Uncovering the Secrets of the Illagers: Minecraft’s Mysterious Misfits
Ever wondered why the Illagers are so peculiar? From their odd gray hue to their love of chaos, these strange Minecraft characters have piqued curiosity among players for years. Do they avoid the sun, or are they perpetually unwell? Could they actually be worshiping a giant chicken? And what’s with their legendary feud with regular villagers?
To dig deeper, we joined Laura de Llorens, Jens “Jeb” Bergensten, Samuel Åberg, and Kevin Grace in an exclusive conversation to uncover the hidden lore of the Illagers. Here’s what we found out about their origins, strange behaviors, and, of course, that infamous “Johnny” behavior.
The Peculiar Ways of Illagers
Illagers are known for their distinct appearance and unusual tendencies. Theories abound about their gray complexion—is it a sign of illness, or just a lack of sunlight? Moreover, legends tell of the Illagers worshipping a massive chicken, though Mojang’s developers remain tight-lipped on whether this avian figure actually exists in the game’s lore.
The Illagers’ behavior grows stranger with each discovery, from the tales of their eviction from the Woodland Mansions to their fixation with turning blue sheep red during raids. And as any seasoned player knows, naming a Vindicator “Johnny” makes it particularly vicious, attacking anything in sight. Where did this strange quirk come from? It turns out it’s a playful Easter egg—a nod to the character Johnny from The Shining.
How to Summon an Illusioner in Minecraft
For those brave enough to bring an Illusioner into their world, here’s how to do it:
- Turn on the cheats option before entering your world.
- Open the chat window.
- Type the command: /summon illusioner
- After entering the cheat, the Illusioner will spawn in your world, ready to demonstrate its illusionary magic.
Take a look at the full interview with the developers and uncover more about the Illagers’ story.
Whether it’s about chickens, Johnny’s rampage, or Illagers’ origins, there’s no shortage of mysteries to explore!