Netherite Sword
The most powerful melee weapon in the game. Fireproof and deals 8 base attack damage.
Stack Size
Stack Size1
Durability
Durability2031
Category
CategoryWeapons
Version Added
Version Added1.16
Item ID
Item IDnetherite_sword
Overview
Netherite Sword is a weapon in the Weapons category of Minecraft, obtained through smithing Table (Diamond Sword + Netherite Upgrade + Netherite Ingot). It cannot be stacked, so each Netherite Sword occupies a full inventory slot on its own the way tools and other damageable items do. With a base durability of 2031 uses, it can be repaired and enchanted to extend its working life before it breaks. This item was added to the game in version 1.16.
In this database, Netherite Sword sits alongside 11 other Weapons entries, each with its own page. Its 2031-point durability sets how many actions it survives before breaking, and pairing it with Unbreaking multiplies that effective lifespan while Mending repairs it from collected experience. Netherite gear is the top tier in the game: it is fireproof, floats in lava without burning, and offers the highest durability and combat or mining performance of any material. When enchanted, it can carry 10 different enchantments, including Sharpness, Smite, Bane of Arthropods, and Knockback, which together can dramatically change how it performs.
How to Obtain
- Smithing Table (Diamond Sword + Netherite Upgrade + Netherite Ingot)
Applicable Enchantments
Click an enchantment to view details on the Enchantments database.
Notes
Deals 8 attack damage. Does not burn in lava or fire. Upgraded from Diamond Sword.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get Netherite Sword in Minecraft?
Netherite Sword is obtained through smithing Table (Diamond Sword + Netherite Upgrade + Netherite Ingot). It does not have a player crafting recipe.
What is Netherite Sword used for?
Netherite Sword is used in combat. The most powerful melee weapon in the game. Fireproof and deals 8 base attack damage.
How many Netherite Sword can you stack?
Netherite Sword does not stack; each one takes up its own inventory slot, which is typical for damageable items like this.
Can Netherite Sword be enchanted?
Yes. Netherite Sword can be enchanted with Sharpness, Smite, Bane of Arthropods, Knockback, Fire Aspect, Looting, Sweeping Edge, Unbreaking, Mending, and Curse of Vanishing. Apply these at an enchanting table, with enchanted books on an anvil, or through villager trades.
How much durability does Netherite Sword have?
Netherite Sword has 2031 points of durability, meaning it can be used about 2031 times before breaking. Unbreaking and Mending can greatly extend or even sustain this durability.
When was Netherite Sword added to Minecraft?
Netherite Sword was added in version 1.16 and remains part of the Weapons category in the current 1.21 release.