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The Lunacian focuses on Axie Infinity, covering updates, economic strategies, in-game currencies, and community engagement. It details developments like SLP's policy changes, new tokens, seasonal competitions, partnerships to enhance accessibility, and gameplay enhancements. The platform aims for player inclusion, rewarding gameplay experiences, and strategic growth.

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Origins Season 11 Epic Era is LIVE!

138 implied HN points • 04 Dec 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Digital Assets Blockchain Collectibles
  1. The Epic Era of Origins Season 11 has started, and players can compete for a share of a 24,000 AXS prize pool. It's a great time to jump in and try to earn some rewards!
  2. Collectible Axie holders can gain extra rewards by finishing the Epic Era at a high rank while holding their collectibles. These rewards come in the form of Collectible Chests filled with tickets that can earn AXS.
  3. The costs to mint Runes and Charms have been lowered, making it cheaper for players to upgrade their Axies. This makes the game more accessible and fun for everyone.

The Wings of Nightmare is LIVE!

828 implied HN points • 21 Nov 24
🔮 Crypto Blockchain Gaming NFTs Digital Currency Metaverse
  1. The Wings of Nightmare event is now live, allowing players to evolve specific base parts into limited-edition Nightmare Parts. There are only 39,000 Nightmare Parts available, so it's important to act fast!
  2. Players can explore two new realms called the Dream World and Nightmarescape, which are filled with fascinating creatures and challenges. Entering these realms requires sleep, and there's a risk of not returning.
  3. To evolve parts and earn rewards, players need to gather certain materials and use the App.axie platform. There are also chances to obtain Nightmare bodies through special actions, making this event exciting for participants.

The Wings of Nightmare Is Coming

782 implied HN points • 18 Nov 24
🔮 Crypto Blockchain NFTs Gaming Virtual Worlds Digital Assets
  1. The Wings of Nightmare event starts on November 21, introducing new Nightmare parts for Axies. Axies can evolve to gain these special parts, but there's a limited supply.
  2. With Nightmare parts, Axies can become collectibles with added benefits, like earning Fortune Slips. This can increase their rarity and give them new looks.
  3. To get a Nightmare Body, players must devolve existing parts, which has a 5% chance of success. Keep in mind that once transformed, the original body is lost forever.

Introducing the Wings of Nightmare Rewards

552 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
🔮 Crypto Blockchain Tokens Gaming NFTs Rewards
  1. The Wings of Nightmare event starts on November 21 and includes exciting Axie races for rewards. Players can earn a variety of prizes such as Mystic Axies and AXS by participating.
  2. There's a special raffle where players with Nightmare parts and bodies can win over $50,000 in prizes. The more parts you have, the more raffle tickets you get, boosting your chances of winning.
  3. Top ticket holders in the raffle can nominate one of their Nightmare Axies for a lasting legacy. It's an opportunity for collectors to gain recognition along with their rewards.

Ronin Meetup BGC!

506 implied HN points • 18 Nov 24
🔮 Crypto Gaming Blockchain Community Events
  1. There's a Ronin meetup happening in the Philippines this Thursday. It's a great chance to see old friends and meet new people.
  2. The event will feature a live show from TheRoninRadio. It should be fun and interesting for participants.
  3. If you register early, you'll also get some cool merch. Don't forget to secure your spot!
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Axie Classic Competitive S6 is LIVE!

598 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Blockchain Online Communities Digital economy
  1. Axie Classic Competitive Season 6 is happening for four weeks, with lots of AXS rewards to earn for guilds and players. This is the last chance for guilds to get Placement Points before the next Guild War.
  2. New features like Axie Delegation and Level 2 Card Effects are now part of the game. Players can delegate their Axies or test 33 new card effects in the Cursed Coliseum.
  3. The Guild Point system has been updated to reduce player burnout. Now, only the highest points per player count, and a new guild chat feature allows for better communication among members.

