To build an iron farm in Minecraft, you’ll need to create a structure that spawns Iron Golems and collects the iron they drop when killed. Here’s a step-by-step guide based on various designs available in the search results:
- Choose a design: There are many iron farm designs available, ranging from simple to complex. Some popular designs include those by Avomance[1], Moretingz[1], and Gnembom[2]. You can choose a design based on your preferences and resources.
- Villager area: You’ll need to trap at least three villagers in a floating structure to control the Iron Golem spawn location[3]. Follow the specific design you’ve chosen to create this structure.
- Zombie or other scare mechanics: Some designs use a zombie or other scare mechanics to frighten the villagers, causing Iron Golems to spawn[1]. Follow the instructions in your chosen design to set up this part of the farm.
- Iron Golem spawning area: Create an area where Iron Golems can spawn and be killed. This can be a platform with water currents pushing the golems towards a killing chamber or a hole where they fall and die[1]. Follow your chosen design to set up this area.
- Killing mechanism: Set up a mechanism to kill the Iron Golems and collect their drops. This can be done using lava, fall damage, or other methods[4]. Follow the instructions in your chosen design to set up the killing mechanism.
- Item collection: Place hoppers and chests to collect the iron dropped by the killed Iron Golems[4]. Make sure the hoppers are connected to the chests, so the items are stored properly.
- Optional: Expand and optimize: You can expand your iron farm by adding more spawning areas or optimizing the design for higher efficiency[2].
For more detailed instructions and visual guides, you can refer to the following video tutorials:
- Minecraft 1.17 Iron Farm Tutorial by[5]
- How To Build An Iron Farm! Minecraft Survival Guide (1.18 Tutorial Let’s Play) by[6]
- EASIEST 1.20 IRON FARM TUTORIAL in Minecraft Bedrock by[4]
Remember to follow the specific instructions provided in the design you choose to ensure the iron farm works correctly. Happy building!
Citations:
[1] https://www.sportskeeda.com/minecraft/5-best-minecraft-iron-farm-designs-2022
[2] https://www.thegamer.com/minecraft-build-iron-farm-guide-tips/
[3] https://beebom.com/make-iron-farm-minecraft/
[4] https://youtube.com/watch?v=1pDUJwxortc
[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqo4aAAmmhg
[6] https://youtube.com/watch?v=9O07Fv-54×8