Enchantment
Thorns
Sometimes reflects damage to the attacker at the cost of armor durability.
Quick answer
Sometimes reflects damage to the attacker at the cost of armor durability.
Maximum levelIII
Applies toAll armor pieces
Incompatible with—
Acquisition typeStandard enchantment
Anvil cost8 per level
SupportJava & Bedrock
Current versionJava 26.2
IDminecraft:thorns
Effect
Sometimes reflects damage to the attacker at the cost of armor durability.
Level scaling
Each level raises the chance to damage an attacker. Multiple enchanted pieces improve activation chance but also increase durability use.
Practical use
Useful in combat but increases armor wear and can interfere with mob control. One Thorns III piece is often enough.
Compatible items
All armor pieces
How to obtain
Enchanting table, enchanted books, trading, and chest loot.
Restrictions and compatibility
There are no direct conflicts with other enchantments, but the target item must support this enchantment.
