The recent release of the 25W41A Snapshot for Minecraft Java Edition has introduced a plethora of exciting features, notably from the Mounts of Mayhem game update. Among these enhancements are the introduction of the Nautilus, new weaponry in the form of Spears, and various other intriguing elements that promise to enrich the gaming experience.
This comprehensive overview of the 25W41A Snapshot provides insights into the new features, including a link to the full Patch Notes for those seeking detailed information.
Nautilus
- Nautilus is a new neutral aquatic mob.
- It spawns in all ocean biomes.
- When provoked, it attacks using a Dash attack.
- Occasionally, it will target Pufferfish within its range using the Dash attack.
- It possesses a Dash skill akin to that of Camels, activated by pressing the Jump button.
- On land, it suffers from suffocation damage.
- Mounted players receive the “Breath of the Nautilus” effect.
- Nautilus can be bred and tamed using Pufferfish or a Bucket of Pufferfish.
- A Tamed Nautilus:
- Can be mounted using a Saddle.
- With a Saddle, it has a roaming restriction of 16 blocks.
- Without a Saddle, it roams within 32 blocks.
Zombie Nautilus
- The Zombie Nautilus is a new underwater mob that spawns with a Drowned rider wielding a Trident.
- This mob is only hostile when ridden by a hostile entity.
- Similar in behavior to the Nautilus, the Zombie Nautilus cannot be bred.
Nautilus Armor
- This armor can be equipped on both the Nautilus and Zombie Nautilus.
- Available in Copper, Golden, Iron, Diamond, and Netherite versions.
Spear Weapon
- A new weapon that can be crafted from Wood, Stone, Copper, Iron, Gold, Diamond, and Netherite.
- Each material variant possesses distinct stats affecting timing and usage speed.
- The Spear has a minimum reach for damage; being too close to a target will yield no damage.
- It boasts an extended maximum reach compared to other tools and weapons.
- Features two types of attacks: Jab and Charge.
- Zombies, Husks, Zombified Piglins, and Piglins can spawn wielding the Spear.
Jab Attack
- Executed by quickly pressing the primary action button.
- Delivers low damage with knockback effects.
- Includes a cooldown period between attacks.
- Wooden Spears have the fastest cooldown, while Netherite Spears are the slowest.
- Can hit multiple enemies without destroying blocks.
Charge Attack
- Activated by pressing and holding the secondary action button.
- Damage depends on the Spear material, the player’s view angle, and the velocities of both the player and the target.
- The attack progresses through three stages: Engaged, Tired, and Disengaged, each affecting damage and knockback capabilities.
- Mob usage of the Spear has a reduced range compared to players, but they can still deal damage and knockback at lower speeds.
- Zombies, Husks, and Zombified Piglins can charge with a Spear.
Lunge Enchantment
- This enchantment is exclusive to the Spear.
- It activates during a Jab attack, propelling the player horizontally in the direction of their view.
- Achieving maximum lunge distance requires precise horizontal alignment of the view angle.
- Significantly damages the Spear’s durability.
Advancements
- The “How did we get here?” advancement now includes the Breath of the Nautilus effect.
- The “Best Friends Forever” advancement has been updated to encompass the Nautilus, Zombie Nautilus, and Zombie Horse.
- Other advancements have also been revised to include these new mobs.
Changes
- Zombies, Husks, Piglins, and Zombified Piglins can now wield Spears.
- Piglins regard Golden Spears as a favored item.
- Durability changes in items will no longer cause them to “bob” visibly.
- Various adjustments have been made to debug renderers.
- Graphics modes have been replaced with presets maintaining the same names.
- Cloud movement is now synchronized across all players on a server.
- Netherite Armor points have been enhanced for the Body slot.
- All world blocks now have mipmaps applied, improving visual quality from a distance.
- Most players can expect higher client FPS.
Zombie Horse
- Zombie Horses now spawn naturally in darkness and are susceptible to sunlight.
- They contribute to the hostile mob cap and can spawn alongside other hostile entities.
- While they do not display hostility towards players, their Zombie riders do.
- Tamed Zombie Horses can be equipped with a Saddle and Horse Armor, which protects them from sunlight damage.
- They possess 25 health points and have variable movement speed and jump strength.
- Upon death, they drop Rotten Flesh, with additional drops possible based on Looting levels.
Mob Spawning
- Zombie Horses may spawn in plains and savanna biomes, accompanied by a zombie rider wielding an iron spear.
World Generation
- Various spears have been added to loot chests globally:
- Iron Spears in Buried Treasure chests.
- Copper and Iron Spears in Weaponsmith chests in villages.
- Stone Spears in Ocean Ruin chests.
- Diamond Spears in Bastion Remnant and End City chests.
- Nautilus Armor has a chance to be found in specific chests across various structures.
Status Effects
- The new Breath of the Nautilus effect pauses oxygen consumption for mounted players, although it does not replenish oxygen.
Sounds
- Sound effects for anvil actions have been adjusted to play at a slightly lower volume.
Accessibility
- Keys for accessing debug features are now rebindable, enhancing user customization.
- Additional keys related to GUI and spectator shader effects can also be customized.
Full Patch Notes
For those interested in delving deeper, the complete Patch Notes can be accessed via the official Minecraft website’s 25W41A Patch Notes blog post.
