PAID Network Presents the Participation Guide for the AETHER GAMES Launch on Ignition
Aether Launch Basics:
Token Info
Fundraiser goal: $1,000,000
Type of Launch: Capped
Token ticker: $AEG
Token Price: $0.04
Raising On: Polygon
Raising In: USDC on Polygon
Vesting Schedule: 20% at TGE, 3 month cliff then linear vesting for 9 months
Early Pool: $800 000 Raise split
Open Pool: $200 000 Raise split
KYC: Mandatory for all participants based on project requirements
As we unveil the new Ignition v2 model featuring the Early Pool and Open Pool, participating in the Aether Games launch may seem a bit confusing. However, we have curated a quick guide to help you navigate and join our first launch of the year.
Please be advised that the Aether Games launch will be capped and will require KYC to be completed at least 24 hours prior to the opening of the Early and Open Pools.
User limits across both pools will be set to $15000. If any allocations have been purchased in Early Pool, the balance available to you in Open Pool will be $15000 minus the amount of allocation already purchased.
Before joining the IDO pools, please make sure you are eligible. The main thing that is required in order to be able to participate in IDO fundraises on Ignition, is having an Ignition account. We recommend creating an account in advance and registering your wallet to our website.
You can access our Aether Games launch in our Ignition Dashboard.
Early Pool opens 24 hours before Open Pool is only accessible for eligible participants: it’s necessary to have the 75,000 $PAID tokens (plus 2% staking fee = 76500 $PAID) staked at least 25 hours before the Early Pool opens, and those tokens must remain staked until the IDO fundraise has concluded.
Early pool closes 24 hours after it has opened and any remaining balance of the fundraiser is automatically added to the Open Pool.
How to Participate in Early Pool
Date: 26th February 2024
Open time: 11 AM UTC
Size: $800 000
Close time: 11 AM UTC on the 27th February 2024
Type of Launch: Capped with Guaranteed allocations
Guaranteed Allocation: The allocation will be based on the total amount available in early pool divided by the number of 75k stakers. For Aether games the Guaranteed allocation is $615.85 per 75k $PAID staked. Please ensure to include your 10 percent participation fee. For example, if you select a $615.85 contribution, an additional $61.585 will be included in your contribution totaling $677.435
The exclusive Early Pool is meant for those staking at least 75000 $PAID tokens.
Early pool will open 24 hours before Open Pool, giving ample time for you to fund your participation.
The participation fee for Early pool is 10% applicable only to your desired allocation amount.
Early Pool will offer 1 guaranteed allocation per 75K $PAID staked.
The allocation will be based on the total amount available in Early Pool divided by the number of 75k stakers,
For example: If the amount available in Early Pool is 800,000 and the number of 75k stakers are 1068, then the numbers will be:
800,000 / 1068 = $749 guaranteed allocation in Early Pool Per 75k Staked.
Early pool members will also have:
$15,000 — $749 = 14,251 remaining to participate in Open Pool
However, please note that for 150k staked the early pool members will have:
15,000–1498 = 13,502 remaining to participate in Open Pool.
20% of the Open Pool raise split will be available for Early Pool members to fill their allocations before Open Pool is available to a wider audience. In this prioritised Open Pool, they will be competing FCFS for allocations against other Early Pool members. Any allocation that is remaining from their $15k user limit can be used to participate in Open Pool on a FCFS basis alongside the wider community.
The numbers above are just an example and for reference, they are based on current stake numbers and can change by the time the snapshot for launch takes place.
KYC requirements: All users are required to KYC to participate in Aether Games for both early and open pools based on project’s requirements. This is to be completed at least 24 hours prior to the respective pools opening.
Step-by-step Guide to join Early Pool
1 Sign in to your Ignition account, ensure you have completed your KYC and connect your wallet.
Make sure to connect to the correct chain: the raise for Aether Games will be in USDC on polygon.
2. Navigate to the Early Pool and click the “Join Pool” button.
3. Follow the pop-up that will appear to confirm your purchase.
Please enter the amount of USDC you would like to contribute. Please take the 10% service fee into account, as this amount will be added to your total contribution amount.
