Cinchs Better Deepslate FAQ

Deepslate slabs and stairs follow the same crafting patterns as their stone equivalents: arrange deepslate blocks in the standard slab or stair configuration on a crafting table. The mod aligns deepslate recipes with regular stone crafting, so if you know how to make stone stairs, you already know how to make deepslate stairs.

Mossy deepslate variants have a different texture with moss growth and typically require different crafting inputs than their normal counterparts. The mod provides mossy versions of cobbled deepslate, bricks, and tiles, giving you more decorative options for underground builds.

Mossy deepslate variants are crafted rather than found naturally; check the crafting recipes guide for the specific ingredients needed for each mossy block type. You'll typically combine normal deepslate variants with moss-related materials.

Deepslate tools have extended durability compared to standard tools, making them useful for long mining sessions, but they don't necessarily mine faster or deal more damage than iron or diamond. They're a good mid-game alternative if you want tools that last longer.

Yes, the mod introduces a full set of deepslate tools including pickaxes, axes, shovels, hoes, and swords. Craft them using deepslate blocks or ingots arranged in the standard tool patterns on a crafting table.

Use a pickaxe appropriate to deepslate's hardness (iron or better in vanilla), and consider using deepslate tools for extended durability on long mining runs. Deepslate is found below Y-level 16, so mine in the deep underground for best results.

Both tool types offer extended durability, so the choice comes down to availability and aesthetics. Blackstone tools and deepslate tools serve similar purposes, so you can use whichever you have materials for.

Deepslate blocks from this mod should work with most building and decoration mods since they follow standard Minecraft block behavior. If you encounter compatibility issues, check that the mod versions are up to date.

Deepslate walls follow standard Minecraft wall mechanics and should connect to most solid blocks; if they're not connecting as expected, make sure you're placing them correctly and that the adjacent blocks are solid surfaces.

Mossy deepslate blocks are decorative variants and don't spread moss to adjacent blocks like natural cave moss does. They're purely for building and decoration purposes.