In the recent Minecraft 1.20 update, archaeology enthusiasts can rejoice as the game introduces a new feature. Players will dig up Suspicious Sand using the Brush Tool, revealing treasures and pottery shards. These discoveries are limited to certain spots, such as Desert Temples. Adventurous players can get a head start by accessing the archaeology features through beta and preview versions of the game, channeling their inner Indiana Jones in the official 1.20 update.

Table of Content
  1. How Minecraft Archaeology Works
    1. Brushing Away Secrets: Revealing the Hidden
    2. The Art of Assembly: Crafting Ancient Stories
  2. Archaeology in Minecraft: Where to Find in Suspicious Sand and Gravel
    1. Suspicious Sand Loot Varieties
    2. Desert Well’s Suspicious Sand
    3. Warm Ocean Ruins’ Suspicious Sand
    4. Cold Ocean Ruins’ Suspicious Gravel
  3. How to Become a Minecraft Archaeology
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How Minecraft Archaeology Works

In the Minecraft 1.20 update, players are in for a treat with the introduction of archaeology mechanics. Embarking on a treasure-hunting journey, players need to locate sites to unearth valuable artifacts. Desert Temples are prime locations among these sites, harboring the coveted Suspicious Sand. The new item, "The Brush," becomes an indispensable tool to aid excavation.

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Brushing Away Secrets: Revealing the Hidden

Crafting a Brush allows players to meticulously uncover hidden treasures within Suspicious Sand blocks as the Brush is deftly applied to the sand, a world of discovery, revealing pottery shards and an array of random items.

The Art of Assembly: Crafting Ancient Stories

Among the finds, pottery shards are of particular intrigue. These shards hold the essence of ancient stories, each represented by intricate patterns. By combining four pottery shards, players can craft decorative pots, each with a unique pattern that unveils a fragment of history. 

Archaeology in Minecraft: Where to Find in Suspicious Sand and Gravel

The recently introduced Suspicious Sand and gravel blocks in Minecraft hold more than just pottery shards. Depending on where they spawn, these blocks offer a diverse range of loot, making them a valuable resource for players seeking various treasures and rewards.

Suspicious Sand Loot Varieties

  • Archer Pottery;
  • Shard Prize;
  • Pottery Shard;
  • Skull Pottery;
  • Shard Miner;
  • Pottery Shard;
  • Gunpowder;
  • TNT;
  • Diamond; 
  • Emerald.

Desert Well’s Suspicious Sand

  • Arms Up;
  • Pottery Shard;
  • Brewer Pottery Shard;
  • Brick;
  • Stick;
  • Suspicious Stew;
  • Emerald.

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Warm Ocean Ruins’ Suspicious Sand

  • Sniffer Egg;
  • Angler Pottery Sherd;
  • Shelter Pottery Sherd;
  • Snort Pottery Sherd;
  • Coal;
  • Emerald;
  • Wheat;
  • Wooden Hoe;
  • Gold Nugget;
  • Iron Axe.

Cold Ocean Ruins’ Suspicious Gravel

  • Blade Pottery Sherd;
  • Explorer Pottery Sherd;
  • Mourner Pottery Sherd;
  • Plenty Pottery Sherd;
  • Coal;
  • Emerald;
  • Wheat;
  • Wooden Hoe;
  • Gold Nugget;
  • Iron Axe.

How to Become a Minecraft Archaeology

  1. Craft a brush, essential for archaeology.
  2. Locate structures with suspicious block generation.
  3. Search structures, and find suspicious sand/gravel blocks.
  4. Use a brush to uncover rewards.
  5. Begin with finding four pottery shards.
  6. Optionally, excavate Sniffer egg for a new mob with an ancient theme.

Including archaeology in Minecraft enriches gameplay, fostering exploration, creativity, and learning. This dynamic feature provides an enjoyable platform to discover the past, enhancing the overall gaming experience for players.

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