Bane of Arthropods is an Enchantment in Minecraft. Read on to learn more about Bane of Arthropods, what gear you can equip it with, how to get it, and how to use it.

Bane of Arthropods Overview

Bane of Arthropods Basic Information

Bane of Arthropods Compatible Gear

Compatible Gear
Sword	Axe

How to Get Bane of Arthropods

Obtain using Enchanting Tables

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The most common way to obtain Bane of Arthropods is through an Enchanting Table. You'll need XP and Lapis Lazuli to enchant an item.

Use Bookshelves to increase enchantment levels

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Placing bookshelves around the Enchanting Table will increase the possible enchantment levels of an item. There must be one block of air between a bookshelf and the Enchanting Table for this to work.

Obtain by Fishing

Head out into open water and use your Fishing Rod to catch items with Bane of Arthropods enchantments. The Luck of the Sea enchant will increase your chances of catching enchanted items.

Loot from Chests

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You'll find Bane of Arthropods in Treasure Chests in structures and dungeons around the world. Make sure you're properly equipped with armor and weapons since these areas will be infested with Mobs.

Trade with Villagers

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You'll be able to trade items with villagers to obtain Bane of Arthropods. Librarians will be your best bet since you can trade Emeralds for enchantments even at Novice levels.

You'll have to level up other Villager types to obtain their enchanted stock.

How to Use Bane of Arthropods

Kill Arthropods Quicker

Unenchanted Sword compared to Sword with Bane of Arthropods V

Unlike Sharpness, Bane of Arthropods only increases your damage against Arthropods. This includes Spiders, Cave Spiders, Silverfish, Endermites, and Bees. While limited in terms of enemies you can use it against, it's great if you have a Spider farm so that you can easily clear them.

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