What can you dig Netherite with?

To dig Netherite, specifically Ancient Debris, you will need a Diamond Pickaxe; using any other pickaxe will destroy the block, making the Diamond Pickaxe the necessary tool for extracting Ancient Debris. The Netherite itself, in the form of Netherite Blocks, can only be mined with a Diamond or Netherite Pickaxe, emphasizing the exclusivity and rarity of Netherite in the Minecraft universe.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Mining Netherite

1. Can I dig Netherite with an iron pickaxe? No, you cannot dig Netherite (or Ancient Debris) with an iron pickaxe; you need a Diamond Pickaxe to mine Ancient Debris without destroying it.

2. What is the best way to mine Ancient Debris? The best way to mine Ancient Debris includes strip mining and using explosives like TNT or beds in the Nether, which, despite the danger, can be more efficient due to the high blast resistance of Ancient Debris.

3. What block should I mine for Netherite? You should mine Ancient Debris for Netherite, as it’s the source of Netherite Scraps, which are then combined with Gold Ingots to make Netherite Ingots.

About Netherite Properties

4. How rare is Netherite? Netherite (or Ancient Debris) is extremely rare, spawning in limited quantities in the Nether at specific levels, making it a highly sought-after resource.

5. Is Netherite better than diamond? Yes, Netherite is better than diamond in terms of toughness, durability, and knockback resistance, and weapons made with Netherite do more damage.

6. Can ancient debris burn in lava? No, Ancient Debris, in item form, floats on lava and cannot be burned by any form of fire, showcasing its unique properties.

About Crafting Netherite

7. How many ancient debris for full armor and tools? To craft a full set of Netherite armor and tools, you’ll need a total of 36 Ancient Debris, as each Netherite Ingot requires 4 Netherite Scraps and you need 9 Netherite Ingots for a full set.

8. Is ancient debris harder to find than diamonds? Yes, Ancient Debris (and thus Netherite) is significantly rarer than diamonds, making Netherite armor and tools more challenging to obtain.

9. Is iron stronger than netherite? No, Netherite is stronger than iron, with Netherite being at the top of the armor tier list in terms of strength and durability.

About Mining Techniques

10. Does Fortune 3 work on ancient debris? No, the Fortune enchantment does not work on Ancient Debris, similar to iron and gold ore, meaning you won’t get extra Netherite Scraps from a single block.

11. Is netherite armor blast proof? Netherite blocks, when placed, are highly resistant to explosions, including those from TNT, but Netherite items can still be damaged or destroyed under certain conditions.

12. How many Netherite Scraps are in an ingot? Each Netherite Ingot requires 4 Netherite Scraps and 4 Gold Ingots, and this process is how you upgrade your Diamond tools and armor to Netherite.

About Netherite in Real Life

13. Is netherite real in real life? While Netherite itself is not real, its properties can be compared to steel, an alloy of iron and carbon, which is stronger and more durable than pure iron, similar to how Netherite is stronger than diamond in Minecraft.

14. Is netherite fireproof? Netherite items are resistant to fire and lava, and in block form, Netherite is nearly indestructible, making it a highly valuable resource for protection and tools.

15. What is rarer than netherite? Emeralds are rarer than Netherite in several aspects, including spawn rates and locations, making them highly valuable and sought after for different reasons in the Minecraft universe.