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Troubled by thunderstorms? Here is a detailed guide that contains everything you need to know about the Lightning Rod in Minecraft.
Like in real life, thunderstorms and lightning are frequent in Minecraft. These catastrophic events can lead to the destruction of shelters, burning of crops, scaring away the animals, and more. In Minecraft, the Lightning Rod was introduced with the 1.17 Caves & Cliffs update. When you place it in the Overworld, it will draw electricity to itself instead of the surrounding area, preventing any damage.
This article will help you obtain and use a Lightning Rod in Minecraft.
Ingredients Required To Craft a Lightning Rod in Minecraft
In Minecraft, you have to craft a Lightning Rod to obtain it. However, the crafting process is not complex, as it requires only one ingredient. To make a Lightning Rod, you will need the following:
- 3x Copper Ingots
Here’s how to obtain the ingredients:
- Copper Ingot: In Minecraft, you must collect raw copper to obtain copper ingots, which you can find easily in the Overworld. Then, mine the copper ore to gather the raw copper. Next, put raw copper with some fuel, like wood or charcoal, in the furnace to smelt the copper ingots.
Once you have the ingredients, head to the crafting table to make a Lightning Rod.
Craft a Lightning Rod in Minecraft
Follow these steps to obtain a Lightning Rod in Minecraft:
- Open the Crafting Table, and you will spot a 3×3 grid.
- Place the Copper Ingots in the entire second column. Make sure to put the items in the correct pattern.
- Once you place the ingredients, you will obtain a Lightning Rod in the adjacent box.
- From there, you can transfer them to your inventory.
How To Use a Lightning Rod
You can place a Lightning Rod in any orientation—vertically or horizontally. Additionally, you can put it on the ground or any block. However, it is crucial to note that a Lightning Rod can only be placed in an open environment.
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