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bAXS is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 506 implied HN points • 26 Feb 26
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  1. bAXS is live and functions like AXS inside the Axie ecosystem, letting you stake, breed, ascend, evolve, mint Runes/Charms, and pay for in‑game actions while remaining non‑transferable outside Axie.
  2. A first airdrop from a 100,000 bAXS pool is coming soon; eligible wallets (those with at least 10 AXS staked at the snapshot) receive allocations based on Axie Score and staked amount, and you can claim/check your allocation on App.Axie.
  3. Staking is consolidated on App.Axie (legacy staking page deprecated); bAXS can be staked for AXS rewards and full voting power, and converting bAXS to AXS uses an Axie Score–based rate that can reduce returned AXS with the difference going to the treasury to encourage in‑ecosystem use.

Atia’s Lab Log Entry #1

The Lunacian • 1012 implied HN points • 09 Feb 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. A major new dungeon boss tied to core lore is being added, and original weapons have been revamped with new basic attacks and stronger ultimates while several new weapons remain work-in-progress and need bug fixes.
  2. Combat is shifting to solo axie play to increase skill and depth, adding mechanics like Dash, enabling internal PvP testing, and experimenting with a high-risk mode where losing items or your Axie on death is possible.
  3. The bonded AXS (bAXS) token and staking system are under security audit and heavy testing, with minting, bAXS→AXS swap logic, staking flows, and tier progression being finalized before user-facing visuals are prioritized.

Welcome to Origins Postseason 16

The Lunacian • 46 implied HN points • 18 Mar 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. The Elite 4 finals take place on March 22 with a livestream at 7PM PH / 6AM EST where four top players will compete for the season crown.
  2. Tournament rules require each player to register three distinct teams of three axies, follow part-overlap restrictions and no swapping, and matches use a double-elimination, first-to-3 format with a twice-to-beat Grand Finals advantage for the undefeated player.
  3. Prizes include a 1,200 AXS purse plus an Origin Axie for the champion, and a separate 10,000 AXS season pool will be distributed based on collectible tickets (15,838,917 tickets at 0.63135629 mAXS each), with AXS sent to players' Ronin addresses in the coming weeks.

Lunacian Lounge Recap EP3:

The Lunacian • 552 implied HN points • 06 Feb 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Sky Mavis will take big swings in 2026, shifting to a more aggressive and transparent approach to restore the Axie economy and regain market momentum.
  2. bAXS will be a non-tradable in-game balance usable 1:1 for core Axie activities and convertible to liquid AXS at rates tied to a player’s Axie Score; a 100,000 bAXS airdrop will be distributed from a Feb 5, 00:01 UTC snapshot to wallets with at least 10 AXS staked.
  3. Axie Homeland will be sunset and replaced by Terrariums, a persistent land system where Axies generate bAXS and EXP, land items add functional utility, and an MVP is planned for the first half of 2026.

Origins S16 is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 506 implied HN points • 21 Jan 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Origins Season 16 is live with the same Elite 4 format, and players can compete for a share of an 80,000 bAXS season prize pool.
  2. Axie is introducing bAXS, a non-transferable token backed 1:1 by AXS that can be used for breeding, ascending, evolving, and staking, and converting bAXS to AXS will incur a Treasury fee that scales by Axie Score.
  3. Collectible axie holders who keep their collectible axie for the entire Rare Era and finish at Tiger rank or higher will earn Collectible Chests with Tickets redeemable for part of a 10,000 bAXS pool.
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Grand Arena Season 1 Is LIVE!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 110 implied HN points • 19 Feb 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Grand Arena Season 1 is live with a $1,000,000 prize pool across about 12 weeks, and you can enter daily fantasy contests (free or paid) to win gems and cash.
  2. mXP is the season’s non-transferable progression currency you earn by entering contests, spending Gems, collecting and upgrading cards, and your final payout is proportional to your share of total qualified mXP; higher-rarity cards also boost performance.
  3. Owning and training Mokis earns extra mXP and token rewards—training grants hourly mXP, Snacks give retroactive boosts, locked Mokis earn weekly mXP, and Champion Moki holders can get royalties; following social guides helps you keep up with the fast-changing meta.

A new token is coming to Axie!

