To change or set the primary power effect of your beacon, you need to interact with it and provide a suitable item as fuel. This process allows you to select the desired effect from the available options.
Activating or Modifying Beacon Effects
Changing your beacon's power involves a straightforward interaction. Whether you're activating it for the first time or simply adjusting the effect it provides, the steps are the same.
- Right-Click the Beacon: Approach your constructed beacon and right-click on it. This action will open the beacon's user interface.
- Select Your Desired Power: Within the interface, you'll see options to choose different primary and secondary power effects. Select the power you wish your beacon to emit.
- Insert an Eligible Item: To activate or confirm your chosen power, you must place one of the following valuable ingots or gems into the designated slot within the beacon interface. This item acts as fuel to sustain the power.
Eligible Fuel Items for Beacon Powers
The material used to activate your beacon's power is crucial, but it's important to note that this is not dependent on the material used to build the pyramid underneath the beacon. You can use any of these items:
- Netherite Ingot
- Emerald
- Diamond
- Gold Ingot
- Iron Ingot
Once the item is placed, the beacon will begin to emit the selected primary power effect within its activated range, benefiting all players within that radius. If you wish to change the power later, simply right-click the beacon again and repeat the process.
Understanding Beacon Mechanics
Beacons are powerful blocks that, when properly constructed on a pyramid of specific mineral blocks, provide beneficial status effects to players in the vicinity. The type and strength of the effect depend on the size of the pyramid and the item you choose to fuel it. By following these steps, you can ensure your beacon is always providing the effects most useful to your current needs.
