How to duplicate armor trims

What are Armor Trims in Minecraft?

Armor trims are a cosmetic feature in Minecraft that allows players to customize the appearance of their armor. Introduced in the Caves & Cliffs Update, these trims add intricate patterns and colors to helmets, chestplates, leggings, and boots, making your gear visually distinct. They do not provide any combat benefits or stat enhancements; their sole purpose is aesthetic customization.

How to Obtain Smithing Templates

The key to duplicating armor trims lies in obtaining the correct Smithing Template. These templates are rare loot found in various generated structures across the Minecraft world. Each of the 16 unique trim patterns has its own specific Smithing Template.

Here's where you can find them:

• Nether Fortress: Provides the "Snout" and "Coast" templates.
• Bastion Remnant: Offers the "Dune," "Eye," "Rib," and "Snout" templates.
• Ancient City: Contains the "Silence" template.
• Mineshaft: Can yield the "Ward" template.
• Woodland Mansion: The "Vex" template can be found here.
• Desert Pyramid: Look for the "Sand" template.
• Jungle Temple: The "Jungle" template might be present.
• Ocean Monument: "Tide" and "Wild" templates are possibilities.
• Trail Ruins: This structure is a rich source for many templates, including "Host," "Raze," "Shaper," "Flow," and "Bolt."

It's important to note that some templates are more common than others, and their generation is tied to the specific structure. You might need to explore multiple instances of these structures to find all the templates you desire.

Duplicating Armor Trims

Once you have the desired Smithing Template, duplicating an armor trim is a straightforward process. You will need a Smithing Table, the Smithing Template, a piece of armor (any material from iron to netherite), and one ingot of the material you wish to use for the trim's color.

Follow these steps:

1. Locate a Smithing Table: Craft one using four iron ingots and two sticks, or find one in a village blacksmith's house.
2. Open the Smithing Table Interface: Right-click on the Smithing Table to open its inventory.
3. Place the Items:
• In the first slot (leftmost), place the Smithing Template.
• In the second slot (middle), place the piece of armor you want to trim.
• In the third slot (rightmost), place one ingot of the desired material (e.g., iron, gold, lapis lazuli, emerald, diamond, netherite, copper, or redstone).
4. Retrieve the Trimmed Armor: The resulting item will appear in the output slot on the right. Take your newly trimmed armor piece.

Each duplication consumes one Smithing Template and one ingot. This means that if you want to apply the same trim to multiple pieces of armor, you will need to either find multiple copies of that specific Smithing Template or use the duplication method for the templates themselves.

Duplicating Smithing Templates

Because Smithing Templates are consumed when used for trimming, you might eventually run out of your favorite ones. Fortunately, there's a way to duplicate them! This process requires a crafting table, seven diamonds, one block of the material corresponding to the template you want to duplicate, and the template itself.

Here's how:

1. Crafting Table: Open a crafting table.
2. Arrange the Items:
• In the top-left slot, place the Smithing Template you wish to duplicate.
• In the center slot of the top row, place the block of the corresponding material (e.g., a block of iron for an iron trim template, a block of gold for a gold trim template).
• Fill the remaining six slots in the crafting grid with seven diamonds.
3. Craft the Duplicate: The duplicated Smithing Template will appear in the output slot.

This duplication method works for most Smithing Templates, but there are exceptions. The Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template cannot be duplicated. This is to maintain the rarity and progression associated with Netherite gear.

Materials and Trim Patterns

The material of the ingot you use determines the color and texture of the trim. Common materials like iron and gold produce distinct looks, while rarer materials like diamonds, emeralds, or even Netherite can create more luxurious appearances. Experiment with different ingot types to find your preferred aesthetic.

The 16 unique trim patterns are:

• Bolt
• Coast
• Dune
• Eye
• Flow
• Host
• Iron
• Jungle
• Netherite
• Raze
• Rib
• Silence
• Snout
• Tide
• Vex
• Ward
• Wild

Each pattern offers a unique visual flair, from geometric designs to more organic or thematic shapes. Combining different patterns with different armor pieces and material colors allows for a vast array of customization possibilities.

Conclusion

Duplicating armor trims in Minecraft is an essential aspect of the game's cosmetic system. By understanding how to find Smithing Templates, utilize the Smithing Table, and even duplicate the templates themselves, players can personalize their armor to an unprecedented degree. Whether you're aiming for a fearsome look or a subtle enhancement, the armor trim system provides the tools to achieve it.