Creating a functional and aesthetically pleasing armor storage solution is crucial in the blocky world of Minecraft. An armor stand not only organizes your inventory but also enhances your base's appearance and overall grandeur.
This guide details how to craft an armor stand in Minecraft.
Why You Need an Armor Stand
Beyond simple storage, an armor stand allows for quick equipment changes, showcasing your best gear, and freeing up valuable inventory space. A well-placed stand becomes an integral part of any well-organized Minecraft base.
Crafting an Armor Stand in Minecraft
Crafting an armor stand is surprisingly straightforward. Begin by gathering wood. Chop down any tree and you'll have plenty of wooden planks.
Arrange the planks vertically in your crafting grid to create sticks.
Next, you'll need a smooth stone slab. This requires three cobblestones, which need to be smelted in a furnace (see our guide on furnace creation for details) to create stone, then crafted into smooth stone. Finally, craft the smooth stone into a smooth stone slab.
With 6 sticks and 1 smooth stone slab, you're ready to craft the armor stand. The image below shows the correct arrangement in your crafting grid:
Obtaining an Armor Stand with a Command
Alternatively, you can use the command `/summon` to instantly obtain an armor stand. This is particularly useful if you need multiple stands.
Creating an armor stand in Minecraft is a simple process requiring readily available materials. Follow these steps and you'll have a functional and stylish addition to your base in no time.
