Okay, so you want that 'Smithing With Style' achievement? Let me tell you, it's no walk in the park. It's like trying to collect eight unique, rare stamps from across the universe, each guarded by its own special brand of chaos. But after countless hours (and more than a few respawns), I've mapped out the perfect seed and strategy to get all eight armor trims: Spire, Snout, Rib, Ward, Silence, Vex, Tide, and Wayfinder. The real nightmare? The Silence trim. With a drop rate of a measly 1.2% in the terrifying Deep Dark, it's the final boss of this collection quest. But don't worry, I've got your back. Let's dive in! 🗺️✨
🛠️ Getting Started: The Perfect Launchpad
First things first, load up this magical seed: 1029446582854060852. Spawn is your best friend here. Right behind you, in the mountain, you'll find copper for your essential brush. Grab some cobblestone too for a quick stone pickaxe and sword. You'll need:
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A Brush (Feather + Copper Ingot + Stick)
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A Stone Pickaxe
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A Stone Sword
Think of this starter kit as your trusty multi-tool for the epic scavenger hunt ahead.
🗺️ The Overworld Treasure Hunt
1. The Wayfinder Trim: A Brush with History
Your first stop is a Trail Ruin at X: -903, Y: 109, Z: 227. Be careful! Dig a few blocks away from the spot so you don't accidentally destroy the suspicious gravel. Gently brush it to uncover the Wayfinder trim. It's got a decent drop rate, but finding these ruins can be like looking for a specific grain of sand on a beach.
2. The Tide Trim: Temple Takedown
Time for a swim! Head to X: 2760, Z: 1620 for an Ocean Monument. There's another super close at X: 2869, Z: 1505. Each monument has three Elder Guardians. The Tide trim has a generous 20% drop rate, so with six chances near spawn, you're almost guaranteed to get it. Just watch out for the mining fatigue!
3. The Vex Trim: Mansion Mayhem
Feeling brave? The spooky Woodland Mansion at X: -686, Z: 702 holds the Vex trim. Go up the stairs, take a left, and follow the hall. You'll see a weird boxing ring on your right. Look above it for a chest! This place is a maze filled with enemies—it's like navigating a haunted IKEA with illagers.
4. The Deep Dark Duo: Ward & Silence
This is the heart of the challenge. You're heading to the Deep Dark at X: -2148, Y: -43, Z: 1683.
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The Ward Trim: Found in the Ancient City. Sneak or walk on wool like you're on a stealth mission to avoid waking the Warden. The specific chest is at X: -2222, Y: -45, Z: 1624. Grab it and get out!
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The Silence Trim: This is the holy grail, with that brutal 1.2% drop. Loot every chest in the Ancient City carefully. It's a rare drop, so patience is key. Finding it feels like winning the lottery while being chased by a sonic monster.
🔥 Nether Navigation: Fire and Fortresses
Activate a Nether Portal near spawn at X: -641, Z: 233. Gear up!
5. The Rib Trim: Fortress Loot
Head to the Nether Fortress at X: -220, Y: 82, Z: 396. Wear gold to avoid Piglin aggro, and be ready to fight. Loot the fortress chests for the Rib trim.
Pro Tip: While here, farm Blaze for Blaze Rods and hunt Endermen in nearby Warped Forests for Ender Pearls. You'll need 12 of each for the End later.
6. The Snout Trim: Bastion Brawl
Piglin territory! Head to the Bastion at X: 321, Y: 38, Z: 715. Even with gold, some Piglins are testy, so tread carefully. The Snout trim is here, often in treasure rooms. Don't miss the Netherite Upgrade in the central treasure room at the bottom!
🐉 The End Game: Dragon Slaying and City Searching
7. The Spire Trim: End City Expedition
This is the final stretch. First, find the Stronghold. On this seed, dig down at X: -509, Y: 27, Z: 176 to find the End Portal room.
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Use your 12 Eyes of Ender to activate the portal.
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Defeat the Ender Dragon (stock up on beds or bows!).
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An End Gateway will open. Jump through it.
You'll spawn on the outer End islands. The journey to the End City is long. Bring a good pickaxe (Efficiency is your friend) and lots of building blocks to bridge the gaps between islands. Wear a pumpkin on your head to avoid Enderman aggro! It looks silly but saves your life.
The Spire trim chest is at X: -2131, Y: 116, Z: -3344. Finding this city in the void is like spotting a single lit window in a skyscraper during a blackout.
🎉 Achievement Unlocked!
Once you have all eight trims, find a Smithing Table. Apply each trim to a piece of armor (any armor will do, even leather!). The moment you apply that final trim... u2728 'Smithing With Style' Achievement Get! u2728
🥚 Bonus Finds on This Amazing Seed
This seed is a gift that keeps on giving! Near spawn, you can also find:
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A Sniffer Egg at X: -541, Y: 63, Z: 147 (in suspicious sand in front of a Desert Temple—place dirt underneath before brushing!).
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A Jungle Temple, Pillager Outpost, and multiple Villages.
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A Ruined Portal for easy Nether access.
Final Checklist & Tips:
| Trim | Location | Key Item/Strategy | Difficulty |
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| Wayfinder | Trail Ruin (X: -903, 109, 227) | Brush Suspicious Gravel | u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50 |
| Tide | Ocean Monument (X: ~2760, Z: ~1620) | Fight Elder Guardians | u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50 |
| Vex | Woodland Mansion (X: -686, Z: 702) | Find Boxing Ring Chest | u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50 |
| Ward | Ancient City (X: -2222, -45, 1624) | SNEAK on Wool! | u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50 |
| Silence | Ancient City Chests | Pray to RNGesus (1.2% Drop) | u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50 |
| Rib | Nether Fortress (X: -220, 82, 396) | Wear Gold, Fight Blaze | u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50 |
| Snout | Bastion (X: 321, 38, 715) | Wear Gold, Avoid Angry Piglins | u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50 |
| Spire | End City (X: -2131, 116, -3344) | Pumpkin Head, Building Blocks | u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50u2b50 |
It's a long journey, but so worth it. This achievement is a true testament to your Minecraft mastery. Now go forth, craft in style, and flex that hard-earned accomplishment! 💪✨ What's the hardest achievement you've ever gone for? Let me know in the comments!