Saltpeter Ore

Saltpeter ore is a mineral that generates in the Overworld. It is common and can be used to make gunpowder.

Obtaining
Saltpeter ore will drop saltpeter if mined by a tier 1 (stone) tool or better. if mined by any other tool, it will drop nothing.

Natural Generation
Saltpeter only occurs around bedrock to sea level (layers 1-64). There are 10 veins per chunk and each vein can have up to 6 ores.

Crafting Ingredient
When mined, saltpeter ore drops saltpeter which is used as a material in crafting; See Saltpeter.