Mastering Minecraft Campfires: Extinguishing and Obtaining
The Minecraft Campfire, introduced in version 1.14, is a versatile block with surprising functionality beyond its decorative uses. It can damage mobs, create smoke signals, cook food, and even soothe bees. This guide details how to extinguish a Campfire and acquire one, maximizing its potential.
Extinguishing a Campfire
Three methods effectively extinguish Minecraft Campfires:
- Water Bucket: The simplest method involves using a water bucket to douse the flames. Simply pour water onto the Campfire block.
- Splash Water Potion: A Splash Water Potion, thrown onto the Campfire, will also extinguish it. Note that this requires gunpowder and glass, making it less efficient in the early game.
- Shovel: The most cost-effective and often overlooked method is using a shovel (any type). Right-click (or left trigger on consoles) the Campfire with the shovel to extinguish it.
Obtaining a Campfire
Acquiring a Campfire can be achieved in several ways:
- Natural Generation: Campfires naturally spawn in Taiga and Snowy Taiga villages, and within camps in Ancient Cities. Remember that harvesting a pre-placed Campfire requires a tool with the Silk Touch enchantment; otherwise, you'll only receive coal (two in Java Edition, four in Bedrock Edition).
- Crafting: Crafting a Campfire is straightforward, using sticks, wood, and either charcoal or soul sand. The latter ingredient determines whether you create a regular Campfire or a Soul Fire.
- Trading: Apprentice Fishermen will trade Campfires for emeralds (five in Bedrock Edition, two in Java Edition).
This comprehensive guide equips you with the knowledge to both extinguish and obtain Campfires, enhancing your Minecraft gameplay and impressing fellow players.
