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Managing Your Thirst Bar
Staying Hydrated
The Desert Island Survival Map adds a thirst bar that depletes over time—you must keep it filled to survive. Unlike normal Minecraft, you cannot drink directly from lakes or oceans.
To get safe drinking water, collect water in a cauldron. Once you have water stored this way, you can drink it safely and restore your thirst bar. Plan your water collection carefully, as you'll need to return to your cauldron regularly.
Explore the island to find buildings and structures that may help you establish a sustainable water supply and survive longer on your small piece of land.