diff --git a/changelog.md b/changelog.md
index 1c47516..2b7e70c 100644
--- a/changelog.md
+++ b/changelog.md
@@ -1,3 +1,6 @@
+# v1.2.4.3
+* added a max OtterLib version as the beta will have breaking changes between major versions
+
 # v1.2.4.2
 * fixed language file not loading (reverted uppercase locales)
 * fixed block checking having a hardcoded player reach - now uses player reach
diff --git a/gradle.properties b/gradle.properties
index 25bdb46..2c59928 100644
--- a/gradle.properties
+++ b/gradle.properties
@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ yarn_mappings=1.21.5+build.1
 loader_version=0.16.14
 
 # Mod Properties
-mod_version=1.2.4.2+1.21.5
+mod_version=1.2.4.3+1.21.5
 maven_group=one.oth3r
 file_name=sit!