What can Enderman not pick up?

What Can Enderman Not Pick Up?

Endermen are one of the most fascinating mobs in Minecraft, with their ability to teleport and pick up almost any block or item. But did you know that there are certain things that even Endermen cannot pick up? In this article, we will delve into the limitations of Enderman’s picking ability and explore what they can’t pick up.

Entities

Endermen cannot pick up entities. This includes all living entities, such as:

• Boats: Endermen cannot pick up boats, whether they are sailing through the water or moored to the side.
• Minecarts: Another type of entity that Endermen cannot pick up is minecarts.
• Mobs: While Endermen can pick up most types of mobs, they cannot pick up other Endermen.
• Primed TNT: Endermen are not able to pick up TNT that has been primed to explode.

Blocks with High Blast Resistance

Endermen cannot pick up blocks with high blast resistance. These blocks are:

• Obsidian: Obsidian, with a blast resistance of 9, is one of the most resistant blocks in the game.
• Endstone: Endstone has a blast resistance of 9, making it another block that Endermen cannot pick up.
• Block of Netherite: The newest addition to the game, Block of Netherite, has a blast resistance of 10 and is also out of bounds for Endermen.

Entities with Special Properties

In addition to the blocks mentioned above, entities with special properties are also safe from Enderman’s pick-up attempts. These include:

• Dragon Eggs: Endermen cannot pick up Dragon Eggs, even if they are fully hatched.
• Glowstone: Glowstone, with its radiant glow, is another entity that Endermen cannot pick up.
• Honey: While Endermen can pick up other blocks of honey, they cannot pick up completely intact honeycombs.

Other Blocks

While Endermen are quite capable of picking up most blocks, there are a few exceptions:

• Glass: Endermen cannot pick up glass, whether it’s in the form of a pane, a bottle, or even a glass block.
• Glass Panes: Another transparent block that Endermen cannot pick up is the glass pane.
• Half-Slabs: Half-Slabs are another type of block that Endermen cannot pick up.

In conclusion, while Endermen are incredibly powerful mobs, they are not invincible and there are certain blocks and entities that they cannot pick up. By understanding these limitations, you can plan your Minecraft world and build structures that Endermen cannot destroy.

Key Takeaways

• Endermen cannot pick up entities, such as boats, minecarts, and other mobs.
• Endermen cannot pick up blocks with high blast resistance, such as obsidian, endstone, and block of netherite.
• Entities with special properties, such as Dragon Eggs and Glowstone, are also off-limits.
• Other blocks that Endermen cannot pick up include glass, glass panes, and half-slabs.