In Brief
- Introduction of Bonded AXS (bAXS): Axie Infinity unveils bAXS to function alongside AXS as the primary token in gameplay, facilitating a healthier economic flow within the ecosystem.
- New Land Gameplay System – Terrariums: Replacing the Homeland with Terrariums, focusing on active participation in earning rewards and enhancing land utility.
- Two Strategic Airdrops: Aimed at rewarding committed players, the initial airdrop’s snapshot will occur on February 5, with subsequent distribution and a planned second airdrop to further incentivize long-term engagement.
bAXS: A New Core Token for Lunacia
Axie Infinity is introducing a significant update with the launch of Bonded AXS (bAXS), a new token set to redefine the economic structure within its universe. bAXS is designed to coexist with AXS, which will now serve as the reserve currency. The introduction of bAXS is part of a broader strategy to make the token economics within Axie Infinity more sustainable by encouraging reinvestment and spending within the ecosystem. Over time, bAXS will become the primary token for various in-game functionalities such as ascending Axies, breeding, forging, staking, and participation in future Axie experiences.
Terrariums: The Next Evolution of Axie Land
In a move to realign with its original vision, Axie Infinity is transitioning from Homeland to a new system called Terrariums. These are envisioned as dynamic environments where Axies can thrive through activities like mini-games, expeditions, guild-based systems, and collection of various items. Terrariums are designed to be a crucial method for players to earn bAXS actively, aligning land ownership with active ecosystem participation. This system is targeted for an MVP release in Q2 2026, coordinated with the activation of land-based bAXS emissions.
bAXS Airdrop 1: Snapshot Approaching
The first airdrop of bAXS is aimed at rewarding the ecosystem’s most active users and is scheduled with a snapshot on February 5. The eligibility criteria include having at least 10 AXS staked, with the total pool for this airdrop being 100,000 bAXS. Factors such as Axie Score and the total AXS staked will influence the distribution, which is set to occur at the launch of bAXS.
bAXS Airdrop 2: Expanding Distribution
Axie Infinity plans a second airdrop to further expand the reach of bAXS and incentivize deeper involvement within the ecosystem. Specifics are still forthcoming, but the framework focuses on factors like Axie Score and the total staking weight, including bAXS previously staked. This structure is intended to reward players who partake in the first airdrop and continue to stake their bAXS, enhancing their eligibility for the second airdrop.
A Strategic Reset Toward Axie’s Roots
The introduction of bAXS, the transformation into Terrariums, and the strategic airdrops are not merely additions to Axie Infinity’s features. They represent a fundamental realignment towards the original visions of the game, focusing on a participatory-driven economy and robust community engagement. By differentiating reserve value from reward circulation and redefining land utility, Axie Infinity aims to create a more unified and resilient ecosystem where long-term, active players are the cornerstone of growth and reward distribution.