always pvp

Not necessarily. Anarchy usually means almost no rules. Always PvP is narrower: combat is always enabled. A server can keep PvP on everywhere while still moderating cheats, spawn camping, or certain grief tactics.

Often there is a protected spawn area so players can load in and get oriented, but the point is that you cannot make yourself safe on demand. Outside spawn, most of the map stays dangerous.

Bring what you can replace: basic armor, a weapon, blocks, food, and a clean escape option. Pearls and a water bucket are huge. If potions are accessible, prioritize getting away over trying to win every fight.

They split their wealth. Multiple stashes, hidden chests, and ender chest storage if available. Bank often, travel light, and keep a backup kit so dying costs time, not your whole run.

Whatever is strongest for the version and rules. On modern versions that often means shield and axe timings, crossbows, and heavy movement play. If crystals or anchors are allowed, fights can flip into fast, brutal area control around beds, portals, and choke points.

Solo works, but it is unforgiving. Teams claim space and recover faster. Solos survive by staying low-profile, running tight logistics, and only committing when the position is favorable.