Soul Campfire

What is a Soul Campfire?

A Soul Campfire is a special variant of the standard Campfire in Minecraft that emits a blue flame. Unlike a regular Campfire, it produces less light but has the unique ability to repel Piglins, making it useful for Nether exploration.

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Where Can Soul Campfires Be Found?

Soul Campfires do not generate naturally and must be crafted by players. They are crafted using three Sticks, three Soul Sand or Soul Soil, and one block of Coal or Charcoal. More details about crafting and Soul-based mechanics can be found in the Soul Fire article.

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What Can Players Do with a Soul Campfire?

Soul Campfires are primarily used for decoration, Piglin repellence, and cooking food. They function similarly to regular Campfires by cooking up to four food items at a time and emitting smoke signals that extend higher than standard Campfires. Since Piglins are afraid of Soul Fire, placing Soul Campfires around Nether portals or Piglin farm areas can help keep them away. More details about Nether mob interactions can be found in the Piglin Behavior Guide.

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The History of Soul Campfires in Minecraft

Soul Campfires were introduced in Minecraft version 1.16 as part of the Nether Update, adding new fire mechanics and expanding the uses of Soul-based blocks.

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Interesting Fact or Real-Life Connection

The blue flames of a Soul Campfire resemble real-world chemical fire reactions, where certain compounds like copper or alcohol can cause fire to burn blue instead of orange. This effect is also seen in low-oxygen environments, similar to the dark, eerie conditions of the Nether.

For further exploration of Soul-based mechanics and alternative fire sources, visit the Rusty Ingot knowledge base to learn more about Soul Fire, Piglin Behavior Guide, and Nether Campfire Uses.