Materials Required
- Sand
- Chest
Instructions
1. Locate a Suitable Area
Identify a flat surface where the trap will be placed.
2. Dig a Hole
Excavate a hole in the ground, ideally one block deep.
3. Fill with Sand
Cover the hole entirely with sand.
4. Place a Chest
Position a chest atop the sand to collect trapped items.
5. Remove Obstructions
Clear any tall grass or blocks situated on the sand and chest.
6. Activate the Trap
The sand will defy gravity, forming a trap that ensnares any entities that step on it.
Sources
- YouTube: COLLAPSING GROUND TRAP! – Minecraft Tutorial
- HarvestCraft Wiki: Ground Trap
- Feed the Beast: Query – Pam’s Harvestcraft ground traps
FAQs
What is a ground trap in Minecraft?
A ground trap is a device used to capture unsuspecting players or mobs by causing them to fall into a concealed hole filled with sand.
What materials do I need to make a ground trap?
You will need sand and a chest.
How do I make a ground trap?
Dig a hole in the ground, fill it with sand, place a chest on top of the sand, and remove any tall grass or blocks on top of the sand and chest.
How does a ground trap work?
When an entity steps on the sand, the sand will ignore gravity and fall, trapping the entity in the hole.
Can I use other blocks besides sand for my ground trap?
No, sand is the only block that will ignore gravity when placed on top of a chest.
How do I get the items from the trapped entity?
The items will be stored in the chest that you placed on top of the sand.
Can I use a ground trap to capture other players?
Yes, but it is important to note that griefing other players’ builds or items is not allowed on most Minecraft servers.
Can I use a ground trap to capture mobs?
Yes, ground traps can be used to capture any type of mob, including hostile mobs.