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I put an elder Guardian under a Builders House so he can NEVER build...

Doni Bobes

14:36 · 524K views · January 24, 2021

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Some ConcernsReviewed June 2026

2Moderate Concerns

2Minor Flags

This Minecraft prank video is generally safe for children, though it contains heavy engagement baiting (begging for likes and comments) and a mild prank that involves tricking a friend. On the positive side, it is creative and humorous, teaches players about the elder guardian's mining fatigue mechanic, and ends with the creator apologizing and taking responsibility.

Content Breakdown · 4 Categories

Parasocial & Emotional ManipulationSome

The creator employs parasocial language by claiming friendship with viewers ('we're friends'), guilt-tripping for likes, and dangling a gift to encourage subscriptions, which may emotionally manipulate young audiences.

See evidence (3)

“you haven't clicked the like button you think that this is all a game you think we're friends here because we are but you know kissy real friends like each other's videos okay”

“don't forget to subscribe if you're new around here we're getting so close to two more subs and the second we hit two more baby i give you guys this a humongous gift trust me”

“come on like for like guys think about this it's a great deal”

Toxic Behavior ModelingA little

The prank of hiding an elder guardian to prevent another player from building is a form of malicious gameplay presented as funny ('it's so funny it's literally such a stupid idea'), which may model toxic behavior, though the apology partially mitigates it.

See evidence (2)

“i'm gonna hide a guardian so every time he tries to build he just keeps getting that stupid potion effect on it it's so funny it's literally such a stupid idea”

“i'm sorry for one killing you and two for putting an elder guardian underneath your house so you can't build”

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsSome

The video includes multiple manipulative calls-to-action: guilt-tripping for not liking, a like-for-like exchange with commenters, and a promise of a gift upon reaching a sub goal, which are designed to coerce engagement from young viewers.

See evidence (4)

“you haven't clicked the like button you think that this is all a game”

“every single person that goes down into the comment section and says donnie hello... i'll go to your channel and i'll like the video”

“come on like for like guys think about this it's a great deal”

“don't forget to subscribe if you're new around here we're getting so close to two more subs and the second we hit two more baby i give you guys this a humongous gift”

Playful & Fantasy ViolenceA little

The video contains fantasy violence typical of Minecraft, including killing another player in-game, which is depicted in a playful and consequence-free context.

See evidence (1)

“i'm sorry for one killing you”

What Parents Need to Know

Parents should know that this is a lighthearted Minecraft prank video with no strong language, violence, or sexual content. The creator repeatedly asks viewers to like and comment (engagement baiting), which might encourage kids to expect rewards for engagement. The video also models a mild prank (hiding an elder guardian under a friend's house) that is resolved with an apology and a laugh. Kids can learn about Minecraft gameplay, including potion effects and mob behaviors. The video is mostly harmless but may frustrate younger children who don't understand the joke or the game mechanics.

Talk to Your Kids About

1What did you think about Donnie's prank on Linux? Was it funny or mean?
2How would you feel if someone did that to you in a game?
3Why do you think Donnie kept asking for likes and comments? Is that okay?
4What did Donnie do at the end to make things right? Why is apologizing important?

I put an elder Guardian under a Builders House so he can NEVER build...

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What's This Video About?

I put an elder Guardian under a Builders House so he can NEVER build... w/ Doni Bobes - Minecraft 🎮 MY SERVER IP 🡆 PLAY.SKYBLOCKNETWORK.COM 👀 Subscribe to my OTHER CHANNEL! 🡆 https://www.youtube.com/c/DoniMinecraft 😁 FOLLOW ME HERE! 🡆 Twitter: www.twitter.com/Donibobes 🡆 Facebook: www.facebook.com/donibobes 🡆 Instagram: https://instagram.com/donibobes 🔊 Discord: http://www.discord.gg/doni 💜 Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/donibobes 🎵 TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@doni.bobes 👕 MERCH 🡆 http://donibobes.shop 🎥 MY EDITOR 🡆 https://www.instagram.com/saf1.k/ IF YOU'RE READING THIS... 👉 LIKE AND SUB PLS MUSIC USED 🡆 All by Kevin Macleod at http://incompetech.com

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

The video is recommended for children aged 6 and up. It contains no swear words or violence, but the prank and engagement baiting may be confusing or frustrating for very young children who don't understand the joke.

Is there any violent or inappropriate content in this video?

No. The video features only fantasy Minecraft gameplay with no real violence, weapons, or threats. The prank is a virtual trick and the creator apologizes at the end.

Why does the creator keep asking for likes and comments?

The creator uses engagement baiting, a common YouTube strategy to increase interaction. While not harmful, it can set an expectation that viewers should perform actions to please the creator. Discuss with your child that liking a video is a personal choice, not a requirement.

Does this video teach kids anything?

Yes, it teaches about Minecraft mechanics such as the elder guardian's mining fatigue effect, the use of milk to remove status effects, and how to use commands like /disguise and /locate. It also demonstrates creative problem-solving (transporting a mob with a lead).

Is the prank in the video mean or harmful?

The prank is a playful Minecraft trick—the creator hides a mob under a friend's house to annoy them. It ends with the creator confessing and apologizing. It's a mild prank meant to be funny among friends, but you can discuss with your child the difference between funny pranks and ones that hurt feelings.

Are there any manipulative or parasocial elements in this video?

Yes, the video includes mild parasocial manipulation, such as asking viewers to say 'Donnie hello' in comments in exchange for a like on their channel. This is a common tactic but may lead kids to think they owe something to the creator. Talk to your child about healthy online boundaries.