Description

The dragon head is a decorative head shaped block that looks like the head of a dragon. It was added as a fun and dramatic decoration that players can use to give a fierce look to buildings ships and statues. The face has strong textured details and it can be placed on a block face or mounted on the front of a ship to create a dramatic ornament. One of the interesting features is that when it is powered with red stone it opens its mouth and produces a short breath like animation which makes it lively as part of a larger display. Because the block is decorative it is often found on ships and in player made lairs and museums where builders want a showy piece to catch the eye. The head is a good piece for photo friendly builds and for custom maps where the creator wants to create a sense of drama or a boss like presence. Collecting a dragon head can require a specific setup so many players treat it as a prize rather than a common item. In addition to being a simple decoration the head can add movement and sound when used with a red stone trigger which makes it more dynamic than many other decorative blocks. Overall the dragon head is an eye catching block that adds charm show and a little bit of spectacle to creative works.

What is Dragon Head?

The dragon head is a decorative block shaped like a dragon face. It is used to add drama to builds and can be mounted as a showy ornament. When powered with red stone it animates briefly and plays a short effect which makes it feel alive. It is not used in crafting but is prized for its visual impact and its rarity on survival worlds.

Where to find Dragon Head

You can find dragon heads in certain generated structures and on some ship like structures called end ships found in the End dimension near the outer islands. They often appear as part of the ship decoration and can be taken by players if the ship is accessed. Because they appear in these special locations and not in common terrain they are rarer than many other decorative items and players often seek them for trophy rooms and displays.

How to get Dragon Head

The usual way to get a dragon head is to find an end ship in the outer islands of the End dimension and collect the head from the ship. Accessing an end ship may require bridging between islands and handling ender dragon related threats such as shulkers. Once you reach the ship the head is typically mounted on the prow and can be harvested. In some game versions and servers the head may also be a rare drop or given as a prize but the reliable method in standard worlds is to locate an end ship and take the head from there.

Release Information

First introduced: Added with End content and has been part of the End related features for many versions

Give Command

give @p minecraft:dragon_head 1
Copy this command to get Dragon Head in your Minecraft world

How to use Dragon Head

Use the dragon head for dramatic decoration. Place it on walls towers and ships to give a strong fantasy look. Power it with red stone to trigger its opening mouth animation for short performances and to add a theatrical touch to builds. Many players place it on pedestals or above entrances to create a striking welcome or warning sign. It pairs well with dark stone and richly textured materials for a cohesive fantasy style. Because it gives an animated effect when powered the head works well in combination with red stone circuits designed to create shows and timed reveals.

Recipes for Dragon Head

This item cannot be crafted.