Borin is built for underground expeditions. He helps you find your way, lights the path and helps hold off threats.
Use the Spelunker Blessing
Borin grants you the spelunker blessing, which helps you navigate caves. Lean on it in large cave systems:
1. Bring Borin along in follow mode as you enter a cave.
2. Use the blessing to get your bearings before choosing a direction.
3. If you wander far ahead, Borin teleports back to you, so you won't lose your companion.
Lighting and Combat
- Borin places torches around dark paths. This keeps the area bright and reduces mob spawns around you.
- He defends himself and fights back against hostile threats with his own attack animations. Let him help, but don't leave him to fight large groups alone.
- Listen for his custom sounds. His hurt noises tell you he is taking damage even when you can't see him.
When Things Go Wrong
If Borin falls in battle, a departure message appears in chat. That message is your signal that you have lost your companion.
To avoid it:
- Stand close to him often so he hands over his stored items before a risky push.
- Keep spare diamonds at home so you can tame another Borin if you lose this one.