Lunacia’s Q3 State of the Nation Address

644 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
🔮 Crypto Blockchain Gaming Tokenomics NFTs Web3
  1. Lunacia is thriving with a growing number of players and transactions. The community is becoming more active with game participation and collectible trading.
  2. Collectible axies are becoming very popular, driving a lot of trading activity recently. Special features and events have increased their value and appeal.
  3. Overall revenue for the Axie ecosystem is steadily increasing. Small actions, like sales and fees, are adding up to significant income for Lunacia.

The Origins S11 Preseason is LIVE!

414 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Game Development Community Engagement
  1. The Origins S11 Preseason has started, allowing players to try new features like the Haunted House and Axie Delegation. Get ready for exciting gameplay and rewards!
  2. Players can earn extra rewards by entering the Haunted House battles and testing upgraded Runes. Winning can give you a chance for cool prizes!
  3. Three special tournaments are coming up, giving players a chance to test their skills. Be prepared to compete for prizes in the Preseason Era Cups!

Introducing the Good Manager Leaderboard

230 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🔮 Crypto Blockchain Gaming Rewards Management Delegation
  1. The Good Manager Leaderboard is a new way for managers to earn rewards by tracking how well their delegated axies perform in games. Managers can now see their rankings and compete for prizes based on Axie Experience Points (AXP).
  2. Managers in Axie Classic can start checking their stats right away, while those in Origins and Homeland will get access soon. This adds a competitive edge and helps managers see how they're doing each month.
  3. There's a total of 1,500 AXS available as monthly rewards based on AXP earned, encouraging managers to increase their scholars' gameplay and participation. It's a great opportunity for managers to earn more while leading their teams.

Congratulations to the AxieGov Hackathon Winners!

690 implied HN points • 09 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Blockchain Gaming Community Governance Events
  1. Cyborg Lemur, Daniboo, and Howler won the AxieGov Hackathon. They created great projects that will help the community understand the Axie Infinity Treasury better.
  2. Many contributors helped organize the hackathon, showing strong teamwork within the Axie community. This effort helped bring out individual talent to build useful tools.
  3. There will be more events like this in the future. The team plans to continue improving the projects and getting feedback from the community.

Welcome to the Origins Season 10 Postseason!

368 implied HN points • 16 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Blockchain Esports Digital Assets
  1. The Season 10 Elite 8 Tournament is happening on October 20th, where eight top players will compete for the championship and 3,000 AXS prize.
  2. Collectible Axie ticket rewards are coming soon, and they will help determine your share of the 7,000 AXS prize pool based on how many tickets you earned.
  3. New features are on the way, including Rune Upgrading and two new starter axies, Shu Fen and Temujin, which will bring exciting changes in the next season.

Introducing Axie Buddies!

276 implied HN points • 21 Oct 24
🔮 Crypto NFTs Gaming Community Social media Digital Art
  1. Axie Buddies is a new Instagram account showcasing fun Axie art in a doodle style. It's a great way to find fresh content about Axie Infinity.
  2. There are contests happening now where you can win Axies by sharing the Axie Buddies account with your friends. Just follow, like, and share their posts to participate!
  3. The creators of Axie Infinity want you to help spread the word about Axie Buddies, as every new follower could become part of the Axie community. They’re looking for your ideas on fun Instagram content too!

Axie Adventure is LIVE in Homeland!

322 implied HN points • 17 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Blockchain NFTs Digital economy
  1. Axie Adventure is a new feature that lets players use their NFT Axies to fight in battles, putting more strategy into the game. Players can earn rewards by climbing the leaderboard.
  2. There are new mechanics like Adventure Fatigue and Combat Levels that affect how often Axies can be used in battles and how strong they can be, adding depth to player decisions.
  3. Players can earn AXP in battles and participate in special events for bonuses. Plus, there's a weekly leaderboard to reward the best players with items and upgrades.

Origins Season 10 Final Era is LIVE!

