Channeling summons a lightning bolt when a mob is hit by a thrown trident if there is currently a thunderstorm occurring. The mob must be exposed to the open sky for the enchantment to work.

Is channeling or Riptide better?

Riptide launches the user in the direction the trident is thrown, making it a perfect weapon for close up melee fights. Channeling is on the other end of the spectrum, summoning lighting if it strikes a mob, making it a brilliant enchantment for long range fighters.

Does channeling work on players?

What does Channeling do? When applied to a Trident, the Channeling enchantment allows the trident to summon lightning from the sky when thrown at a mob. Unfortunately, this enchantment only works when the player is inside of a thunderstorm. However, it is extremely strong and can save the player from dire situations.