For any Minecraft Java Edition players who want to add a bit more personalization to their Minecraft world, here's how to create custom designed shields.

Banners are an interesting item in Minecraft. They are made up of wool and can have absolutely gorgeous designs placed on them through the loom Minecraft villager profession workstation.

You’re in a cave and stumble into a dungeon full of skeletons. We show you how to make a shield in Minecraft to defend yourself and live to loot another day.

Yet, many players might be asking how to make Banners in Minecraft, or even, what are the rarest Banner patterns?

In Minecraft, a shield is a must-have, especially when playing on survival. We share how to craft one, in addition to its useful abilities.

A shield can stop arrows from hitting and block melee attacks, making it a powerful and underrated addition to your gear set. To find out how to make a shield in Minecraft, check out the guide below.