Nether Star

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A nether star is an item received when a Wither dies.

Uses[edit | edit source]

  • It can be used as decoration. If placed within an item frame, it can act as a trophy to display to other players.
  • It is an ingredient required for making beacons, and this is generally the reason why they are obtained.

Crafting[edit | edit source]

Beacon
Glass Glass Glass
Glass Nether Star Glass
Obsidian Obsidian Obsidian


Trivia[edit | edit source]

  • Nether stars are immune to any type of explosions.
  • Nether stars glow like an enchanted item.
  • The nether star, the lodestone compass, the End Crystal, the Book and Quill, and the Enchanted Golden Apple are the only non-potion and non-enchanted items to have an enchanted gleam.
  • The nether star is one of only two items that appear when a Minecraft boss is killed, the other being the Dragon Egg.
  • Nether stars are not affected by the looting enchantment.

Gallery[edit | edit source]

File:NetherStarNew.gif
Click for full Nether Star gallery.