Wither Skeleton
Health Points: 10 hearts
Attack Strength: 2.5 - 6.5 hearts of damage Attack Method: Will hit you with your sword, at which point you will be inflicted with wither for 10 seconds. You'll know this has happend as your health bar will turn black and you'lol be damaged over time due to its potion-like effect. Spawns: Near the Nether fortresses, in light levels of 7 or less. Vulnerable to: Diamond swords with the sharpness , smite or looting enchantment. Useful Drops: Stone sword (rarely). Wither skeleton skulls (rarely) |
DO:
Try to get yourself into a 2 block high space, as the wither skeleton won't be able to follow you. This way, you can attack then move backwards to avoid retaliation. |
DON'T:
Get too close. Wither skeletons rely on you being within range of their swords to attack you. |