diff --git a/gradle.properties b/gradle.properties
index a5d2485f..bee26082 100644
--- a/gradle.properties
+++ b/gradle.properties
@@ -1,4 +1,4 @@
-mod_version=1.8.3
+mod_version=1.9.0
 minecraft_version=1.18.2
 forge_version=40.0.54
 cyclopscore_version=1.13.4-158
diff --git a/resources/changelog/1.18.2-1.9.0.txt b/resources/changelog/1.18.2-1.9.0.txt
new file mode 100644
index 00000000..41e4cc9a
--- /dev/null
+++ b/resources/changelog/1.18.2-1.9.0.txt
@@ -0,0 +1,6 @@
+As always, don't forget to backup your world before updating!
+Requires CyclopsCore version 1.13.4 or higher.
+
+Additions:
+* Restore different sound pitches based on chest size, Closes #159
+* Make chest inventory size material factors configurable, Closes #117