{"id":207387,"date":"2025-03-24T00:04:04","date_gmt":"2025-03-24T00:04:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=207387"},"modified":"2025-03-24T00:04:04","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T00:04:04","slug":"can-we-tame-phantoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/","title":{"rendered":"Can we tame phantoms?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Can_We_Tame_Phantoms_in_Minecraft_A_Deep_Dive\" title=\"Can We Tame Phantoms in Minecraft? A Deep Dive\">Can We Tame Phantoms in Minecraft? A Deep Dive<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Understanding_the_Phantom_Menace\" title=\"Understanding the Phantom Menace\">Understanding the Phantom Menace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Exploiting_the_Phantom_Phantom_Membrane_Farming\" title=\"Exploiting the Phantom: Phantom Membrane Farming\">Exploiting the Phantom: Phantom Membrane Farming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#The_Illusion_of_Control_Manipulating_Phantom_Behavior\" title=\"The Illusion of Control: Manipulating Phantom Behavior\">The Illusion of Control: Manipulating Phantom Behavior<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Understanding_the_Phantoms_Spawning_Mechanics\" title=\"Understanding the Phantom&#8217;s Spawning Mechanics\">Understanding the Phantom&#8217;s Spawning Mechanics<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#FAQs_Demystifying_the_Phantom\" title=\"FAQs: Demystifying the Phantom\">FAQs: Demystifying the Phantom<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#How_high_do_phantoms_spawn\" title=\"How high do phantoms spawn?\">How high do phantoms spawn?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#What_are_phantoms_scared_of_in_Minecraft\" title=\"What are phantoms scared of in Minecraft?\">What are phantoms scared of in Minecraft?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Can_you_put_a_phantom_in_a_boat\" title=\"Can you put a phantom in a boat?\">Can you put a phantom in a boat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Do_phantoms_drop_elytra\" title=\"Do phantoms drop elytra?\">Do phantoms drop elytra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#What_is_the_purple_flying_thing_in_Minecraft\" title=\"What is the purple flying thing in Minecraft?\">What is the purple flying thing in Minecraft?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#What_do_phantoms_drop_when_killed\" title=\"What do phantoms drop when killed?\">What do phantoms drop when killed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Why_do_people_hate_the_phantom_in_Minecraft\" title=\"Why do people hate the phantom in Minecraft?\">Why do people hate the phantom in Minecraft?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Do_phantoms_go_away_when_you_sleep\" title=\"Do phantoms go away when you sleep?\">Do phantoms go away when you sleep?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Can_you_trap_phantoms_in_Minecraft\" title=\"Can you trap phantoms in Minecraft?\">Can you trap phantoms in Minecraft?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#How_rare_are_phantoms_in_Minecraft\" title=\"How rare are phantoms in Minecraft?\">How rare are phantoms in Minecraft?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Can_Phantoms_spawn_underground\" title=\"Can Phantoms spawn underground?\">Can Phantoms spawn underground?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#How_often_do_phantoms_attack\" title=\"How often do phantoms attack?\">How often do phantoms attack?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#What_Y_level_do_phantoms_not_spawn\" title=\"What Y level do phantoms not spawn?\">What Y level do phantoms not spawn?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Do_phantoms_burn_in_daylight\" title=\"Do phantoms burn in daylight?\">Do phantoms burn in daylight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#What_is_a_good_defense_against_phantoms\" title=\"What is a good defense against phantoms?\">What is a good defense against phantoms?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/#Conclusion_Coexisting_with_the_Untamable\" title=\"Conclusion: Coexisting with the Untamable\">Conclusion: Coexisting with the Untamable<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_We_Tame_Phantoms_in_Minecraft_A_Deep_Dive\"><\/span>Can We Tame Phantoms in Minecraft? A Deep Dive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The short answer? No, you <strong>cannot directly tame phantoms<\/strong> in the traditional sense within vanilla Minecraft. There isn&#8217;t a mechanic that allows you to give them treats, gain their trust, or assign them tasks like you can with wolves or cats. However, the relationship you have with these nocturnal nuisances is far more complex than a simple &#8220;yes&#8221; or &#8220;no&#8221; answer. Understanding their behavior and manipulating their spawning conditions can give you a form of control, a way to coexist, and even exploit them for their unique resources. Let&#8217;s explore this in more detail.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Phantom_Menace\"><\/span>Understanding the Phantom Menace<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Phantoms are hostile, flying mobs that spawn when a player hasn&#8217;t slept in their bed for three or more in-game days. Their design \u2013 skeletal, membrane-winged creatures \u2013 perfectly captures the feeling of exhaustion and the creeping dread of the night in Minecraft. They circle overhead, swooping down to attack with a screech, making them one of the more anxiety-inducing mobs in the game.<\/p>\n<p>Their spawning conditions are crucial to understanding how to manage them. They <strong>only spawn at night or during thunderstorms<\/strong> if the player is above sea level (y=64) with <strong>sky access<\/strong>. The local difficulty also plays a role. This means that you can effectively prevent their spawning by sleeping regularly or spending time underground.