You've finally done it. You spent hours trekking through the End, dodged a dozen fireballs, and watched the credits roll just to snag that elusive purple-and-black trophy. But now, that Ender Dragon egg is just sitting on a pedestal in your base, looking pretty but doing absolutely nothing.
It’s frustrating.
In the base game, that egg is basically a glorified paperweight. But with the Dragon Mounts Legacy mod, it’s the key to a personal air force. Getting it to hatch, though? That’s where most players trip up. It’s not just about waiting. It’s about the environment, the clicking, and a whole lot of patience that most of us don't have.
How to Hatch Eggs in Dragon Mounts Legacy Without Losing Your Mind
First thing's first: you can't just drop the egg and walk away. Honestly, I've seen so many players complain that their egg "disappeared" or "won't hatch" because they didn't realize they had to actually interact with it.
The First Click is Everything
Once you place the egg on the ground, you have to right-click it. You’ll know it worked because you’ll see particles start to swirl around it. If you don't see those sparkles, the timer hasn't started. It’s basically like turning on an oven; if the light isn't on, nothing is cooking.
How Long Does it Actually Take?
Forget what the old wikis say about 600 seconds. In the Legacy version, hatching usually takes between 17 to 42 minutes of real-world time. Yeah, that's a long time to sit around.
The biggest "gotcha" here? The chunk must stay loaded. If you go off on a mining trip 2,000 blocks away, the egg stops aging. It freezes. You basically have to hang out in the area, maybe do some farming or sorting your chests, until you hear that distinct cracking sound.
Choosing Your Breed: The Environment Matters
The coolest part of Dragon Mounts Legacy is that the Ender Dragon egg is like a blank slate. Depending on where you put it and what you surround it with, it transforms into an entirely different species.
If you just plop it down on some grass, you're probably getting an Aether Dragon (if you're high up) or a standard Ender Dragon. But if you want something specific, you have to "prep the nest."
- Fire Dragons: Place the egg near lava or smack-dab in the middle of a 3x3 of fire. The Nether is the easiest place for this, but a controlled pit in the Overworld works too.
- Ice Dragons: You need snow or ice blocks within a two-block radius. I usually just find a cold biome and bury it in a snowbank.
- Water Dragons: These guys need to be submerged. Put the egg underwater, specifically below Y=65.
- Ghost Dragons: This is for the edgy players. Put the egg in total darkness, usually deep underground (below Y=-65) where the sun can't reach it.
- Aether Dragons: Go high. Like, really high. Usually above Y=170. If you’re playing a modpack like Better Minecraft, the Aether dimension itself is the perfect spot.
- Forest Dragons: Surround the egg with oak logs or leaves. It’s basically like making a literal bird's nest.
Taming and Growing Your New Best Friend
Once the egg finally pops, you aren't ready to fly yet. You’ll have a tiny, adorable hatchling that probably looks more like a weird lizard than a terrifying beast.
The Diet of Champions
To tame it, you need Raw Fish. Not cooked. Raw.
Specifically, Raw Cod or Raw Salmon. You’re going to need a lot—sometimes a full stack or two depending on your luck. Right-click the baby dragon with the fish until hearts appear over its head.
The Waiting Game (Again)
Dragons in this mod don't just "snap" into adulthood. They grow gradually. You can speed this up by feeding them more fish, but honestly, it’s kinda fun to watch them get bigger over a few in-game days. Once they reach the Adult stage, you can finally put a Saddle on them.
Pro-Tip: In many versions of this mod, once the saddle is on, it's on for good. Choose your dragon wisely because you might not get that leather back.
Troubleshooting: Why Won't My Egg Hatch?
If you’ve been sitting there for an hour and nothing is happening, check these three things. Seriously, it's almost always one of these:
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- Did you right-click it? Look for the particles. No particles, no baby.
- Is the chunk loaded? Stay near the egg. Don't go through a portal.
- Config Settings: If you're on a server, the admin might have "adaptation" turned off. This means the egg won't change types regardless of the blocks around it. You can check this in the mod config menu under "common" settings.
Taking to the Skies
Once your dragon is grown and saddled, the controls are pretty intuitive—usually following your crosshair or using the standard Space/Left-Shift to ascend and descend.
If your dragon gets hurt during a fight with a stray Ghast, just feed it some Raw Meat. It’ll heal right up. These beasts are surprisingly hardy, but they aren't invincible.
Now that you know the ritual, go grab some fish and start your incubation. Your first flight is only about 30 minutes of "standing around" away.
To get the most out of your new mount, try crafting some Dragon Armor if you have a compatibility mod installed, or better yet, build a proper stable with a 5x5 opening so your dragon doesn't get suffocated in a wall when it grows up.