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Minecraft Wither Skeleton Skull item

Wither Skeleton Skull

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A stackable drop from Wither Skeletons used to summon the Wither boss; obtainable via /give or natural mob drops.

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The Wither Skeleton Skull is a block-form item dropped when you kill a Wither Skeleton. It is the key component for summoning the Wither boss: arrange three skulls in an upside-down T shape with a soul sand base, then place the final skull to trigger the summoning sequence.

The item stacks to 64, making it practical to farm and store multiple skulls for repeated boss fights or testing. You can obtain it directly with /give @p minecraft:wither_skeleton_skull 1, adjusting the quantity as needed. It is diggable and has a hardness value of 1.0.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the Wither Skeleton Skull data last updated?
The Wither Skeleton Skull entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 29, 2026. We track the live Minecraft build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.
What is the Wither Skeleton Skull used for?
The Wither Skeleton Skull is a block-form item dropped when you kill a Wither Skeleton. It is the key component for summoning the Wither boss: arrange three skulls in an upside-down T shape with a soul sand base, then place the final skull to trigger the summoning sequence.
Which game is the Wither Skeleton Skull from?
The Wither Skeleton Skull is from Minecraft. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to Minecraft and its current live build.
Can I get the Wither Skeleton Skull without spawning it?
Yes. The Wither Skeleton Skull can also be obtained through normal Minecraft progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.
What items are related to the Wither Skeleton Skull?
See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Wither Skeleton Skull, or open Browse Games to explore the full Minecraft database.
What is the Wither Skeleton Skull?
A stackable drop from Wither Skeletons used to summon the Wither boss; obtainable via /give or natural mob drops.
What is the item id of the Wither Skeleton Skull?
The item id of the Wither Skeleton Skull is minecraft:wither_skeleton_skull.
What is the legacy item id of the Wither Skeleton Skull?
The legacy item id of the Wither Skeleton Skull is minecraft:skull.
What is the give command of the Wither Skeleton Skull?
The give command of the Wither Skeleton Skull is /give @p minecraft:wither_skeleton_skull 1.
What is the stackable of the Wither Skeleton Skull?
The stackable of the Wither Skeleton Skull is Yes.
What is the max stack size of the Wither Skeleton Skull?
The max stack size of the Wither Skeleton Skull is 64.
What is the hardness of the Wither Skeleton Skull?
The hardness of the Wither Skeleton Skull is 1.0.
What is the diggable of the Wither Skeleton Skull?
The diggable of the Wither Skeleton Skull is Yes.

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