The Lunacian • 230 implied HN points • 03 Feb 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. bAXS is a new bonded AXS token that works like AXS for actions such as evolving, staking, and in-game purchases, but is structured to encourage spending inside the Axie economy.
  2. There will be two bAXS airdrops; Airdrop 1 requires wallets to have at least 10 AXS staked by Feb 5 @ 00:01 UTC and distributes a 100,000 bAXS pool allocated by Axie Score and staked amount.
  3. Homeland will be replaced by Terrariums, a redesigned land system where axies can live, play mini-games, join guilds, and earn bAXS, with an MVP targeted for Q2 2026.

Moku Mini accessories are coming to Lunacia!

The Lunacian • 414 implied HN points • 13 Jan 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Moku Minis are limited-edition accessories you can equip to your axies and see in Atia’s Legacy Playtest 2 by purchasing and opening a Grand Arena Booster Box on the Ronin Market.
  2. There are six accessory types with capped supplies (like Moku Ratz Sacks, Moki Coins, Buff Mokis, etc.), and earned accessories will be airdropped to eligible addresses after January 19, with Moku handling remaining drops on a rolling schedule.
  3. To be eligible for the ultra-rare Ratz Fairy raffle you must complete three timed steps: open a Booster Box during Phase 1, buy 500 Gems in Grand Arena during Phase 2, and complete one Axie Bounty Board quest per day for seven days in Phase 2.

Introducing $50K in Moku Creator Bounties!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 245 implied HN points • 08 Jan 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. A $50,000 creator bounty program rewards content about Grand Arena over a 12-week period, with submissions accepted from January 12 to April 6 and anyone eligible regardless of follower count.
  2. The prize structure includes a shared pool (about $7,500 every 4 weeks, with an extra $7,500 if 100 approved pieces are reached) that pays roughly $150 per approved piece, plus a $5,000 bonus pool for weekly and top content awards; payouts are distributed every 4 weeks in Ronin (RON equivalent).
  3. Creators can submit many content types—threads, videos (30s–10min), art, memes, music, cosplay, and podcasts—via the submission form starting Jan 12, and entries are judged on quality, originality, and consistency while spam, stolen, or low-effort work won’t be rewarded.

BREAKING: AXIE AND RONIN SPOTTED LIVE ON PAWN STARS!

The Lunacian • 690 implied HN points • 11 Nov 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Pawn Stars introduced NFTs to a mainstream audience. Hosts Rick Harrison and Chumlee learned about crypto live, making it fun and accessible for their viewers.
  2. Collecting NFTs is becoming more popular, and shows like Pawn Stars help people understand their value and appeal. It's about enjoying the thrill of collecting, just like with rare items.
  3. There's a helpful Ronin Collector’s Guide for beginners. It shows how to start collecting digital items and understand the basics of using crypto wallets.

Axie and Ragnarok are joining forces in Axie Dungeon!

The Lunacian • 414 implied HN points • 04 Dec 25
đź•ą Technology NFTs
  1. The Axie Dungeon is now open in Ragnarok Online, where players can fight monsters to earn rewards like RON and Axie Coins. It's a limited-time event from December 4 to January 8.
  2. To participate, players need to talk to Professor A in Prontera and accept a mission to enter the dungeon. You can fight alone or in a party up to five players.
  3. Only players with a Season 9 Battle Pass can earn RON while playing, but everyone can join for free and collect other seasonal items.

Lunacian Lounge Recap: Combat, Dungeons, and Risk to Earn

The Lunacian • 368 implied HN points • 08 Dec 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Playtest 2 is planned for late Q1 or early Q2 2026 and will focus on multiplayer dungeons with risk-to-earn extraction to test how fun and accessible that loop feels.
  2. Combat is moving from squad-based to single-axie control so body parts can have active abilities, classes become clearer, and gameplay feels tighter and more expressive.
  3. The game will tightly integrate Axie systems — Codex, Core, AXP, collectibles, crafting, life skills, and Land — and roll economy features out in phases to keep progression meaningful and accessible.

Introducing Ronin Vanguard

Ronin’s Newsletter • 86 implied HN points • 28 Jan 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Ronin Vanguard is the public-facing Sky Mavis Growth Team for the Ronin ecosystem, serving as a bridge between the community, builders, and internal teams.
  2. They answer questions, gather and surface user feedback, connect creators and partners, join live events, and amplify community content to help improve Ronin.
  3. The team includes specialists across product, creators, growth, and support who are available on X and Discord as real people, and they expect constructive, harassment-free engagement.

