In short: Prepare water breathing, night vision and appropriate gear; enter with a clear route and break line of sight between beam charges.
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What is Guardian?
An underwater hostile mob protecting ocean monuments.
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How it works
Guardians attack with a charging beam and spines; ocean monuments create difficult multi-directional encounters.
Based on established Minecraft mechanics and the released 2026 game drops. Java and Bedrock behavior, recipes, experimental toggles and available features can differ.
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How to approach it
Prepare water breathing, night vision and appropriate gear; enter with a clear route and break line of sight between beam charges.
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Common mistake to avoid
Exploring a monument with only a few spare air bubbles is a common way to lose equipment.
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