Bane of Arthropods
- Namespaced ID
- minecraft:bane_of_arthropods
- Numeric ID
- 1
- Max level
- V (5)
- Category
- Weapon
- Rarity
- Uncommon (weight 5)
- Tradeable
- Yes (villager trades)
- Edition
- Java
/enchant command
Applies the enchantment at max level to the held item. Adjust the trailing number for a different level.
Command builder
Pick the target and level to generate a ready-to-paste /enchant command for Bane of Arthropods. It applies to the item the target is holding.
The /enchant command only applies to the item the target is currently holding.
Effect per level
Bonus attack damage (vs. arthropods (spiders, bees, silverfish)) granted by Bane of Arthropods at each level. Values are the exact amounts from the game files.
| Level | Bonus attack damage |
|---|---|
| I | +2.5 ❤ |
| II | +5 ❤ |
| III | +7.5 ❤ |
| IV | +10 ❤ |
| V | +12.5 ❤ |
Enchanting cost
The enchanting table rolls an enchantment for a given level only when your modified enchantability falls in the window below. Higher bookshelf counts push you toward the higher levels. On an anvil, combining Bane of Arthropods adds 2 levels to the prior-work cost.
| Level | Enchant level range |
|---|---|
| I | 5 – 25 |
| II | 13 – 33 |
| III | 21 – 41 |
| IV | 29 – 49 |
| V | 37 – 57 |
Applies to
- Sword
- Axe
Conflicts with
Enchanted book
Build a /give command with Bane of Arthropods → in the /give builder.
Compare with
Side-by-side comparisons featuring this enchantment.
About Bane of Arthropods
How much does Bane of Arthropods add in Minecraft?
At its max level (V), Bane of Arthropods gives bonus attack damage of +12.5 ❤ vs. arthropods (spiders, bees, silverfish). Per level: I +2.5 ❤, II +5 ❤, III +7.5 ❤, IV +10 ❤, V +12.5 ❤.
What is the max level of Bane of Arthropods?
Bane of Arthropods goes up to level 5 (V). The full /enchant command at max level is: /enchant @p minecraft:bane_of_arthropods 5.
How rare is Bane of Arthropods in Minecraft?
Bane of Arthropods is uncommon (enchanting weight 5 — higher weight means it shows up more often at the enchanting table).
What enchantments conflict with Bane of Arthropods?
Bane of Arthropods cannot be combined on the same item with Breach, Density, Impaling, Sharpness, Smite. You can apply only one enchantment from this group at a time.