Exciting news for Minecraft enthusiasts! The Minecraft 1.21.9 ‘The Copper Age’ update has introduced the innovative copper torch, giving players a stylish new way to illuminate their bases. If you’re looking for a break from the conventional torches, the unique greenish flames of the copper torch are worth exploring. Ready to light up your game? Here’s a straightforward guide on crafting your very own copper torch!
Essential Items for Crafting Copper Torch in Minecraft
Gathering materials for copper torches is simple and can be done easily in the overworld. Here’s what you need:
- 1 Copper Nugget
- 1 Charcoal or Coal
- 1 Stick
To craft a copper nugget, simply smelt a copper ingot, which yields nine nuggets. Alternatively, you can break down copper tools to obtain nuggets. For charcoal, burn some wood or coal in a furnace, and mine coal ores to gather coal. As for sticks, craft them from two wooden planks of any kind. Once you have these items, a crafting table is required to create your torch.
How to Craft a Copper Torch in Minecraft
Follow these steps to mix your ingredients and create a copper torch:
- Right-click on a crafting table to access the crafting grid.
- Place the copper nugget in the center of the top row.
- Put either coal or charcoal directly below the nugget, followed by a stick right beneath it, forming a vertical line.
- This recipe will yield four copper torches in the result box.
- Drag the torches to your inventory to keep them handy!
Uses of Copper Torch in Minecraft
1. Light and Heat Source
As you’d expect, copper torches provide crucial light, shining with a brightness level of 14, just like their traditional counterparts. Use them to brighten your base and deter mob spawns in dark areas. Additionally, these torches can melt snow and ice—placing one will clear snow within two blocks and ice within three.
2. Crafting Copper Lanterns
Copper torches can also be transformed into beautiful copper lanterns! To make a lantern, you’ll need eight copper nuggets plus one copper torch. These lanterns emit a light level of 15—slightly more powerful—and can be placed atop blocks or even suspended from ceilings, adding style to your builds.
Curious whether copper torches oxidize like other copper items? The answer is no! Since only one nugget changes the flame, copper torches don’t have additional variants like other copper-based items.
You now know how to craft a copper torch in Minecraft with just a few simple ingredients. Have you also tried out the new copper armor and tools? Share your experiences in the comments!
What is the best way to use copper torches in my builds? You can place them strategically in darker corners to keep mobs at bay or create a unique ambiance in your structure.
Are copper torches better than regular torches for lighting? Copper torches emit the same light level as traditional torches, but they add a nice aesthetic touch with their greenish flame.
Can I use copper torches to melt ice and snow in the game? Absolutely! Copper torches melt snow within two blocks and ice within three, making them functional and stylish.
What materials do I need to craft a copper torch? You’ll need a copper nugget, either charcoal or coal, and one stick to create a copper torch.
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