Complete Guide to End Mobs in Minecraft

The End is one of those places where your first thought is, "Just don’t fall into the void!" Honestly, when I first got here, it felt like Minecraft was punishing me for all my Overworld sins. It’s eerily quiet, nothing seems to happen, and you feel like a tiny speck in the vastness of space. And then... bam, mobs. They’re like the stars of some bizarre reality show: flashy, annoying, and each with their own quirks. To be honest, no matter how many times I visit the End, it never feels "normal"—every trip feels like the first!

Enderman

"See a three-meter-tall black figure with glowing purple eyes?" Every time, I flinch and instinctively look away—I don’t want any trouble! Endermen are like the kings of the End party. There are so many of them that it feels like they’re holding some important meeting... without you.

Behavior and habits:
Endermen won’t bother you unless you look them in the eyes. This mechanic always gets me—one moment I’m peacefully digging, and the next... BAM, instant aggression! When an Enderman gets mad, it’s no joke—it’s like the room temperature rises. Once, I almost knocked my keyboard over in panic. Oh, and water? That’s their kryptonite. Sometimes I almost feel bad for them.

Loot:

• Ender Pearls: 0–1 per kill (with Looting, it’s even better). Honestly, one of the best drops in the game: teleportation, farms, and essential for End exploration. I hoard every pearl—just in case.
• XP: 5 points. Honestly, I expected more from such a tall guy!

How to survive and win:

• Build a "roof": My favorite defense—simple and genius! I’ve done it dozens of times, and every time I feel proud of my creativity (and laziness).
• Water bucket is a must: I’m not kidding—this has saved my life so many times it deserves its own song! Pour it down and watch Endermen scatter in frustration.
• Boats aren’t just for rivers: Once, I trapped three Endermen in boats—it was hilarious and, more importantly, safe!

Ender Dragon

This beast... If you’ve only dealt with Creepers or Piglins before, this is where you realize: it’s about to get real. My first thought upon seeing the dragon was, "Why am I even here?!" Seriously, the Ender Dragon is the epitome of epic—and a major headache.

Behavior:
This guy flies like there’s no tomorrow. Sometimes he ignores you, and other times he dive-bombs straight at you—I nearly fell out of my chair once. He’ll hover over the portal, watching you... it’s creepy! And the way he heals from those crystals? Infuriating. You just want to yell, "Let it go already!" In short, the dragon is a real troublemaker.

Loot:

• XP: The first time, the amount of XP is mind-blowing—I was proud of that moment for a week. But the second and third times? Meh, the dragon gets stingy.
• Dragon Egg: A priceless trophy. If you lose it, feel free to cry—I almost did (well, almost).
• Dragon’s Breath: The first time I tried to collect it in a bottle, I had no idea how. It feels like capturing magic in a jar!

How to avoid becoming a statistic:

• Destroy the crystals: Climbing those towers was nerve-wracking—I was sweating and terrified of falling with every block. Just don’t look down!
• Save your bottles: Collecting Dragon’s Breath feels magical, and brewing potions afterward is so satisfying!
• Keep a water bucket handy: It sounds silly, but it’s a lifesaver if you get launched into the air. I’ve had a few fails, not gonna lie...

Shulker

Oh, Shulkers—they exist purely to troll players. "I’m just a harmless box, don’t mind me... BAM, now you’re floating to the ceiling!" Every time I enter an End City, I mentally prepare myself for the chaos they bring.

What you’re dealing with:
They sit there, blending in with the walls, until a purple levitation projectile hits you. Suddenly, you’re floating like a balloon, and the landing? Not so fun.

Loot:

• Shulker Shells: These make up for all the trolling. Shulker Boxes have solved all my inventory problems—life-changing! They don’t always drop, though, which is frustrating (but when they do, it’s a celebration!).

Pro tips:

• Shield is your best friend: Forgetting my shield once meant floating up and down like a yo-yo—it was funny but inconvenient.
• Hit projectiles with your sword: The first time I deflected one, I felt like a pro.
• Levitation: friend or foe: Sometimes it’s helpful, sometimes it’s a disaster. Falling, floating, falling again—it’s like a mini survival game!

Endermite

These little guys show up uninvited and always at the worst time. Every time I throw an Ender Pearl, I brace myself: "Will I teleport safely, or will this bug show up instead?" They’re tiny, but the surprise factor is huge—I actually jumped the first time I saw one!

Behavior:
Summoning an Endermite is rare, but when it happens, Endermen swarm to deal with it. Once, I trapped an Endermite in a minecart, and it became the centerpiece of an Enderman party every night.

Loot:

• XP: Nothing special, but every bit counts!
• No other drops: At first, it’s disappointing, but you get used to it—and the chaos they cause is worth it.

Advanced trick:

• Enderman farm: This is a game-changer. I spent days building my first Enderman trap with an Endermite—it’s nostalgic and makes me wonder how I ever managed without it. Plus, it’s oddly satisfying!

General survival tips (or how not to lose your gear to the void)

• Watch your step! Seriously, I’ve fallen into the void so many times "by accident" I’ve lost count. The void loves visitors.
• Enchant boots with Feather Falling: A lifesaver against Shulkers and bad jumps!
• Bring food: The End is no place to go hungry. I always pack golden carrots—fancy and filling.
• Carry extra blocks: Building my first bridge over the void was nerve-wracking. Better safe than sorry!

Exploring the End feels like completing a high-stakes quest. But honestly, when you’re soaring with Elytra or opening your first Shulker Box, you realize it was all worth it. The End is a place of laughter, nerves, joy, and a bit of frustration. So hold onto your luck and get ready to achieve great things! And remember: even if things go wrong, you can always laugh it off, take a deep breath, and try again.