WeaponsVery Hard to Find
Where to Find Netherite Sword in Minecraft
The most powerful melee weapon in the game. Fireproof and deals 8 base attack damage.
Primary Location
Nether (all biomes)
Y-Level
Ancient Debris: Y 8-22 in the Nether, peaks at Y 15
Difficulty
Very Hard (5/5)
Version Added
1.16
Stack Size
1
Durability
2031
Where to Look
Biomes & Dimensions
- Nether (all biomes)
Y-Level Range
Ancient Debris: Y 8-22 in the Nether, peaks at Y 15
How to Get Netherite Sword
- 1Upgrade a Diamond Sword at a Smithing Table using a Netherite Upgrade Template and Netherite Ingot
- 2Ancient Debris found by mining in the Nether at Y 15
Tips for Finding Netherite Sword
- Same process as all netherite upgrades: find Ancient Debris, smelt to Netherite Scrap, combine 4 scrap + 4 gold ingots
- Bed explosions at Y 15 in the Nether are the fastest mining method
- The Netherite Sword is fireproof and floats in lava
- Bastion Remnant treasure chests sometimes contain Netherite Scrap directly
Version History
- Netherite Upgrade Template required since 1.20
Additional Notes
Deals 8 attack damage. Does not burn in lava or fire. Upgraded from Diamond Sword.