You’ve received a new Axie Score!

The Lunacian • 1334 implied HN points • 19 Jun 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. An Axie Score shows how much someone contributes to the Lunacia community. A higher score means more influence over future decisions in the game.
  2. You can use your Axie Score to vote on community matters, and there are ideas to add more benefits like game access or special rewards.
  3. New badges are coming to recognize community contributions, and they will help increase your Axie Score, reflecting your involvement in the Lunacian community.

The Codex Accessory Design Contest is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 230 implied HN points • 28 Nov 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. You can create your own accessory design and submit it for a chance to win AXS prizes and have your design featured in The Codex.
  2. To enter, come up with an original idea, name your accessory, and fill out a Google Form by December 11th.
  3. Judges will look for unique designs that fit the Axie universe, and winners might see their designs turned into real items for the game.

Craft World: A Beginner's Guide

Ronin’s Newsletter • 24 implied HN points • 10 Feb 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Craft World is a free-to-play resource-management game with a fully on-chain economy on Ronin where the core loop is collect, craft, trade, and build using blockchain-tracked materials and DynoCoin.
  2. Progression revolves around repairing and upgrading your base (Town Hall, Exchange, Vault, Workshop, Mastery) and balancing power, production chains, and permanent choices like Workshop Points to optimize long-term efficiency.
  3. Earning comes from many paths—selling on the Exchange, Vault passive gains, community Masterpieces, Live-Ops, liquidity pools, and owning Water/Fire Dyno NFTs—so a patient, market-aware strategy beats short-term grinding.

Crypto Market Update

DeFi Education • 999 implied HN points • 09 Nov 23
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  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.

Open YOUR Grand Arena Booster Boxes now!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 49 implied HN points • 13 Jan 26
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. A Booster Box contains 30 Standard Packs (150 cards total), giving you lots of cards to build and merge lineups ahead of Season 1.
  2. Standard Packs have 5 cards and cost 300 Gems ($3), while Lucky Packs (1500 Gems) and Scheme Packs (600 Gems) offer different rarities and card types.
  3. Each Booster Box includes one Moku Mini Axie accessory and a chance at raffle prizes, and you can join Moku’s Discord pack-ripping events to open packs with the community.

Bucket Art

Breaking Smart • 74 implied HN points • 15 Dec 25
🎨 Art & Illustration NFTs
  1. A simple doodle evolved into a 41-piece iPad painting series called Bucket Art that uses the flood-fill (bucket) tool and pareidolia to discover motifs like waterfalls and ships.
  2. The hand-painted set was used to fine-tune a generative model on titles.xyz, letting many people create, mash up, and publish new Bucket Art images derived from the style.
  3. The platform links training images as NFTs to provide clear provenance and micropayment flows to contributing artists, enabling cheap, auditable, high-volume generative art and new creative-composability dynamics.

Ronin’s 2025 Year in Review

Ronin’s Newsletter • 61 implied HN points • 29 Dec 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Ronin saw real demand and engagement in 2025, with millions of users, hundreds of millions of transactions, strong marketplace presales, and popular experiences like Fortune Spin and Ronin Arcade driving activity.
  2. A large crop of builders drove growth—about 1,000 teams launched on Ronin and several games and collections delivered big presales, trading volume, and highly engaged communities.
  3. Ronin is shifting into growth mode for 2026 with a migration to an Optimism OP Stack L2, a new Proof of Distribution rewards system for builders, and a push to make onboarding and payments easier including real-world partnerships and retail integrations.

The Origins S15 Final Era is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 92 implied HN points • 11 Dec 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. The Origins S15 Final Era is live — jump into the arena now to compete for a share of about 21,000 AXS and other bonus rewards.
  2. This Final Era is your last chance to qualify for the Elite 4 tournament. Top players will battle for the season crown, an Origin axie, and a 1,200 AXS prize pool.
  3. Use Axie Check-In to stack points and redeem them for Runes, Charm Boxes, and Crafting Materials, and note that collectible axies earn more points to help in the arena.

INTRODUCING ATIA'S LEGACY — THE AXIE MMO

The Lunacian • 782 implied HN points • 06 Mar 25
đź•ą Technology NFTs
  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.

Axie Capsules are LIVE in Jin’s Fortune Spin!

