Smithing Templates in Minecraft: Usage and FAQs
A Smithing Template is a single-use item. When you use a Smithing Template at a Smithing Table, it is consumed. Think of it like an enchanted book – once you apply that enchantment to your tool, the book is gone. But fear not, aspiring Minecraft artisans! There’s a clever workaround that allows you to effectively use a Smithing Template many times by duplicating it. Let’s dive into the specifics.
Understanding Smithing Templates: The Basics
Smithing Templates are essential for two primary purposes: upgrading diamond gear to Netherite and adding cosmetic armor trims. These templates are found throughout the Minecraft world in various structures, often as rare treasures tucked away in chests. Each template has a distinct design, representing the biome or structure it originates from.
- Netherite Upgrade Template: Found exclusively in Bastion Remnants, this template is crucial for enhancing your diamond gear to the pinnacle of protection and power.
- Armor Trim Templates: A diverse collection found in structures ranging from Ancient Cities to Strongholds, these templates allow you to customize the appearance of your armor with unique patterns.
The Single-Use Conundrum
The initial discovery that Smithing Templates are consumed upon use can be disheartening. After all, some templates are rarer than others, particularly the Netherite Upgrade template and the Silence Armor Trim. The good news is that duplication is possible, effectively making your templates reusable.
Duplication: Your Key to Infinite Template Usage
The key to overcoming the single-use limitation lies in the crafting recipe for duplicating Smithing Templates. This recipe requires the original template, a specific material related to the template’s origin, and diamonds.
- General Duplication Recipe:
- 1 Smithing Template
- 1 Block of the Template’s Material (e.g., Cobblestone for a Village template, Netherrack for a Netherite Upgrade template)
- 7 Diamonds
Using this recipe in a Crafting Table will yield two Smithing Templates, allowing you to effectively replace the one you consumed and even gain an extra!
How to Duplicate the Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template
As you can see this template requires specific materials:
- Place one Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template in the crafting grid.
- Add one Netherrack directly below the template.
- Fill the remaining slots with seven Diamonds.
Crafting this will duplicate the Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template. This allows you to easily obtain multiple copies without repeatedly looting Bastion Remnants.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Smithing Templates
1. Can I use a Smithing Template more than once?
No, a Smithing Template is consumed upon use. However, you can duplicate Smithing Templates using a crafting recipe, effectively making them reusable.
2. Where can I find Smithing Templates?
Smithing Templates are found in chests within various structures across Minecraft. Each structure has a chance to generate specific templates:
- Netherite Upgrade: Bastion Remnants
- Ancient City: Ward
- Desert Pyramid: Wayfinder
- End City: Spire
- Jungle Temple: Raiser
- Mineshaft: Coast
- Ocean Monument: Tide
- Pillager Outpost: Snout
- Ruined Portal: Eye
- Stronghold: Rib
- Trail Ruins: Angler
- Village: Host
- Woodland Mansion: Silence
3. What is the rarest Smithing Template?
The Silence Armor Trim is considered the rarest, found only in Woodland Mansions.
4. Do Smithing Templates make armor stronger?
Only the Netherite Upgrade template directly increases armor strength by allowing you to upgrade diamond armor to Netherite. Armor Trims are purely cosmetic. Full diamond and full netherite provide the same amount of damage reduction (80%).
5. How many Smithing Templates are there in Minecraft?
There are 17 Smithing Templates in total: 16 for armor trims and 1 for upgrading to Netherite.
6. Are Smithing Templates infinite?
While a single Smithing Template is not infinite, you can duplicate them infinitely using the crafting recipe of the template, its specific material, and diamonds.
7. Can you duplicate the Netherite Upgrade template?
Yes, you can duplicate the Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template using 1 Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template, 1 Netherrack, and 7 Diamonds.
8. Is full Netherite armor worth it?
Full Netherite armor provides the same damage reduction as full Diamond armor (80%). However, Netherite offers knockback resistance and increased durability. Whether it’s “worth it” depends on your play style and priorities.
9. How is Netherite better than diamond armor?
Netherite armor has higher toughness, increased durability, and knockback resistance compared to diamond armor. Netherite weapons also deal more damage.
10. What Smithing Template do I need for Netherite?
You need the Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template, found exclusively in Bastion Remnants.
11. Do armor trims stay if you upgrade to Netherite?
Yes, armor trims remain when you upgrade diamond armor to Netherite. The upgrade process does not remove existing trims.
12. Can you make diamond armor with a smithing table?
No, Smithing Tables are used for upgrading diamond armor to Netherite and applying armor trims. Creating diamond armor requires a Crafting Table and diamonds.
13. Do armor trims do anything besides look cool?
Armor trims are purely cosmetic and do not affect the armor’s protective stats. They enhance your personal style and allow you to customize your appearance. These stylistic choices may have a big impact on children and students as they construct their identities within the game. For further information, please visit the GamesLearningSociety.org website.
14. How do I duplicate my Netherite Smithing Template?
- Place the Netherite Smithing Template in the center slot of the first row in a crafting table.
- Place a block of Netherrack directly below the template.
- Fill the remaining seven slots with Diamonds.
- Craft the recipe to receive two Netherite Smithing Templates.
15. How rare are Netherite smithing templates?
There is approximately a 10% chance to find a Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template in chests within Bridge, Hoglin Stables, and Housing Units within Bastion Remnants.
Mastering the Smithing Table
By understanding how Smithing Templates work and how to duplicate them, you can personalize your Minecraft gear and become a master of the Smithing Table. Go forth, explore, and craft the armor of your dreams!