History and Evolution of Crystal PvP in Minecraft

Introduction

• Crystal PvP is a prominent game mode in Minecraft.
• Discusses the evolution of Crystal PvP and its significance in the game.

Part One: Early Developments

2b2t Server (2016)

• Early PvP on the 2b2t server was primitive due to lack of gear.
• Players used hacks like velocity and breach, focusing on sword PvP.
• End crystals were present but not utilized effectively.

November 2016 - The 11-11 Dupe

• A duplication glitch known as the 11-11 dupe went viral, allowing infinite armor and end crystals.
• Initially, end crystals were not seen as valuable, used only as suicidal bombs.

Transition to Crystal PvP

• By March 2017, another dupe involving shulker boxes facilitated massive stockpiles of totems.
• Shift to end Crystal PvP as it was more effective against geared players.

Part Two: Purity Vanilla Era (2018-2020)

• Purity Vanilla server was created by a player named Penguin, allowing no hacks.
• Brought together skilled Crystal PvPers and facilitated team fights.
• Key players and creators during this period included Marlo, Theo 44, ItzRealMe, and more.

Evolution of Tactics

• Use of mechanics like slow fall arrows and anchors increased.
• Variability in kits: health potions, totems, bows, and swords remained.

Crystal PvP in Modern Times

Changes in 1.8.2 Update

• February 28, 2022, Minecraft's 1.8.2 update introduced fixed knockback to netherite swords.
• Resulted in a faster-paced and evolving PvP meta.
• Older players had an advantage due to familiarity with previous mechanics.

Update 1.9.3 and its Reversal

• December 7, 2022: End crystals did less damage, easily countered with gapples.
• Fixed in subsequent updates.

Contribution of Players

• Notable contributions by players like ItzRealMe, MiningBoom, Marlo, Theo 404.
• These players integrated strategies from other game modes.

Latest Developments

Update 1.9.4 (March 14, 2023)

• Explosion damage restored to previous levels.
• Shields could now block explosion damage, slowing the pace of combat.
• Introduction of controversial items like axes and shields.

Impact of Blast Armor

• Reduced knockback significantly, affecting combo strategies.

Anticipations for the Future

• Latest update 1.21 introduced items like the mace and wind charges.
• Potential for these to change Crystal PvP dynamics.

Conclusion

• The lecture provides a rough overview of the evolution of Crystal PvP.
• Ongoing changes and updates continue to shape the game mode.
• Speculations about future developments and their impacts.

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