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FTB Stoneblock 4 Modpack - Frequently Asked Questions

We answer the most frequently asked questions about the Minecraft modpack FTB Stoneblock 4, giving you helpful details to improve your gameplay.

FTB Stoneblock 4 Modpack - Frequently Asked Questions

What is StoneBlock?

FTB StoneBlock is a popular series of Minecraft modpacks that feature a unique premise: players begin in a world entirely made of stone or dirt, rather than the standard skyblock void. The goal is to generate resources from essentially nothing through a combination of magic and technology.

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FTB StoneBlock 4

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The stone remembers. Dive into StoneBlock 4, the next evolution of Minecraft's underground survival: explore handcrafted Vaults, learn from ancient Echoes, power the World Engine, all on 1.21.1.

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How many mods does StoneBlock have?

Mod count varies depending on which of the FTB StoneBlock series you are playing: 1, 2, 3 or 4. For example, FTB StoneBlock 4 contains over 100 mods all combined into one seamless experience.

Is VeinMiner in Stoneblock?

This modpack typically includes an alternative to the "VeinMiner mod, such as "Ore Excavation" or an area-mining feature within FTB Utilities. These tools allow you to quickly mine large ore veins, which is crucial for gathering resources in the stone world.

How to make a mob farm in Minecraft StoneBlock?

Mob farms are essential for getting early-game resources. You can build standard dark rooms to encourage mob spawning, then use water streams to funnel the mobs into a collection/killing area. During the late game, mods like “Industrial Foregoing” or “Mob Grinding Utils” allow you to fully automate mob spawning and item collection.

How to get water in Minecraft StoneBlock? 

You can usually find a natural water spring near your starting location. After passing the initial quests, you can also get a compass that will guide you to the exact location of the water source. Once you find water, you can create infinite water sources using classic Minecraft methods or by building fluid generation machines available with mods like “Create” or “Mekanism”.

How to get brass in FTB StoneBlock 3?

To get brass in StoneBlok 3, simply mix copper and zinc together using either a heated basin or a smeltery.

Do I need a Blaze Burner to make brass?

Yes, you will need a Blaze Burner in StoneBlock to heat the basin or smeltery to a high enough temperature to melt metals and create alloys like brass.

Can you melt brass into ingots?

Yes, brass can be melted down into a liquid form and then cast into ingots using a casting table.

How to get Polished Rose Quartz?

You can get the exact recipe for making Polished Rose Quartz – a mid-game material – from the included in-game guide book or an item lookup mod like Just Enough Items (JEI).

Is there a StoneBlock 3?

Yes, “FTB StoneBlock 3” is the modpack’s previous version, with the latest one being StoneBlock 4.

When did FTB StoneBlock 3 come out?

FTB StoneBlock 3 was released in late 2022 for both Minecraft: Bedrock Edition and Minecraft: Java Edition. You can easily download and install this and newer versions of the modpack through the CurseForge app.

What is StoneBlock 3 about?

In StoneBlock 3, you start in an underground world and use all manner of technology, automated resource generation systems, and even magic spells to complete a series of quests.

Does StoneBlock 3 have magic?

Yes, the modpack includes several magic mods, such as “Ars Nouveau”, and is an integral part of the in-game quest system and StoneBlock’s endgame.

How much RAM does StoneBlock need?

To play StoneBlock without any lag or crashes, Sunekaer – the modpack’s creator – recommends that you allocate more RAM to Minecraft (6GB to 8GB). Your PC should also feature a decent processor.

How to make a StoneBlock Minecraft server? 

To set up a server, you need to download the official server modpack files from CurseForge. These files contain all the necessary mods and configurations to run the server. You must also ensure that you have allocated at least 8 GB of RAM to the server to guarantee stable performance.

FTB StoneBlock 4 Mod Icon

FTB StoneBlock 4

By FTB

The stone remembers. Dive into StoneBlock 4, the next evolution of Minecraft's underground survival: explore handcrafted Vaults, learn from ancient Echoes, power the World Engine, all on 1.21.1.

NeoForge Fabric Forge Exploration Quests Magic Tech Combat / PvP
Download Install