What items can Allays collect?
Allays can collect dropped items that are already on the ground, including minerals, ores, enchanting books, and other resources, but they cannot mine or break blocks to collect items, and they will only pick up items that are within their 32-block cubic area range. The Allay will collect items that match the item given to it, for example, if given a diamond, it will collect nearby diamonds that are already on the ground, but it won’t collect diamond ore that is still embedded in the ground.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
Can Allays collect diamonds?
Allays can collect diamonds that are already on the ground, but they cannot mine or destroy blocks to collect diamond ore.
Can you give Allays diamonds in Minecraft?
Yes, you can give Allays diamonds in Minecraft, and they will search for nearby diamonds that are already on the ground.
Can Allays put items in chests?
Allays can pick up items and bring them to a hopper that stores them in a chest, making them useful for automatic farms.
Item Collection
Do Allays pick up enchanted items?
Yes, Allays can pick up enchanted items, including enchanting books, and they will collect specific items based on the item given to them.
What blocks can Allays pick up?
Allays can pick up blocks and items that are already on the ground, but they cannot break or mine blocks.
Can Allays collect ores?
Yes, Allays can collect ores that are already on the ground, but they will not mine or extract ores from blocks.
Allay Behavior
Can Allays follow you with elytra?
No, Allays cannot keep up with players who are using elytra, even with a lead.
How do you stop Allays from despawning?
To prevent Allays from despawning, you can use a name tag or tie them to a post with a lead.
Can you make Allays drop items?
Yes, Allays will drop their collected items when they hear music from a note block.
Allay Care and Usage
Can you make Allays your pet?
No, you cannot tame an Allay in Minecraft, but they will follow players who give them items.
Will Allays despawn on a lead?
No, Allays will not despawn when tied to a lead, and they can be returned to their totem by right-clicking on the Allay with the totem.
Do Allays take damage from lava?
Yes, Allays can take damage from lava, but they have health regeneration, which allows them to recover from damage.
Advanced Usage
Will Allay follow you forever?
The Allay will follow the player who last gave it an item, and it will seek items within a 32-block cubic area.
What is the best item for Allay?
Giving an Allay an amethyst shard while it is dancing to music from a jukebox will cause it to duplicate, creating a new Allay.
Can Allays use a totem of undying?
If an Allay uses a totem of undying, it will no longer be holding an item and will not follow its owner.
Safety Precautions
Can Allays drown in Minecraft?
Yes, Allays can drown in water if they become stuck, so it’s essential to ensure they have a clear path to move around.
Can Allays teleport with you?
Yes, Allays can teleport with players through nether portals, making them useful for transporting items between dimensions.
Additional Information
What are the blue fairies in Minecraft?
The blue fairies in Minecraft are called Allays, and they are small, winged creatures that can be found in pillager outposts or woodland mansions.
Can Allays use swords?
No, Allays do not use swords, but they can be used to collect items and resources in farms and item sorters.
Can Allays be used for farms?
Yes, Allays can be used in farms to collect and sort items, making them a useful addition to redstone farms and item sorters.