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The Minecraft Campfire, introduced in version 1.14, is a versatile block. While often used decoratively, it offers several surprising functionalities: mob and player damage, smoke signaling, cooking, and even bee calming. This guide details the methods for extinguishing a Campfire, unlocking its full potential and impressing fellow players.
How To Extinguish a Campfire in Minecraft
Three methods exist for extinguishing Campfires:
- Water Bucket: Simply use a water bucket to douse the flames.
- Splash Water Potion: A Splash Water Potion, thrown onto the Campfire, will extinguish it. Note that this requires gunpowder and glass, making it less efficient in the early game.
- Shovel: The most economical and often overlooked method involves using any shovel (even a wooden one). Right-click (or use the left trigger on consoles) on the Campfire with the equipped shovel to extinguish it.
How To Obtain a Campfire in Minecraft
Acquiring a Campfire can be achieved in these ways:
- Natural Generation: Campfires naturally spawn in Taiga and Snowy Taiga villages, and within Ancient City camps. Remember, harvesting a pre-placed Campfire requires a tool enchanted with Silk Touch; otherwise, you'll only receive coal (two in Java Edition, four in Bedrock Edition).
- Crafting: Crafting a Campfire is straightforward, utilizing sticks, wood, and either charcoal or soul sand. The latter ingredient dictates whether a regular or soul fire Campfire is created.
- Trading: Apprentice fishermen will trade Campfires for emeralds (five in Bedrock Edition, two in Java Edition).