In short: Carry a large reserve, dig a careful staircase and search the portal-room corridors deliberately.
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What is Stronghold Hunt?
The route from Eyes of Ender to an active End portal.
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How it works
Thrown eyes guide travel toward a stronghold and portal frames may already contain some eyes.
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
Carry a large reserve, dig a careful staircase and search the portal-room corridors deliberately.
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Common mistake to avoid
Digging straight down under the eye location can cause falls or lava exposure.
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