About Netherite Sword in Minecraft
Netherite Sword is the strongest weapon in Minecraft, dealing 8 damage. It is crafted by upgrading a diamond sword with a netherite ingot in a smithing table.
Netherite Sword Command Examples
- Give 1 to nearest player:
/give @p minecraft:netherite_sword 1 - Give 1 to yourself:
/give @s minecraft:netherite_sword 1 - Give to a specific player:
/give PlayerName minecraft:netherite_sword 1 - Clear from inventory:
/clear @p minecraft:netherite_sword
How to Get Netherite Sword
Upgrade a diamond sword at a smithing table with a netherite ingot and the required Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template. It is an upgrade, not a separate shaped crafting recipe.
- Craft or obtain a Diamond Sword.
- Find a Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template and prepare a Netherite Ingot.
- Use a Smithing Table to combine the diamond sword, template, and ingot.
What Is Netherite Sword Used For?
Diamond Sword
The base weapon needed before applying the netherite upgrade.
Netherite Ingot
The upgrade material consumed by the smithing process.
Smithing Table
The workstation used to apply the netherite upgrade.
Enchanting Table
Use enchantments to tailor a sword for combat or loot gathering.
Sources and Data Review
Item facts were reviewed for Java Edition 26.2 on .
