How to Find a Stronghold in Minecraft and What’s Hidden Inside

Fortresses in Minecraft, known as strongholds, are shrouded in mystery and teeming with secrets and dangers. These underground structures are a crucial part of the game, offering players thrilling adventures and the chance to acquire valuable resources and upgrades.

If you're as eager as we are to delve into the shadowy corridors of Minecraft strongholds and aren't daunted by the monsters that lurk within, this guide is tailored 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?

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A stronghold is an ancient underground catacomb that holds remnants from times long past. As you navigate its labyrinthine corridors, you'll encounter various points of interest such as prison cells, libraries, and more. The stronghold is also home to the portal to The End, where the final boss, the Ender Dragon, awaits.

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To activate the portal, you'll need the Eye of Ender, which we'll discuss in more detail in the next section. Keep in mind that finding a stronghold manually is nearly impossible, even with extensive digging. The game provides a specific method for locating them, though there are alternative, less conventional ways to find these structures.

How to Find a Stronghold in Minecraft

Eye of Ender

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The Eye of Ender is the intended and official method for locating strongholds. To craft it, you'll need:

• Blaze Powder (obtained from Blaze Rods dropped by Blazes)
• Ender Pearl (primarily obtained by defeating Endermen, but can also be bought from priest villagers for emeralds or found in stronghold chests)

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Once crafted, hold the Eye of Ender and activate it. It will soar into the air for 3 seconds, pointing toward the nearest stronghold. Be cautious, as the Eye of Ender is consumable and may either return to you or vanish. Use it wisely!

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You'll need the Eye of Ender to activate the portal to The End, so gather ample resources before embarking on your quest. In survival mode, you might need around 30 of these items.

The Locate Command

There's also a less conventional method to find strongholds: using cheat commands. Enable cheats in your game settings and enter the following command if your game version is 1.20 or higher:

**/locate structure stronghold**

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Once you receive the coordinates, use the command:

**/tp **

to teleport to that location. Note that the coordinates provided are approximate, so you may need to search further for the stronghold.

Stronghold Rooms

Library

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The library, a common feature within strongholds, is constructed from stone blocks, bricks, and bookshelves. These spacious rooms, often adorned with cobwebs, exude an air of mystery. Libraries are typically hidden deep within the stronghold, and multiple libraries may be found during your exploration.

Chests near the bookshelves offer rewards such as enchanted books and other useful items. With luck, you might discover rare items that will aid in your adventures.

Prison

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The prison section of the stronghold resembles a labyrinthine maze, complete with narrow corridors and dimly lit cells. The atmosphere is grim, with skeletons, zombies, and creepers lurking in the shadows. While exploring, be vigilant; danger may lurk around every corner, not from the prisoners, but from the hostile mobs.

Fountain

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The fountain room is unmistakable, its central feature lending a magical ambiance. Light filtering through stone cracks dances on the water's surface, hinting at the stronghold's ancient magic. This room might have once been used for rituals or as a sanctuary for the stronghold's inhabitants.

Secret Rooms

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Hidden within the stronghold's walls are secret rooms that often hold chests with valuable resources, enchanted books, and rare equipment. Be cautious of traps, such as hidden arrow mechanisms, and manage your health carefully as you navigate these chambers.

Altar

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The altar room, initially unrecognizable, has an eerie atmosphere with its stone-brick walls marked by time. The central stone might seem like a grim prison, but upon closer inspection, it reveals itself as an altar left by ancient inhabitants.

Stronghold Mobs

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Strongholds are guarded by relatively manageable enemies such as skeletons, creepers, and Silverfish, which even players in basic iron armor can handle. Despite the presence of these weaker foes, the stronghold also houses more formidable opponents.

Rewards

Rewards found within strongholds are randomly generated, meaning your luck can vary widely. Some of the valuable items you might discover include:

• Enchanted book
• Iron chestplate
• Iron sword
• Iron horse armor
• Gold horse armor
• Diamond horse armor

Portal to the Ender Dragon

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Every game has its beginning and end, and Minecraft is no different. In survival mode, once you've gathered all your gear and explored the world, the next destination is the stronghold, which contains the portal to the final boss, the Ender Dragon.

Minecraft strongholds are not just pathways to the game's conclusion; they are also hubs of exploration and combat against powerful monsters. It would be a missed opportunity to spend so much time finding these structures without fully exploring them and confronting all their inhabitants.