Minecraft Elegance: Iron Farm on Day 1 of Survival, Java 1.16-1.20

Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Build an Early Game Iron Farm in Minecraft 1.16 Java Edition

Step 1: Finding a Suitable Location

1. Start by finding a village nearby as this iron farm design relies on the presence of villagers.
2. Locate a flat section of terrain at least eight blocks away from any lower ground, caves, or ravines.

Step 2: Digging the Trench and Creating the Chamber

1. Dig a trench that is three blocks long and seven blocks deep.
2. Expand the bottom of the trench to create a three by three by three room.
3. Add a trapdoor and two slabs to create a partition between the villagers and the zombie.
4. Place beds with their pillows right up against the partition.

Step 3: Setting Up the Zombie and Boat

1. Create a space for the boat and zombie that is three blocks tall in the middle.
2. Place a boat sideways in the middle of this two by three space.
3. Build steps leading back to even with the floor of the chamber to spawn-proof the stairs with torches.

Step 4: Spawning Platform and Collection Spot

1. Dig a 9x5 spawning platform alongside the village and zombie chamber underground.
2. Add blocks around the perimeter and eight blocks in the middle to create a spawning area.
3. Place torches to spawn-proof the collection spot for the drops.
4. Use a hoe to turn the dirt along one side into farmland to prevent iron golems from spawning there.

Step 5: Villager Setup and Final Touches

1. Place three beds over the trench so that the pillows are over the empty spaces in the ground.
2. Ensure the farmland is hydrated by adding water to the opposite corners of the platform.
3. Knock the door to prevent other mobs from entering at night.
4. Set up a hopper and a chest for collecting the iron drops.
5. Use gates and signs to suspend lava over the hopper for faster iron golem elimination.
6. Keep additional iron farms at least 16 blocks away from each other to prevent interference.

Step 6: Maintenance and Upgrades

1. Monitor the farm to ensure it continues to function properly.
2. Upgrade the farm by adding more farms if desired for increased iron ingot production.
3. Keep the area around the farm spawn-proofed and secure from other mobs.

By following these steps, you can create an efficient early-game iron farm in Minecraft 1.16 Java Edition using the design provided by ianxofour in the video.