Soul Torch
minecraft:soul_torchThe Soul Torch is a non-solid light source crafted from coal or charcoal, a stick, and soul soil or soul sand, yielding a distinctive blue flame. It emits a light level of 10, cannot melt snow or ice, and repels piglins, making it a favorite for lighting and defending Nether outposts.
FAQ
How do I craft a Soul Torch?
Combine one coal or charcoal, one stick, and one soul soil or soul sand in a crafting grid to produce four Soul Torches.
Do Soul Torches keep piglins away?
Yes, piglins avoid areas lit by Soul Torches, though piglin brutes are unaffected.
Can Soul Torches be placed underwater?
No, water or lava flowing into a placed Soul Torch will remove it just like a regular torch.
Can I find Soul Torches without crafting them?
Yes, ancient city chests have roughly a 36.5% chance of containing 1 to 15 Soul Torches.