given the block has top/bottom solid surface) does not affect the ability to hang of a lantern, similar to torches. The type of the block (solid, opaque, transparent, etc. Like torches, lanterns melt snow slowly.īoth lanterns and soul lanterns can be placed (if a support platform is presented) or hanging (if a ceiling block is presented).
In addition to lighting, lanterns provide these effects: When placed below a block the lantern appears to hang. More information can be found at Opacity/Placement. Lanterns can be placed on the top or bottom surfaces of most solid blocks, although some require sneaking. The lantern is among the most luminous of light sources, emitting a light level of 15, while the soul lantern emits a light level of 10. Apprentice-level librarian villagers have a 50% or 66.7% chance of selling a regular lantern for an emerald as part of their trades.
