Best strategy for surviving the early-game Void?

From a technical perspective, the risk-to-reward ratio of early Elytra usage in a Hardcore run is rarely favorable, especially when the consequences of a mechanical failure are absolute. While viewers often enjoy the high-stakes "clutch" plays seen in LockDownLife’s series, the most "skill-based" way to secure the kill involves methodical preparation rather than luck. Bridging isn't necessarily a sign of a "coward"; it's a controlled variable. However, if you want to optimize for safety without sacrificing speed, the gold standard is carrying Slow Falling potions. It effectively negates the Void’s primary threat and allows you to pearl-clutch with a much wider margin for error. Relying on an early Elytra without Feather Falling IV is statistically a run-ender due to kinetic damage during panicked landings