Soul Sand
minecraft:soul_sandSoul Sand is a Nether block found mainly in soul sand valleys that slows any entity walking across it by roughly 42% unless they wear Soul Speed boots. Placed underwater it produces an upward bubble column, and it is required for growing nether wart, crafting soul torches and campfires, and forming the base of a wither.
FAQ
Why do I move so slowly when standing on Soul Sand?
Soul Sand slows entities by about 42% and sinks them slightly; only Soul Speed enchanted boots negate the slowdown.
Can Soul Soil replace Soul Sand for growing nether wart?
No, nether wart specifically requires Soul Sand to grow; Soul Soil will not work as a substrate.
How do Soul Sand bubble columns work?
Placing Soul Sand beneath source water blocks creates a column that pushes entities and items upward toward the surface.
What is Soul Sand used for besides farming nether wart?
It crafts soul torches and soul campfires, forms part of the wither's summoning base, and can be obtained through piglin bartering.