How do I make a Potion of Slow Falling?

Brew Phantom Membrane with Awkward Potion in a brewing stand. Extended versions use Redstone for longer duration, and powered versions use Glowstone for shorter but stronger effects.

Does Slow Falling actually prevent fall damage?

Yes, the effect completely eliminates fall damage while active. You can drop from any height without taking damage as long as the effect is still running.

What's the difference between Slow Falling levels?

All levels of Slow Falling work identically. Level II, III, and higher have no advantage over Level I, so don't worry about which level you have.

Can I give Slow Falling to other players?

Yes, use Splash Potions to splash it on others, or use the /effect command with a player's username instead of @p. Tipped arrows also work.

What Minecraft versions have Slow Falling?

Slow Falling was added in Minecraft 1.13 and is available in all versions since then, including the latest 1.20+ releases.

Slow Falling Status Effect Guide | Minecraft 1.13+

What is Slow Falling?

Slow Falling is a status effect that makes you fall slowly and completely removes fall damage. It’s super useful when you’re dropping from high places or want to descend without taking damage. You can get multiple levels of it (Slow Falling II, III, IV, etc.) but they all work the same way.

How to Get Slow Falling

There are several ways to apply this effect to yourself or other players:

Potions

The easiest way is to drink potions. You can use regular Potions of Slow Falling, Splash Potions if you want to give it to someone else, or Lingering Potions to create a cloud effect.

Arrows

If you have tipped arrows, you can shoot them to apply the effect to whoever gets hit. Arrows of Slow Falling work the same way.

Commands

Use the /effect command to apply Slow Falling instantly. This is the fastest way if you’re in Creative mode or have cheats enabled.

Potion Recipes

To make a Potion of Slow Falling, you need:

Awkward Potion
Phantom Membrane

Brew these together in a brewing stand and you’ll get a Potion of Slow Falling. Different base potions give different durations. Extended versions (made with Redstone) last longer, while powered versions (made with Glowstone) are shorter but stronger.

How Long Does It Last?

Duration depends on the type of potion or arrow you use:

Arrow of Slow Falling: 11 or 30 seconds
Potion of Slow Falling: 1:30 or 4:00 minutes
Splash Potion: 1:30 or 4:00 minutes
Lingering Potion: 22 seconds or 1:00 minute

You can check how much time is left by opening your inventory and looking at the effect list in the top right.

What It Looks Like

When you have Slow Falling active, you’ll see a small icon appear in the top right corner of your screen. You’ll also get greenish-blue particle effects floating around you. When the effect wears off, both disappear and you’re back to normal falling speed.

Effect Command

Here are the commands to use Slow Falling in Java Edition:

Basic Slow Falling:

/effect give @p slow_falling 99999

Slow Falling II:

/effect give @p slow_falling 99999 1

Maximum Level (255):

/effect give @p slow_falling 99999 255

To remove the effect, use:

/effect clear @p

Or drink Milk to remove all effects at once.

Effect Details

Here’s the technical info if you need it:

Effect ID: 28
ID Name: minecraft:slow_falling
Introduced: Minecraft 1.13
Type: Helpful effect

When to Use It

Slow Falling is great for building at height without worrying about fall damage. It’s also useful when exploring caves or cliffs where you might accidentally fall. Some players keep a few potions in their inventory just in case.