testificate

The testificate is a creature found in the popular sandbox video game Minecraft. Introduced in an update, these villagers possess distinct appearances and behaviors that differentiate them from other passive mobs. Testificates are characterized by their large noses, thin arms, and often wear robes. They spawn naturally in villages, which are generated structures scattered across the game world.

Testificates are primarily known for their trading capabilities. Players can interact with them to exchange various in-game items for others. The specific trades offered depend on the testificate's profession, which can be determined by the presence of certain job site blocks within their village. For example, a testificate standing near a lectern might become a librarian, offering enchanted books and paper.

These villagers have limited AI, primarily moving within their village and reacting to threats. They will flee from hostile mobs like zombies and will not attack players. Testificates reproduce under specific conditions, requiring enough doors and villagers within a village. Their existence is central to the village mechanic, adding an element of interaction and resource management for players. The term "testificate" was later replaced by "villager" in game updates, but the original term remains in the game's history and some community discussions.