How to Use the Beacon in Minecraft
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Ever wondered how to unlock the full potential of a beacon in Minecraft? You’re in the right place! Let’s dive into how to make these cool light beams work for you.
So, you’ve heard about beacons in Minecraft and are curious about how to use them, right? Well, let’s find out together how to light up your world.
Quick Guide to Using a Beacon
To use a beacon in Minecraft, first, you need one! You can craft a beacon with three obsidian blocks, five glass blocks, and one Nether star. The Nether star is a rare item dropped by the Wither, a boss you must defeat.
After crafting your beacon, the next step is powering it. Beacons need a pyramid base made from iron, gold, diamond, emerald, or netherite blocks. The size of the pyramid determines the beacon’s range and the powers available to you. You can build up to a four-level pyramid. Just place your beacon on top and voilà! It’s ready to be empowered.
Unlocking the Magic of Minecraft Beacons
To activate the beacon, right-click on it. You’ll see a menu where you can choose from various powers like Speed, Haste, Resistance, Jump Boost, Strength, or Regeneration. The size of your pyramid base determines how many powers you can activate. And yes, you need to feed the beacon an ingot (iron, gold, emerald, or diamond) to unlock these powers.
Beacons are not just pretty lights; they can really give you an edge in your Minecraft adventures. Whether you’re mining deep underground or building your dream castle, a well-placed beacon can make all the difference.
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