Brewing potions in Minecraft adds a layer of strategy and depth to your gameplay. Among the various concoctions you can create, the Potion of Weakness stands out for its tactical advantages, especially when facing formidable foes or attempting to cure Zombie Villagers. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about crafting a Potion of Weakness (1:30) in Minecraft, ensuring you’re well-equipped to weaken your adversaries.
In Minecraft, a Potion of Weakness inflicts the Weakness effect, reducing the attack damage of entities it’s applied to. Specifically, it reduces melee attack damage by 4 in Java Edition and by 0.7 in Bedrock Edition for a duration of 1 minute and 30 seconds. While you might not want to drink this potion yourself, it’s incredibly useful when thrown as a splash potion or used to create tipped arrows. Let’s dive into how to brew this essential potion.
Platforms Where You Can Brew a Potion of Weakness
The Potion of Weakness (1:30) is a versatile item available across nearly all Minecraft platforms. Whether you’re playing on PC, Mac, mobile, or consoles, you can harness the power of weakness. Here’s a list of supported platforms:
- Java Edition (PC/Mac): Yes (since version 1.3.1)
- Pocket Edition (PE) / Bedrock Edition: Yes (since version 0.12.1)
- Xbox 360: Yes
- Xbox One / Bedrock Edition: Yes
- PS3: Yes
- PS4 / Bedrock Edition: Yes
- Wii U: Yes
- Nintendo Switch / Bedrock Edition: Yes
- Windows 10 Edition / Bedrock Edition: Yes
- Education Edition: Yes
It’s worth noting that Pocket Edition, Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now unified under the Bedrock Edition umbrella, ensuring consistent features and gameplay.
Finding Potion of Weakness in Creative Mode
If you’re experimenting in Creative Mode or just need a Potion of Weakness quickly, you can easily find it within the creative inventory. The location varies slightly depending on your Minecraft version:
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Java Edition, the Potion of Weakness (1:30) can be found in these creative menu locations:
| Version(s) | Creative Menu Location | Icon |
|---|---|---|
| 1.8 – 1.19 | Brewing | Brewing Menu Icon |
| 1.19.3 – 1.21.1 | Food & Drinks | Food & Drinks Menu Icon |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
For Pocket Edition, now known as Bedrock Edition on mobile, look in these categories:
| Version(s) | Creative Menu Location | Icon |
|---|---|---|
| 0.14.1 – 1.1.3 | Miscellaneous | Miscellaneous Menu Icon |
| 1.2 – 1.21.0 | Equipment | Equipment Menu Icon |
Minecraft Xbox Editions
Xbox players can locate the Potion of Weakness (1:30) in:
| Version(s) | Creative Menu Location | Icon |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox 360 | Brewing | Brewing Menu Icon |
| Xbox One | Brewing (CU23 – CU43) | Brewing Menu Icon |
| Xbox One | Equipment (1.2.5 – 1.21.0) | Equipment Menu Icon |
Minecraft PS Editions
PlayStation users will find it in the following creative tabs:
| Version(s) | Creative Menu Location | Icon |
|---|---|---|
| PS3 | Brewing | Brewing Menu Icon |
| PS4 | Brewing (1.26 – 1.91) | Brewing Menu Icon |
| PS4 | Equipment (1.14.0 – 1.21.0) | Equipment Menu Icon |
Minecraft Nintendo
Nintendo players can find the potion in:
| Version(s) | Creative Menu Location | Icon |
|---|---|---|
| Wii U | Brewing | Brewing Menu Icon |
| Nintendo Switch | Brewing (1.04 – 1.11) | Brewing Menu Icon |
| Nintendo Switch | Equipment (1.5.0 – 1.21.0) | Equipment Menu Icon |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
For Windows 10 Edition, also Bedrock Edition, check:
| Version(s) | Creative Menu Location | Icon |
|---|---|---|
| 0.14.1 – 1.1.3 | Miscellaneous | Miscellaneous Menu Icon |
| 1.2 – 1.21.0 | Equipment | Equipment Menu Icon |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Education Edition, the potion is located in:
| Version(s) | Creative Menu Location | Icon |
|---|---|---|
| 0.14.2 – 1.0.18 | Miscellaneous | Miscellaneous Menu Icon |
| 1.0.21 – 1.21.03 | Equipment | Equipment Menu Icon |
Gathering Materials for Potion of Weakness
To brew a Potion of Weakness (1:30) in Survival Mode, you’ll need just two core ingredients:
- 1 Fermented Spider Eye: This is the key ingredient that gives the potion its weakening effect. You can craft a Fermented Spider Eye from a Spider Eye, Sugar, and a Brown Mushroom.
- 1 Water Bottle: The base for almost all potions. Fill a glass bottle with water from any water source.
You’ll also need Blaze Powder to power your Brewing Stand. Blaze Powder is crafted from Blaze Rods, dropped by Blazes in the Nether.
Step-by-Step Guide: Brewing Potion of Weakness in Survival Mode
Follow these simple steps to brew your own Potion of Weakness (1:30):
1. Access the Brewing Stand
First, you need to interact with your Brewing Stand. If you haven’t placed one yet, craft it using Blaze Rods and Cobblestone. Once placed, right-click (or use the equivalent action on your platform) to open the Brewing Stand interface.
