What is Obsidian in Minecraft?
Obsidian is a very hard, dark purple and black block with an extremely high blast resistance. It is one of the toughest blocks in the game. The main purpose of obsidian is to build a Nether portal, which is the gateway to the dangerous but resource rich Nether dimension. It is also a key ingredient in crafting an enchanting table and an ender chest. Because it is so strong and resistant to explosions, players also use obsidian to build secure vaults, panic rooms, and defenses against powerful mobs like the Wither. It is a symbol of strength and a key to unlocking some of the most important parts of the game.
How to get Obsidian in Minecraft
There are two main ways to get obsidian. The first way is to find it. Obsidian generates naturally where flowing water meets a lava source block. You can often find it deep underground where water from a cave lake has flowed into a lava lake. It also makes up the pillars that the Ender Dragon perches on in the End. The second way is to create it yourself. The easiest way to do this is to find a pool of lava and pour a bucket of water over it. The top layer of lava will turn into obsidian. To mine obsidian, you must use a diamond or netherite pickaxe. It takes a very long time to mine, even with the best tools. If you try to mine it with a weaker pickaxe, the block will break and you will get nothing.
How to use Obsidian in Minecraft
The most important use for obsidian is to build a Nether portal. You need at least 10 obsidian blocks to build the frame of the portal, which you then light with a flint and steel. This is essential for progressing in the game. Obsidian is also used in several important crafting recipes. You need four obsidian, two diamonds, and a book to craft an enchanting table. You need eight obsidian and an eye of ender to craft an ender chest. Because of its incredible blast resistance, obsidian is a fantastic building material for defensive structures. You can use it to build a bunker that is completely safe from creeper explosions, or to create a trap to contain and defeat the Wither.
How to craft Obsidian in Minecraft
No recipes for this block.
