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How to Trigger More Pillager Raids in Minecraft: A Comprehensive Guide

The short answer: To get more Pillager Raids in Minecraft, you need to find and defeat a Pillager Outpost Captain (identifiable by the Ominous Banner they carry). Killing this captain will give you the Bad Omen effect. Entering a village while under the Bad Omen effect will trigger a raid.

Understanding Pillager Raids

Pillager Raids are thrilling and challenging events in Minecraft where waves of Pillagers attack a village. Successfully defending a raid grants valuable rewards and unlocks new possibilities within your game. However, intentionally triggering these raids requires understanding the mechanics behind them. Let’s dive deeper.

The Key: The Bad Omen Effect

The Bad Omen effect is the linchpin of triggering raids. Without it, Pillagers will simply patrol near villages, not launching a full-scale assault. This effect is acquired by defeating a Pillager Outpost Captain.

Finding Pillager Outpost Captains

Pillager Outposts are structures commonly found in various biomes. Look for tall wooden towers often accompanied by caged iron golems (which unfortunately, the Pillagers have captured). These outposts are home to several Pillagers, including the key to your raid-triggering desires: the Pillager Outpost Captain.

Pillager Outpost Captains are easily identified by the Ominous Banner they carry. They’re typically positioned on the top levels of the outpost or patrolling the surrounding area. They are like any other pillager but with the ominous banner.

Defeating the Captain and Obtaining Bad Omen

Once you’ve located a Pillager Outpost Captain, you must defeat them. Any weapon or method works, just like any other mob. Upon their defeat, you’ll be granted the Bad Omen effect. The level of Bad Omen depends on the difficulty:

Easy: Bad Omen I
Normal: Bad Omen I
Hard: Bad Omen I-V (random)

Entering a Village to Trigger the Raid

With the Bad Omen effect active, simply enter a village. As soon as you step within the village boundaries, the effect will transform into a Raid event. A horn will sound, and waves of Pillagers and other hostile mobs will begin their assault.

Considerations for Raid Frequency

While consistently defeating captains and entering villages guarantees raids, there are factors that can influence how often you can trigger them:

Outpost Respawn: Pillager Outposts do not immediately respawn their occupants. It takes time for new Pillagers, including captains, to populate the outpost.
Village Availability: If you lack accessible villages, you obviously can’t trigger raids. Consider building or relocating to existing villages.
Difficulty Level: Higher difficulty settings can lead to stronger Bad Omen levels, resulting in more challenging raids.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are 15 frequently asked questions about Pillager Raids, designed to provide further clarity and helpful tips:

Can I stack the Bad Omen effect by defeating multiple captains before entering a village? No, the Bad Omen effect from each captain is applied only once. Defeating multiple captains in rapid succession before entering a village won’t stack the effect beyond what the highest difficulty provides.
Will the Bad Omen effect wear off? Yes, the Bad Omen effect has a timer. This timer starts when you gain the effect and will eventually run out. Make sure to enter a village before the timer runs out or the raid will not start.
What happens if I die while under the Bad Omen effect? You will lose the Bad Omen effect upon death. You’ll need to defeat another captain to reacquire it.
Can I trigger a raid in any village? Yes, any village that meets the game’s criteria (beds, villagers, workstations) is susceptible to raids. Small, newly established villages are more vulnerable due to fewer defensive options.
Do Pillager Outposts respawn? Yes, Pillager Outposts do respawn over time. The rate of respawn isn’t precisely documented but give it time and the Pillagers, including the captain, will be back.
Are there different types of Pillagers in raids? Yes, raids feature various types of Pillagers, including standard Pillagers, Vindicators (axe-wielding brutes), Evokers (magic users who summon vexes and fangs), Witches (who throw potions), and Ravagers (powerful, beast-like creatures).
What are the rewards for successfully defending a raid? Rewards for winning a raid can include Emeralds, Iron, Ores, Totems of Undying (dropped by Evokers), and discounts on villager trades. Defeating a raid also unlocks the “Hero of the Village” effect, providing trade discounts with villagers for a limited time.
Can I cure a villager who is infected and turned into a zombie villager during the raid? Yes, you can cure a zombie villager that spawned during the raid. Curing zombie villagers gives you permanent discounts, lowering the trading costs with that villager permanently.
How can I better prepare for a raid? Prior preparation is paramount. Fortify your village with walls, trenches, and iron golems. Stock up on healing potions, powerful weapons, and armor. Ensure you have ample food to sustain you throughout the battle. A well-lit village will also discourage spawning inside the boundaries.
What happens if I lose a raid? If the Pillagers successfully defeat all the villagers, the village is essentially lost. Villagers that are killed will be lost forever, and the raid will end. The Pillagers will despawn after a short period.
Can I use commands to trigger raids? Yes, you can use the /raid command in Creative mode or if cheats are enabled. This allows you to start raids at will, for testing or creative purposes.
Do Pillager raids happen in the Nether or the End? No, Pillager Raids only occur in the Overworld, specifically within villages that meet the game’s criteria.
Are raids harder in Hard difficulty? Yes, Raids are harder on hard difficulty. This can include more powerful and dangerous pillagers, and more waves.
Do pillager raids have different waves? Yes, pillager raids have different waves of enemies. Each wave of enemies can bring different types of enemies including but not limited to pillagers, vindicators, witches, evokers, and ravagers.
Can I stop a raid midway? You can’t cleanly stop a raid midway without cheats/commands. Leaving the area will effectively pause the raid, but the progress won’t be saved. Returning will resume the raid where you left off. You must defeat all waves to successfully end the raid and receive the rewards. If all villagers in the village are killed, then the raid ends.

By understanding these mechanics and answering these common questions, you’ll be well-equipped to trigger and manage Pillager Raids in Minecraft, adding a layer of excitement and challenge to your gameplay.

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