diff --git a/gradle.properties b/gradle.properties
index 114d0abcd6..d95729ddc2 100644
--- a/gradle.properties
+++ b/gradle.properties
@@ -1,5 +1,5 @@
 mod_id=evilcraft
-mod_version=1.2.56
+mod_version=1.2.57
 minecraft_version=1.21.1
 neoforge_version=21.1.2
 parchment_version=2024.07.07
diff --git a/resources/changelog/1.21.1-1.2.57.txt b/resources/changelog/1.21.1-1.2.57.txt
new file mode 100644
index 0000000000..c71d94d218
--- /dev/null
+++ b/resources/changelog/1.21.1-1.2.57.txt
@@ -0,0 +1,8 @@
+As always, don't forget to backup your world before updating!
+Requires CyclopsCore version 1.20.0 or higher.
+
+Fixes:
+* Reduce default spawn rate of Silverfish and Netherfish
+  Netherfish will now only spawn in Soul Sand Valleys,
+  but can be overriden via datapacks.
+* Fix Primed Pendant not working for most potions, Closes #1062