First Time in The Nether! ▫ Minecraft 1.20 Survival Guide ▫ Tutorial Let's Play [S3 Ep.12]

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will guide you through your first visit to the Nether in Minecraft 1.20. You will learn how to create a Nether portal, explore the unique biomes, and interact with the creatures you'll find there. This guide aims to prepare you for survival and highlight useful resources and strategies for navigating this challenging dimension.

Step 1: Create a Nether Portal

To enter the Nether, you need to build a portal using obsidian blocks.

1. Gather Obsidian:

   • Mine obsidian using a diamond or netherite pickaxe.
   • You need at least 10 obsidian blocks to create a portal frame.

2. Construct the Portal:

   • Create a rectangular frame that is 4 blocks tall and 5 blocks wide (minimum of 10 blocks).
   • Activate the portal by using flint and steel or a fire charge to light the interior.

Step 2: Enter the Nether

Once your portal is complete, it's time to step into the Nether.

1. Preparation:

   • Ensure you have adequate supplies: food, weapons, armor, and building blocks.
   • Consider bringing some gold ingots for trading with Piglins.

2. Step Through the Portal:

   • Walk into the portal and wait for the loading screen to transition to the Nether.

Step 3: Explore Your Nether Spawn

Upon entering, you'll find yourself in a new environment.

1. Assess Your Surroundings:

   • Look around for landmarks and note the coordinates of your portal.
   • Be aware of nearby biomes, such as the Soul Sand Valley, Crimson Forest, or Warped Forest.

2. Avoid Aggressive Mobs:

   • Stay away from Zombified Piglins unless necessary.
   • If attacked, it's best to retreat.

Step 4: Locate a Nether Fortress

Nether Fortresses are essential for gathering resources like blaze rods.

1. Search for Fortresses:

   • Move through the Nether and look for tall brick structures.
   • Use your map or coordinates to help navigate.

2. Prepare for Combat:

   • Equip yourself with weapons and potions.
   • Blaze mobs will spawn in fortresses, so be ready for a fight.

Step 5: Interact with Piglins

Piglins can be both a threat and an opportunity.

1. Trading with Piglins:

   • Wear at least one piece of gold armor to avoid being attacked.
   • Drop gold ingots near Piglins to initiate trading.

2. Receive Items:

   • Be prepared to receive various items in return, including Ender Pearls and building materials.

Step 6: Utilize Resources

The Nether has unique resources that can be used in the Overworld.

1. Gather Important Materials:

   • Collect Quartz, Warped and Crimson Fungi, Blackstone, and Glowstone.
   • These resources can be used for crafting and building.

2. Avoid Water:

   • Remember that water does not exist in the Nether; it evaporates instantly.

Step 7: Protect Your Portal

Keep your Nether portal safe from ghasts and other threats.

1. Build a Protective Structure:

   • Surround your portal with walls at least three blocks high.
   • Use blocks like cobblestone or obsidian for durability.

2. Defensive Strategies:

   • If a ghast attacks, try to punch its fireballs back at them.

Conclusion

You've now learned how to successfully navigate your first visit to the Nether in Minecraft 1.20. Key points include creating and protecting your portal, exploring biomes, trading with Piglins, and gathering valuable resources. Your next steps could involve further exploration of the Nether or using your new resources to enhance your tools and shelter in the Overworld. Happy crafting!