In Part 1 of our Minecraft Anthropology series, we dive deep into the mysteries of ancient structures with special guest NightSteak. Explore the significance of pottery sherds, from Angler to Blade, and uncover fascinating theories about the origins of Desert Pyramids, Wells, Ocean Ruins, and Trail Ruins. We discuss intriguing Reddit theories about Desert Temples—are they ancient graves, religious sites, or remnants of factional wars? Tune in to unravel the Overworld’s hidden past and the lore behind Minecraft’s most enigmatic structures.
NightSteak Links:
https://x.com/nightsteak9?s=21
https://block-display.com/author/nightsteak9/
https://minecraftonline.com/wiki/Newport_Museum
https://www.reddit.com/u/NightSteak/s/VFYIpL6v6z
Sources:
“Archaeology – Minecraft Wiki.” Minecraft Wiki, 2020, minecraft.wiki/w/Archaeology. Accessed 20 May 2025.
“Minecraft’s Desert Temple Conspiracy Theory.” Www.youtube.com, www.youtube.com/shorts/5wyw_w2WQVQ. Accessed 22 May 2025.
“Reddit - the Heart of the Internet.” Reddit.com, 2025, www.reddit.com/r/minecraftlore/comments/wqi0bw/my_own_theory_for_minecrafts_lore_part_1_of_3_to_4/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button. Accessed 22 May 2025.
“Reddit - the Heart of the Internet.” Reddit.com, 2021, www.reddit.com/r/GameTheorists/comments/p1jclg/minecraft_desert_temples_theory/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button. Accessed 22 May 2025.
“Reddit - the Heart of the Internet.” Reddit.com, 2020, www.reddit.com/r/GameTheorists/comments/kfhbu0/the_desert_temples_are_the_graves_of_the_ancient/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button. Accessed 22 May 2025.
“Reddit - the Heart of the Internet.” Reddit.com, 2019, www.reddit.com/r/GameTheorists/comments/ddkc9u/minecrafts_underwater_civilization_completely/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button. Accessed 23 May 2025.
“Reddit - the Heart of the Internet.” Reddit.com, 2022, www.reddit.com/r/minecraftlore/comments/z0bh92/ancient_city_portal_theory_detailed/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button. Accessed 23 May 2025.
“Reddit - the Heart of the Internet.” Reddit.com, 2023, www.reddit.com/r/Minecraft/comments/121kcqa/trails_tales_theory_the_trail_ruins_are_the_most/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button. Accessed 23 May 2025.
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