Hey there fellow Minecrafters! Today I want to dive deep into the magical world of beacons in Minecraft. Beacons are an amazing block that can grant you incredible powers and buffs, making your gameplay experience even more exciting. So, let’s get started and learn all about how to use the beacon!
What is a Beacon?
A beacon is a powerful block that emits a beam of light into the sky while also providing various beneficial status effects to nearby players. It is crafted using a combination of glass blocks, obsidian, and a Nether Star, which drops from defeating the Wither boss.
Building the Beacon
To start using a beacon, you first need to create one. Here’s how:
- Obtain three obsidian blocks by mining them with a diamond pickaxe.
- Craft three obsidian blocks into a V-shape, leaving the center empty.
- Place the beacon on top of the obsidian structure.
- Finally, right-click on the beacon to open its interface.
Activating the Beacon
After building the beacon, you need to activate it by providing it with a power source. This is where the Nether Star comes into play. Here’s what you need to do:
- Defeat the Wither boss, which drops the Nether Star upon death.
- Place the Nether Star in the slot that appears when you right-click on the beacon.
Powering the Beacon
Now that your beacon is activated, it’s time to power it up with resources called “Beacon Pyramid Blocks”. These blocks determine the strength and range of the beacon’s effects. You have various options for these pyramid blocks:
- Iron Blocks: Increases the beacon’s range up to 20 blocks.
- Gold Blocks: Increases the beacon’s range up to 30 blocks.
- Diamond Blocks: Increases the beacon’s range up to 40 blocks.
- Emerald Blocks: Increases the beacon’s range up to 50 blocks.
To create a beacon pyramid, simply stack these blocks in a pyramid shape around the beacon, with the beacon as the top block. The size of the pyramid determines the strength of the buffs it provides.
Beacon Effects
Once your beacon is powered and the pyramid is set, you can select a primary effect and up to two secondary effects. These effects are based on the mineral blocks used to create the pyramid. Here are the possible effects:
- Speed: Increases movement speed for players.
- Haste: Increases mining and digging speed.
- Resistance: Provides damage reduction.
- Jump Boost: Allows players to jump higher.
- Strength: Increases melee attack damage.
- Regeneration: Gradually restores health over time.
Choose the effects that best fit your playstyle and needs!
Conclusion
Beacons are truly amazing blocks that can enhance your Minecraft experience. From granting useful buffs to boosting your abilities, they are definitely worth crafting and utilizing in your gameplay. So, go out there, defeat the Wither, and start using the power of beacons to your advantage!