Silk Touch Budding Amethyst Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I get my first budding amethyst block?
You need a pickaxe with the Silk Touch enchantment. Find an amethyst geode, then mine the budding amethyst blocks inside it with your Silk Touch pickaxe. The blocks will drop as items that you can collect and place elsewhere.
Can I use a regular pickaxe to break budding amethyst?
No, a regular pickaxe will destroy the budding amethyst block without dropping anything, just like in vanilla Minecraft. You must use a pickaxe enchanted with Silk Touch.
Do budding amethyst blocks grow crystals after I place them?
Yes, placed budding amethyst blocks will continue to grow amethyst crystals at the same rate as they do in geodes. You can then harvest the crystals with any pickaxe.
What's the best way to set up an amethyst farm?
Collect multiple budding amethyst blocks from geodes and arrange them in a compact area near your base, leaving space for crystals to grow. Place them on a solid surface and check back periodically to harvest fully-grown crystals.
How long does it take for amethyst crystals to fully grow?
Budding amethyst blocks grow crystals through several growth stages in a slow process. The exact timing depends on random ticks, so patience is required, but having multiple blocks speeds up your overall shard collection.
Can I move budding amethyst blocks with pistons?
No, budding amethyst blocks cannot be moved by pistons in vanilla Minecraft, and this mod does not change that limitation. You must manually mine and transport them.
Do I need to do anything special to make budding amethyst blocks work after placing them?
No, once you place a budding amethyst block, it will automatically start growing crystals without any additional setup or maintenance required.
Is this mod compatible with other mods?
This mod only changes how budding amethyst blocks behave with Silk Touch, so it should work with most other mods. Check the mod's compatibility notes if you're using mods that heavily modify mining or enchantments.
What happens if I break a budding amethyst block without Silk Touch?
It will be destroyed without dropping anything, just like in vanilla Minecraft. Make sure you always use a Silk Touch pickaxe when collecting budding amethyst blocks.
Can I get budding amethyst blocks from creative mode or commands?
Yes, you can obtain budding amethyst blocks in creative mode or using commands, and they will function normally when placed in survival mode.