Do I need mods to summon a Blaze?

No, the /summon command is built into vanilla Minecraft. You only need cheats enabled in your world.

Will the Blaze attack me when summoned?

Yes, summoned Blazes behave like normal Blazes. They'll attack you unless you add the NoAI:1 tag to keep them still.

What versions support the /summon blaze command?

The command works in Java Edition 1.8 all the way through 1.20. The syntax changes slightly in versions 1.8-1.12 vs 1.13+.

Can I customize the summoned Blaze?

Yes, use NBT tags to give it a custom name, set its health, adjust fire duration, and control its AI behavior.

Why does my Blaze keep disappearing?

Make sure cheats are actually enabled. If the command doesn't work, the Blaze won't spawn. Also check that you used the right syntax for your game version.

How to Summon a Blaze in Minecraft

Summoning a Blaze in Minecraft

Need a Blaze without heading to the Nether? You can spawn one instantly using the /summon command. This guide covers every Minecraft Java Edition version and shows you exactly what to type.

Before You Start

You need cheats enabled in your world to use commands. If you haven’t done this yet, create a world with cheats turned on or enable them in an existing world through the pause menu.

The Command Syntax

Minecraft 1.13 and Newer (1.13 – 1.20)

/summon blaze [pos] [nbt]

pos (optional): The coordinates where the Blaze spawns. Use ~ ~ ~ to spawn at your current location.

nbt (optional): Add properties like custom names or behavior tags. Example: {NoAI:1} makes the Blaze stand still.

Minecraft 1.11 and 1.12

/summon blaze [x] [y] [z] [dataTag]

Minecraft 1.8 – 1.10

/summon Blaze [x] [y] [z] [dataTag]

Note: Earlier versions use capital “B” in Blaze.

Quick Examples

Summon a basic Blaze:

/summon blaze

Summon a Blaze at your feet:

/summon blaze ~ ~ ~

Summon a named Blaze (1.13+):

/summon blaze ~ ~ ~ {CustomName:"\"George\""}

Summon a named Blaze (1.11-1.12):

/summon blaze ~ ~ ~ {CustomName:George}

Summon a named Blaze (1.8-1.10):

/summon Blaze ~ ~ ~ {CustomName:Smokey}

How to Use the Command

Step 1: Open Chat

Press T to open the chat window in Java Edition. On other editions, look for the chat icon or press the right button on your D-Pad.

Step 2: Type and Run

Type your command and press Enter. You’ll see “Summoned new Blaze” appear in the chat. The Blaze should spawn near you, though you might need to turn around to see it.

Common NBT Tags for Blazes

You can customize your Blaze further with these tags:

NoAI:1 – Blaze won’t move or attack
Fire:120 – Sets how long the Blaze stays on fire (in ticks)
Health:5.0 – Sets the Blaze’s health

Just add these inside the curly brackets with your other tags.