yourself and don't post your very valuable opinion here.

I was wrong.  See my review.  

3 minutes ago, LoneWolf71 said:

Oh I have backups, I wont use them with your plugin tangled inside.  Starting fresh!  Thanks for great plugin though.  No need to reply, I wont be using anything from your page ever again.  That is a fact. Hope your emergency patch helped.  

Then why are you so eager to anger and insult me if everything is fine? Good luck!

9 hours ago, LoneWolf71 said:

I did not update a thing.  The old plugin wiped my server and many others according to Pine.  Can't update versions when the server is down can you?  Deleted this plugin, server came right up, but wiped.  And correct, it is totally irrelevant who made the first ticket, but I guess be proud?  Fact is this plugin fkd many servers, and the complaints will start to roll in soon, don't worry.  Pine was very clear this was affecting many servers.  And if a dev releases an update, why TF would I test it.  I have a test server, but not everyone can afford what I can afford, so what about those people.  How do you suppose they test plugins.  What a stupid reply... 

im on pine run most of his plugins the hell you smoking how can this plugin wipe your server i have never had this an run it since it came out an only on pine server done compare your dumbness to his problem if you can prove them maybe id listen but just spouting words with no proof means nothing where is the logs the errors the proof this means nothing shows us something then your sad emotions lol...im in the discord as well where is this being said that many have been wiped by this plugin?or even complained about this you act like yours is many but its only you who complained about wipe lol

On 12/11/2025 at 4:30 PM, JeffG said:

im on pine run most of his plugins the hell you smoking how can this plugin wipe your server i have never had this an run it since it came out an only on pine server done compare your dumbness to his problem if you can prove them maybe id listen but just spouting words with no proof means nothing where is the logs the errors the proof this means nothing shows us something then your sad emotions lol...im in the discord as well where is this being said that many have been wiped by this plugin?or even complained about this you act like yours is many but its only you who complained about wipe lol

I was wrong.  See my review.  

5 hours ago, LoneWolf71 said:

Ask Pine, grab Owen, ask him.  I have no reason to lie. They will confirm.  I do not care what you think you may know lol  No fks given anymore.  It happened, I wont use his broken plugin.  He never did answer my question if any other plugins besides his use this.  He made a buck, all good. Merry Christmas!  

You seem genuinely convinced this is an external problem, which is fascinating given how clearly it originates from your own lack of preparation. Blaming the environment does not compensate for missing skills. But I guess this is what happens when confidence shows up without competence... fixed your server yet? 

7 hours ago, LoneWolf71 said:

Ask Pine, grab Owen, ask him.  I have no reason to lie. They will confirm.  I do not care what you think you may know lol  No fks given anymore.  It happened, I wont use his broken plugin.  He never did answer my question if any other plugins besides his use this.  He made a buck, all good. Merry Christmas!  

I know that developers of private servers use it, it is a very powerful tool, and I know that. You just cannot understand its greatness, you are blinded.

Such a good resource of a plugin, helped me create my own to get the custom items i needed without the hassle of the workshop, thanks mate 

21 minutes ago, Careful said:

Such a good resource of a plugin, helped me create my own to get the custom items i needed without the hassle of the workshop, thanks mate 

Ikr! That's why I love this plugin!

First: very nice plugin, helps greatly with any sort of custom expansion!

I have a question that I seem to not be able to figure out on my own:

Once an item config plugin has been loaded I seem to be unable to update it with for example an updated description, name or similar.

Are there any ways to purge the custom defined items other than unloading the plugin ?

The server seems to remember the custom definitions across restarts and wipes

18 hours ago, fiftysnens said:

First: very nice plugin, helps greatly with any sort of custom expansion!

I have a question that I seem to not be able to figure out on my own:

Once an item config plugin has been loaded I seem to be unable to update it with for example an updated description, name or similar.

Are there any ways to purge the custom defined items other than unloading the plugin ?

The server seems to remember the custom definitions across restarts and wipes

Custom definitions will be unregistered when the plugin is unloaded. You can also do this by calling the API method and registering it again.

private bool Unregister(ItemDefinition definition, Plugin plugin)

private bool Unregister(ItemDefinitionDto dto, Plugin plugin)

However, I would recommend using a static method with // Requires.

1 hour ago, 0xF said:

Custom definitions will be unregistered when the plugin is unloaded. You can also do this by calling the API method and registering it again.

private bool Unregister(ItemDefinition definition, Plugin plugin)

private bool Unregister(ItemDefinitionDto dto, Plugin plugin)

However, I would recommend using a static method with // Requires.

Okay, can you possible think of any reason why if i update the item description for example, the item ingame does not update ? (the new "ownerlabel" description of cause, not vanilla one) Even through wipes ?
Thanks for your time

6 minutes ago, fiftysnens said:

Okay, can you possible think of any reason why if i update the item description for example, the item ingame does not update ? (the new "ownerlabel" description of cause, not vanilla one) Even through wipes ?
Thanks for your time

It's simple: these fields are only responsible for the initial name and are used for registration in the lang file of the registering plugin. After the first registration, the name and description are taken from the lang file for each player in their language.

On todays wipe update it is not compiling.

[2026.07.02 14:13:10] [ERRO] Failed compiling 'CustomItemDefinitions.cs':
[2026.07.02 14:13:10] [ERRO]   1. The non-generic method 'BaseEntity.ClientRPC(RpcTarget)' cannot be used with type arguments [CS0308]
     (CustomItemDefinitions 20 line 1872)

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20 minutes ago, FandangoChristmas said:

On todays wipe update it is not compiling.

[2026.07.02 14:13:10] [ERRO] Failed compiling 'CustomItemDefinitions.cs':
[2026.07.02 14:13:10] [ERRO]   1. The non-generic method 'BaseEntity.ClientRPC(RpcTarget)' cannot be used with type arguments [CS0308]
     (CustomItemDefinitions 20 line 1872)

, 

Ignore this, I didnt have alerts on for the update. Its all working fine.