Enderman in Minecraft are tall, mysterious creatures you can find in all three dimensions of the game. At first, they don’t care about players and just ignore them. But if you hurt them or look into their eyes, they get mad and attack.
Endermen can do something really cool – they can teleport, which means they can instantly disappear and reappear somewhere else. This helps them escape from things like water, sunlight, and even attacks.
One interesting thing about Endermen is that they sometimes pick up blocks they find, which makes them unique in the game and adds a bit of surprise to their behavior. They can pick apart random blocks from your builds if you are unaware about what blocks an Enderman can pick in Minecraft. In this article, we have listed all blocks Enderman are known to pick up in Minecraft.
All Minecraft blocks Enderman can pick up
In Minecraft, the ability to pick up and place blocks is quite rare. While there are simple mobs like zombies that can hold blocks thrown at them, the power to actually put down blocks is only possessed by players and Enderman. Enderman are interesting because they can both pick up and place blocks, leading some fans to speculate that they might be the ancient builders of Minecraft’s structures. But that’s a discussion for another time!
Let’s check out all blocks Enderman can pick in Minecraft:
- Cactus
- Clay
- Coarse Dirt
- Rooted Dirt
- Dirt
- All Short Flowers
- Crimson Fungi
- Warped Fungi
- Crimson Roots
- Warped Roots
- Grass Block
- Gravel
- Melon
- Moss Block
- Mud
- Muddy Mangrove Roots
- Red Mushroom
- Brown Mushroom
- Mycelium
- Crimson Nylium
- Warped Nylium
- Podzol
- Pumpkins
- Carved Pumpkins
- Red Sand
- Sand
- TNT
If your Minecraft builds or farms include any of the above items, then you need to be careful about random Endermen showing up and stealing blocks away. While we are discussing Enderman’s block-picking habits, let’s talk about some interesting things it can do by placing blocks:
- Endermen are capable of building snow golems and iron golems by placing a carved pumpkin.
- Endermen can pick up TNT blocks and place them near fire or Redstone-powered blocks to trigger an explosion.
- You can obtain Silk Touched blocks from Endermen if they pick them up, for example, Grass or Stone blocks.
Common Minecraft Enderman FAQs related to Block Picking and Moving Ability:
Can Endermen Pick Moss Blocks?
Yes, Endermen can pick up moss blocks in Minecraft. However, they cannot pick moss carpets, just like any other carpet blocks. If you want a mossy texture on your floor, we suggest using moss carpets instead of blocks to stay safe from Endermen’s unwarranted invasion.
Can Endermen Pick Up Weapons, Tools, or Armor?
Endermen can’t pick up weapons, tools, or armor in Minecraft. While some other mobs can use gear that players drop, Endermen don’t do that. They can only interact with certain blocks, not items. So, don’t worry about an Enderman chasing you with a powerful sword and armor – unless you’re having a nightmare!
Can Endermen Steal Shulker Boxes?
No, Endermen cannot steal shulker boxes in Minecraft. As shulker boxes are quite valuable, we suggest keeping them safe in your inventory.
Can Endermen Pick Up the Dragon Egg?
No, Endermen cannot pick up the dragon egg in Minecraft. The dragon egg is one of the rarest items in Minecraft and is rewarded for defeating the Ender Dragon for the first time. However, it spawns in the End dimension, so you might be concerned about an Enderman stealing your rare loot, but there’s no need to worry. You can pick up the dragon egg whenever you want.
How to Get a Block Picked Up by an Enderman?
The only way to obtain a block from an Enderman is by engaging it in a fight. During the fight, the Enderman may either place the block on the ground or drop it after dying. You can easily use the Enderman’s height to your advantage and safely kill it by hiding in a narrow hole in the wall.