As of right now, Minecraft only has one true melee weapon: Swords. Even though axes can technically be a melee weapon, they take more durability when hitting opponents or mobs than when breaking wood.

Enchanted swords are the most overpowered weapons that Minecraft has to offer. They are a must-have in any serious player's first inventory slot when it comes to surviving in any Minecraft world. As ...

Minecraft swords become much more powerful and versatile with the right enchantments. Players can enhance their blades' durability, damage, and abilities like looting more items and setting enemies on ...

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Minecraft has an exhaustive list of enchantments that can be implemented to your best piece of armor, weapon, and tools. However, only a fraction can be used to enchant swords, and since combat is a ...