Would going to the end with some stacks of blocks to setup a hideout/bridge to the main island before going in with all my diamond gear be a good idea? I’m worried about getting knocked into the void before getting onto the main island, or is this a non-factor?
People have done it without armor or melee weapons, with a guitar hero controller, or even while playing as a fish. It’s nothing to be super afraid of.
Enchanted diamond armor, a good bow, 2 stacks food(to explore outer end afterwards), a couple golden apples, several stacks building blocks, a bucket of water, and you should be good to go.
If you really wanna go the extra mile, bring a good melee weapon, some regen/instaheal potions and some slowfalling potions, then you’re ultimately set. Good luck man. And as always, it’s important to know what you’re doing and not frantically run/jump around.