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The Minecraft Campfire, introduced in version 1.14, is a versatile block. While often used decoratively, it offers surprising functionality: mob and player damage, smoke signaling, cooking, and even bee calming. This guide details the methods for extinguishing a Campfire, maximizing its potential and impressing fellow players.
How To Extinguish a Campfire in Minecraft
Three methods exist for extinguishing Campfires:
- Water Bucket: Waterlogging effectively douses the flames. Simply use a water bucket on the Campfire block.
- Splash Water Potion: Throwing a Splash Water Potion onto the Campfire will extinguish it. Note that this requires gunpowder and glass, making it a more resource-intensive option 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 several ways:
- Natural Generation: Campfires naturally spawn in Taiga and Snowy Taiga villages, and within camps in Ancient Cities. Remember, harvesting a pre-placed Campfire requires a tool with the Silk Touch enchantment; otherwise, only coal will drop (two in Java Edition, four in Bedrock Edition).
- Crafting: A straightforward crafting recipe utilizes sticks, wood, and charcoal (or soul sand). The final ingredient dictates the Campfire type: regular or soul fire.
- Trading: Apprentice fishermen will trade Campfires for emeralds (five in Bedrock Edition, two in Java Edition).
