Guardian Aurum EA

Guardian Aurum EA is a specialized automated trading system developed exclusively for XAUUSD (Gold). It is designed for traders seeking precision through candle-based entries combined with multi-timeframe (MTF) trend confirmation. Optimized specifically for the M3 timeframe, this EA provides a comprehensive professional workflow: from intelligent entry detection to advanced position management and rigorous risk control.

Moving beyond basic grid managers, Guardian Aurum is a proactive trading system capable of handling Buy and Sell directions independently. The system employs a disciplined methodology: filtering every signal against a broader market context to ensure you are trading with the primary gold trend, never against it.

Key Features

• Candle-Close Confirmation: Signals are only triggered once a candle has closed, significantly reducing market noise and avoiding "fake-outs" entries.
• Multi-Timeframe (MTF) Filter: Every trade is cross-verified with higher timeframe trends to ensure high-probability setups.
• Independent Dual-Direction Trading: Buy and Sell grids are managed separately, allowing the EA to remain flexible in both trending and ranging (sideways) markets.
• Flexible Lot Management: Supports both fixed lot sizes and automatic lot calculation based on account balance to optimize capital compounding.
• Controlled Averaging Mechanism: When the market moves against a position, the EA utilizes a strategic averaging plan with customizable distance, multipliers, and level limits.
• Smart Overlap Logic: Includes a mechanism to use profits from winning trades to close out the oldest losing positions, maintaining a healthier margin level.
• Equity Protection: An integrated "Hard Stop" system allows you to set maximum drawdown thresholds (USD or percentage), automatically triggering alerts or closing all positions to preserve capital.

Best For

• Traders focused on professional XAUUSD automation.
• Those who prioritize MTF confirmation over high-risk "blind" grid systems.
• Users who value advanced exit logic (Overlap/Partial Close) to manage account drawdowns.
• Traders looking for a disciplined, transparent, and easy-to-operate gold trading solution.

Safety & Execution

• Symbol & Magic Number Lock: Operates strictly on the current chart and specific ID to prevent conflicts with other automated systems.
• Spread & Slippage Filters: Ensures trades are only executed under favorable liquidity and volatility conditions.
• Volume Control: Includes strict limits on the number of averaging levels and maximum lot sizes per level to prevent over-exposure.
• Visual Management: All internal exit levels and recovery plans are clearly displayed on the chart for full transparency.

Recommended Settings

• Symbol: XAUUSD (Gold).
• Timeframe: M3.
• Minimum Deposit: $500 (Recommended: $1,000+ for optimal risk management).
• Account Type: Hedging.
• Broker: ECN/Raw spread accounts are highly recommended.
• Infrastructure: A 24/7 VPS with low latency for optimal execution.

Main Settings Overview

• GENERAL
  • Magic Number: Unique identifier for the EA's positions.
  • Trade Direction: Choose between Both, Buy Only, or Sell Only.
  • Trading Method: Select trend confirmation logic. Recommended: Daily Confirmation for a conservative approach.
  • Lot Calculation Mode: Toggle between fixed volume or auto-calculation based on balance.
  • Risk Level: Risk percentage used for automatic lot sizing.
  • Lot Size: Base volume when fixed lot mode is used.
  • Max Spread / Max Slippage: Protects orders from adverse market execution.
• AVERAGING (DCA)
  • Distance Start (points): Minimum distance before the first recovery level is opened.
  • Distance Multiplier: Geometric factor to increase the gap for subsequent levels.
  • Lot Multiplier: Multiplier for volume at each recovery step.
  • Max DCA Levels: Maximum number of recovery positions allowed.
  • DCA Overlap Order Number: Specifies the level at which the overlap (partial close) logic begins.
• DRAWDOWN PROTECTION
  • Drawdown Mode: Choose between Disabled, USD-based, or Percentage-based protection.
  • Trigger Amount (USD / %): The specific loss threshold to activate protection.
  • Enable Alert / Auto Close: Automated actions taken once the threshold is reached.

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTE

The default Point settings in Guardian Aurum EA are engineered for universal compatibility across both 2-digit and 3-digit Gold (XAUUSD) pricing. The EA features an internal auto-calibration logic that ensures your distance settings remain consistent regardless of your broker's decimal precision.

• Automatic Scaling: A setting of 100 points will be executed as 100 points on 2-digit brokers.
• 3-Digit Precision: On 3-digit brokers, the EA automatically maps that same setting to 1000 points internally to maintain the intended market distance.
• User Advantage: This eliminates the need for manual re-calculation when switching between different broker price feeds.

Guardian Aurum EA delivers a practical, disciplined, and transparent approach to gold trading automation. By combining intelligent entry filtering with professional recovery tools like Overlap, the system provides the stability required for sustainable long-term success.

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