What is an Elytra in Minecraft?
Before we dive into the best enchantments for Elytra, make sure you've read our previous blog about How To Get An Elytra In Minecraft for a full breakdown. If you have already read about what this mysterious item actually is, then we'll keep it short and sweet.
Elytra are rare wing-like items found in End Ships after defeating the Ender Dragon. They let you glide across the Minecraft world and turn boring ground travel into epic air journeys. But they’re fragile—and that’s where enchantments swoop in to save the day.
Can You Enchant Elytra?
Yes... but not the usual way.
Unlike swords or armor, you can’t use an enchanting table for Elytra. Instead, you’ll need to use enchanted books and an anvil. But trust us—it’s worth it.
To enchant Elytra:
- Get an enchanting book with your desired enchantment.
- Craft or find an anvil.
- Place your Elytra and the book into the anvil.
Boom! Your wings are now enchanted.
What Enchantments Can Be Put on Elytra?
While the options are limited, they’re powerful:
1. Unbreaking III
• Max Level: III
• Effect: Increases item durability by making it less likely to lose durability when used.
• Why You Want It: It makes your Elytra last up to 4x longer. Less repairing, more flying.
2. Mending
• Max Level: I
• Effect: Uses experience orbs (XP) to repair the Elytra instead of boosting your XP level.
• Why You Want It: Infinite use! As long as you're earning XP, your Elytra stays sky-ready.
3. Curse of Vanishing (optional)
• Max Level: I
• Effect: Causes your Elytra to disappear on death.
• Why You Might Want It: Adds risk to Hardcore or PvP. Keeps others from looting your wings.
Best Elytra Enchantments (Ranked)
Here’s a breakdown of the best elytra enchants, ranked by utility and awesomeness:
- Mending – No more wing repairs if you’re farming XP.
- Unbreaking III – Turns your Elytra into a durability tank.
- (Optional) Curse of Vanishing – Hardcore mode spice.
How to Enchant Elytra: Step-by-Step
Let’s break it down:
Step 1: Find the Enchantments
Mending & Unbreaking can be found through:
• Fishing
• Trading with librarian villagers
• Looting end cities, strongholds, or ancient cities
• Enchanting regular books
Step 2: Use an Anvil
• Place your Elytra in the left slot of an anvil.
• Add the enchanted book in the right slot.
• Pay the XP cost and boom—you’re airborne!
Combining Elytra Enchantments: Pro Tips
Can you combine enchantments on Elytra? Absolutely.
Here’s the dream combo:
• Mending + Unbreaking III = Virtually unbreakable wings
Bonus Tip: Repair your Elytra with Phantom Membranes if it gets low before Mending can save it.
Elytra Enchantment FAQs
What are the best enchantments for Elytra?
Mending and Unbreaking III. Nothing else compares.
What enchantments can be put on an Elytra?
Only three: Unbreaking, Mending, and optionally, Curse of Vanishing.
Can Elytra be repaired without enchantments?
Yes! Use phantom membranes or combine two damaged Elytras in an anvil.
Is there a way to enchant Elytra directly on an enchanting table?
Nope. Use books + anvil only.
Why You Should Enchant Elytra on Your Minecraft Server
Flying around with enchanted Elytra on a Minecraft server feels amazing. No lag. No limits. Just pure exploration vibes.
Whether you're crossing dimensions or racing your friends, enchanted Elytra make server life legendary.
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