Curse of Vanishing in Minecraft
The item is destroyed when you die instead of dropping.
| Max level | I (1) |
|---|---|
| Applies to | Sword, Axe, Pickaxe, Shovel, Hoe, Spear, Mace, Bow, Crossbow, Trident, Fishing Rod, Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, Boots, Elytra, Shield, Shears |
| How to get it | Treasure only (curse) |
| Conflicts with | Nothing |
| Anvil cost | 4 per level from a book · 8 per level from an enchanted item |
| Command | /enchant @s curse_of_vanishing 1 |
Is Curse of Vanishing worth it?
A downside, not an upside. Only useful on PvP servers where you would rather destroy gear than gift it.
Getting Curse of Vanishing onto your gear
Curse of Vanishing cannot be rolled at an enchanting table at any bookshelf count. You need a book from loot, trading, fishing or bartering, then an anvil. Because it always arrives as a book, combine it with your other books first and apply the finished book to the item last — that keeps the prior work penalty down.
Work out the cheapest order for a full set with the Minecraft enchantment calculator — it will tell you which books to pair up first and flag any step that would trip the “Too Expensive” limit.
FAQ
What is the max level of Curse of Vanishing?
Curse of Vanishing goes up to level I in survival Minecraft.
What does Curse of Vanishing do?
The item is destroyed when you die instead of dropping.
What does Curse of Vanishing conflict with?
Curse of Vanishing has no conflicts, so it can go on an item alongside anything else that item accepts.