322 implied HN points • 09 Oct 24
  1. The Final Era is here, with a huge prize pool of 24K AXS up for grabs. Players will compete for top spots on the leaderboard and exclusive rewards.
  2. An Elite 8 tournament is happening soon where the best players will compete for a share of a 3,000 AXS prize. This tournament will feature new gameplay elements like Meta Morph.
  3. Collectible axies have gained popularity in battles, and the Collectible Leaderboard will be retired after achieving its goal. Players should prepare for exciting final matches before the offseason.

Introducing the Axie Game Stats Discord Bot!

230 implied HN points • 16 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Software Community Web Apps Bots
  1. The Axie Game Stats Discord Bot is now live, helping players track in-game stats for different Axie games like Origins and Classic.
  2. You can use commands to find individual player stats, guild performance, and even recent match history easily in Discord.
  3. The bot is new and will keep getting updates and features. Players are encouraged to share feedback to help improve it.

Axie Delegation is LIVE!

184 implied HN points • 17 Oct 24
🔮 Crypto Gaming NFTs Blockchain Community
  1. Axie Delegation is now available, allowing players to rent out their NFT axies like a scholarship. This means managers can earn benefits from their idle axies while scholars can play with better axies without needing to buy them.
  2. There's a new Delegation Center where players can manage their delegated axies easily. You can bulk delegate or revoke access from there, making it super simple to keep track of everything.
  3. The delegation feature will expand to other Axie games, but it won't be the same for all games right away. Each game will have its own rules and details for how delegation works.

Forging is LIVE on App.axie!

46 implied HN points • 07 Nov 24
🔮 Crypto Blockchain Gaming Digital Assets NFTs Economy
  1. Forging is a new feature on App.axie that allows users to burn materials and create new on-chain items. This adds a fun new layer to the Axie experience.
  2. The first items you can forge are Super Cocochoco and Dark Flame, each providing different benefits to your Axies. Players need to meet certain requirements to access these items.
  3. In the future, more consumables and types of items will be available for forging, expanding the ways players can interact with the Axie universe.

$Pixel Is Coming!

1334 implied HN points • 05 Jan 24
🔮 Crypto Tokens Gaming Web3
  1. The new $PIXEL token will be the premium in-game currency for Pixels.
  2. Players can expect features like guilds, pet mints, and quality of life enhancements with $PIXEL.
  3. Participating in the Play-to-Airdrop 2.0 campaign can earn players a chance to receive $PIXEL tokens.

Introducing AXP in Homeland!

736 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Gaming NFT Ecosystem Metaverse Gameplay
  1. Earn Axie Experience Points (AXP) in Homeland to enable axie evolution and dynamic NFTs by engaging in various activities like gathering, producing, crafting, constructing, upgrading, combining, and dismantling materials.
  2. There is a daily cap of earning up to 10,000 AXP per axie in Homeland, with the reset happening every 24 hours at 00:00 UTC.
  3. Assign your NFT axies to your land plots in Homeland to start earning AXP, and remember that the AXP earned is specific to each axie.

Origins Season 7 is LIVE!

828 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🔮 Crypto Gaming Rewards Updates Crafting
  1. Origins Season 7 is live with intense battles and a Hybrid Leaderboard system offering over $640,000 in rewards
  2. Increased AXP in Origins allows for faster leveling of axies, with added AXP Booster for quicker gains
  3. Collectible Leaderboards and new items like Runes and Charm Boxes enhance the season grind for players

Axie Classic Dev Update - March 2024

598 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Web3 Tokens Community
  1. Guilds are being introduced to Axie Classic, creating a sense of community and allowing players to support each other, share tips, and celebrate successes.
  2. The Guild Update includes features like the Guild Axie Vault for sharing Axies and learning new strategies, as well as a Guild Treasury for sharing rewards and making the game more rewarding.
  3. The game is focusing on attracting web3 and Ronin gamers, establishing guilds to cater to different player types and implementing balancing efforts to enhance gameplay experiences.

RON is now available on GCash!

