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The Trails and Tails update inMinecraftintroduced several new mechanics, and perhaps the most extensive customization sincechanging your usernamein the form of Armor Trims. Connected to Armor Trims are Smithing Templates, which you’ll need to obtain in order to trick out your look. Smithing Templates are now also required to upgrade your gear to Netherite.
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However, as with so many things in Minecraft, the in-game instructions on using these new Smithing Templates are sparse. Keep reading for everything you need to know about getting every Smithing Template, how to use them, and which resources can be used for those all-important, stylish new Armor Trims.
How To Get Every Smithing Template In Minecraft
Smithing Templates can be found in a variety of ways. However,most will be obtained from chests in key locations or the new Archaeology System. There are currently 17 Smithing Templates in the game. Here’s how and where to obtain each one:
Ocean Monuments
Mob Drop (Elder Guardian)
Bastion Remnant
Desert Temple
Stronghold
Nether Fortress
Pillager Outpost
Ancient City
Woodland Mansion
Jungle Temple
Trail Ruins
Other than the Treasure Chest containing the Netherite Template and the Library Chest containing the Eye template,these locations each only offer a chance of finding the Template,so it may take considerable digging (which Minecraft fans will be more than accustomed to) to acquire them.
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How To Duplicate Smithing Templates
Once you’ve found a Template, you’ll want to duplicate it.This is because templates are consumed when used - potentially leaving you without a way to easily find them again.To duplicate a Template you will need:
Arrange these resources on a crafting table withthe template in the top, the block in the center, and the Diamonds filling the remaining spaces.
Templates can be duplicated infinitely, assuming you have the required resources. Lots of Diamonds are called for, then.
How To Use A Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template
The most important reason to use Smithing Templates, from a gameplay perspective, isto upgrade gear to Netherite.In order to do this, you will need:
Once you have all these items,place the gear, ingot, and Smithing Template into the Smithing Table.It should then create a Netherite-reinforced copy of the gear for you to use.
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How To Use An Armor Trim Smithing Template
To apply an armor trim to any piece of gear, you’ll need a few resources and a Smithing Table.
The resulting armor piece will have your fancy new trim on it, andyou can customize just about any wearable item from leather to Netherite armor.The exception is yourhard-earned Elytra, which sadly is not eligible for customization.
All Materials For Armor Trims
Currently, there are ten different materials that can be used to apply an armor trim. Each results in a different color.
Some of these resources are common, but others are rare, and additional uses are very welcome.After all, there are only so many machines andRedstone Logic Gatesyou can make.
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