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Potion of Slow Falling

Phantom membrane is the key ingredient.

Phantom membrane surrounded by a potion, a brewing stand, nether wart and feather
Quick answer
  • Brew an awkward potion with a Phantom membrane.
  • Lasts 1:30, or 4:00 with redstone.
  • You fall slowly and take no fall damage.

Here's how to brew a Potion of Slow Falling, how long it lasts and when it's worth carrying.

Brewing GuideVisual Minecraft brewing guide

How to brew it

  1. Fill glass bottles with water and put up to 3 in a Brewing stand. Fuel it with Blaze powder.
  2. Add Nether wart to make awkward potions.
  3. Add the ingredient on top: Phantom membrane.
  4. Add Redstone to make it last longer.
  5. Add Gunpowder for a splash potion, then dragon's breath for a lingering one.

How long it lasts

VersionDuration
Normal1:30
Extended (redstone)4:00

What it does

  • You fall slowly and take no fall damage.
  • You also can't trample crops while it's active.

When to use it

  • Exploring End cities, where shulkers make you float.
  • Building tall things without fear of falling.
  • Dropping down cliffs and ravines quickly.
Watch outIt does nothing for the void. If you fall off the End island, you're still gone.

Cheat sheet

  • Awkward potion + phantom membrane
  • 1:30, or 4:00 with redstone
  • No fall damage
  • Membranes come from phantoms

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