Endermen. Those tall, spooky guys from Minecraft. You know the ones—silent, slender, with those glowing purple eyes that stare at you like they’re judging your entire existence. Yeah. Those. For years, I’ve had a love-hate relationship with them. I’ve read all the tips and tricks online, watched way too many YouTube tutorials, and come up with a “foolproof” plan to outsmart them. But spoiler alert: my plan was not foolproof, and it ended in nothing but a lot of screaming.
Anyway, here’s the kicker: I thought I could do it. I was going to trap an Enderman, outsmart it, and maybe even walk away feeling like a Minecraft genius. Instead, I walked away feeling like a total idiot. So, let’s dive into the whole mess and what I learned (spoiler: I learned a lot about my limits).
The Enderman: The Spooky Mystery We All Love To Hate
Let’s talk about Endermen for a second. These aren’t your run-of-the-mill Minecraft mobs. No, no. Endermen are tall—like, “I need to look up just to make eye contact” tall. They have this eerie silence about them, and you’ll catch them standing still, staring at you with those unnerving purple eyes. The second you make eye contact? Game over. They’ll come after you like it’s their job. And they’re fast. Way faster than you’d think for such lanky creatures.
My first encounter with an Enderman happened way too early in my Minecraft career. I was wandering through the night like a clueless newbie, thinking, “What’s the worst that could happen?” Aaaaand then I looked into the Enderman’s eyes. Mistake number one. The blink—and there it was, charging at me like it had a personal vendetta. Needless to say, I did not survive that encounter.
So after that mess, I decided I needed a plan. Something better than just running around in circles until I hit a tree or a cliff (which, let’s be honest, was pretty much my go-to tactic).
The Epic Plan To Outsmart The Enderman
I wasn’t gonna be that player. You know, the one who spends hours running away from a mob instead of facing it head-on? Nah. I was going to outsmart this thing.
Here’s the plan I came up with, straight from my brain:
- No eye contact. Simple, right? Look away, avoid eye contact, and I’ll be fine. Easy peasy.
- Shield time. I read somewhere that shields block attacks. So, I’d just block all its hits and hit back when I could. It was gonna be easy.
- Trap the Enderman. Endermen teleport. I didn’t want that, so I figured I’d build a small enclosure where it couldn’t escape. Definitely gonna be foolproof.
Yeah, foolproof. Let’s just see how this goes.
The Encounter That Made Me Regret Everything
Alright, so I’m walking through the world—Enderman spotted in the distance. Calm. Collected. I’m thinking to myself, “I’ve got this.” I stay cool, keep my distance, and start building my trap. I was a Minecraft architect, folks. I had a plan.
Then… it happened.
The Enderman started moving towards me, and I was all, “This is it! My time to shine!” I keep my eyes on the ground, not making eye contact, and just as I’m about to finish my trap, the Enderman teleports. It vanished—just like that. Poof. Gone.
I stood there, staring at the empty space where it had been, thinking, “No. No way. This isn’t real.”
But no. It was real. I was stuck. My trap didn’t work. It was like building a fence to keep the wind out. Not even a little bit effective.
And that’s when I realized that Endermen are way sneakier than I gave them credit for. They don’t just stand there waiting for you to attack them. Nah, these guys are masters of surprise.
My Big, Big Mistake (And Why It Was Hilarious… In Retrospect)
So there I am, frustrated beyond belief. Where did it go? I thought maybe it was hiding behind the trees or somewhere nearby. I was ready to pounce, but as I turned around to look behind me…
There it was.
Right there.
Literally, right behind me. The Enderman had teleported behind me and was staring at me like I’d just insulted its entire family.
And here’s the worst part: I panicked. Like, full-on panic mode. I couldn’t block its attack with my shield. I couldn’t get away. My brain was so frazzled that the only thing I could do was scream.
Yes, scream. Full, terrified scream. My first-ever scream in Minecraft. I thought I was gonna die—again. And I did.
What did I learn from this, besides the fact that I need to stay calm under pressure? Nothing. I was too busy yelling to think straight. But hey, at least my neighbors probably enjoyed the show.
The Aftermath: So, How Do You Actually Deal With Endermen?
Fast forward past three failed attempts to kill the Enderman, and I eventually decided to Google how to deal with these things. Yeah, it turns out my original plan was a mess, but hey, at least I learned some tricks for next time. If you’re a Minecraft player who doesn’t want to scream in terror like I did, here are a few ways to survive:
1. Keep Your Distance—Always
Endermen are like that person who hovers at a party but won’t actually engage. They only attack when you look at them, so avoid eye contact at all costs. Keep a safe distance, and you’ll be fine.
2. Use Water. Seriously.
Endermen hate water. Hate it. So, if you want to fight one without risking total annihilation, create a safe zone with water. Endermen will avoid it, and you can take your time to defeat them.
3. Long-Range Combat—Use A Bow
Get a bow and start firing arrows. There’s no need to get up close and personal with an Enderman. You can deal with them from a distance—no screams necessary.
4. The Power Of Light
Endermen spawn in low-light conditions. If you’re sick of them showing up at night, light up the place. It’s like installing a security system that actually works.
5. Don’T Overthink It
Sometimes, the best move is to just stay away. If you’re not prepared to fight, there’s no shame in avoiding an Enderman. They might not always be hostile, but you can’t trust them.
Fast Forward To The Next Day…
So, I’m a little wiser, but let’s be real here. My first plan was a disaster. It was like watching my first herb garden die faster than my 2020 sourdough starter—RIP, Gary. But after a few more tries, I finally figured out how to survive an encounter with an Enderman without having a mini breakdown.
Would I do it again? Probably. But this time, I’ll be ready. I’ll be cool. I’ll be calm.
And I’ll have a bow ready.
