Dripstone Blocks were introduced in the Caves & Cliffs update for Minecraft, but please note that there may have been subsequent updates or changes to the game. Dripstone Blocks are a type of block that can be crafted using pointed dripstone.
Pointed dripstone is a new block that grows from stalactites and stalagmites in caves, particularly in the Dripstone Caves biome. When pointed dripstone grows long enough, it transforms into a Dripstone Block. Players can collect these blocks using a pickaxe.
In the ever-evolving world of Minecraft, the Caves & Cliffs Update: Part I introduced a new building block – the dripstone block. This tutorial will guide you through the process of crafting a dripstone block and also explain how to gather it in Survival mode, complete with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
Required Materials:
To craft a dripstone block, ensure you have the following materials:
- 4 Pointed Dripstones
Crafting in Survival Mode:
Access the Crafting Menu:
Open your crafting table to reveal the 3×3 crafting grid.
Navigate to the Crafting Grid:
Identify the 3×3 crafting grid where you’ll bring your dripstone block to life.
Arranging the Materials:
Place 4 pointed dripstones in the crafting grid, adhering to the following pattern:
Crafting Pattern:
- First row: 1 Pointed Dripstone (first box), 1 Pointed Dripstone (second box)
- Second row: 1 Pointed Dripstone (first box), 1 Pointed Dripstone (second box)
Replicate this pattern exactly as shown in the accompanying images. This is the precise crafting recipe for a dripstone block. Once the crafting grid is filled correctly, the dripstone block will appear on the right side of the crafting interface.
Moving Dripstone Block to Inventory:
Drag the crafted dripstone block from the crafting grid to your inventory.
Congratulations, you’ve successfully crafted a dripstone block in Minecraft!
Gathering a Dripstone Block in Survival Mode:
Find a Dripstone Block:
Dripstone blocks can be found in the Dripstone Caves biome. Explore and locate this biome in your world.
Hold a Pickaxe:
Equip a pickaxe to mine the dripstone block. Suitable pickaxes include Netherite, Diamond, Golden, Iron, Stone, and Wooden.
Mine the Dripstone Block:
Use the following game control to mine the dripstone block based on your version:
- For Java Edition (PC/Mac): Left-click and hold on the dripstone block.
- For Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Windows 10 Edition, and Education Edition:
Tap and hold on the dripstone block. Continue mining until the block breaks, revealing a smaller dripstone block that will float on the ground.
Pick up the Dripstone Block:
Ensure you pick up the dripstone block before it disappears. Once collected, it will appear in your hotbar and can be stored in your inventory.
Command for Dripstone Block:
For a quick acquisition using commands, use the following based on your Minecraft edition:
- Java Edition (PC/Mac):
/give @p dripstone_block 1- Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Windows 10 Edition, Education Edition:
/give @p dripstone_block 1 0Supported Platforms:
Dripstone blocks are available across various platforms, including Java Edition (PC/Mac), Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Windows 10 Edition, and Education Edition.
