What Scares Enderman in Minecraft? The Ultimate Guide

Endermen, those tall, slender, void-dwelling creatures, are among the most iconic and unsettling mobs in Minecraft. Their ability to teleport, their eerie sounds, and their aggressive reaction to being looked at have cemented their place in Minecraft lore. But what truly scares these seemingly fearless beings? The answer is surprisingly simple: water.

Why Water is Enderman’s Kryptonite

The reason water hurts Endermen lies in their fundamental connection to the void. Endermen originate from the End dimension, a barren wasteland devoid of water. This harsh environment has made them exceptionally vulnerable to the life-giving substance that flourishes in the Overworld.

• Direct Damage: Contact with water, whether it’s rain, a pool, or even a thrown splash potion, deals continuous damage to Endermen. This damage is significant enough that prolonged exposure to water will kill them.

• Avoidance Behavior: Endermen actively avoid water. They will teleport away from any water source, including rain, to escape the harmful effects. This avoidance behavior is a key part of understanding how to deal with them.

Beyond Water: Understanding Enderman Behavior

While water is the primary fear of Endermen, understanding their behavior is crucial for survival and even farming them. This includes their aggression triggers, teleportation habits, and general weaknesses.

Aggression and Gaze

The most well-known trigger for Enderman aggression is direct eye contact. If a player looks directly at an Enderman, specifically at the head, the Enderman will become enraged. This is signaled by the Enderman opening its mouth, shaking violently, and emitting angry sounds.

• Looking Through Transparent Blocks: Looking at an Enderman through transparent blocks like glass or tinted glass still triggers their aggression. The game still registers eye contact.

• Wearing a Carved Pumpkin: A Carved Pumpkin worn on the head blocks the player’s direct line of sight, preventing them from triggering the Enderman’s aggression. This allows players to look at Endermen without provoking them.

Teleportation: A Blessing and a Curse

Endermen are masters of teleportation. They use this ability to navigate the world, escape danger, and close the distance on their prey.

• Random Teleportation: Endermen will randomly teleport around their environment, especially if they are taking damage or if the terrain is difficult to traverse.

• Teleportation in Combat: When attacked, Endermen will frequently teleport behind or around their attacker, making them difficult to hit. This is also done to escape water.

Enderman Weaknesses: Exploiting their Fears

While Endermen are formidable opponents, they have weaknesses that can be exploited:

• Height Restrictions: Building a small enclosure with a low ceiling prevents Endermen from teleporting away. As Endermen are three blocks tall, a two-block high space will ensure that they can’t teleport.

• Projectile Weapons: While Endermen can teleport to avoid some attacks, well-aimed projectiles, especially those with lingering effects, can be effective against them.

• Melee Combat: Strategic melee combat can be effective if you understand their teleportation patterns and can quickly re-engage them after they teleport.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Endermen

Here are some frequently asked questions about Endermen in Minecraft, covering various aspects of their behavior, weaknesses, and interactions.

1. Can Endermen teleport through walls?

No, Endermen cannot teleport through solid blocks. They require a clear path to their destination, although they can teleport through gaps as small as one block in size.

2. Does rain hurt Endermen?

Yes, rain does hurt Endermen. It deals continuous damage similar to standing in a body of water. They will attempt to teleport away from the rain.

3. Are Endermen afraid of lava?

Endermen are not explicitly afraid of lava in the same way they are of water. However, they will take damage from lava and will attempt to teleport away from it.

4. Can Endermen pick up any block?

No, Endermen can only pick up a specific set of blocks. These include dirt, grass blocks, sand, gravel, flowers, mushrooms, cacti, melon blocks, pumpkins, TNT, and mycelium.

5. Do Endermen spawn in the Nether?

No, Endermen do not naturally spawn in the Nether. They primarily spawn in the Overworld and the End dimension. However, you can bring them to the Nether yourself through portals.

6. How can I farm Endermen safely?

Safe Enderman farming typically involves creating a platform over a body of water. The water forces them to spawn on the platform and prevents them from teleporting away too far. Ensure the platform has a low ceiling to prevent escape.

7. What happens if you put a boat under an Enderman?

Endermen, like most mobs, can be placed in boats and minecarts. This can be used to transport them or contain them. They will not teleport out of the boat unless forced by damage or other factors.

8. Can Endermen be tamed?

No, Endermen cannot be tamed in the traditional sense. They remain hostile mobs regardless of player interaction.

9. Do Endermen drown in water?

Yes, Endermen will eventually drown in water if they are unable to teleport away. The continuous damage from the water will eventually kill them.

10. What is the best weapon to use against Endermen?

The best weapon against Endermen depends on your strategy. Swords with high damage output, bows with Power enchantments, and axes with sharpness are all viable options. The key is to time your attacks and anticipate their teleportation.

11. Are Endermen affected by the Wither effect?

Yes, Endermen are affected by the Wither effect, just like most other mobs. The Wither effect will deal damage over time and can be a useful tool for combating them.

12. Do Endermen take fall damage?

Yes, Endermen take fall damage. This can be exploited in Enderman farms by creating drops that damage them but don’t kill them instantly, allowing for easy collection of experience and Ender Pearls.

13. Can Endermen see in the dark?

Yes, Endermen, like most hostile mobs, can see in the dark. They do not require light to navigate or detect players.

14. What is an Endermite and how does it relate to Endermen?

An Endermite is a small, silverfish-like mob that has a small chance of spawning when an Enderman teleports. Endermen will attack Endermites on sight. Endermites drop nothing on death.

15. How rare are Endermen?

Endermen are relatively common in the End dimension and less common in the Overworld. Their spawn rate in the Overworld increases during thunderstorms. They are not considered exceptionally rare but are still a significant threat.