<\/p>\n<p>While you can&#8217;t &#8220;tame&#8221; them in the conventional sense, there are ways to influence their behavior and even use them to your advantage. For example, <strong>cats deter phantoms<\/strong>. Placing cats strategically around your base can keep these flying fiends at bay. Furthermore, trapping them is possible using methods like boats or minecarts, especially if you lure them in using a cat. It is crucial to note that <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong> focuses on how games like Minecraft can be used as a learning tool.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exploiting_the_Phantom_Phantom_Membrane_Farming\"><\/span>Exploiting the Phantom: Phantom Membrane Farming<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While taming might be out of the question, farming phantoms for their <strong>phantom membranes<\/strong> is a popular and viable strategy. Phantom membranes are a crucial ingredient for crafting <strong>slow falling potions<\/strong>, which are incredibly useful for navigating challenging terrain, avoiding fall damage, and exploring the End dimension.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s how to set up a basic phantom farm:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Choose a Location:<\/strong> A high platform in the sky is ideal, far above the ground, ensuring the phantoms can spawn freely. Make sure you are above y=64.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Build a Collection System:<\/strong> Construct a large, enclosed area with a water stream that directs the phantoms towards a central drop.<\/li>\n<li><strong>AFK Spot:<\/strong> Create a safe spot within the farm where you can stand AFK (Away From Keyboard) to allow phantoms to spawn. Remember, you need to avoid sleeping for several nights to trigger their appearance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Killing Chamber:<\/strong> At the bottom of the drop, either add a manual killing area or automate the process using lava blades or other mechanisms.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cat Strategy<\/strong>: Place a cat on the side you want the phantoms to fall down.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Looting:<\/strong> Always use a sword with the <strong>looting enchantment<\/strong> for increased phantom membrane drops!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>This setup allows you to passively collect phantom membranes without having to actively hunt them down, demonstrating a form of control over these otherwise untamable creatures.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Illusion_of_Control_Manipulating_Phantom_Behavior\"><\/span>The Illusion of Control: Manipulating Phantom Behavior<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While you can&#8217;t put a saddle on a phantom and ride it into the sunset, you can subtly influence their behavior. As mentioned, cats are a major deterrent. This is a unique interaction, as creepers are also known to be scared of cats. Phantoms will actively avoid cats, creating a &#8220;safe zone&#8221; around them. This can be used defensively to protect vulnerable areas or offensively to guide phantoms into traps.<\/p>\n<p>Another intriguing aspect is the phantom&#8217;s tendency to spawn inside buildings if the player is outside and the building is large enough. Understanding this allows you to strategically design structures that can act as phantom traps, funneling them into designated areas for easy elimination.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Phantoms_Spawning_Mechanics\"><\/span>Understanding the Phantom&#8217;s Spawning Mechanics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Phantoms are particularly sensitive to specific game mechanics, which influence their spawning rates. Understanding these will help you better deal with them:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Time Since Last Sleep:<\/strong> This is the primary trigger. The longer you go without sleeping, the more likely phantoms are to spawn.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Local Difficulty:<\/strong> Higher local difficulty increases the likelihood of phantom spawns. This difficulty increases over time in a given chunk.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sky Access:<\/strong> Phantoms need a clear view of the sky to spawn. Blocking the sky with solid blocks will prevent them from appearing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Light Level:<\/strong> Phantoms can spawn regardless of the light level.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Height<\/strong>: Phantoms will only spawn above sea level (y=64).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By manipulating these factors, you can drastically reduce or eliminate phantom spawns entirely, achieving a form of &#8220;phantom management&#8221; that, while not taming, offers a significant level of control.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Demystifying_the_Phantom\"><\/span>FAQs: Demystifying the Phantom<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 15 frequently asked questions about phantoms in Minecraft, providing a comprehensive understanding of these fascinating creatures:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_high_do_phantoms_spawn\"><\/span>How high do phantoms spawn?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Phantoms spawn above y-level 64, meaning above sea level. They also require <strong>sky access<\/strong> to spawn.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_phantoms_scared_of_in_Minecraft\"><\/span>What are phantoms scared of in Minecraft?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Phantoms are primarily scared of <strong>cats<\/strong>. They will actively avoid areas with cats present, trying to stay at least 16 blocks away.