# Release Checklist

## Version

- [ ] Version number updated in `create-limited-draining/gradle.properties`.
- [ ] Changelog updated.
- [ ] README updated if build, config, or release behavior changed.

## Quality

- [ ] Working tree is clean.
- [ ] `.\gradlew build` passes from `create-limited-draining/`.
- [ ] Tests pass or missing tests are documented.
- [ ] Client smoke test completed when behavior changes affect gameplay.
- [ ] Server smoke test completed when behavior changes affect server behavior.
- [ ] CI build succeeds if Gitea Actions are enabled.

## Security

- [ ] Security review is current.
- [ ] Dependency review is clean or documented.
- [ ] No secrets are committed.
- [ ] Release artifact does not contain local config, worlds, logs, or generated run data.

## Artifacts

- [ ] JAR exists under `create-limited-draining/build/libs/`.
- [ ] Artifact filename and version are clear.
- [ ] Download links work if a release or package is published.
- [ ] Package registry links work if used.

## Release

- [ ] Git tag created after approval.
- [ ] Release notes written.
- [ ] Release published after approval.
- [ ] Post-release download smoke test completed.