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INTRODUCING ATIA'S LEGACY — THE AXIE MMO

The Lunacian • 782 implied HN points • 06 Mar 25
🕹 Technology Gaming Cryptocurrency NFTs Software Development Online Communities
  1. Axie Infinity: Atia's Legacy is a new MMO set in its unique universe where players can explore and create communities. It's designed for both mobile and PC gaming.
  2. Players can pre-register for play testing and earn rewards by referring friends and creating content. This will start around Summer 2025.
  3. The game will feature squad-based combat, dynamic progression, and social interactions, all focusing on player-owned assets to enrich the gaming experience.

Jin’s Fortune Spin is LIVE!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 49 implied HN points • 26 Jun 25
🔮 Crypto Blockchain NFTs Gaming Tokens Marketplaces
  1. Jin's Fortune Spin lets you spin capsules for a chance to win cool prizes like land and collectible characters. It costs 15 RON or 10 USDC to play.
  2. There are extra rewards if you spin at least five times and complete a special quest. You can get a neat accessory and possibly win a rare character!
  3. This feature is new on Ronin Market and they want your feedback. It’s a fun way to collect items, similar to surprise boxes you might find in stores.

Jin’s Fortune Spin grand opening is in TWO DAYS!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 36 implied HN points • 24 Jun 25
🔮 Crypto NFTs Blockchain Digital Assets Marketplaces Collectibles
  1. Jin's Fortune Spin is launching soon, offering a fun way to collect NFTs by spinning capsules. You can choose to keep or sell what you win inside the capsules.
  2. Each spin costs either 15 RON or 10 USDC and reveals a random collectible, which can include rare items like Axies or land. It's like a surprise box for collectors!
  3. You can spin multiple times and have the option to sell back items you don't want. This gives you a chance to get the rare collectibles you really want.

Luna’s Landing is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 828 implied HN points • 15 Jan 25
🔮 Crypto Blockchain Games Tokens NFTs
  1. Luna's Landing is now live, and players can explore the rarest plots in the game. Landowners can play on their plots while everyone else can visit them in the Homeland.
  2. These plots have special features like starting at higher levels for resources, which means players can find better rewards nearby. This helps all players, not just landowners.
  3. Players with Luna's Landing plots will earn a lot more Ancient Coins than others, and there's a good chance they'll get bonus rewards like Moonfall Tickets.

The Wings of Nightmare is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 920 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.
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The Wings of Nightmare Is Coming

The Lunacian • 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

The Lunacian • 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.

Nio’s Nightmare Raffle Update

The Lunacian • 276 implied HN points • 20 Dec 24
🔮 Crypto Blockchain Gaming NFTs Community
  1. The winners of Nio's Nightmare Raffle will be announced on December 24th and a final ticket holder snapshot will be taken on December 21st.
  2. A new algorithm will be used to fairly select winners for the raffle, ensuring the process is random and verifiable by the community.
  3. The top six raffle ticket holders will get to nominate an Axie for a future comic series, adding a special recognition to their participation.

Lunacia’s Q3 State of the Nation Address

The Lunacian • 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.

Axie Adventure is LIVE in Homeland!

The Lunacian • 322 implied HN points • 17 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Blockchain NFTs Digital economy Game Mechanics
  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.

Introducing Axie Buddies!

The Lunacian • 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!

Crypto Market Update

DeFi Education • 999 implied HN points • 09 Nov 23
🔮 Crypto Market Trends Investments NFTs Regulation Trading Strategies
  1. Bitcoin's price might not go up much more right now, so some investors are selling it and looking for better opportunities in other assets like Ethereum or NFTs.
  2. Coinbase stock has grown significantly recently, showing that investing in established crypto companies can be a good strategy for long-term growth.
  3. NFTs are getting more attention again, with recent high-profile sales indicating a possible resurgence in the market.

Axie Delegation is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 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.

Ronin's Roaring 2024

Ronin’s Newsletter • 258 implied HN points • 07 Jan 25
🔮 Crypto Blockchain Gaming Tokenomics NFTs DeFi
  1. Ronin is growing fast, with a huge increase in users and games over the past year. A lot more people are now playing and enjoying games on the platform.
  2. Big-name partnerships are helping Ronin expand beyond just gaming. They are teaming up with companies like Binance and Coinbase to build a stronger ecosystem.
  3. Ronin is set to open its doors to everyone soon. This means anyone can create and join in on new projects on the network, making it an exciting time for developers and players alike.

