Increases damage against arthropods and slows them.
Works on: Sword, Axe, Mace, Spear
Edition: Java 26.x / Bedrock 26.x
Dedicated enchant page - Java 26.x / Bedrock 26.x
Melee
Max level V
4 conflicts
Java 26.x / Bedrock 26.x
Bane of Arthropods in Minecraft
Increases damage against arthropods and slows them. Too narrow for one main sword; mainly useful on a separate weapon for spiders, bees, and similar mobs.
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Too narrow for one main sword; mainly useful on a separate weapon for spiders, bees, and similar mobs.
Incompatible with: Smite, Sharpness, Density, Breach
FAQ
Short answers about compatibility, supported items, and when the enchant is actually worth using.
What does Bane of Arthropods do?
Increases damage against arthropods and slows them. Too narrow for one main sword; mainly useful on a separate weapon for spiders, bees, and similar mobs.
Which items can use Bane of Arthropods?
Sword, Axe, Mace, Spear
What conflicts with Bane of Arthropods?
Smite, Sharpness, Density, Breach
Is Bane of Arthropods different between Java and Bedrock?
This enchant exists in both Java 26.x and Bedrock 26.x. If behavior differs, the effect summary and calculator notes cover that. Java 26.x / Bedrock 26.x.