Axolotls, the adorable aquatic amphibians in Minecraft, are more than just cute additions to your underwater bases. These helpful creatures can be tamed and become loyal companions, assisting you in underwater battles and providing a unique and engaging experience. This guide will walk you through the process of taming an axolotl, addressing common questions and providing helpful tips.
What Do I Need to Tame an Axolotl?
Taming an axolotl isn't like taming a wolf or a cat. You don't need bones or any specific items. Instead, the key to befriending these underwater friends is tropic coral.
Specifically, you need to feed an axolotl a bucket of tropic coral. This isn't just any coral; it must be the tropical variant. Other types of coral won't work.
How Do I Find Tropic Coral?
Tropic coral is found in warm ocean biomes, usually in underwater caves or shipwrecks. Look for vibrant pink or orange coral formations. Once you find some, you'll need a bucket to collect it and then feed it to your chosen axolotl.
What Happens After I Feed an Axolotl Tropic Coral?
After feeding an axolotl a bucket of tropic coral, its trust bar will slowly fill, indicated by small heart particles above its head. Once the trust bar is full, the axolotl will become "trusted" and will follow you around underwater. This isn't a true "taming" in the sense of owning the axolotl, but it establishes a strong bond and makes them your helpful ally.
How Many Axolotls Can I Tame?
You can tame as many axolotls as you have tropic coral for! There's no limit to the number of trusted axolotls you can have following you.
What Will a Tamed Axolotl Do?
Trusted axolotls will fight alongside you against hostile mobs underwater. They're particularly effective against drowned and guardians. This makes them invaluable allies when exploring dangerous underwater locations.
Can I Breed Axolotls?
Yes! Once you have two trusted axolotls, you can breed them by feeding them buckets of tropic coral. This will allow you to expand your axolotl army and create a thriving underwater community.
What Colors of Axolotls Can I Find?
Axolotls come in five different colors:
- Pink: The rarest color variant.
- Brown: The most common color variant.
- Gold: A less common variant.
- Cyan: Another less common variant.
- Light gray: Also a less common variant.
Do Tamed Axolotls Despawn?
No, tamed axolotls will not despawn as long as they remain in a loaded chunk. This means if you're actively using them, they'll stay with you.
Can I Lead a Tamed Axolotl on a Leash?
Unfortunately, you cannot lead an axolotl on a leash. Their companionship is earned through trust and is established by feeding them.
Are Axolotls Effective Against All Underwater Mobs?
While effective against many underwater mobs, they are not invincible. They can still be hurt and even killed if overwhelmed by a large number of enemies.
This comprehensive guide should provide you with all the necessary information to successfully tame and utilize these amazing creatures in your Minecraft adventures. Happy axolotl hunting!
