diff --git a/gradle.properties b/gradle.properties
index 6ff4a9e8fd..a2ee7ae40a 100644
--- a/gradle.properties
+++ b/gradle.properties
@@ -1,4 +1,4 @@
-mod_version=1.2.18
+mod_version=1.2.19
 minecraft_version=1.18.2
 forge_version=40.0.54
 cyclopscore_version=1.15.0-190
diff --git a/resources/changelog/1.18.2-1.2.19.txt b/resources/changelog/1.18.2-1.2.19.txt
new file mode 100644
index 0000000000..5746bc22c9
--- /dev/null
+++ b/resources/changelog/1.18.2-1.2.19.txt
@@ -0,0 +1,6 @@
+As always, don't forget to backup your world before updating!
+Requires CyclopsCore version 1.15.0 or higher.
+
+Fixes:
+* Fix villagers not turning to witches on struck by lightning
+