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Minecraft · Enchantment database

Impaling Enchantment in Minecraft

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Impaling adds extra damage to aquatic mobs. Its maximum level is Impaling V and it goes on tridents.

Max level
V
Goes on
Tridents
Treasure only
No
Curse
No

What does Impaling do?

Adds extra damage to aquatic mobs.

How to get Impaling

  • ✨ From an enchanting table.
  • 📚 As an enchanted book from librarian villagers.
  • 🧭 On enchanted books in chest loot and from fishing.
  • 🔨 Combine an enchanted book with your item on an anvil.

Enchantments that conflict with Impaling

Impaling cannot be combined on the same item with Bane of Arthropods, Breach, Density, Sharpness or Smite.

Items that can have Impaling

Rarity weight: 2 — uncommon.

Data for Minecraft Java Edition 26.1, based on the open minecraft-data project. Some details can differ in Bedrock Edition. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.

Frequently asked questions

What does Impaling do in Minecraft?
Adds extra damage to aquatic mobs.
What is the max level of Impaling?
The highest level is Impaling V.
Can you combine Impaling with other enchantments?
Not with Bane of Arthropods, Breach, Density, Sharpness or Smite.