Where to Find Drowned with Tridents in Minecraft: Your Ultimate Guide

13 Jun 2024

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So you've braved the depths, mined diamonds 'til you dropped, and even built yourself a swanky underwater base. But something's missing, isn't it? That's right, you need a weapon that says "I laugh in the face of ocean monuments." You need a trident. And not just any trident, you want one wrestled from the cold, dead...er, well, undead hands of a Drowned.

Finding a Drowned with a trident in Minecraft isn't exactly a walk on the beach (or should we say, swim in the ocean?). It's more like trying to find a needle in a haystack, except the haystack is constantly trying to stab you with a pitchfork. But fear not, intrepid adventurer! This is exactly why we're here, to guide you through the treacherous waters of trident-wielding Drowned and emerge victorious (and hopefully, a little less soggy).

First things first, let's talk about these soggy foes. Drowned, those unfortunate souls who met an untimely end in the depths, are the only mob in Minecraft that can actually spawn holding a trident. Not all of them do, mind you. Think of it like this, only the coolest, most hardcore Drowned get their hands (or whatever they have instead of hands) on a trident. We're talking about the elite, the top 1% of the Drowned population.

Now, where do these aquatic badasses hang out? Well, like any self-respecting, trident-wielding mob, they prefer the watery depths. Oceans, rivers, even swamps if they're feeling adventurous. But here's the thing: they have a particular fondness for ocean ruins and, more importantly, ocean monuments. These structures are like the Drowned equivalent of a five-star resort. Which makes sense, considering they're filled with gold and other goodies. Plus, there are Guardians to act as bouncers.

So, you've found yourself a nice ocean monument (after braving the aforementioned Guardians, of course). Now what? Well, now comes the fun part: actually finding a Drowned with a trident. And this is where things get a bit tricky. Remember how we said only a small percentage of Drowned actually spawn with tridents? Yeah, well, the exact percentage is around 15%. That means for every 100 Drowned you encounter, only about 15 will be rocking that sweet, sweet trident.

But don't despair! There are ways to increase your chances. Firstly, remember that Drowned have a higher spawn rate at night and in darker areas. So, exploring ocean monuments at night or using night vision potions can give you an edge. Secondly, the "Looting" enchantment can be your best friend here. The higher the level of Looting on your sword, the greater the chance of a Drowned dropping its trident.

Finding a Drowned with a trident in Minecraft might feel like searching for a mermaid in a kiddie pool at times. It takes patience, persistence, and perhaps a little bit of luck. But hey, that's part of the fun, right? And trust us, when you finally land that trident throw, pinning an unsuspecting creeper to a wall from 50 blocks away, it'll all be worth it. Just remember to thank that Drowned, wherever its soggy soul may be.