How to Build a Proximity-Based Ghast Tear Farm

Because ghasts drop tears over time without needing to be defeated, you can establish a permanent collection area to sustainably farm tears.

Securing the Ghast

1. Locate a ghast and trap it inside an enclosed chamber using blast-resistant materials such as cobblestone to keep it contained.

2. Ensure the floor underneath the trapped ghast is flat and clear so that dropped items land in an accessible, safe area.

3. Leave sightline blocks obstructed so the ghast cannot target you while you are nearby.

Setting Up Safe Proximity

1. Create a safe waiting area or pathway located within 32 blocks of the contained ghast.

2. Spend time within this zone while performing other Nether tasks or waiting safely behind walls. By default, the ghast will drop a tear every 1200 ticks (once every 60 seconds).

3. Periodically visit the collection floor beneath the ghast to retrieve the dropped tears, maintaining an ongoing supply without combat.