506 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🔮 Crypto Digital Currency Blockchain Philippines
  1. RON cryptocurrency is now available on GCash, offering Filipinos more options to buy, sell, and hold RON in the Philippines.
  2. Regulatory challenges facing Binance in the Philippines may result in fewer onboarding options onto Ronin, so the partnership with GCash is important to offer a stable and compliant platform for users.
  3. To buy RON on GCash, users can log into the app, navigate to GInvest, click on GCrypto, top-up their crypto wallet using GCash, and look for RON, AXS, or SLP to start trading.

Origins Season 7 Final Era Is Here

460 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
  1. Origins Season 7 Final Era is here, with only 7 days left. Top 8 players qualify for the Elite 8 tournament.
  2. Leaderboard rewards for the Final Era include 22,050 AXS and $262,000 in total prizing. Players have a chance to win cool avatars and a border.
  3. Quality of Life Updates for Origins include improvements like New mass disenchant UX and fixing the _Invisible Bug_ for mobile users.

Axie Champions is LIVE!

368 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Gaming NFTs Mobile Web3 RPG
  1. Axie Champions is a Match3 Puzzle game where you can play with your own axies and earn rewards. The game resembles Axie and involves strategy in team building for success.
  2. To play Axie Champions, download the game on Android, connect your Ronin Wallet, and start playing with your own axies. Earn off-chain CUBE rewards that can be exchanged for AXS.
  3. In Axie Champions, utilizing Affinity Advantages and proper team building is crucial. Understanding different Axie classes and their relationships enhances gameplay and victory chances.

Axie Classic Guilds are LIVE!

276 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. Axie Classic Guilds are now live, allowing players to create or join guilds for competitive advantages.
  2. Players can now deposit AXS and SLP, withdraw SLP, earn Contribution Points, and hire fellow Guild members' axies.
  3. Register for the Grand Tournament to accumulate Guild Points and climb the Guild Leaderboard, with prizes up for grabs.

The Origins Season 7 Postseason has Begun!

276 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
  1. Origins Season 7 Postseason is starting with new features like a collectible leaderboard, balancing changes, and tournaments with prize pools.
  2. Elite 8 players will battle on a livestream for the Season 7 crown, and rewards are based on Collectible Tickets earned by players.
  3. The upcoming Offseason will include Elite 8 Tournament, Season 8 Preseason with balancing changes, and a tournament with AXS prizes.

Homeland Founder’s Note

276 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Blockchain Community Engagement Economics NFTs
  1. Leadership and Accountability: Founders taking control of Homeland roadmap and committing to align development with community vision.
  2. AXS Rewards and Game Economics: Addressing issues with distribution of Play-to-Earn funds and enhancing balance in reward systems.
  3. Homeland Stabilization: Plans to fix bugs, remove unpopular mechanics, reintroduce leaderboards, and improve communication with community.

Origins Season 7 Epic Era is Live!

230 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
  1. Rare Era winners are Poison-Sleep teams, a first for that comp in Origins.
  2. Epic Era offers higher rewards than Rare Era, with increased stakes and more intense battles.
  3. AXP issuance adjusted to reward players for hard work and skill in the Origins game.

Homeland Beta is LIVE!

230 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Gaming NFTs Blockchain Community Updates
  1. Axie Infinity's Homeland Beta is now live, allowing players to cultivate land plots or become Stewards.
  2. New players can join Homeland by downloading the game on Mavis Hub, applying to become a Steward through the Land Delegation Marketplace, and starting to play upon acceptance.
  3. Gameplay in Homeland includes gathering materials, producing and crafting items, and engaging in Passive Adventure to equip NPC adventurers for battles.

The Path Ahead For Homeland

138 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Community Development Feedback Innovation
  1. Return to foundational Axie building principles: focus on iterative development, community involvement, social features, and cross-platform accessibility.
  2. Revamp Homeland gameplay by emphasizing social strategy, quicker gameplay, and reducing clicking for better user experience.
  3. Introduce combat elements, avatar axies for social interaction, AXP integration, and restructured Moonfall quests to enhance the player experience in Homeland.