The Golden Age of Ronin Starts NOW!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 159 implied HN points • 12 Feb 25
🔮 Crypto Blockchain NFTs Gaming Web3 Decentralization
  1. Ronin is now fully open for anyone to build smart contracts on its mainnet. This marks a significant moment in the development of Web3 gaming.
  2. There are many new games and decentralized apps (dApps) available on Ronin, with more being added all the time. This is a great opportunity to explore and engage with these experiences.
  3. Ronin is offering over $10 million in grants for builders. This encourages developers and creators to join the ecosystem and contribute to its growth.

DeFi: Frax Finance completes V3 rollout with on-chain bonds

The Fintech Blueprint • 275 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
💰 Finance DeFi Digital Assets Stablecoins NFTs
  1. Frax Finance introduces on-chain bonds called FXBs, resembling zero-coupon bonds and converting to FRAX stablecoin upon maturity.
  2. The emergence of interest-bearing stablecoin projects like sFRAX and USDe is likely to shift focus from non-interest paying stablecoins like USDT.
  3. There has been a significant growth in Total Value Locked (TVL) in tokenized securities with U.S. Treasury exposure, reaching around $790MM.

DeFi: Portal Network raises $34MM to bypass bridge hacks - will it also unify modular chains?

The Fintech Blueprint • 235 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🕹 Technology DeFi Digital Assets NFTs
  1. The system of bridging in DeFi faces challenges like inefficiencies, centralization, and risky synthetic asset replication
  2. Portal Network raised $34MM to create a decentralized exchange network without the need for bridges or custodians
  3. Portal Network's innovative features aim to address liquidity fragmentation and inefficiencies in cross-chain swaps

DeFi: Jupiter breaks Solana's airdrop records

The Fintech Blueprint • 196 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🔮 Crypto DeFi Airdrops NFTs Metaverse
  1. Jupiter airdropped $700MM in JUP tokens to Solana users, making it a top 10 largest airdrop of all time.
  2. Despite Solana's growth, it faced a significant downtime issue recently, highlighting the need for decentralization.
  3. Jupiter's tokenomics strategy of distributing tokens evenly and focusing on community growth has been successful in fostering user engagement.

Axie Champions is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 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.

Forging is LIVE on App.axie!

The Lunacian • 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.

Introducing The Daily Edge

Onchain Wizard's Cauldron • 176 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🔮 Crypto Altcoins DeFi NFTs Tokens Blockchain
  1. The Daily Edge is a new daily newsletter focused on providing insights on emerging tokens/projects in under 5 minutes.
  2. The newsletter highlights upcoming projects like Clustersxyz, Trestle, JUP Airdrop, and JUDGE AI.
  3. Solana dominates degen volume, but Ethereum is seeing a revival with projects like PepeFork gaining traction.

NFT Trading Contest: Lumiterra Edition

Ronin’s Newsletter • 98 implied HN points • 28 Nov 24
🔮 Crypto NFTs Trading Blockchain Gaming Rewards
  1. There is a Lumiterra NFT Trading Contest happening from November 28 to December 8, where you can compete for rewards by trading NFTs.
  2. The top 100 traders can share a prize pool of 14K RON, and you can also earn raffle tickets for more chances to win rewards.
  3. Make sure to trade Lumiterra NFTs worth at least $10 to earn raffle tickets and keep your trades within the contest dates to qualify.

Rumble Kong League is migrating to Ronin!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 61 implied HN points • 16 Jan 25
🔮 Crypto Blockchain Gaming NFTs Tokens Web3
  1. Rumble Kong League is moving to Ronin, which means players can now enjoy a unique mobile basketball game backed by NBA star Steph Curry. It's available for download on iOS and Android, so you can jump right into the game.
  2. The $FAME token will fuel the Rumble Kong League economy. Players can earn $FAME points now, which can be turned into on-chain tokens later, making it exciting for those who participate in the game.
  3. There are different types of NFTs in Rumble Kong League, such as Kongs, Rookies, and Sneaker NFTs. These give players special abilities and styles, enhancing both gameplay and digital ownership.

