Diamond to Netherite: Will Your Enchantments Survive the Upgrade?

Yes! The good news is that enchantments do carry over when you upgrade your diamond gear to netherite. That meticulously enchanted diamond sword, painstakingly acquired diamond pickaxe, or fully enchanted diamond armor set won’t lose its magical properties when you forge it into its netherite counterpart. It’s an absolute relief for any serious Minecraft player. This means all of your hard work acquiring those powerful enchants won’t go to waste when you finally decide to take your gear to the next level!

Why This Matters: A Deep Dive into Netherite Upgrades

The process of acquiring netherite is an involved one. It requires venturing into the depths of the Nether, locating ancient debris, smelting it into netherite scraps, and combining those scraps with gold to create netherite ingots. Given the rarity of these materials, especially early in a survival world, you wouldn’t want to throw away time spent imbuing your tools with enchantments. The fact that enchantments are retained during the upgrade process is one of the most important aspects to consider as you progress through Minecraft. It’s a smart design choice by Mojang, giving the player an extra incentive to chase after and upgrade their gear.

Diamond gear is certainly strong, but the step up to netherite offers several key advantages:

• Increased Durability: Netherite gear lasts significantly longer than diamond, meaning less time spent repairing.

• Higher Enchantability: While the existing enchantments transfer, netherite also has a higher enchantability score than diamond. You’ll want to keep this in mind when considering the best time to enchant!

• Knockback Resistance: Netherite armor offers knockback resistance, making you significantly harder to push around in combat situations.

• Damage Output: Netherite weapons do more damage than diamond weapons.

• Lava Proof: Perhaps one of the most valuable benefits of netherite gear is its ability to float in lava. If you accidentally fall into lava, your netherite armor and tools won’t be destroyed!

The Upgrade Process: Step-by-Step

Upgrading diamond gear to netherite is a straightforward process, using a smithing table.

1. Obtain a Smithing Table: If you don’t already have one, craft a smithing table using four planks of any wood type and two iron ingots.

2. Gather Your Materials: You will need the diamond gear you wish to upgrade, a netherite ingot, and a smithing template. Smithing templates can be found in Bastion Remnants.

3. Using the Smithing Table: Place the smithing template in the first slot, the diamond gear in the second slot, and the netherite ingot in the third slot of the smithing table interface.

4. Complete the Upgrade: Take your upgraded netherite gear from the output slot.

Congratulations! You now have netherite gear with all of its diamond counterpart’s enchantments.

Enchanting Considerations: Diamond First or Netherite?

The question of whether to enchant diamond gear before or after upgrading to netherite often comes up. As previously mentioned, netherite has higher enchantability than diamond. This can potentially lead to getting more powerful or desirable enchantments when enchanting a netherite item directly. However, consider the cost. Enchanting items requires experience levels, and it is usually easier to enchant diamond gear due to its relative abundance. Also, if you are simply looking to retain the enchantments you already have, it is advisable to enchant your diamond gear, and then upgrade it. It comes down to the player’s preference. Experiment to find what works best for you.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Diamond to Netherite Upgrades

1. Does upgrading from diamond to netherite remove curses?

No, upgrading from diamond to netherite does not remove curses. Curses like Curse of Binding or Curse of Vanishing will persist on the netherite gear after the upgrade. To remove curses, you’ll need to use a grindstone.

2. Can I add more enchantments after upgrading to netherite?

Yes, you can add more enchantments to your netherite gear after the upgrade. You can use an enchanting table, an anvil with enchanted books, or a combination of both to customize your gear further.

3. Are there any enchantments that don’t transfer from diamond to netherite?

No, all enchantments transfer. The game is designed to keep the enchantments on the item. Any enchantments on the diamond version of the item should be present on the netherite version after upgrading.

4. Does upgrading change the level of my enchantments?

No, upgrading does not change the level of your enchantments. A Sharpness IV diamond sword, when upgraded, remains a Sharpness IV netherite sword.

5. Does using a grindstone on diamond gear before upgrading affect the netherite version?

Yes. If you use a grindstone to remove enchantments from diamond gear, those enchantments won’t be transferred to the netherite version, meaning you can choose which enchants you wish to have upgraded.

6. Does upgrading affect the cost of future enchantments?

Potentially! If you enchant an item over and over again, it’s possible to incur a cost penalty, making later enchantments more expensive to apply. This isn’t directly related to the upgrade itself, but to the number of times an item has been enchanted via anvil.

7. Can I put armor trims on netherite armor?

Yes! You can put armor trims on netherite armor. Armor trims allow for customization using different materials and patterns, adding a unique aesthetic to your gear.

8. Do armor trims carry over if I upgrade diamond armor with a trim to netherite?

Yes! If your diamond armor has an armor trim applied, the trim will carry over when you upgrade it to netherite. This also applies to the material of the trim.

9. Is netherite armor better than diamond armor?

While both provide the same amount of damage reduction (80%), netherite armor offers superior durability and knockback resistance compared to diamond. This makes netherite armor the preferred choice for serious players.

10. Does netherite gear burn in lava?

No, netherite gear does not burn in lava. This is one of the most significant advantages of netherite, offering peace of mind when exploring the Nether or dealing with lava-filled environments.

11. How do I find netherite?

Netherite is found as ancient debris deep within the Nether. It’s typically located in the lower levels of the Nether (Y-level 8-22) and can be mined with a diamond or netherite pickaxe. It is relatively rare, so be prepared for some exploration!

12. Do Piglins attack me if I don’t have gold armor on while mining netherite?

Yes, Piglins will attack you if you don’t have at least one piece of gold armor equipped, regardless of whether you are mining netherite. They are particularly aggressive toward players who aren’t respecting their “love” for gold. They will get upset if they find you mining gold, too.

13. Can I repair netherite gear?

Yes, netherite gear can be repaired using a smithing table and netherite ingots. Place the damaged netherite gear in the first slot and a netherite ingot in the second slot to repair it. You can also repair netherite with an anvil, combining it with another netherite tool or weapon of the same type.

14. Is it worth getting Thorns on my netherite armor?

Thorns can be a useful enchantment for dealing damage to attackers. Whether it’s “worth it” is a matter of personal play style. Some players find it highly effective, while others prefer enchantments like Protection or Unbreaking.

15. Does Looting give more XP when killing mobs?

No, the Looting enchantment on a sword does not affect the amount of XP dropped by mobs. It only increases the quantity and chances of rare item drops.

Final Thoughts

Upgrading diamond gear to netherite is a significant step in Minecraft, offering enhanced durability, damage output, and that all-important lava resistance. Knowing that your precious enchantments will safely transfer during the upgrade process makes the journey to acquire netherite all the more rewarding. Now get out there, explore, and upgrade your gear to become the ultimate Minecraft survivor!

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