Infested Cobblestone Block

What is Infested Cobblestone?

Infested Cobblestone is a deceptive block in Minecraft that looks identical to regular cobblestone but hides a Silverfish inside. When broken, the Silverfish emerges and may call others nearby, making it a dangerous trap for unsuspecting players. It is commonly found in strongholds and can cause unexpected encounters in survival gameplay.

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Where Can Infested Cobblestone Be Found?

Infested Cobblestone generates naturally in strongholds, typically within walls, staircases, and corridors. Unlike regular cobblestone, mining this block without Silk Touch will instantly release a Silverfish, which can summon more Silverfish if attacked. Players exploring strongholds should be cautious when breaking cobblestone to avoid triggering swarms. More details about stronghold structures can be found in the Stronghold article.

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What Can Players Do with Infested Cobblestone?

Infested Cobblestone is primarily used as a trap, allowing players to trick enemies or unsuspecting players into releasing Silverfish. It is not obtainable in survival mode unless using the Silk Touch enchantment. Since it visually resembles regular cobblestone, it can be used in adventure maps and custom dungeons to create surprise attacks. More details about using Silk Touch can be found in the Silk Touch article.

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The History of Infested Cobblestone in Minecraft

Infested Cobblestone was introduced in early versions of Minecraft’s stronghold generation, making Silverfish an unexpected threat for players searching for End Portals. It has remained an integral part of strongholds, adding a layer of danger to these late-game structures.

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Interesting Fact or Real-Life Connection

In nature, Silverfish are small, fast-moving insects that thrive in damp and dark environments. Their presence in Minecraft mimics real-life infestations, where they hide in old wood, books, and stone crevices. Infested Cobblestone captures this unsettling concept, adding an element of surprise to stronghold exploration.

For further exploration of infested blocks and related mechanics, visit the Rusty Ingot knowledge base to learn more about Silverfish, Cobblestone, and Strongholds.