Ronin’s Newsletter

Ronin's Newsletter focuses on the Ronin blockchain ecosystem, highlighting developments in NFT marketplaces, decentralized gaming, and financial utilities. It covers updates on NFT launches, tokenomics, blockchain upgrades, and new game introductions. The newsletter aims to keep readers informed about Ronin's expansion, decentralization efforts, security measures, and partnerships to foster a comprehensive gaming blockchain experience.

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The hottest Substack posts of Ronin’s Newsletter

And their main takeaways

Mint FREE Kaidro NFTs on Ronin in Less than 24 Hours

98 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🔮 Crypto NFTs Web3 Blockchain Digital Art
  1. Kaidro is offering FREE Journal NFTs on Ronin for early supporters, granting exclusive benefits and access to upcoming releases.
  2. Minting a Kaidro Journal NFT is free and limited to one per Ronin Wallet, with the reveal happening around 24 hours after minting.
  3. Early involvement in the Kaidro NFT mint could lead to various community ambassador opportunities and rewards as the Kaidro universe evolves.

Apeiron's Ecosystem Token $APRS is Launching on Ronin!

73 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Blockchain Cryptocurrency Gaming Web3
  1. Apeiron's $APRS token is launching on Ronin, allowing users to purchase through partners at Impossible Finance between March 12th and 15th for $0.11 USDC per token.
  2. The $APRS token will have vesting and unlock requirements to ensure a sustainable ecosystem, holding investor token allocations in escrow until they vest.
  3. There will be community rounds for Apeiron NFT holders and the Ronin community to purchase $APRS, with key dates including a wRON staking period, APRS purchase period, and APRS claim period.

Kaidro’s Inaugural FREE Mint is LIVE!

24 implied HN points • 14 Mar 24
🔮 Crypto NFT Benefits
  1. Kaidro's Inaugural FREE Mint is currently live for the Journal NFT. Mint now within the next 24 hours to gain exclusive benefits and early access to upcoming Mech mint on Kaidro.
  2. Prepare to wait in the CrowdHandler Waiting Room due to high user traffic when minting the Journal NFT.
  3. Follow simple steps to mint the Kaidro Journal by visiting the Kaidro website, connecting your Ronin Wallet, and completing the minting process.

Pixels Players: the $BERRY Sunset has Begun

36 implied HN points • 13 Feb 24
🔮 Crypto Tokens Exchange Gaming Launch Community
  1. Convert $BERRY to in-game $PIXEL now through the Pixels dashboard before February 17th.
  2. Follow the step-by-step instructions provided to convert and deposit your $BERRY into $PIXEL within the game.
  3. The $BERRY token will no longer have in-game utility, and the exchange rate between $BERRY and $PIXEL will decrease every 72 hours, so it's recommended to make the conversion soon.

The Dawn of Ronin

73 implied HN points • 30 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Blockchain Gaming Infrastructure NFTs Web3
  1. Ronin blockchain has experienced significant growth in daily active users, market capitalization, and total value locked throughout 2023.
  2. The upgrade to Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) strengthened Ronin's security and decentralized the network, paving the way for more infrastructure development.
  3. Ronin introduced innovative features like Mavis Market for NFT creators, Ronin Name Service (RNS) for gamertags, and the Ronin Wallet with over 1.2 million new addresses in the past year.
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2024 Q1 Katana Liquidity Mining Program Update

24 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🔮 Crypto
  1. Binance listing RON has increased accessibility and trading depth for the token
  2. The Katana Liquidity Mining Program rewards are being adjusted to reduce inflationary rewards to liquidity providers
  3. The phased reduction of rewards aims to create better token price equilibrium and allocate more rewards for user growth campaigns

Introducing: Wild Forest

110 implied HN points • 25 Aug 23
🕹 Technology Gaming Blockchain Mobile devices NFTs Web3
  1. Wild Forest is an RTS game on Ronin with fast-paced PvP battles and card-collecting mechanics.
  2. Players will have exclusive early access to Wild Forest based on their holdings and participation.
  3. In Wild Forest, players build decks, claim territories, manage buildings, and engage in fast-paced PvP battles.

The Wild Forest Public Sale is Coming Soon!

12 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🔮 Crypto NFTs Ecosystem Tokens Blockchain
  1. The Wild Forest NFT public sale will start on February 22nd. Packs include various NFTs like Units, Skins, and coveted Lord NFTs, available for purchase with different cryptocurrencies.
  2. There are three types of Packs available: Standard, Premium, and Founder, each offering different content and chances of getting a Lord NFT. Purchase limits vary for each type of pack.
  3. In the game Wild Forest, Lords are vital for access to special features, Units make up the player's army, and Skins enhance the appearance of the units. The sale involves acquiring these diverse NFT collections.

RON is now available on GCash!

12 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🔮 Crypto Cryptocurrency Blockchain Finance
  1. RON cryptocurrency is now available on GCash for buying, selling, and holding.
  2. Filipinos can access RON, AXS, and SLP through GCash, expanding options for crypto trading.
  3. GCash's GCrypto feature offers a convenient way to buy, sell, and hold RON, AXS, and SLP through simple steps in their app.

Pixels is LIVE on Ronin

49 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23
🔮 Crypto NFTs Tokens Gaming
  1. Welcome to Ronin, where Pixels is now live!
  2. Earn $BERRY by playing Pixels and get ready for its availability on the Katana DEX.
  3. Learn how to adopt a Genesis Pet in Pixels through gameplay or at Carnival events.

