Minecraft players, rejoice! A brand-new Zombie Horse Cape is up for grabs as part of the Mounts of Mayhem game drop promotion. This eerie, undead-themed cape—designed to resemble the rotting pelt of a zombie horse with exposed bones—is completely free and available for both Bedrock Edition and Java Edition players (via Microsoft account syncing).

The cape is earned through the Spear Mayhem Challenge, a limited-time event running from December 12, 2025, at 8:00 AM PT to December 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM PT. With today being December 13, you've still got time—act fast! Here's your complete guide to claiming it.

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Requirements

  • Minecraft: Bedrock Edition updated to the latest version (1.21.130 or newer, including the Mounts of Mayhem drop).
  • A Microsoft account (sign in to sync rewards across editions).
  • Internet connection (required for tracking and delivery).
  • Play in Survival mode.
Note: Only one cape per Microsoft account per edition (max two total). Rewards are limited-supply and non-transferable. Delivery takes up to 30 days after the event ends—no in-game confirmation upon completion.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Update and Launch Minecraft Bedrock

  • Open your Minecraft launcher (Windows, mobile, console, etc.).
  • Check for updates and install the Mounts of Mayhem drop if available.
  • Sign in with your Microsoft account.

Step 2: Start a Survival World

  • Create a new world in Survival mode (single-player or multiplayer—your choice) or load an existing one.
  • Ensure cheats are off for authenticity, but it won't affect eligibility.

Step 3: Craft a Spear

The spear is the star of this challenge—a new tiered melee weapon perfect for mounted or on-foot combat. Start with a basic Wooden Spear for simplicity.

Crafting Recipe (3x3 Crafting Table):

[ Empty ] [ Empty ] [ Material (e.g., Planks) ]
[ Empty ] [ Stick ] [ Empty ]
[ Stick ] [ Empty ] [ Empty ]
  • Material options: Planks (wood), Cobblestone/Stone, Copper Ingot, Iron Ingot, Gold Ingot, Diamond.
  • Punch a tree for logs → Craft into planks → Craft sticks (2 planks = 4 sticks).
  • Quick craft: 4 Planks + 2 Sticks = 1 Wooden Spear.

Equip it in your hotbar!

Step 4: Defeat 5 Mobs with the Spear

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  • Head outside at night or to a dark area (caves work too) to spawn mobs like zombies, skeletons, spiders, or creepers.
  • Kill exactly 5 mobs using ONLY the spear—any kills count toward the total (jab or charge attacks).

Spear Controls & Tips:

Attack TypeHow to UseBest For
JabTap/click the use button (right-click on PC). Quick, cooldown-based poke.Single targets, finishing blows.
ChargeHold the use button to charge (lowers spear). Release to lunge! Damage scales with your speed.Multi-hits! Great for groups—hits through grass/cobwebs. Sprint for max power.
  • Easy Setup:
    1. Build a quick dark room (dig 3x3x3 hole, cover top).
    2. Wait for mobs to spawn.
    3. Sprint-charge through them for multi-kills (bonus: unlocks "Mob Kabob" advancement!).
    4. Or lure zombies from zombie horsemen (new Mounts of Mayhem feature).
  • Pro Tip: Enchant with Lunge for speed bursts or Smite for undead bonus. But basic works fine!

Once you've got 5 kills, you're done—no popup, just trust the system.

Step 5: Wait for Your Reward

  • Cape auto-applies to your account ~30 days post-event (around mid-January 2026).
  • View it in Character Creator (Bedrock) or Java cape menu.
  • Redeemable until December 14, 2027.

Bonus: Zombie Horse Onesie (Community Challenge)

Help spawn 75 million zombie horses in Creative mode (Bedrock). Everyone gets a matching onesie skin if successful! Use spawn eggs—join servers for mass-spawning.