Java & Bedrock
Blast Protection
Blast Protection is an armor enchantment specialized for explosion damage. It also reduces the knockback caused by explosions.
Blast Protection- Maximum level
- 4
- Edition
- Java & Bedrock
- Compatible
- Armor
- Treasure
- No
- Tradeable
- Yes
- Enchanting table
- Yes
Equipment and conflicts
Compatible equipment: Armor. It cannot normally be combined with Protection, Fire Protection, Projectile Protection.
Effect by level
| Level | Effect | Expected multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8% explosion damage reduction; 15% less explosion knockback | Varies by mechanic |
| 2 | 16% damage reduction; 30% less knockback | Varies by mechanic |
| 3 | 24% damage reduction; 45% less knockback | Varies by mechanic |
| 4 | 32% damage reduction; 60% less knockback | Varies by mechanic |
How the mechanic works
- Each level contributes two protection points against explosions, equal to 8% reduction before the shared cap.
- The highest level worn reduces explosion knockback by 15% per level.
- It conflicts with Protection, Fire Protection and Projectile Protection on the same armor piece in survival.
Affected blocks and drops
- All armor pieces
- Creepers, TNT, beds, respawn anchors and other explosions
- Explosion knockback as well as damage
How to obtain
- Enchant compatible equipment at an enchanting table.
- Apply a matching enchanted book at an anvil.
- Find or trade for an enchanted book that contains this enchantment.
Sources
Edition identifiers
Java: minecraft:blast_protection (numeric registry ID 3).
Bedrock: minecraft:blast_protection (numeric registry ID 3).
/enchant @s minecraft:blast_protection 4/enchant- Adds an enchantment to a held compatible item.
@s- The entity executing the command; usually you in chat.
minecraft:blast_protection- The Java identifier for Blast Protection.
4- The enchantment level to apply.
The target must be holding a compatible item, and commands require cheats or sufficient operator permission.