Fight League is Coming to Ronin!

12 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Gaming NFTs Web3 Mobile games
  1. Fight League franchise is coming to Ronin with the launch of 'Fight League Survivor' game in Q1 2024.
  2. GMonsters, supported by MIXI, aims to pioneer Web3 entertainment through games, anime, comics, and physical merchandise.
  3. The closed beta of 'Fight League Survivor' will feature gameplay where players defend their avatar against monsters and bosses for 15-minute rounds.

Introducing Onmeta on Ronin!

49 implied HN points • 18 Aug 23
🔮 Crypto Emerging Markets
  1. Onmeta partnership gives more options to exchange fiat for crypto on Ronin, benefiting users in India and the Philippines.
  2. Onmeta enables UPI, bank transfers in India, and GrabPay, GCash, PayMaya in the Philippines.
  3. Onmeta allows for microtransactions as low as 100 INR or PHP, settling in less than 60 seconds, making token access faster for gamers.

RON Staking is LIVE on Saigon Testnet!

73 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
🔮 Crypto Staking Network
  1. RON Staking is now available on Ronin's Saigon Testnet.
  2. Testnet stakers can delegate RON to validators for practice before the upcoming DPOS migration.
  3. The dress-rehearsal for the DPOS migration helps test and prepare Ronin for the transition.

Rewards for the New RON Liquidity Pools Start Today!

73 implied HN points • 07 Feb 23
  1. Rewards for the New RON liquidity pools start today.
  2. Emission rewards from WETH pairs are transitioning to new RON pairs.
  3. To deposit into the new pools, visit the Katana Dex.

Securing Ronin

0 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Blockchain Security Gaming Testing
  1. Part 2 of the editorial series by Phuc Thai delves into security processes on Ronin.
  2. Ronin Evolution Proposals undergo a detailed staged process before deployment.
  3. Ronin employs rigorous testing, shadow forks, audits, and bug bounties to prioritize security.

Introducing the RON/PIXEL Liquidity Pool on Katana!

0 implied HN points • 19 Feb 24
🔮 Crypto Liquidity Gaming Market
  1. RON/PIXEL Liquidity Pool is introduced on Katana DEX for swapping using Ronin Wallet, making it convenient for users.
  2. For those preferring RON | RONIN for trading over Binance, the RON/PIXEL pool offers an alternative trading option.
  3. $PIXEL, the in-game digital asset for Pixels.xyz, is now available for trading with a total supply of 5 billion tokens.

Decentralization on Ronin

0 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Blockchain Ethereum Game Development Cryptocurrency
  1. Decentralization fortifies Ronin's security by distributing power and control across multiple participants, reducing vulnerabilities.
  2. Decentralization on Ronin aims for antifragility, ensuring the protocol can thrive even without the core team, but there are trade-offs like slower processes.
  3. Ronin is progressively enhancing decentralization with roles like validators, governors, and game developers each playing key parts in maintaining a resilient network.

The Machines Arena Beta Season 3 is LIVE

0 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Gaming NFTs
  1. The Machines Arena Beta Season 3 has started with a new 4v4 Ranked Mode for fair competitive play.
  2. Players can unlock exclusive skins and rewards during Season 3, with the opportunity to mint them as NFTs.
  3. Limited-time skins like Dragon Dancer and Amorous Archer are available only until March 12th, offering a unique opportunity for customization.

$APRS Token Sale: How to Participate

0 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
🔮 Crypto Staking Marketplace
  1. Prepare early for the $APRS token sale by staking wRON and meeting KYC requirements well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.
  2. The $APRS token sale involves three main phases: Staking Period, Purchase Period, and Claim Period, each with specific steps to follow.
  3. Following the steps outlined for the token sale, such as wrapping RON, purchasing $APRS tokens, and claiming them, ensures a smooth participation process.

The Machines Arena Skins are now NFTs on Ronin

0 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🔮 Crypto NFTs Gaming Blockchain Web3
  1. The Machines Arena skins are now mintable as NFTs on Ronin, allowing you to trade them with other players.
  2. The Machines Arena team has received awards for their game development, including Best Web3 Game from the GDWC.
  3. Players can earn rewards by signing up for The Machines Arena's Season 3 Closed Beta Test, including exclusive skins that can also be minted as NFTs.

The Kaidro Universe Joins the Ronin Movement!

0 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Animation Multimedia Web3
  1. The Kaidro Universe is expanding to include a new multiplayer action RPG within the Ronin Movement, starting as a webcomic and evolving into a multimedia experience.
  2. Gadget-Bot, the studio behind Kaidro, has an impressive background working on major projects such as Jurassic World and Transformers, collaborating with talent like Tim Hedrick from Avatar: The Last Airbender.
  3. Kaidro will introduce a story-driven multiplayer action RPG set in a post-apocalyptic world where players will battle magic users with mechs, offering a mix of PvP, PvE, and questing.

Introducing Sponsored Transactions on Ronin!

0 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Blockchain Cryptocurrency
  1. Sponsored transactions are being introduced on Ronin mainnet with the Neo upgrade and Miko hardfork.
  2. Sponsored transactions involve one address making a transaction that is paid for by another, offering new possibilities for game studios and players in Web3 gaming.
  3. The Neo upgrade and Miko hardfork are scheduled for February 26th at 7:00 UTC, so validators and RPC node operators should upgrade to Neo before that date.