The Basics of Survival is essential for Minecraft. There's no other way to put it, your life depends on how you prepare to face the world of blocks itself. Whether you are taking on the Ender Dragon or you're just starting off on your quest, it is vital to learn about the most important basics of combat in Minecraft. I will be only talking about swords and bows and arrows in this one. With a sword and a bow you are ready to take on any monster out there in the deadly terrains of Minecraft.
First let's start with how you craft your sword. Your standard recipe to craft on a crafting table are 1
stick and two material pieces of either
wood,
stone,
gold,
iron, or
diamond.
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| Sword Recipes |
These material pieces each account for how strong each sword is and how durable it is. Wood swords tend to be great starter weapons according to Stephanie Milton, author of
Minecraft: Combat Handbook. However, they are less durable and can break when used for a longer period of time. Stone swords have a bit more bite to them than wood swords and will work long enough until you are able to acquire rare ores (gold, iron and diamond). Gold Swords are slightly stronger than wood, but are less stronger than stone and are less durable than both. They can however be enchanted (upcoming blog) easier than the other swords. Iron swords are stronger than all three and an iron sword will last a while. This is a great weapon for fighters willing to fight against monsters such as zombies, skeletons, and spiders. However, if wanting an even stronger weapon, craft the diamond sword which is the strongest and most durable sword in the game. The diamond sword is "The ultimate fighting implement for the player who intends to dominate." (Milton 9).
Damage each sword does:
Wood Sword - 5 hearts
Stone Sword - 6 hearts
Gold Sword - 5 hearts
Iron Sword - 7 hearts
Diamond Sword - 8 hearts
You can also press right click in order to block arrow shots with your sword. Later on, you'll find out how these swords can be enchanted to increase the performance of each sword. Swords are an essential piece in order to survive.
Bows are typically best used at a distance to snipe your enemies from afar. They are crafted using 3 pieces of
sticks and three pieces of
string. Bows are strongly durable and can last for a while. Arrows needed with bows are crafted with one piece of
flint, one
stick and one
feather. Arrows can also be dropped by skeletons, when slain.
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| Bow and Arrow Recipe |
Bows can be used by holding down the right click button to charge and release it. According to Milton, "The main advantage of a bow and arrows is that, unlike the sword, you can use it from a distance and keep out of range of your enemy's attack." (Milton 10). A normal bow and arrow can do up to 9 hearts of damage when fully charged. Bows can also be enchanted to help out even more.
You are now ready to face the world of Minecraft with the basic weapons needed. Now all you need left is armor and other essential parts. Depending on everyone's play style you might play aggressive and roll with a sword like me, or just play safe and use a bow. You might even need to use both weapons to fight different monsters that live in the world of Minecraft.
What is your play style and how will you use these weapons effectively?
Milton, Stephanie, and Paul Soares. "Basic Weapons." Minecraft: Combat Handbook: An Official Mojang Book. Scholastic, 2014. Print.
I generally roll with a sword like you, as I find it difficult myself to aim the bow, especially at night when the mobs actually spawn. The swords work very well, as they have enough knock-back to keep enemies off of you, and are fast enough to get the job done. Bows, are too slow for the low amount of damage they do to mobs, and the aggro generated by your first shot brings enemies closer, and a moving target is much harder to hit, as with any shooter. Of course, I will still work to craft a bow, trying to fill up my inventory with all of the tools necessary to dominate the game.
ReplyDeleteYour point is correct. The aim in the End (if you know the reference) is to dominate in the world of Minecraft. I totally agree for what you have to say.
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ReplyDeleteLet me just say that you talking about Minecraft survival is awesome! And the way I usually tend to play while in combat is to use the bow. I feel the bow is very useful because when it is enchanted, can be stronger than any sword and gets enemies so far away they can't even spot you.
ReplyDeleteAhhh, so you like to snipe don't ya? Well that's perfectly fine. Bows help provide you to stay safe from a distance. Bows are stronger when enchanted especially if you get the right enchantments. I can just imagine you in the back, shooting your bow, while everyone charges in. I hope you'll provide them with cover fire!
DeleteUsually when I play Minecraft (it's been quite a few months so I may be a bit rusty) I like to run a bow with enchanted fire arrows, as I feel it's best to take out long ranged enemies. That way you're not as risky with your play style. However, I remember arrows being quite hard to find sometimes, so swords would be the best for energy consumption, even if you are being a bit more risky. There are always different strategies for being successful in Minecraft.
ReplyDeleteYou are correct. Bow and sword enchantments help out a ton. I would always run the enchantment "fire aspect" which is what you said puts enemies on fire. A good way to conserve your arrows is to have the "infinity" enchant on your bow. You'll find it useful since you will almost never run out of arrows. Enchantments will be on a later post so look out for it.
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