Infested Chiseled Block

What is Infested Chiseled Stone Bricks?

Infested Chiseled Stone Bricks are a deceptive block in Minecraft that appear identical to regular Chiseled Stone Bricks but contain a hidden Silverfish. When broken, the Silverfish is released and may summon others nearby, creating a swarm. These blocks are found in strongholds, blending in with their surroundings and acting as a hidden trap for players.

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Where Can Infested Chiseled Stone Bricks Be Found?

Infested Chiseled Stone Bricks naturally generate within strongholds, often mixed with other stone brick variants. Because they are visually indistinguishable from normal Chiseled Stone Bricks, players will only realize they are infested when breaking them. When mined without Silk Touch, they instantly release a Silverfish, which can summon additional Silverfish if attacked. More details about stronghold structures can be found in the Stronghold article.

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What Can Players Do with Infested Chiseled Stone Bricks?

Infested Chiseled Stone Bricks are often used as traps in adventure maps and survival bases, surprising players or mobs with unexpected Silverfish attacks. Since they look exactly like regular Chiseled Stone Bricks, they can be used to create hidden dangers in strongholds or custom dungeons. They cannot be obtained in survival mode unless mined with Silk Touch. More details about Silk Touch mechanics can be found in the Silk Touch article.

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The History of Infested Chiseled Stone Bricks in Minecraft

Infested Chiseled Stone Bricks were introduced alongside other infested blocks to increase the challenge of stronghold exploration. Their inclusion ensures that breaking through walls in strongholds is not always a safe option, adding an element of risk and unpredictability.

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Interesting Fact or Real-Life Connection

In real-world history, chiseled stone bricks are often used in ancient structures and ruins, where small creatures like insects can hide in the carved patterns and cracks. Minecraft’s Infested Chiseled Stone Bricks replicate this concept, turning these decorative blocks into potential hiding spots for Silverfish.

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