No, you cannot place sea pickles out of water in Minecraft.
In Minecraft, specifically based on the Bedrock codebase, certain aquatic items have strict placement requirements. Sea pickles, like coral and other sea plants, are among these items. They are fundamentally tied to the presence of water for placement.
According to the Bedrock codebase information and related issue reports (such as MCPE-32920 from 26-Apr-2018), the placement rule is very clear:
- "Sea plants, coral, and pickles can only be placed in water source blocks, not flowing water."
This means that attempting to place a sea pickle on any block that is not occupied by a water source block will fail. They require a water source block specifically, not just any block covered by flowing water.
Where Can Sea Pickles Be Placed?
Based on the game's mechanics and the provided reference information, sea pickles can only be placed in the following condition:
- In a water source block: A water source block is a block where water originates and does not flow away. These are typically found at the bottom of oceans or lakes, or created manually by players.
They cannot be placed in these conditions:
- Out of water: On land, in air, or on any block not submerged in water.
- In flowing water: Water that is moving away from a source block.
Placement Conditions Summary
| Condition | Can Place Sea Pickle? |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Yes |
| Flowing Water | No |
| Out of Water | No |
Understanding this specific requirement is key for builders and explorers looking to decorate or light up underwater areas, as sea pickles emit light when placed in groups.
