Web vs. Fire: Who Wins? In Minecraft

Hello, my cubic friends! Today, I bring you a new scientific thriller in the style of “what if.” Imagine: you’re standing in the Nether, bravely building traps, and suddenly the question pops into your head — can a web stop a ghast’s fireball? The first thought: “This is going to blow up!” Honestly, I expected an epic spectacle, lightning, crackling — maybe even a cinematic like Minecraft Dungeons. But who could’ve guessed it would turn out so differently?

Setting the Stage (or How I Almost Fell Victim to My Own Enthusiasm)

I won’t lie, I took this seriously! I picked a spot in the Soul Sand Valley — an atmospheric place where even the bushes seem nervous. I built a magnificent wall of webs. At first glance — it looked like abstract art, but all my hopes were pinned on the result! Sweaty hands, hellish skies above… It felt like the moments before a final exam.

The ghast appeared right on cue. If I had a mob Bingo card, I’d already be shouting “jackpot!” I waited with bated breath — when will the show begin? "Shoot!" – I mentally cheered on my white flying enemy, though inside I felt like an unarmed extra in a horror movie.

The Big Moment: The Show Was Supposed to Be Grand… But

Let’s not exaggerate: I was expecting a very dramatic scene. Webs, fire, screams, explosions — perfect for a highlight reel. But Minecraft, as always, had other plans. The ghast’s fireball passed through the web like it was air. No smoke, not even a spark! I almost wanted to ask Mojang: “Seriously, guys?”

There I stood… An explosion behind me, and in front — the web wall, untouched, not even a fly moved! It was something else: funny, frustrating, and somehow very Minecraft.

So, Is the Web Worth It? My Personal Rating

My opinion: webs as a defense against aggressive ghasts — absolute zero. They don’t work at all, even if you cover the entire Nether with them. So many fantasies shattered in seconds! No joke, I’ll now see them only as decorative elements and nothing more. Still, there’s always room for creativity — at least the spiders will be happy.

Pros and Cons of Webs

Pros:

• Perfect for slowing down mobs and players. Great material for traps and trolling friends.
• Easy to collect with shears and useful for farming string.
• Awesome decor for spooky builds, basements, and Halloween projects. Abandoned vibes guaranteed!
• Can soften falls from great heights if planned properly.

Cons:

• Completely useless against ghasts and their fireballs. Expectations crushed.
• Doesn’t protect against explosions, arrows, or other dangerous mobs.
• If you step on it accidentally — you’ll trap yourself! Nerves and sometimes armor will suffer.
• Quickly ruins the look of builds if overused.

Final Thoughts – Not All That Glitters Is Gold… and Not All Webs Catch Fire

If I got paid every time my curious soul clashed with harsh reality, I’d have a chest full of diamonds by now. That’s the experiment, friends: scientific, fun, and absolutely useless as ghast defense! Keep cobblestone ready, webs for decor and laughs, and don’t forget to experiment yourself.

What other crazy Minecraft myths would you like to test? Drop them in the comments! I’m already working on new theories because living without fun — that’s not the Minecraft way.