Armor

Diamond Helmet: Minecraft Guide | Minecraft Enchant

Protects the head and supports the full set of underwater enchantments. Data, usage, and compatibility for Java 26.2. Practical guidance and sources included.

Slot: Head
Material: Diamond
Slot enchantments: Aqua Affinity, Respiration
Core: Protection IV, Unbreaking III, Mending

Core protection

Protection IV is the general choice; specialized protection replaces it for known threats.

Aqua Affinity

Aqua Affinity removes the main underwater mining penalty.

Respiration

Respiration III extends air supply and reduces drowning damage frequency.

Complete setup

Protection IV, Aqua Affinity, Respiration III, Unbreaking III, and Mending form a complete helmet.

Source: https://minecraft.wiki/w/Diamond_Helmet

Updated: 19.07.2026