The Lunacian • 414 implied HN points • 26 Jun 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Axie Capsules are a fun way to collect NFTs. You buy a spin for a chance to get a sealed capsule that reveals an axie NFT inside.
  2. Each capsule has a 25% chance of containing a collectible axie. There are different types of axies you can get, ranging from common to rare.
  3. If you buy five capsules, you can earn extra rewards like accessories and the chance to win special axies by completing specific quests.

Luna’s Landing is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 828 implied HN points • 15 Jan 25
đź”® Crypto 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
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  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.

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

The Fintech Blueprint • 275 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
đź’° Finance 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
đź•ą Technology 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

The Wings of Nightmare Is Coming

The Lunacian • 782 implied HN points • 18 Nov 24
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  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.

DeFi: Jupiter breaks Solana's airdrop records

The Fintech Blueprint • 196 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  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.

SOL deposits now supported on Ronin!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 36 implied HN points • 15 Dec 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Ronin Wallet now supports Solana, so you can send and receive SOL, hold Solana NFTs, and make cross-chain swaps between Solana and chains like Ronin, Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, BNB Smart Chain, and Polygon.
  2. You can import Solana addresses into Ronin Wallet using a seed phrase or private key, and using a seed phrase is recommended so you can enable Solana in your active networks and use multiple chains.
  3. The Solana integration works on web, extension, and mobile, making multichain portfolio management easier and helping builders onboard Solana users to Ronin apps without complicated bridging, which increases utility for RON.

Digital Art: The Next $1 Trillion Asset Class

tsalikhov • 353 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
🎨 Art & Illustration NFTs
  1. Digital art has grown 10X in 2 years, becoming a distinct asset class attractive to long-term investors.
  2. NFTs have caused a digital art renaissance, shifting power towards creators.
  3. There is a unique moment in art and culture due to frictions and inefficiencies being addressed by NFTs.

Lunacia’s Q3 State of the Nation Address

The Lunacian • 644 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  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.

Ronin’s Homecoming to Ethereum

Ronin’s Newsletter • 135 implied HN points • 15 Aug 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Ronin is transforming into a Layer 2 (L2) solution on Ethereum, focusing on improving gaming and launching new apps. This upgrade will make transactions faster and more secure.
  2. The new Proof of Distribution model will reward builders more fairly, ensuring that those who actively contribute to the ecosystem receive more benefits.
  3. Ronin aims to expand beyond gaming by venturing into areas like DeFi and payment solutions for emerging markets, starting first in the Philippines.

Introducing The Daily Edge

Onchain Wizard's Cauldron • 176 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  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.

Introducing the Wings of Nightmare Rewards

The Lunacian • 552 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  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.

Dream Temple’s Axie Maxi tee collection is LIVE!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 36 implied HN points • 01 Dec 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Dream Temple launched a limited-edition Axie Maxi tee collection with only 300 shirts available, each priced at $50 and designed in partnership with Axie and Ronin.
  2. The tees are sold exclusively on Dream Temple’s website where you pick size and shipping, and you can pay with RON, USDC, cash, or Ronin Wallet; shipping starts one week after order.
  3. Dream Temple is a lifestyle brand known for collaborations with crypto founders and projects, and this drop targets long-time Axie fans and Web3 fashion supporters.

Ragnarok Online Landverse America (ROLA) Grand Launch is LIVE!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 24 implied HN points • 18 Dec 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Ragnarok Landverse America has launched with new North and Latin American servers, so you can jump into the free-to-play Web3 version of the game right now.
  2. The update removes key trading restrictions, adds a single, cheaper Happy Mini Service Box, and introduces a NOVA Key mechanic that makes finding and exchanging rare item fragments easier.
  3. You can claim pre-registration rewards and earn more by hitting level milestones, completing challenges, forming and leveling a guild, and doing mission events — sign up, download the game, and connect a Ronin Wallet to receive assets.

Ronin Arcade is BACK!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 24 implied HN points • 18 Dec 25
đź”® Crypto NFTs
  1. Ronin Arcade is back for a short holiday season through December 25, offering free-to-play, family-friendly Web3 games including the new Flying Axie.
  2. Complete quests across Sunflower Land, Craft World, and Flying Axie to earn Arcade Points; redeem 100 points for a Mystery Key and use keys to enter the end-of-season raffle for NFTs, $FLOWER tokens, and in-game items.
  3. Season 2 is more beginner-friendly with no battle pass or pay-to-play requirements, cleaner quest design, and an invitation for player feedback.