Do Cleric Villagers Trade Ender Pearls in Minecraft? A Comprehensive Guide
The short answer is yes, Cleric villagers can trade Ender Pearls in Minecraft, but it’s not always a guarantee. The availability and cost of these trades depend on several factors, including the villager’s profession level and the game edition you’re playing. Let’s delve into the details.
Understanding Cleric Villager Trades
Cleric villagers are a valuable asset to any Minecraft player, specializing in potion ingredients and other mystical items. They are created when a villager links to a brewing stand. However, not all Clerics immediately offer Ender Pearls. You’ll need to invest some time and resources to unlock this potentially lucrative trade.
Leveling Up Your Cleric
The key to unlocking Ender Pearl trades lies in leveling up your Cleric villager. This is achieved by trading with them. Each successful trade earns the villager experience, and as they accumulate enough experience, they advance to the next profession tier. The crucial tier for Ender Pearl trades is the Expert level.
- Novice: Initial level
- Apprentice: First promotion
- Journeyman: Second promotion
- Expert: Third Promotion, crucial for Ender Pearl trades
- Master: Final level
Ender Pearl Trade Availability
Once a Cleric reaches the Expert level, the possibility of them offering Ender Pearls arises. However, the probability differs between Bedrock Edition and Java Edition:
- Bedrock Edition: Expert-level Clerics always offer Ender Pearl trades. This makes obtaining Ender Pearls considerably easier in Bedrock Edition.
- Java Edition: Expert-level Clerics have a 2/3 chance of offering Ender Pearl trades. This means there’s a chance your Expert Cleric won’t have the trade.
The Cost of Ender Pearls
Be prepared to part with some emeralds. The standard cost of one Ender Pearl from an Expert Cleric is generally around 5-6 emeralds. This can be a steep price, especially early in the game. However, as you establish efficient emerald farming methods (such as trading other goods to villagers), this cost becomes more manageable.
Other Methods of Obtaining Ender Pearls
While trading with Clerics is a reliable method, it’s not the only way to acquire Ender Pearls in Minecraft.
- Endermen: The most direct method is by killing Endermen, the tall, slender, black creatures that teleport around. They have a chance of dropping Ender Pearls upon death. You can build Enderman farms in the End dimension for more efficient farming.
- Bartering with Piglins: In the Nether, you can barter with Piglins by giving them gold ingots. They offer a variety of items in return, including Ender Pearls. This is a potentially faster method, but it is random.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Cleric Villager Trades and Ender Pearls
Here are some frequently asked questions to further clarify the intricacies of Ender Pearl trading and acquisition in Minecraft.
1. What workstation is required for a villager to become a Cleric?
A villager needs access to a brewing stand to become a Cleric. If a jobless villager is near a brewing stand, it will claim the workstation and become a Cleric.
2. Can I change a Cleric’s trades if they don’t offer Ender Pearls in Java Edition?
Yes, in Java Edition, if your Expert Cleric doesn’t offer Ender Pearl trades, you can break their brewing stand and replace it. This will force them to de-link and re-link, potentially changing their trades upon re-linking to the brewing stand. Be cautious, as this method is only effective if the villager has not been traded with after reaching the Expert level, because once a trade is locked it can not be changed.
3. What is the fastest way to level up a Cleric villager?
The fastest way to level up a Cleric is by trading them items they want in bulk, such as rotten flesh for emeralds. Build a raid farm to collect rotten flesh quickly, and that will help to level up the cleric quickly too.
4. Can villagers sell Eyes of Ender?
Eyes of Ender are sometimes offered as a trade by Cleric villagers, usually at the Journeyman level or higher. The cost is typically 7-11 emeralds per Eye of Ender.
5. Do Piglins drop Ender Pearls in Peaceful mode?
No. While bartering with Piglins is a viable way to obtain Ender Pearls, Piglins do not spawn in Peaceful mode. You’ll need to play on at least Easy difficulty to encounter them.
6. How many Ender Pearls do I need to collect?
The number of Ender Pearls you need depends on your goals. To activate the End Portal and fight the Ender Dragon, you’ll need 12 Eyes of Ender. Additionally, you’ll need extra Ender Pearls for traveling (teleporting).
7. Where does the Pearl Dealer NPC spawn?
The Pearl Dealer is an NPC found near the spawn of The End, however, they are not part of the original base game. They are used in some mods or custom servers.
8. How many Blaze Rods do I need?
You need at least 6 Blaze Rods to make 12 Blaze Powder, which is then combined with 12 Ender Pearls to make 12 Eyes of Ender. It’s best to collect a few extra in case some blaze powder is lost.
9. Can you make an Enderman farm in the Overworld?
Yes, it’s possible, but significantly less efficient than building one in The End. Endermen spawn rates in the Overworld are relatively low.
10. What happens if you throw an Ender Pearl into the void?
If you throw an Ender Pearl into the void, you’ll take damage and stay in the same location, as the teleportation mechanism requires a valid surface.
11. What spawns if you throw an Ender Pearl?
When you throw an Ender Pearl, there’s a 1/20 chance that an Endermite will spawn.
12. Why do Ender Pearls only stack to 16?
Ender Pearls stack to 16 because they are throwable items. Items that can be thrown or used without an additional tool typically have a lower stack size for gameplay balance.
13. What biome do Endermen spawn in most?
Endermen spawn most commonly in warped forests in the Nether. In the Overworld, they spawn relatively evenly across most biomes, but at a much lower rate.
14. Why did my Ender Eye disappear?
Eyes of Ender have a chance of breaking upon use, after being thrown. Craft extras to account for this.
15. Does Ender Pearl damage armor?
Regular armor doesn’t directly negate damage from Ender Pearl teleportation. However, armor enchanted with Ender Protection I can nullify Ender Pearl damage by 25% per piece. So, if you have four armor pieces, they will together negate 100% of damage, and you won’t take any damage.
Conclusion
While acquiring Ender Pearls through Cleric villagers is a viable strategy, remember that it requires patience, resource management, and a bit of luck, especially in Java Edition. Understanding the nuances of villager trading, exploring alternative acquisition methods, and strategically planning your approach will significantly enhance your Minecraft experience. Remember to engage with the vibrant Minecraft community and explore the educational resources offered by organizations like the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org to deepen your understanding of game mechanics and their applications.