Description
The end rod is a thin decorative light source that gives off a steady soft glow ideal for lighting pathways rooms and aesthetic builds. It looks like a small white rod with a glowing tip and it can be placed on block faces or on the ground to cast light. Many builders use end rods to create modern lamp posts sleek indoor lighting and to highlight important structures because the light they emit is clean and pleasant without being overwhelming. End rods are also useful in the End dimension because they match the other end themed blocks visually. They are easy to place and configure and they do not require a redstone signal to shine which makes them simple and reliable. In addition to lighting they are often used as thin decorative elements that can serve as railings posts or trim when placed carefully. Their small profile allows for subtle accents and they pair well with glass purpur and smooth stone style materials to create elegant designs. The end rod is a practical lighting solution and an attractive building component that blends function with a minimalistic aesthetic for both survival and creative builds.
What is End Rod?
The end rod is a decorative lighting block that emits a soft light and can be placed on various faces. It is used for illumination and for small scale decorative details. Unlike torches it looks more modern and can be included as a trim element in many builds.
Where to find End Rod
End rods appear naturally in the End dimension inside end cities and scattered structures. You will often see them placed in the architecture of end cities and along tall pillars where they fit the open stark aesthetic of the End. They are also available in creative mode for general building use.
How to get End Rod
Craft an end rod using a blaze rod and a popped chorus fruit following the standard recipe or collect them from generated end city structures where they spawn. In creative mode they are available directly from the building palette. Breaking an end rod will drop itself for easy relocation.
Release Information
First introduced: Added with End city features and modern lighting updates
Give Command
give @p minecraft:end_rod 64
How to use End Rod
Use end rods for lighting modern interiors and for accenting builds with thin bright lines. They are effective in hallways stairwells and as light posts. Combine them with glass and smooth blocks to create clean modern scenes and use multiple rods as a decorative cluster for stronger effects. End rods do not require wiring or fuel so they are convenient and reliable.
Recipes for End Rod
Shaped Crafting Items must be placed in a specific pattern in a crafting table
Blaze Rod
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Popped Chorus Fruit
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End Rod
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