Minecraft Beacon Pyramid Generator
See exactly how to build a beacon pyramid for levels 1 to 4, layer by layer, with the number of iron, gold, emerald, diamond or netherite blocks you need.
Levels 1–4Layer view3D previewExact block counts
Beacon level
Block
Blocks (this layer)0
Size0
Total blocks0
Stacks of 640
Materials list
Beacon levels
| Level | Bottom layer | Blocks needed | Powers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3×3 | 9 | Speed or Haste |
| 2 | 5×5 | 34 | + Resistance or Jump Boost |
| 3 | 7×7 | 83 | + Strength |
| 4 | 9×9 | 164 | + Regeneration or level II power |
How to build it
- Build the bottom layer (9×9 for a full beacon).
- Build each layer above, 2 blocks smaller and centred.
- Place the beacon on the single top block.
- Make sure nothing but transparent blocks sits above the beacon.
You can mix iron, gold, emerald, diamond and netherite blocks. Iron is the cheapest. The beacon itself is crafted from 5 glass, 3 obsidian and a nether star from the Wither.
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Frequently asked questions
How many blocks for a full beacon?
164 blocks for a level 4 pyramid.
Can you mix blocks in a beacon pyramid?
Yes, any mix of iron, gold, emerald, diamond and netherite blocks works.