Question: what is the most important thing in minecraft?
Answer:  Crafting Table. Its absolutely the most important thing. ... 
 Water. Many Minecrafters think water and oceans/rivers are an obstacle and are useless. ... 
 Diamonds. Diamonds are very useful for armor and tools. ... 
 Compass. To find your way home! ... 
 Pickaxes. ... 
 Torches. ... 
 Food. ... 
 Chests.