1.19 End Update

1.19 is a major update to Java Edition that overhauls the End, released in July, 2022. This update was announced at Minecon 2021. The update does not include the announced features for the Swamp biome.

Blocks
Abyssal Block


 * A block that is used for decoration
 * It looks like an animated version of Black Concrete
 * Crafted with 8 Popped Bubbles surrounding 1 Black Concrete

Acid


 * A liquid that spawns in Pulphuric Plains as a large lake
 * Any entity that stands in it will take 2 damage every second

Alex Head


 * A creative only Mob head that looks like Alex.

Balloon Bug Nest


 * Can hold up to 5 Balloon Bugs
 * Look like purple vines growing upwards with a cream coloured block on top
 * The Balloon Bug Nest is the only block in the game that is 3 blocks tall

Block of Sugilite


 * Can be crafted with 9 Sugilite Chunks
 * Can be used to power beacons.
 * Inventory item floats on lava and Acid.
 * Cannot burn in lava, Acid, or fire.
 * Powerful enough to survive a wither explosion