Keep them in a hole 2 deep with ladders to get out. There are various ways to get XP, many of which are listed on the wiki. For example two steps costing 2 and 4 levels require more XP than two steps costing 3 levels each. If by 'mana' you mean XP, youll want to be at level 30 to be able to enchant at the maximum levels. Select an ordinary book, then select the book-shaped box in the crafting table.
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At the same total costs in levels the cost in XP can still be different. How to Get the Best Enchantment in Minecraft (with Pictures) Enchanting Books 1 Open the enchanting table. There are multiple enchantment orders with the same cost in levels. These can be Skeleton Skulls, Zombie Heads, and Tallow Candles, etc. In order to prevent this, certain blocks known as Infusion Stabilizers can be placed around the Altar up to 3 blocks above and 7 blocks below the Runic Matrix within an 8-block horizontal radius.
Have at least one piece with protection, preferably the pants, or just enchant your entire armor set with protection (save for one situational enchantment on the chestplate).