To achieve the maximum enchantment level (level 30) on an enchanting table in Minecraft, you need a total of 15 bookshelves placed around the enchanting table. These bookshelves must be positioned one block away from the enchanting table, typically in a 5x5 square outline with an opening for access, and can be placed at the same level or one block higher than the enchanting table
. While you can place up to 24 bookshelves around the table, 15 is the required number to unlock the highest level enchantments. Adding more than 15 bookshelves does not increase the maximum enchantment level but may slightly affect the chances of rarer enchantments
. Summary:
- Required bookshelves for max enchantment level 30: 15
- Placement: One block away from the enchanting table, in a 5x5 square outline, same or one block higher level
- Maximum bookshelves possible around the table: 24, but 15 is sufficient for max level enchantments
