How To Make Armour Stand

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The §eArmor Stand§r, first introduced in the 1.8 Minecraft update, is a useful tool that allows players to display their armor and equipment. However, obtaining an armor stand in the survival mode of the game can be a challenge. Fortunately, there is an easy way to create your own armor stand using a few simple materials.

Creating an armor stand is fairly simple. The first step is to gather the necessary materials, which include 1 oak log, 6 wooden slabs, and 2 stone buttons. The oak log can be obtained by cutting down an oak tree, while the wooden slabs and stone buttons can be crafted from oak wood and stone, respectively.

Once you have gathered the necessary materials, you will need to create the base of the armor stand. To do this, place the oak log on the ground and then place the wooden slabs around the log in a square shape. The wooden slabs should be placed with one side facing upwards and one side facing downwards. Once the base is complete, you will need to create the arms of the armor stand. To do this, place the stone buttons on the top of the oak log, one on each side. The buttons will serve as the shoulders of the armour stand. Finally, you will need to create the head of the armour stand. To do this, place a pumpkin on top of the stone buttons. The pumpkin will serve as the head of the armor stand.

Gathering Necessary Materials

To begin crafting an armor stand, it is essential to gather the necessary materials. This process involves acquiring specific items and ensuring their availability. Here’s a detailed guide to the essential materials:

Materials Required

Material	Quantity	Description
Iron Ingots	6	Obtained by smelting iron ore in a furnace.
Stick	1	Crafted from 2 wooden planks.
Stone Slab	1	Obtained by crafting 3 stone blocks into a stone slab.
Pressure Plate	1	Any type of pressure plate (wooden, stone, iron, etc.)
Chest	1 (Optional)	For storing additional items.

Additional Considerations

Iron Ingots: Six iron ingots ensure sufficient material to craft the armor stand’s base.
Stick: A single stick serves as the armor stand’s vertical support.
Stone Slab: The stone slab forms the armor stand’s base and provides stability.
Pressure Plate: The pressure plate activates the armor stand upon interaction.
Chest (Optional): A chest can be attached to the armor stand to store items.

Recommended Tools

Crafting Table: Essential for creating the armor stand’s components.
Furnace: Used to smelt iron ore into iron ingots.
Work Bench (Optional): Expedites the crafting process by providing additional storage space.

Creating the Main Body

Next, you’ll create the main body of the armor stand. This consists of the torso, legs, and arms.

Assembling the Torso

Take the two 1x8x22 spruce planks and place them parallel to each other, with a 1-block gap between them. Place the two 1x2x6 spruce planks vertically at the ends of the planks, creating an L-shape.

Then, fill in the remaining space with 1x2x6 spruce planks, creating a rectangular frame. Finally, add a 1x8x22 spruce plank on top, overlapping the vertical planks.

Attaching the Legs

Take the two 1x1x11 spruce planks and place them vertically, one on each side of the torso. Then, place the 1x2x6 spruce planks horizontally across the bottom of the legs, connecting them to the torso.

Next, add 1x1x2 spruce planks to the ends of the legs to create feet. You can also add 1x1x2 acacia planks to the bottoms of the feet for added detail.

Creating the Arms

Take the two 1x1x20 spruce planks and place them parallel to each other, with a 1-block gap between them. Place the two 1x1x3 spruce planks vertically at the ends of the planks, creating an L-shape.

Then, fill in the remaining space with 1x1x3 spruce planks, creating a rectangular frame. Finally, add a 1x1x20 spruce plank on top, overlapping the vertical planks.

Attach the arms to the torso by placing them inside the rectangular frames on the sides of the torso.

Adding Details and Decorations

Once the basic structure of your armor stand is complete, you can start adding details and decorations to make it truly unique. Here are a few ideas:

Weapons and armor: You can attach weapons and armor to your stand to create a realistic battle scene. Use cardboard, craft foam, or plastic to create swords, shields, helmets, and other gear.
Clothing: You can also add clothing to your stand to give it a more personalized look. Use fabric or felt to create shirts, pants, skirts, and other garments.
Accessories: Add accessories to your stand to give it a bit of personality. This could include hats, scarves, jewelry, and other items.
Painting and weathering: Once you have finished adding details to your stand, you can paint it and weather it to give it a realistic look. Use acrylic paints and weathering techniques to achieve the desired effect.

Advanced Techniques for Decoration

Sculpting: If you are skilled at sculpting, you can create your own custom details and decorations for your armor stand. This could include intricate weapons, armor, or other items.
3D Printing: If you have access to a 3D printer, you can create your own custom parts for your armor stand. This is a great way to create unique and detailed pieces.
Molding and Casting: You can also use molding and casting techniques to create your own custom details and decorations. This is a great way to reproduce complex pieces or create multiple copies of the same item.

Technique	Pros	Cons
Sculpting	Creates unique and detailed pieces	Requires skill and practice
3D Printing	Creates precise and repeatable parts	Requires access to a 3D printer
Molding and Casting	Reproduces complex pieces or creates multiple copies	Requires specialized materials and techniques

Utilizing Enchantments

Enchantments can greatly enhance the functionality of armor stands. Here are some enchantments that can be particularly useful:

Unbreaking

This enchantment increases the durability of the armor stand, making it more resistant to damage. This is especially useful if you plan on using the armor stand for display or other heavy use.

Mending

This enchantment repairs the armor stand when it receives experience points. This can be obtained by placing the armor stand near a mob grinder or other source of experience.

Curse of Binding

This enchantment prevents the armor stand from being picked up by other players. This can be useful if you want to keep the armor stand in place, especially if it is holding valuable items.

