Getting an elytra in Minecraft is one of the most exciting achievements that completely changes how you explore your world. Let me walk you through exactly how to get your hands on these coveted wings.
Preparing for Your Elytra Hunt
Before you even think about getting an elytra, you’ll need to be well-prepared. Trust me, I’ve learned this the hard way! First, you’ll need to defeat the Ender Dragon – there’s no way around this step. Make sure you’ve got:
– Diamond or Netherite armor
– Several stacks of building blocks
– A good bow with plenty of arrows
– Some ender pearls
– Food supplies
– A few empty inventory slots
Finding End Cities
Once you’ve defeated the dragon, you’ll notice small bedrock gateway portals appearing around the main island’s edge. Here’s where the real adventure begins! Throw an ender pearl through one of these gateways, and you’ll be transported to the outer End islands.
The End City Hunt
This is where patience becomes crucial. You’ll need to explore these outer islands until you find an End City with an End Ship attached. Not every End City has a ship, and you’re specifically looking for the ship – that’s where the elytra is housed.
Navigating the End Ship
When you finally spot that purple-sailed ship (believe me, your heart will skip a beat), you’ll find the elytra in an item frame in the ship’s treasure room. But watch out for those pesky shulkers! Their levitation shots can send you floating into the void if you’re not careful.
Securing Your Prize
Simply right-click or interact with the item frame to collect your elytra. Remember, you’ll need to equip it in your chest plate slot to use it. The first time you jump off a high place with your new wings, hold the jump button to start gliding – it’s an incredible feeling!
Maintaining Your Elytra
One thing many players forget is that elytras have durability and need phantom membranes for repairs. I’d recommend getting some of these before your wings break – nothing’s worse than being stranded far from home with broken wings!
Remember, getting an elytra is just the beginning. Once you have it, you’ll discover a whole new way to experience Minecraft. From building elaborate launch towers to creating firework-powered flight systems, the possibilities are endless. Just be careful on your first few flights – we’ve all had that embarrassing moment of forgetting to open our wings!
