This Minecraft tutorial explains how to craft a totem of undying with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
In Minecraft, a totem of undying is an item that you can not make with a crafting table or furnace. Instead, you need to find and gather this item in the game.
A totem of undying is a new item that was added in Minecraft 1.11. It isn't armor that you wear but rather it is an item that you hold it in your hand (similar to a shield). If a player experiences fatal damage while holding a totem of undying, the totem of undying will restore 1 health point and give the player Regeneration II for 40 seconds and Absorption II for 5 seconds.
Let's explore how to add a totem of undying to your inventory.
Supported Platforms
A totem of undying is available in the following versions of Minecraft:
| Platform | Supported (Version*) |
|---|---|
 Java Edition (PC/Mac) | Yes (1.11) |
 Pocket Edition (PE) | Yes (1.1) |
 Xbox 360 | Yes (TU54) |
 Xbox One | Yes (CU44) |
 PS3 | Yes (1.51) |
 PS4 | Yes (1.52) |
 Wii U | Yes (Patch 24) |
 Nintendo Switch | Yes (1.04) |
 Windows 10 Edition | Yes (1.1) |
 Education Edition | Yes (1.0.18) |
* The version that it was added or removed, if applicable.
NOTE: Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now called Bedrock Edition. We will continue to show them individually for version history.
Where to find a Totem of Undying in Creative Mode
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
Here is where you can find a totem of undying in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.11 - 1.20.5 |  Combat |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
Here is where you can find a totem of undying in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.1 - 1.1.3 |  Tools |
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.2 - 1.20.0 |  Equipment |
Minecraft Xbox Editions
Here is where you can find a totem of undying in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox 360 | TU60 - TU69 |  Tools, Weapons and Armor |
| Xbox One | 1.2.5 - 1.20.0 | Equipment |
Minecraft PS Editions
Here is where you can find a totem of undying in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| PS3 | 1.64 - 1.76 | Tools, Weapons and Armor |
| PS4 | 1.52 - 1.91 | Tools, Weapons and Armor |
| PS4 | 1.14.0 - 1.20.0 | Equipment |
Minecraft Nintendo
Here is where you can find a totem of undying in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wii U | Patch 30 - Patch 38 | Tools, Weapons and Armor |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.04 - 1.11 | Tools, Weapons and Armor |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.5.0 - 1.20.0 | Equipment |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
Here is where you can find a totem of undying in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.1 - 1.1.3 | Tools |
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.2 - 1.20.0 | Equipment |
Minecraft Education Edition
Here is where you can find a totem of undying in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Education Edition | 1.0.18 | Tools |
| Education Edition | 1.0.21 - 1.19.52 | Equipment |
Definitions
- Platform is the platform that applies.
- Version(s) is the Minecraft version numbers where the item can be found in the menu location listed (we have tested and confirmed this version number).
- Creative Menu Location is the location of the item in the Creative Inventory menu.
How to get a Totem of Undying in Survival Mode
You can add a totem of undying to your inventory in Survival mode by killing an evoker. So let's get started!
1. Find an Evoker
First, you need to find an evoker in your Minecraft world.
An evoker is a type of mob that is only found in the Dark Forest biome in Woodland Mansions.
2. Attack and Kill the Evoker
Once you find an evoker, you need to attack it. When you attack the evoker, it will turn pink as it takes damage.
Continue to chase and attack the evoker. Once you have killed the evoker, it may drop a totem of undying. There isn't a 100% chance that the evoker will drop a totem of undying when it dies. If it doesn't drop one, find another evoker and try again.
3. Pick up the Totem of Undying
Make sure you pick up the totem of undying before it disappears.
A totem of undying is a useful item and should be kept in your inventory to be used later.
Item ID and Name
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft, a totem of undying has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Java | 1.11 |
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Java | 1.11.1 - 1.12 |
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 1 | Java | 1.13 - 1.20.6 |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, a totem of undying has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | PE | 1.1 - 1.14.0 |
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | PE | 1.16.0 - 1.20.80 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, a totem of undying has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Xbox One | 1.6.0 - 1.14.0 |
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Xbox One | 1.16.0 - 1.20.80 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, a totem of undying has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | PS4 | 1.14.0 |
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | PS4 | 1.16.0 - 1.20.80 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, a totem of undying has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Switch | 1.6.0 - 1.14.0 |
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Switch | 1.16.0 - 1.20.80 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, a totem of undying has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Windows | 1.1 - 1.14.0 |
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Windows | 1.16.0 - 1.20.80 |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft, a totem of undying has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Education | 1.0.18 - 1.14.31 |
| Totem of Undying (minecraft: | 0 | 1 | Education | 1.17.30 - 1.19.52 |
Definitions
- Description is what the item is called and (Minecraft ID Name) is the string value that is used in game commands.
- Data Value (or damage value) identifies the variation of the block if more than one type exists for the Minecraft ID.
- Stack Size is the maximum stack size for this item. While some items in Minecraft are stackable up to 64, other items can only be stacked up to 16 or 1. (NOTE: These stack sizes are for vanilla Minecraft only. If you are running a mod, some mods may change the stack size for an item.)
- Platform is the platform that applies.
- Version(s) is the Minecraft version numbers that the Minecraft ID and Name are valid for.
Give Command for Totem of Undying
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Give Command in Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.13, 1.14, 1.15, 1.16, 1.17, 1.18, 1.19, 1.20 and 1.20.6, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem_of_undying 1
In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.12, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem_of_undying 1 0
In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.11, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0, 1.20.0 and 1.20.80, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem_of_undying 1 0
In Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 1.12.0, 1.13.0 and 1.14.0, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft Xbox One 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0, 1.20.0 and 1.20.80, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem_of_undying 1 0
In Minecraft Xbox One 1.12.0, 1.13.0 and 1.14.0, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft PS4 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0, 1.20.0 and 1.20.80, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem_of_undying 1 0
In Minecraft PS4 1.14.0, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft Nintendo Switch 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.1, 1.20.0 and 1.20.80, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem_of_undying 1 0
In Minecraft Nintendo Switch 1.12.0, 1.13.0 and 1.14.0, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft Windows 10 Edition 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0, 1.20.0 and 1.20.80, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem_of_undying 1 0
In Minecraft Windows 10 Edition 1.12.0, 1.13.0 and 1.14.0, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem 1 0
Give Command in Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft Education Edition 1.17.30, 1.18.32 and 1.19.52, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem_of_undying 1 0
In Minecraft Education Edition 1.12.0, 1.12.60 and 1.14.31, the /give command for Totem of Undying is:
/give @p totem 1 0
Things to Do with a Totem of Undying
Here are some activities that you can do with a totem of undying in Minecraft:
