Netherite tools are some of the most powerful and durable items in Minecraft. However, even these impressive tools can break after excessive use mining, fighting mobs, or taking on large projects. When your prized netherite pickaxe, sword, axe, shovel, or hoe finally gives out, don’t despair! You can repair netherite tools in 2024 by combining the tool with netherite ingots on an anvil.
Repairing netherite tools is easier than ever thanks to new blast furnace smelting techniques and larger ancient debris deposits uncovered in recent excavations. By following a few simple steps, you’ll have your netherite tools restored to peak condition in no time. So grab your damaged tools and let’s get started!
Assess the Damage
Before beginning repairs, carefully examine your netherite tool in the tooltip box to check the damage level. tools show damage by displaying a green bar underneath the tool icon that shrinks as durability decreases. When the bar gets very short and turns red, it means your tool is close to breaking completely.
Repair nets before they reach this critical point for the most efficient use of resources. You can also mouse over the tool icon to see a text readout of the tool’s current damage, such as “Netherite Pickaxe: 245/2031 durability.” Compare the number on the left (current durability) to the maximum durability number on the right to gauge percentage of damage.
Durability Loss by Tool
Different netherite tools lose maximum durability at different rates when used:
| Tool | Durability Loss Per Use |
|---|---|
| Sword | 1 point |
| Pickaxe | 2 points |
| Axe | 3 points |
| Shovel | 1 point |
| Hoe | 1 point |
So a netherite pickaxe will lose durability twice as fast as a sword or shovel when used.
Gather Materials
The main items you’ll need to repair netherite tools are:
- Damaged Netherite Tool
- Netherite Ingots
- Anvil
Netherite ingots are crafted from 4 netherite scraps and 4 gold ingots. You’ll need 1 ingot to fully repair a damaged netherite tool. You can also use more ingots simultaneously during repairs to combine tools for higher efficiency. So collect however many ingots required before starting the repair process. An anvil is also essential for completing the repairs.
Find Netherite Scraps
Search the Nether to collect ancient debris ore, which smelts into netherite scraps for crafting ingots. Ancient debris generates in small horizontal veins between Y levels 8 and 119.
Some of the best places to look are:
- Under large basalt deltas biomes
- Around lava ocean biomes
- Under the roof of the nether (Y 115-119)
Use beds or TNT for efficient mining. Fortune III increases debris drop rates when mined. Then smelt the ancient debris in a furnace or blast furnace to obtain your netherite scraps.
Repair Tools
Once you have your materials, follow these steps to repair your netherite tool:
- Place an anvil
- Put the damaged netherite tool in the first anvil slot
- Put the required number of netherite ingots to repair the tool in the second slot
- Click the output slot to retrieve the repaired tool!
For example, if your netherite pickaxe is at 51% durability, you would need 1 full netherite ingot to repair it to 100%. The anvil UI will also recommend how many ingots to use before you make repairs. Pay the experience cost to complete the transaction.
Combine Netherite Tools
You can combine two damaged netherite tools of the same type when repairing to transfer the best stats and enchantments onto a single tool, rather than having two weaker versions.
Simply place both damaged tools in the input slots with the ingots to combine during repairs. The output will be one restored tool with the highest efficacy. This works great for pickaxes, swords, shovels, and other equipment to boost their potential!
Anvil Repair Costs
Repairing netherite tools gets more expensive each time you use an anvil for restoration. The costs scale based on:
- Tool enchantment levels
- Number of prior repairs/work penalty
- Number of ingots used
Enchanted tools also require more ingots per repair based on the magic levels imbued in the item.
Here’s a quick cheat sheet guide to anvil repair costs:
| Tool Condition | First Repair Cost | Final Repair Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Unenchanted | 2-4 XP | Too expensive! |
| Enchanted | 6-10 XP | 20-30 XP |
So it’s best to mend high level netherite items sparingly to avoid excess expenses. Use XP responsibly!
Extend Tool Life
To avoid frequent repairs, be sure to use techniques extending the lifespan of netherite tools between anvil restorations:
- Apply the Unbreaking III Enchantment
- Use a Mending I Book
- Switch Tool Use to Spread Wear
- Moderate Mining Style and Force
Unbreaking causes tools to deteriorate much slower, with just a 10% chance to lower durability per use level. Mending allows XP orbs collected to contribute directly to tool repair over time. And easing off high intensity play will maintain all equipment longer before repairs are necessary. With some prudence, your netherite items can last ages!
Other Repair Options
While anvils are ideal for netherite tools, you can also use:
- Crafting grid to combine tools of Very Low durability
- Grindstone to disenchant and remove some prior work penalty
However, anvils remain the gold standard for restoring enchanted netherite weapons, pickaxes, axes, shovels and hoes to peak condition. Use them properly!
Protect Investments
Netherite items are precious investments due to the time and effort spent finding ancient debris for crafting. Make sure to safeguard your polished tools from:
- Despawning if dropped due to death
- Lava damage if unequipped
- Theft by other players or mobs
Store netherite tools safely in ender chests when not in active use. And bring backups of equipment on long Nether journeys in case of loss! With reasonable care, your durable tools will serve reliably for the long haul.
Conclusion
Repairing netherite pickaxes, swords, axes, shovels and hoes is straightforward using an anvil and netherite ingots as needed. First assess tool damage levels, then gather your materials. Place the tool and required ingots on the anvil to combine into a restored, upgraded tool. Be mindful of escalating XP expenses after repeated repairs. And implement longevity techniques like enchantments between anvil uses to maximize the lifespans of your precious netherite gear! With this guide, you now have the essential knowledge to keep your netherite tools in peak
FAQs
Do Mending books work on netherite tools?
Yes! When applied through an anvil, the Mending enchantment enables netherite pickaxes, swords, shovels and other tools to self-repair using XP orb collection. This reduces trips back to the anvil.
Can I combine an enchanted diamond pickaxe with an enchanted netherite ingot?
No, you must use two damaged netherite items to transfer enchantments during tool repairs on an anvil. The diamond pick will simply be sacrificed and lost.
Is it better to combine two damaged netherite pickaxes or repair one tool?
It’s generally best to combine the two picks during repairs whenever possible. This upgrades the tool to the highest stats and enchantments on a single restored pickaxe, rather than having two weaker ones left over.
Do Netherite tools get damaged in lava?
Nope! Netherite items are fully immune to lava damage in Minecraft. So don’t worry about losing your precious tools to accidental lava pools and flows while mining in the Nether.
Can villagers repair netherite tools and weapons?
Unfortunately not. Only anvils can be used to repair netherite gear at this time. Villager trading interfaces don’t recognize netherite items or provide any repair options specifically for them in Minecraft yet!
