Bats, Pots, and Competitions

Now, because we’re known for our competitiveness here at Mojang Studios, and because there’s something deeply satisfying about throwing a projectile at another person’s precious pot, I thought this would be a smashing opportunity to get some insight into what other Mojangers will be filling their pots with! So, I’ve devised a very serious competition: Tops of the Pots!  

Squeak. 

I definitely heard something this time! Is there a new contender for our competition? Well, it’s too late, valiant competitor, because the application deadline has closed, and soon our judge will arrive to decide the ultimate winner!

TOP OF THE POTS 

ENTRY 1: BAKED POTATOES 

After weeks of anticipation, our Community Manager Gustav has decided to fill his pot with something epic and delicious. Baked potatoes! 

“In real life, the baked potato itself acts as a decorative (and delicious) pot that can store stuff, so it only makes sense, right? I'll keep it in my pot in case we ever decide to do a Shrimps & Chives update, allowing the height of Swedish cuisine to be recreated in-game. Anyone else hungry right now?” - Gustav

Me! Is it lunchtime yet?

Squeak squeak! 

ENTRY 2: SPLASH POTION OF FIRE RESISTANCE 

I definitely heard something that time! Where is that curiously adorable squeaking coming from? 

Our second contender is Matthew Gatland, one of our System Designers. Matthew is a big fan of decorated pots, and an equally big fan of keeping his in-game horses not on fire, which is a goal I can get behind. That’s why he’s filling his pots with Splash Potions of Fire Resistance! 

“One time I was renovating our Nether Base and I accidentally let lava into the stables. Many horses died that day. Our new safety regulations require a fire resistance potion in every room in a clearly marked container – “smash pot in case of emergency!” - Matthew Gatland

Your horses will thank you, Matthew! And so will I (horses are my favorite!). 

ENTRY 3: GHAST TEARS 

Fun to collect and even more fun to store in decorated pots, contender number three is using the decorated pots’ new storage function for – ghast tears! But not because he wants to make Potions of Regeneration, or craft some End crystals. Nope, our only favorite Java Realms writer Oskar Thysell, is using his pots to make a point. 

“I am a huge opponent of toxic ghastulinity, and this way I'm keeping score!” – Oskar Thysell

I personally feel very attacked by ghasts anytime I venture to the Nether, so I stand with you, Oskar. Collect those tears! 

Squeak! Squeak! Squeak!  

Aha! Our Tops of the Pots judge has arrived in the nick of time. Where have you been? I’ve been looking everywhere for you! 

[Angry squeaks intensify]