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The Minecraft Campfire, introduced in version 1.14, is a versatile block often used decoratively, but possessing several less-obvious functionalities. It can damage mobs and players, create smoke signals, cook food, and even soothe bees. 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 fire will extinguish it. Note that this is a more resource-intensive method, requiring gunpowder and glass.
- Shovel: The most economical and perhaps least-known method involves using any shovel (even a wooden one). Right-click (or use the left trigger on consoles) on the Campfire with the shovel to extinguish it.
How To Obtain a Campfire in Minecraft
Knowing how to extinguish a Campfire is only half the battle; here's how to acquire one:
- Natural Generation: Campfires naturally spawn in Taiga and Snowy Taiga villages, and within Ancient City camps. Remember that harvesting a pre-placed Campfire requires a Silk Touch enchanted tool; otherwise, you'll only receive two coal (Java Edition) or four coal (Bedrock Edition).
- Crafting: Campfires are easily crafted using sticks, wood, and either charcoal or soul sand. The latter ingredient determines the campfire type – regular or soul fire.
- Trading: Apprentice fishermen will trade campfires for emeralds; five emeralds in Bedrock Edition and two in Java Edition.
