In a recent showcase of creativity, a Minecraft player demonstrated a quirky and amusing application of the newly introduced dried ghast block. Unveiled by Mojang during the inaugural Minecraft Live event of 2025, this intriguing block is slated for release in the second game drop of the same year. Players can harness the dried ghast block not only to generate a ghastling but also to eventually cultivate a cheerful ghast that players can ride and soar through the skies.
A Humorous Take on the Dried Ghast Block Usage
the brand new dried ghast is perfect for bridging! by u/Commercial_Taste_174 in Minecraft
To give some context, the dried ghast is an item found naturally near Nether fossils in the Soul Sand Valley biome. Alternatively, players can craft this block using eight ghast tears combined with one bone block. Currently, it acts like a standard block, unaffected by gravity, unlike common materials such as sand or gravel.
The Minecraft player, u/Commercial_Taste_174, shared a captivating video of their use of dried ghast blocks for a technique known as speedbridging. This method involves players quickly placing blocks under themselves to create a bridge while advancing simultaneously. Typically, players opt for more common materials like planks or cobblestones; however, the Reddit user leveraged the dried ghast blocks for this whimsical endeavor.
The user pointed out that the diminutive size of the dried ghast block made them ideal for speedbridging. Even though these blocks are intended to foster the growth of adorable ghastlings, employing them in such a manner strikes a balance between being both amusing and slightly absurd. The clip garnered significant attention, racking up over 5,000 likes and a plethora of humorous comments.
Understanding the Dried Ghast’s Core Purpose
For those unfamiliar with it, the primary function of the dried ghast block is to nurture it into ghastlings. This transformation occurs when a dried ghast is submerged in water. Over the course of roughly 20 minutes, the block transitions through three developmental states until it evolves into a ghastling.
A ghastling is a juvenile variant of the ghast and will follow players around, sporting an adorable smile. After the initial growth period, it naturally evolves into a happy ghast, a process that can be expedited by feeding it snowballs.
Once players have their happy ghast, they can equip a harness to ride it. Although happy ghasts are relatively slow, they offer various opportunities for exploration and gameplay.