The Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template was officially added on October 19, 2022, with the release of Java Edition snapshot 22w42a. This introduced the template as part of the "Update 1.20" experimental data pack, bringing significant changes to how players upgrade diamond gear to Netherite.
Introduction to Smithing Templates
The addition of smithing templates revolutionized the upgrade process in Minecraft. Previously, combining a diamond item with a Netherite ingot in a smithing table would yield the Netherite version. With the 1.20 update, an additional component—the Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template—became required. This change was implemented to make Netherite gear more valuable and the upgrade process a more significant milestone.
Finding the Netherite Upgrade Template
The Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template is a rare and valuable item primarily found within specific structures in the Nether. Its scarcity is intentional, aligning with the challenge of acquiring top-tier equipment.
- Location: These templates are exclusively found in the Bastion Remnants within the Nether.
- Chest Types: They can be looted from various chests inside Bastion Remnants, specifically Hoglin Stable, Generic, and Bridge chests.
- Increased Drop Chance: With its introduction, the chance of finding a Netherite Upgrade in these bastion remnant chests was significantly increased from 3.2% to 10%, making the quest for templates a bit more manageable while still requiring dedication.
Here's a breakdown of the enhanced drop rates:
| Bastion Remnant Chest Type | Old Chance (Before 1.20 Experimental Data Pack) | New Chance (With 1.20 Experimental Data Pack) |
|---|---|---|
| Hoglin Stable | 3.2% | 10% |
| Generic | 3.2% | 10% |
| Bridge | 3.2% | 10% |
Note: Treasure chests within Bastion Remnants do not contain Netherite Upgrade templates.
How to Use the Netherite Upgrade Template
To upgrade a diamond item to Netherite, you need a Smithing Table, the diamond item, a Netherite Ingot, and a Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template.
- Place the Template: Open the Smithing Table interface and place the Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template in the leftmost slot.
- Add Diamond Item: Place the diamond armor piece or tool in the middle slot.
- Add Netherite Ingot: Place a Netherite Ingot in the rightmost slot.
- Retrieve Netherite Item: The upgraded Netherite item will appear in the output slot, ready for collection.
Duplicating the Template
Given their rarity, the Netherite Upgrade Templates can be duplicated to avoid endless searching in the Nether. To duplicate a Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template, you need:
- One Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template
- Seven Diamonds
- One Netherrack block
Place these items in a Crafting Table according to the specific recipe to yield two Netherite Upgrade Smithing Templates. This process allows players to upgrade multiple diamond items without needing to find a unique template for each.