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_put_a_phantom_in_a_boat\"><\/span>Can you put a phantom in a boat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can put a phantom in a boat or a minecart. This is a common method for trapping them. Luring them with a cat is an excellent way to accomplish this.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_phantoms_drop_elytra\"><\/span>Do phantoms drop elytra?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, phantoms do <strong>not directly drop elytra<\/strong>. However, if a phantom is killed by a shulker, it <strong>will<\/strong> drop elytra, however it is not advised as you must travel the shulker to the overworld.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_purple_flying_thing_in_Minecraft\"><\/span>What is the purple flying thing in Minecraft?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The purple flying thing is a <strong>phantom<\/strong>. They are hostile mobs that attack players who haven&#8217;t slept in a while.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_phantoms_drop_when_killed\"><\/span>What do phantoms drop when killed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Phantoms drop <strong>0-1 phantom membranes<\/strong> when killed by a player or a tamed wolf. The amount can be increased to a maximum of 4 with Looting III.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_people_hate_the_phantom_in_Minecraft\"><\/span>Why do people hate the phantom in Minecraft?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>People often dislike phantoms because they can be <strong>annoying<\/strong>. They disrupt gameplay by forcing players to sleep, and they can spawn in inconvenient locations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_phantoms_go_away_when_you_sleep\"><\/span>Do phantoms go away when you sleep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, phantoms stop spawning when the player lies down in bed. Consecutive nights of not sleeping increase their numbers, so sleeping resets this.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_trap_phantoms_in_Minecraft\"><\/span>Can you trap phantoms in Minecraft?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can trap phantoms using various methods, including <strong>boats, minecarts, and strategically placed cats<\/strong> to lure them into enclosed spaces.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_rare_are_phantoms_in_Minecraft\"><\/span>How rare are phantoms in Minecraft?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The number of phantoms that spawn varies depending on the game difficulty. It ranges from 1-2 in Easy, 1-3 in Normal, and 1-4 in Hard difficulty.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Phantoms_spawn_underground\"><\/span>Can Phantoms spawn underground?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, <strong>phantoms cannot spawn underground<\/strong>. They require sky access, meaning they need a clear view of the sky to spawn.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_do_phantoms_attack\"><\/span>How often do phantoms attack?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Phantoms attack roughly every 10-20 seconds once they have targeted a player. They will swoop down from above, making a distinctive screech.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Y_level_do_phantoms_not_spawn\"><\/span>What Y level do phantoms not spawn?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Phantoms will not spawn <strong>below Y=64<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_phantoms_burn_in_daylight\"><\/span>Do phantoms burn in daylight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>phantoms burn in daylight<\/strong>, just like zombies and skeletons. This is why they primarily appear at night.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_good_defense_against_phantoms\"><\/span>What is a good defense against phantoms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Good defenses against phantoms include <strong>sleeping regularly<\/strong>, using cats, building enclosed spaces, and wearing a helmet enchanted with Protection.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Coexisting_with_the_Untamable\"><\/span>Conclusion: Coexisting with the Untamable<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While true taming of phantoms remains beyond the player&#8217;s reach in Minecraft, understanding their behavior, manipulating their spawning conditions, and exploiting them for resources offers a complex and engaging relationship. By employing strategic building, utilizing cats as deterrents, and mastering the art of phantom farming, you can effectively control these nocturnal nuisances and turn them into a valuable asset in your Minecraft world. Just remember to get some sleep once in a while! You can always learn more about games and their educational value by visiting the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can We Tame Phantoms in Minecraft? A Deep Dive The short answer? No, you cannot directly tame phantoms in the traditional sense within vanilla Minecraft. There isn&#8217;t a mechanic that allows you to give them treats, gain their trust, or assign them tasks like you can with wolves or cats. However, the relationship you have &#8230; <a title=\"Can we tame phantoms?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/can-we-tame-phantoms\/\" aria-label=\"More on Can we tame phantoms?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-207387","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/207387","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=207387"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/207387\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=207387"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=207387"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=207387"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}