Ancient cities are rare structures found in the deep dark biome. They contain valuable loot and dangerous sculk blocks. This guide covers location, loot, sculk mechanics, and how to escape the Warden.
Where to Find Ancient Cities
Ancient cities spawn in the deep dark biome, which is found in the deepest parts of the world. To find one:
- Dig deep underground (Y=-52 or below)
- Look for sculk blocks
- Find the deep dark biome
- Look for ancient city structures
The deep dark biome is hostile and dangerous. Bring plenty of supplies.
Ancient City Loot
Treasure Room
The treasure room contains:
- Enchanted Golden Apple
- Music Disc (otherside)
- Disc Fragment (5)
- Echo Shards
- Swift Sneak Enchantment Books
- Soul Speed Enchantment Books
Chests
The chests in the city contain:
- Golden Apples
- Enchanted Books
- Bottles o' Enchanting
- Soul Speed Books
- Swift Sneak Books
- Echo Shards
Hidden Loot
Some ancient cities have hidden loot:
- Wool (hidden in suspicious gravel)
- Pottery Sherds (hidden in suspicious sand)
- Discs (rare)
Sculk Mechanics
Sculk is a new block type found in the deep dark biome. Sculk:
- Detects vibrations
- Activates sculk sensors
- Spreads sculk veins
- Triggers the Warden if there are too many vibrations
To avoid triggering sculk:
- Sneak everywhere
- Walk slowly
- Don't break blocks
- Don't place blocks
- Don't attack mobs
The Warden
The Warden is the most dangerous mob in Minecraft. It spawns when there are too many sculk vibrations. The Warden:
- Has 500 HP
- Deals massive damage
- Is blind but detects vibrations
- Cannot be killed easily
To escape the Warden:
Sneak Away
Sneak away from the Warden. The Warden is blind and relies on vibrations.
Throw Snowballs
Throw snowballs at the Warden. The Warden is distracted by snowballs.
Use Wool
Place wool on the ground. The Warden cannot detect you through wool.
Dig a Hole
Dig a hole and hide in it. The Warden will eventually lose interest.
Use a Potion of Invisibility
Use a Potion of Invisibility. The Warden cannot see invisible players.
How to Loot the Ancient City
Step 1: Find the City
Find the ancient city in the deep dark biome.
Step 2: Sneak to the Treasure Room
Sneak to the treasure room. Avoid triggering sculk.
Step 3: Loot the Treasure Room
Loot the treasure room. The treasure room contains the best loot.
Step 4: Loot the Chests
Loot the chests in the city. The chests contain valuable items.
Step 5: Loot the Hidden Loot
Loot the hidden loot. The hidden loot is rare and valuable.
Step 6: Escape
Escape the city. Sneak to the surface. Avoid triggering sculk.
Best Strategies
The Sneak Strategy
Sneak through the entire city. This is the safest strategy.
The Speed Strategy
Run through the city and escape quickly. This is the fastest strategy but the most dangerous.
The Wool Strategy
Place wool on the ground as you walk. This blocks sculk vibrations.
The Potion Strategy
Use Potions of Invisibility to sneak through the city.
Common Mistakes
- Don't make loud noises. Loud noises trigger sculk.
- Don't attack mobs. Attacking mobs creates vibrations.
- Don't break blocks. Breaking blocks creates vibrations.
- Don't place blocks. Placing blocks creates vibrations.
Advanced Tips
Use the Bundle
Use the bundle to carry more items. The bundle is a new item that stores up to 64 items.
Use the Recovery Compass
Use the recovery compass to find your way back to your death location. The recovery compass is a new item that points to your last death.
Use the Echo Shard
Use the echo shard to craft the recovery compass. The echo shard is a new item.
Use the Disc Fragment
Use the disc fragment to craft the otherside disc. The otherside disc is a rare music disc.
FAQ: Ancient Cities
Q: How do I find an ancient city?
A: Dig to Y=-52 or below and look for sculk blocks.
Q: What's the best loot in the ancient city?
A: The Enchanted Golden Apple.
Q: How do I escape the Warden?
A: Sneak away, throw snowballs, or use Potions of Invisibility.
Q: Can I kill the Warden?
A: Yes, but it is very difficult. The Warden has 500 HP.
Q: Are there hidden ancient cities?
A: No. All ancient cities are in the deep dark biome.
With this guide, you will find and loot every ancient city in Minecraft. Sneak carefully, avoid triggering sculk, and escape the Warden.
The Heart of the Sea
The Heart of the Sea is a rare item dropped by elder guardians. It is used to craft the Conduit. The Conduit:
- Provides Water Breathing
- Provides Haste
- Provides Night Vision
The Conduit is one of the most useful items in Minecraft.
The Recovery Compass
The Recovery Compass is a new item crafted with echo shards. It points to your last death location. The Recovery Compass is essential for exploring the deep dark biome.
The Swift Sneak Enchantment
The Swift Sneak enchantment is found in ancient cities. It allows you to sneak faster. Swift Sneak is one of the best enchantments for exploring the deep dark biome.
The Soul Speed Enchantment
The Soul Speed enchantment is found in ancient cities. It allows you to walk faster on soul sand. Soul Speed is useful for exploring the Nether.
Wool Strategy
The wool strategy uses wool to block sculk vibrations. To use the wool strategy:
- Bring 64 wool blocks
- Place wool on the ground as you walk
- The wool blocks sculk vibrations
- The Warden cannot detect you through wool
The wool strategy is one of the safest ways to explore ancient cities.
Hidden Treasures
Some ancient cities have hidden treasures. To find them:
- Look for suspicious gravel
- Brush the suspicious gravel
- Find the hidden treasure
Hidden treasures include:
- Wool (white, orange, magenta)
- Pottery Sherds
- Discs
The Best Strategies for Multiple Cities
The Map Strategy
Use a map to mark ancient city locations. This prevents you from getting lost.
The Beacon Strategy
Use a beacon at each ancient city. This makes it easier to find your way back.
The Ender Pearl Strategy
Use Ender Pearls to teleport. Ender Pearls are useful for escaping the Warden.
The Totem Strategy
Use a Totem of Undying. The totem saves you from the Warden.
FAQ: Ancient Cities Extended
Q: Can I use the Heart of the Sea for anything else?
A: No. The Heart of the Sea is only used to craft the Conduit.
Q: How do I find suspicious gravel?
A: Look for gravel that has a different texture.
Q: Can I craft the Recovery Compass?
A: Yes, with echo shards and a compass.
Q: Is Swift Sneak worth it?
A: Yes. Swift Sneak is one of the best enchantments for exploration.
Q: Can I use the wool strategy in multiplayer?
A: Yes. The wool strategy works in multiplayer.
With these extended tips, you will master ancient cities in Minecraft. Sneak carefully, avoid triggering sculk, and escape the Warden.