Welcome to Ronin, Transak!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 86 implied HN points • 06 Dec 24
🔮 Crypto Blockchain NFTs DeFi Onboarding Payments
  1. Transak is now a part of Ronin, providing more ways for users to buy crypto easily. It helps people convert their regular money into digital currency like RON and USDC.
  2. You can now buy NFTs on Mavis Market using a debit or credit card. This makes it a lot simpler and faster to get NFTs.
  3. Users in many countries can buy RON, USDC, and SLP directly with their cards through Transak. KYC checks might be needed depending on where you are.

I am Botto, a decentralized, autonomous artist governed by the people

DeFi Education • 539 implied HN points • 24 Feb 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Digital Art Generative Art NFTs Decentralization
  1. Botto is an artist that works without a human to direct it, relying on people for guidance. It uses technology to create art based on a wide range of images.
  2. This project operates as a DAO, which means the community can vote on artistic decisions. This helps the art to reflect the collective input of the people.
  3. Botto represents the growing field of generative art in the NFT space, showcasing how technology and creativity can come together. It pushes the boundaries of traditional art forms.

Homeland Founder’s Note

The Lunacian • 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.

Music NFTs: Passing Fad or Future of Music?

DeFi Education • 499 implied HN points • 09 Mar 23
🎶 Music Music Industry Consumer behavior Technology impact NFTs
  1. Music has changed a lot over the years, especially with technology. Today, artists can reach fans easily, but streaming often doesn't pay them well.
  2. True fans engage more than just listening. They buy merch and go to shows, which is why artists want to connect with them.
  3. Music NFTs can be a helpful tool for artists and their loyal fans. They don't need to change the whole music industry to be valuable.

How to Use a Block Explorer

DeFi Education • 1039 implied HN points • 19 Apr 22
🔮 Crypto Blockchain Investing DeFi NFTs Security
  1. A block explorer like Etherscan lets you see Ethereum addresses and their transactions without needing to run a full node. It's much easier than downloading all the blockchain data yourself.
  2. You can use block explorers to interact with smart contracts, mint NFTs, revoke token approvals for security, and check if influencers actually minted NFTs or were sent them by others.
  3. Checking token vesting schedules and verifying contracts is important to avoid scams. Always verify contracts and be cautious about unverified ones, as they can be tied to risky projects.

Joseph del Pesco & Jon Rubin: DAO of the DEAD

Do Not Research • 199 implied HN points • 28 Aug 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Digital Art NFTs AI Virtual reality Collective Intelligence
  1. Personal data can be collected and stored to create a digital twin, even tracking health issues and mental health over a lifetime.
  2. The concept of a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) operated by digital twins was explored, enhancing collective creativity and wealth management.
  3. The DAO of the Dead demonstrated autonomous decision-making, wealth management, and investment, transcending human limitations and authorities.

Welcome to Ronin, Fableborne!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 86 implied HN points • 13 Nov 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Blockchain NFTs Mobile Apps
  1. Fableborne is a free-to-play mobile game that combines elements of Diablo and Clash of Clans. It has attracted a lot of players, with over 100,000 joining in its second season.
  2. To start playing, you should create a Pixion ID and connect your Ronin Wallet at Fableborne.com. This will let you earn rewards and join the game's community.
  3. Essence is a special currency in the game that players earn through gameplay. There are different types of Essence, and holding certain NFTs can give you extra benefits.

What's the actual point of cNFTs?

The Superteam Blog • 117 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Blockchain NFTs Web3 Cryptocurrency Digital Assets
  1. NFTs have evolved into compressed NFTs (cNFTs) on Solana, enabling cheaper enterprise activities and efficient organization.
  2. cNFTs on Solana allow for easy scaling of content creation, with the ability to mint up to 1 million NFTs cost-effectively.
  3. cNFT tooling platforms like TipLink and Underdog Protocol are simplifying the frictionless minting and distribution of compressed NFTs within the Solana ecosystem.

Homeland Beta is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 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.

Goodbye NFTs?

DeFi Education • 559 implied HN points • 05 Nov 22
🔮 Crypto NFTs Blockchain Investing Digital Assets Technology
  1. The term 'non-fungible token' is not easy for people to understand and doesn't sound appealing. This makes it harder for NFTs to become popular.
  2. Big companies often change their names to sound better and connect with customers. This shows how important branding is.
  3. Rebranding can help new ideas like NFTs to be more accepted and embraced by the public. A catchy name might make a big difference.