Unveiling the Evoker’s Loot: A Comprehensive Guide to Their Drops in Minecraft
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Evokers, those enigmatic spellcasters residing in Woodland Mansions and raiding parties, are more than just a challenging encounter in Minecraft. They are also the sole source of a highly sought-after item: the Totem of Undying. But what exactly do Evokers drop upon defeat? Let’s delve into the specifics of their loot table, exploring the mechanics that govern their drops, and understanding how to maximize your haul.
The Evoker’s Treasure Trove: Understanding the Loot Table
When defeated by a player, an Evoker will primarily drop two items:
- Totem of Undying: This is the guaranteed main drop. Every Evoker killed by a player will yield a single Totem of Undying. This incredibly valuable item grants the player a second chance at life upon taking fatal damage, making it essential for hardcore players and those tackling difficult challenges.
- Emeralds: Evokers have a chance to drop 0–1 Emeralds if killed by the player. The number of emeralds is increased by 1 for each level of the Looting enchantment on the weapon used, up to a maximum of 0–4 emeralds with Looting III.
It’s important to note that Swords with the Looting Enchantment only affect their emerald drops. The Totem of Undying is a guaranteed drop, regardless of whether you use a sword with Looting or not. The Looting enchantment increases the quantity of emeralds, but not the chance of the Totem dropping, which is always 100% upon a player kill.
In Java Edition, Evokers that spawn as wave leaders in raids may also drop an ominous banner if killed. In Bedrock Edition, they may drop an illager banner under the same circumstances. These banners can be used to trigger raids or as decorative items.
Evoker’s Spawn Behavior & Location
Woodland Mansions
In Woodland Mansions, evokers spawn during the generation of particular rooms. They do not respawn after their initial spawn.
Raids
During raids, up to 5 evokers can spawn. One evoker spawns during waves 5 and 6, and three evokers spawn during wave 7. Notably, one of the evokers rides a ravager during wave 7, making them an even more formidable opponent.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Evoker Drops
Here are some common questions related to Evokers and their drops, along with detailed answers:
1. Does difficulty level affect Evoker drops?
No, the difficulty level (Easy, Normal, Hard) does not affect the Totem of Undying drop rate. It’s always a guaranteed drop when killed by a player. However, the difficulty level might indirectly influence the number of emeralds you get, as higher difficulties might present more challenges to reaching and killing the Evoker, requiring better gear and potentially Looting enchantments.
2. What is the best way to farm Totems of Undying?
The most efficient way to farm Totems of Undying is to repeatedly trigger raids in a village and defeat the Evokers that spawn during the raid waves. Building a raid farm can automate this process, making Totem of Undying acquisition more reliable. Finding Woodland Mansions is another way, but as Evokers do not respawn inside, it is much less sustainable.
3. Can villagers pick up Totems of Undying if an Evoker drops one near them?
No, villagers cannot pick up items, including Totems of Undying. Only players and certain hostile mobs like zombies can pick up items.
4. Do wolves affect Evoker drops?
Tamed wolves that assist in killing an Evoker will count the Evoker as being killed by the player, making the Totem of Undying drop. As for the number of Emeralds dropping, the player still needs to be wielding a looting sword for the emeralds to increase.
5. What happens if an Evoker dies from fire or lava?
If an Evoker dies from fire, lava, or any other indirect damage (e.g., falling into a pit), it might not drop the Totem of Undying, as the game needs to recognize that the player made the kill for the totem to drop. The player must directly cause the fatal blow to the Evoker to guarantee the drop.
6. Can I use commands to summon Evokers that drop more items?
No, summoning Evokers using commands will not change the default drop rates. They will still only drop one Totem of Undying and a variable number of emeralds based on Looting level.
7. Do Evokers drop anything else besides Totems of Undying, Emeralds, and banners?
No, the Totem of Undying and emeralds are the standard drops. Banners are dropped only in specific raid scenarios (ominous banner in Java, illager banner in Bedrock).
8. What is the purpose of the Totem of Undying?
The Totem of Undying is a single-use item that prevents death. If a player holding the Totem in their inventory takes fatal damage, the Totem is consumed, and the player is granted temporary buffs, including Regeneration II for 5 seconds, Fire Resistance I for 45 seconds, and Absorption II (4 hearts) for 5 seconds.
9. How rare are Woodland Mansions, the source of Evokers?
Woodland Mansions are relatively rare structures, found in dark forest biomes. They are often located thousands of blocks away from the world spawn, making them a significant challenge to locate and explore.
10. Are Evokers affected by the Smite enchantment?
Yes, Evokers are classified as undead mobs, which means they are vulnerable to the Smite enchantment. Smite deals increased damage to undead mobs, making it an effective enchantment for fighting Evokers.
11. What is an “illager banner” and what does it do?
The “illager banner” is a decorative item dropped by raid captains (including Evokers in raids in Bedrock Edition). Carrying an illager banner gives the player the Bad Omen status effect, which triggers a raid when the player enters a village.
12. How much experience (XP) do Evokers drop?
Evokers drop 10 experience points when killed by a player or a tamed wolf.
13. Can Evokers be affected by status effects like poison or weakness?
Yes, Evokers can be affected by most status effects, including poison, weakness, slowness, and others. Using these effects can make them easier to defeat.
14. Why are Evokers considered a valuable target?
Evokers are valuable targets because they are the only source of the Totem of Undying, which provides a crucial safety net against death. This makes them highly sought after by players attempting challenging content or those playing in hardcore mode.
15. Are Evokers in Peaceful Mode dangerous?
No. In Bedrock Edition, evokers can spawn in peaceful difficulty, and will not attack the player.
Understanding the Evoker’s loot table and how to efficiently farm them can significantly enhance your survival and success in Minecraft. The Totem of Undying is an invaluable asset, and mastering the art of Evoker hunting is a worthwhile endeavor for any serious player.
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