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🎨Decoration

Totem Pole

Step-by-step Minecraft build tutorial

Steps

Materials

~1h 16m

Time

DifficultyEasy

Download .schem (Free)

Materials Needed11 blocks

How do I use the .schem file?

Litematica (free Java mod, survival): drop the file into .minecraft/schematics/, press M in-game, load the schematic, and build using the ghost overlay.

WorldEdit (creative): place the file in schematics/, then run //schem load totem-pole and //paste.

Bedrock players: follow the step-by-step guide — every block is shown with images.

Learn how to build Totem Pole in Minecraft with this detailed 38-step decoration tutorial. This decoration build uses Oak Log, Jungle Stairs, Oak Wood, Stripped Spruce Wood and 7 more materials. Follow the step-by-step images above to create this decorative structure, perfect for adding detail and flair to any world. A moderate build suitable for most players.

Every block placement is shown with a clear image, so you can build along on Java Edition, Bedrock Edition, or Pocket Edition without mods. Estimated build time is around 76 minutes depending on whether you play in creative or gather materials in survival. Want to skip ahead? Download the free Totem Pole .schem file and paste the entire build instantly with Litematica or WorldEdit.

Totem Pole

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