Java & Bedrock
Power
Power increases arrow damage fired from a bow. Its multiplier rises from 150% of base arrow damage at level I to 250% at level V.
Power- Maximum level
- 5
- Edition
- Java & Bedrock
- Compatible
- Bow
- Treasure
- No
- Tradeable
- Yes
- Enchanting table
- Yes
Equipment and conflicts
Compatible equipment: Bow. It has no ordinary mutually exclusive enchantment listed.
Effect by level
| Level | Effect | Expected multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 150% of base arrow damage | Varies by mechanic |
| 2 | 175% | Varies by mechanic |
| 3 | 200% | Varies by mechanic |
| 4 | 225% | Varies by mechanic |
| 5 | 250% of base arrow damage | Varies by mechanic |
How the mechanic works
- The bonus multiplier is 1 plus 0.25 times level plus one.
- Critical-arrow randomness and target defenses still affect the final damage dealt.
- Power applies to bows, not crossbows.
Affected blocks and drops
- Bows
- Arrows fired by the enchanted bow
- Does not change draw time or knockback
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:power (numeric registry ID 26).
Bedrock: minecraft:power (numeric registry ID 19).
/enchant @s minecraft:power 5/enchant- Adds an enchantment to a held compatible item.
@s- The entity executing the command; usually you in chat.
minecraft:power- The Java identifier for Power.
5- The enchantment level to apply.
The target must be holding a compatible item, and commands require cheats or sufficient operator permission.