2. Activate the Brewing Stand with Blaze Powder
To power the Brewing Stand, place Blaze Powder in the fuel slot on the far left of the menu. This will activate the stand, allowing you to begin brewing.
3. Add Water Bottle(s)
Place up to three Water Bottles in the bottom slots of the Brewing Stand interface. Brewing stands can create up to three potions at once, making the process more efficient.
4. Add Fermented Spider Eye
Now, place the Fermented Spider Eye in the top ingredient slot of the Brewing Stand. This will start the brewing process.
5. Wait for Brewing to Complete
Wait for the brewing process to finish. You’ll see the progress bar move downwards, and hear a distinctive “glug glug glug” sound when it’s done. The Fermented Spider Eye will disappear, and the Water Bottles will transform into Potions of Weakness (1:30).
6. Collect Your Potions of Weakness
Once brewing is complete, you can collect your Potions of Weakness (1:30) from the bottom slots. They are now ready to be used or further modified.
Drinking a Potion of Weakness will apply the Weakness effect to yourself, which is generally undesirable. However, these potions are crucial for crafting Splash Potions of Weakness and Lingering Potions of Weakness, which are excellent for weakening mobs, and for making Tipped Arrows of Weakness. Moreover, they are essential for curing Zombie Villagers, turning them back into normal Villagers.
Item ID and Names for Potion of Weakness (1:30)
For players using commands or needing specific identifiers, here are the Item IDs and Names for the Potion of Weakness (1:30) across different Minecraft editions:
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Weakness (1:30) | Potion of Weakness (1:30) (minecraft:potion) | 8232 | 1 | 1.8 |
| Potion of Weakness (1:30) | Potion of Weakness (1:30) (minecraft:potion) | 0 | 1 | 1.9 – 1.12 |
| Potion of Weakness (1:30) | Potion of Weakness (1:30) (minecraft:potion) | 1 | 1.13 – 1.21.1 |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Weakness (1:30) | Potion of Weakness (1:30) (minecraft:potion) | 34 | 1 | 1.0 – 1.21.0 |
Minecraft Xbox One
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Weakness (1:30) | Potion of Weakness (1:30) (minecraft:potion) | 34 | 1 | 1.6.0 – 1.21.0 |
Minecraft PS4
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Weakness (1:30) | Potion of Weakness (1:30) (minecraft:potion) | 34 | 1 | 1.14.0 – 1.21.0 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Weakness (1:30) | Potion of Weakness (1:30) (minecraft:potion) | 34 | 1 | 1.6.0 – 1.21.0 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Weakness (1:30) | Potion of Weakness (1:30) (minecraft:potion) | 34 | 1 | 1.0 – 1.21.0 |
Minecraft Education Edition
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Weakness (1:30) | Potion of Weakness (1:30) (minecraft:potion) | 34 | 1 | 1.0 – 1.21.03 |
Minecraft Give Commands for Potion of Weakness (1:30)
For advanced players and server administrators, the /give command is a quick way to obtain Potions of Weakness. Here are the commands for different Java Edition versions:
Give Command in Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
- 1.21 and 1.21.1:
/give @p potion[potion_contents={potion:"weakness"}] 1 - 1.13 – 1.20:
/give @p potion{Potion:"minecraft:weakness"} 1 - 1.9 – 1.12:
/give @p potion 1 0 {Potion:"minecraft:weakness"} - 1.8:
/give @p potion 1 8232
Give Command in Minecraft Bedrock Edition
For Bedrock Edition (including PE, Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Windows 10, and Education Edition versions 1.12.0 and later):
/give @p potion 1 34Utilizing Your Potion of Weakness
The Potion of Weakness (1:30) is a base for more potent and versatile items:
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Potion of Weakness (4:00): By brewing a Potion of Weakness (1:30) with Redstone Dust, you can extend the duration of the Weakness effect to 4 minutes.
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Splash Potion of Weakness (1:07/1:30): Adding Gunpowder to a Potion of Weakness (1:30) creates a Splash Potion. This allows you to throw the potion, affecting multiple mobs in an area. Note that splash potions have a slightly reduced duration of 1:07.
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Lingering Potion of Weakness: By brewing a Splash Potion of Weakness with Dragon’s Breath, you create a Lingering Potion. This leaves a cloud of Weakness effect, useful for area denial or prolonged weakening.
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Tipped Arrows of Weakness: Combining Potions of Weakness with arrows in a Cauldron allows you to create Tipped Arrows. These arrows inflict the Weakness effect upon hitting a mob, offering a ranged option for applying weakness.
Strategic Uses for Potion of Weakness
- Weakening Strong Mobs: Use Splash Potions or Tipped Arrows of Weakness against powerful mobs like Guardians, Evokers, or even the Ender Dragon to reduce their attack damage, making them easier to defeat.
- Curing Zombie Villagers: A Potion of Weakness is a crucial ingredient in curing Zombie Villagers. Combine it with a Golden Apple to revert them back to normal villagers, a valuable source of trading partners.
- Defense in Raids: During village raids, weakening Pillagers and other hostile mobs with Splash Potions of Weakness can significantly improve your defenses and survival chances.
Mastering the Potion of Weakness is a significant step in becoming a proficient Minecraft brewer. Whether you’re weakening enemies or curing villagers, this potion offers a tactical edge in various situations. Brew your first batch today and explore the possibilities!
