Ward
The Ward smithing template uses a sweeping shield-like motif that pulls in toward the chestplate centre. Its name fits — Ward, as in protection — and it's the deep-dark biome's more accessible flagship trim (Silence being the holy grail).
Drops from Ancient City chests at 3.4% per chest, available in any biome where Ancient Cities spawn. Like Silence, this means slow, deliberate looting while dodging the Warden — but with double the drop rate. Most Ancient City runs net a Ward copy.
Best on Netherite + Gold ("Royal Guard"), Diamond + Copper for a warrior's shield look, or Iron + Lapis if you want a heraldic blue-on-grey.
Chance To Find
Ancient Cities (chests) · 3.4% per chest / event
Duplication
Duplicate the template at a crafting table with 7 diamonds and 1 Cobbled Deepslate alongside the original — yields 2 copies.
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Ward trim with all 11 materials
Each material gives a different color tint. Try them all live in the 3D editor:
Java /give command
/give @s minecraft:netherite_chestplate[trim={pattern:"ward",material:"diamond"}] 1
Bedrock Edition
On Bedrock, use a smithing table — the /give command for trims is limited. After running:
/give @s netherite_chestplate
Apply the Ward template at a smithing table with diamond (or any other material) as the third ingredient.
Other trims to explore
Looking to design a full armor set? Try 3dtrimview — real-time 3D preview, animations, Java + Bedrock /give commands. Pair with our sister site 3dskinview.net to customize your character skin too.