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title: Momentum
id: minecraft:enchanted_book
type: item
---

Momentum is an enchantment which can be acquired from the enchantment table. Shields with Momentum will grant the player a speed boost when the shield is disabled by an axe attack.

## Incompatibilities

Momentum is not compatible with the following enchantments:

- [Lifebound](./lifebound)
- [Evokering](./evokering)
- [Launching](./launching)
- [Bracing](./bracing)

## Chances

- **Level I**: 3 seconds of Speed III.
- **Level II**: 3.4 seconds of Speed III.
- **Level III**: 3.8 seconds of Speed III.
- **Level IV**: 4.2 seconds of Speed III.
- **Level V**: 4.6 seconds of Speed III.

## Tips

- Momentum can be a great way to escape from a fight or to chase down an enemy, get a friend to disable your shield and then chase your enemy!
- Be careful when using Momentum near ledges or cliffs, as you may accidentally run off.
- If you're fighting against someone with Momentum, try to attack them from behind to prevent disabling their shield.
- Whilst momentum might not be compatible with the other special enchantments, it can be combined with other enchantments such as Unbreaking or Mending to create a powerful shield.