diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index 22939ae..62e938a 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -178,6 +178,7 @@ end
 ## Optional Dependencies
 
 - xdecor (adjusts conflicting recipe)
+- item_drop (make sure fortune will execute before item_drop mod overrides `handle_node_drops`)
 
 ## License:
 
diff --git a/mod.conf b/mod.conf
index 24bb8a3..a8c0b1f 100644
--- a/mod.conf
+++ b/mod.conf
@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 name = x_enchanting
 description = Adds Enchanting Mechanics and API.
 depends =
-optional_depends = xdecor
+optional_depends = xdecor, item_drop
 supported_games = minetest_game
 min_minetest_version = 5.4