The following table summarizes the enchantments discussed above:

Enchantment	Effect
Unbreaking	Increases durability
Mending	Repairs with experience
Curse of Binding	Prevents pickup

Accessing Inventory Controls

To access the inventory controls, right-click on the armor stand. This will open a menu with several options:

Option	Description
Equip Armor	Allows you to equip the armor stand with armor items.
Equip Mob Head	Allows you to equip the armor stand with a mob head.
Equip Held Item	Allows you to equip the armor stand with a held item.
Custom Name	Allows you to give the armor stand a custom name.
Show Arms	Allows you to toggle whether the armor stand’s arms are visible.
Small	Allows you to toggle whether the armor stand is small or large.
Marker	Allows you to toggle whether the armor stand is visible in the map, compass, and spectator mode.
Base Plate	Allows you to toggle whether the armor stand has a base plate.
Rotation	Allows you to rotate the armor stand.

Positioning and Adjusting

Locking and Unlocking

To lock the stand in place, grab the bottom square base and rotate it. The stand will then remain in position.

Moving the Stand

To move the stand, simply grab the base and drag it to the desired location.

Adjusting the Height

The height of the stand can be adjusted using the center bar. Drag the base up or down on the bar to achieve the desired height.

Rotating the Stand

The stand can be rotated by dragging the base on the circular platform.

Positioning the Arm

The arm can be positioned for optimal placement of the armor by rotating the hinge at the top of the bar.

Adjusting the Arm Length

The arm length can be adjusted by sliding the secondary bar within the main bar.

Changing the Arm Height

The arm height can be changed by rotating the circular platform at the base of the main bar.

Fine-Tuning the Arm

To fine-tune the arm’s position, drag the circular platform on the main bar and simultaneously rotate the hinge at the top of the arm. This allows for precise adjustments in multiple dimensions.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

The Armor Stand is Not Spawning

Ensure that you are using the correct command and that you have the necessary permissions to spawn the armor stand. Additionally, check if there are any blocks or entities obstructing the spawn location.

The Armor Stand is Invisible

Check if the “Invisible” option is enabled in the armor stand’s properties. If it is, disable it to make the armor stand visible.

The Armor Stand Cannot Be Moved

The “NoGravity” option may be enabled, causing the armor stand to float in place. Disable it to allow movement.

The Armor Stand is Glitching

Try replacing the armor stand with a new one, as it may have become corrupted. Additionally, check if there are any conflicting mods or plugins installed that may be causing the issue.

The Armor Stand Cannot Be Equipped with Items

Ensure that you are using the correct syntax to equip items. Also, check if the armor stand’s “Equipment” option is enabled.

The Armor Stand is Flickering

This can be caused by lighting issues. Adjust the lighting in the area or try disabling dynamic lighting in the game settings.

The Armor Stand’s Pose Resets

Ensure that the “Lock Pose” option is enabled. This will prevent the armor stand’s pose from being reset.

The Armor Stand is Interacting with Other Entities

Disable the “Marker” option if you do not want the armor stand to interact with other entities.

The Armor Stand is Falling Through Blocks

This can occur if the “NoGravity” option is enabled. Disable it to prevent the armor stand from falling through blocks.

Advanced Customization Techniques

Custom Model Data

Custom Model Data (CMD) allows you to add custom properties to your armor stand. This can be used to store data such as pose information, animations, or even custom textures. To use CMD, you must first create a data pack and then add a custom model file to the pack.

Armour Stand Lifecycle

When an armor stand is created, it is assigned a unique ID. This ID is used to track the stand throughout its lifetime. When the stand is destroyed, its ID is released and can be reused by another stand.

Skinning Armor Stands

You can change the appearance of an armor stand by applying a skin to it. Skins can be created using a variety of tools, such as the Minecraft Skin Editor.

Positioning and Rotation

You can control the position and rotation of an armor stand using the /summon command. The x, y, and z parameters control the stand’s position, while the yaw and pitch parameters control its rotation.

Storing Poses

You can store the pose of an armor stand using the /data command. This allows you to recall the pose later and apply it to another stand.

Animating Armor Stands

You can create animations for armor stands using the /execute command. This allows you to control the stand’s movement, rotation, and other properties over time.

Using Armor Stands for Redstone

Armor stands can be used as redstone components. For example, you can use them to trigger events when they are moved or rotated.

Custom Stands and Equipment

You can create custom armor stands using the /summon command. This allows you to specify the stand’s size, shape, and other properties. You can also equip armor stands with custom items.

How to Make an Armor Stand

**Materials:**

4 wooden dowels (1/2″ or 3/4″ diameter)
1 wooden base (8″x8″ or 10″x10″)
Wood glue
Screws (1″ or 1-1/2″ length)
Drill with drill bits
Screwdriver

**Instructions:**

**Cut the dowels:** Cut four dowels to the desired length. For a classic armor stand, the two front dowels should be longer than the back dowels to create an angled stance. The length of the dowels will determine the height of the armor stand.
**Drill holes in the base:** Drill four holes in the base, evenly spaced and large enough to fit the dowels snugly.
**Attach the dowels:** Apply wood glue to the dowels and insert them into the holes in the base. Tap them in with a hammer or mallet until they are fully seated.
**Reinforce the dowels:** Secure the dowels to the base with screws driven through the dowels and into the base. Countersink the screws slightly so they are flush with the surface.
**Customize (optional):** You can customize the armor stand by painting or staining it to match your decor. You can also add hooks or shelves to display additional armor or accessories.