Minecraft fortresses: mysterious, perilous, and packed with secrets. These ancient underground structures are a crucial part of the Minecraft world, offering thrilling adventures and valuable rewards for brave explorers. Ready to delve into their dark corridors and face the lurking dangers? This guide is for you!
Table of Contents
- What is a Stronghold in Minecraft
- How to Find a Stronghold in Minecraft
- Eye of Ender
- The Locate Command
- Stronghold Rooms
- Library
- Prison
- Fountain
- Secret Rooms
- Altar
- Stronghold Mobs
- Rewards
- Portal to the Ender Dragon
What is a Stronghold in Minecraft?
A stronghold is an ancient, sprawling underground complex. Beyond its valuable loot, you'll discover intriguing areas like prisons, libraries, and more, all leading to the ultimate goal: a portal to The End and the final boss fight against the Ender Dragon.
Activating the portal requires Eyes of Ender (explained below). Finding a stronghold without assistance is impossible; the game provides a specific method, though unofficial shortcuts exist.
How to Find a Stronghold in Minecraft
Eye of Ender
This is the intended and only reliable way to locate a stronghold. Craft it using Blaze Powder (from Blaze rods dropped by Blazes) and Ender Pearls (obtained by killing Endermen, trading with villager priests, or finding them in stronghold chests).
Throw an Eye of Ender; it will float briefly in the direction of the nearest stronghold. Remember, Eyes of Ender are consumed with each use. For a survival playthrough, aim for at least 30.
The Locate Command
For those who prefer a less organic approach (requiring cheats enabled in game settings), use this command:
/locate structure stronghold
This provides approximate coordinates. Teleport using /tp (replacing
Stronghold Rooms
Library
Stone, bricks, bookshelves, and a mysterious atmosphere define the library. Hidden deep within the stronghold, these rooms often contain chests with enchanted books and other valuable resources.
Prison
A maze-like prison filled with skeletons, zombies, and creepers. Navigate carefully; the danger lies not in the prisoners, but in the hostile mobs.
Fountain
A central fountain adds a mystical touch to this room. Its origins and purpose remain shrouded in mystery.
Secret Rooms
Explore the stronghold walls; hidden chambers may contain valuable loot, but beware of traps!
Altar
An eerie room, seemingly an altar, with stone bricks and torches. Its purpose remains unclear.
Stronghold Mobs
Expect skeletons, creepers, and silverfish. While manageable with basic iron armor, they still pose a threat.
Rewards
Rewards are random, but you might find enchanted books, iron armor, swords, and even diamond horse armor.
Portal to the Ender Dragon
The stronghold's ultimate reward: the portal to the Ender Dragon, Minecraft's final boss. Explore fully to experience all the stronghold has to offer!
