Minecraft is a world where everything consists of sharp angles. Considering this, many people think making a circle from these sharp angles is an uphill task — but that’s not the case. Circles can prove handy for constructional purposes, like castles and towers. And if you’ve set your heart on building them, we’ve got you covered. This guide shows you all you need to know about making circles in Minecraft.
So, how to make a circle in Minecraft? The short answer is there are many ways to make a Minecraft circle, but the three methods described below are the easiest to learn and use.
Continue reading to learn the three easiest DIY methods to make Minecraft circles. Once you master them, you can then experiment with various other methods.
How to build circles in Minecraft?
Structures in Minecraft have a blocky shape. For this reason, the bigger the circle, the more closely it will resemble a true circle. If you create a smaller circle, it may end up looking more like blocky blobs rather than a true round shape.
Here are three simple methods to create a Minecraft circle. You can use any one of these. Or you can try each one of them in the order they appear or in any order of your choice.
Method 1 For Building a Circle
In this method we’ll learn how to make simple 5-block circle. Here are the steps to follow:
Create a five-block row. Now at each end of this row, move one block up. Next, place four blocks in another horizontal row (which should be moving outward).
You need to complete this very sequence outward till you reach one block.
Since you’re building a five-block circle, first build horizontally and afterward build vertically.
Next, move upward. Move out one block and then add two blocks from upper right-hand corner of the block on right side.
You should continue this pattern till you reach five vertical blocks.
Now simply repeat the same thing on the left side of your circle till you reach five vertical blocks.
To complete your circle, all you have to do is repeat the first three steps discussed above in reverse order. That is, first place four vertical blocks to the inside of your circle and make your way down to one vertical block. And then, you should place two vertical blocks to the inside of your circle till you reach five horizontal blocks.
That’s it. Now your circle would be complete. As we said, building a circle in Minecraft is simple and easy.
Method 2 For Building A Minecraft Circle
Now we’ll be creating a 17 blocks wide circle. Here’re the steps to follow.
You need to first place down 17 blocks. Now, on both sides of your middle block (which in this particular case will be the 9th block), place another block.
Now you should go 7 blocks out on each side.
Now, start at the tip of each side. Both tips are going to act as the center of the edge of your circle. Both outermost edges of your circle should be 5 blocks long.
Once you’re through with this, you need to finish your circle’s outline. This is something that’s relatively easy. What you need to do is build out both corners with two blocks facing pretty much the same way as the original edge is facing.
Now that you’ve built out both the corners, you need to add the corners of your circle. For this purpose, you need to create a small “L”. All you need here is three blocks for filling in the gap that is there in the outline you have just created.
Once the outline is completed, you can do different things with the circle you’ve created. For instance, if you want to keep your circle hollow, all you have got to do is break your middle blocks. That will give your circle a hollow look. On the other hand, if you want to make it like a platform, simply fill the middle portion of the circle.
Method 3 For Building a Minecraft Circle
In this method, we’ll use techniques similar to ones used in building with slanted lines. Here’re the steps to follow:
Build the longest line segment, which shouldn’t be more than one-third the length of your circle’s diameter.
Now create a shorter line segment behind your first line segment.
Next, continue creating shorter lines. With each line, the difference should get smaller than the previous one. With this step, you’ll be able to build the arc at the top of your circle.
Now, turn around and repeat. Keep in mind the circle needs to have four-way symmetry. That is, whether one looks south, north, west or east, your circle must look exactly the same. For this reason, the process of building each side involves the exact same steps.
If there’s any lopsidedness, fix it. For instance, in the case a segment appears too long, you can remove a block at its end and extend the neighboring segment to ensure the gap gets filled. On the other hand, if one of the segments is looking too short, all you have got to do is do the same thing as you did above in reverse.
Conclusion
Learning how to build a circle can really help you a great deal in Minecraft. Since blocks in Minecraft have sharp angles, creating a perfect circular shape is not possible. Having said that, it’s very much possible to build circles that look pretty much like the real thing. Circles are a great way to prove that you are a Minecraft pro — someone who is at the top of their game. Circles can prove extremely useful for construction purposes. For instance, you can use them to make cylindrical castle towers, which look very nice.
Just like anything, building circles in Minecraft requires practice. If you truly want to develop better building skills in Minecraft, keep practicing — and keep these tips in mind. Finally, remember that the bigger the circle, the better the effect.