4. After entering your contribution amount and agreeing to the rules, click the ‘Join Pool’ button.
5. Metamask will prompt you to confirm the transaction.
6. After you have confirmed, you will see the option to view your transaction on Polygonscan. Due to network congestion your transaction could take some time. You may consider speeding up your transaction or try again later, but within 24 hours of the Pool opening.
7. Once the transaction is confirmed, you will be able to see your total contribution amount, and the number of tokens you purchased.
8. If you wish to participate in Open Pool as well, you are free to do so. Keep in mind that Open Pool is on FCFS basis and make sure to join the pool at the correct time. Early pool closes 24 hours after it has opened and any remaining balance of the fundraiser is automatically added to the Open Pool.
9. After the IDO has concluded and the project has completed their Token Generation Event (TGE), you can navigate to the Vesting Portal for more information about your purchased tokens.
10. You should be all set! For more information, please browse through our other FAQ articles, and if that doesn’t work, you can contact our customer support.
Please be advised that the Aether Games launch will be capped and will require KYC to be completed at least 24 hours prior to the opening of the Early and Open Pools.
How to Participate in Open Pool
Date: 27th February 2024
Open time: 11 AM UTC
Size: $200 000
Close time: 11 AM UTC on the 28th February 2024
Type of Launch: Capped FCFS
Ignition’s public Open Pool is accessible to everyone! There is no requirement of holding a specific amount of $PAID tokens to participate in this pool. All you need to participate in Open Pool is an account on Ignition.
The KYC process is mandatory for all participants as per project request.
There will be a 10% service fee in place for every fundraise contribution that is made through Open Pool. For example: you choose a contribution amount of $100. When you participate, $10 must be added to your total contribution.
Open pool opens 24 hours after Early Pool and any remaining fundraising balance left in Early Pool is automatically added to the Open Pool.
20% of the Open Pool raise split will be available for Early Pool members to fill their allocations before Open Pool is available to a wider audience. In this prioritised open pool, they will be competing FCFS for allocations against other early pool members. Any allocation that is remaining out of their $15k cap can be bought in Open Pool on a FCFS basis alongside the wider community.
Step-by-step Guide to join Open Pool
1 Sign in to your Ignition account, ensure you have completed your KYC, then connect your wallet.
2 Navigate to the Open Pool and click the “Join Pool” button.
3. Follow the pop-up that will appear to confirm your purchase.
Please enter the amount of USDC you would like to contribute. Please take the 10% service fee into account, as this amount will be added to your total contribution amount.
4. After entering your contribution amount and agreeing to the rules, click the ‘Join Pool’ button.
5. Metamask will prompt you to confirm the transaction.
6. After you have confirmed, you will see the option to view your transaction on Polygonscan. Due to network congestion your transaction could take some time. You may consider speeding up your transaction.
7. Once the transaction is confirmed, you will be able to see your total contribution amount, and the number of tokens you purchased.
9. After the IDO has concluded and the project has completed their Token Generation Event (TGE), you can navigate to the Vesting Portal for more information about your purchased tokens.
10. You should be all set! For more information, please browse through our other FAQ articles, and if that doesn’t work, you can contact customer support.
Please keep in mind that certain countries are restricted from participation in IDO fundraises on Ignition. You can check the list *here*. The citizens of these countries are not allowed to participate in the Open Pool.
In celebration of the launch of Aether Games on Ignition, we are delighted to host a Gleam Contest where 10 lucky winners can win a share of $1000 worth of $PAID tokens. To enter, simply follow this link https://gleam.io/SRJsh/paid-x-aether-games-giveaway then complete a few simple tasks. Good luck 🍀
About Aether Games and Their Mission:
Aether Games is an innovative transmedia development studio that creates immersive gaming and entertainment experiences for both web2 and web3 audiences.
Their mission is to build a comprehensive gaming franchise that seamlessly integrates traditional gaming, blockchain technology, and engaging narrative content across various media formats.
They are committed to changing the gaming industry through accessible, engaging, and rewarding blockchain products. Their dedication to innovation and quality has attracted a loyal community, and they aim to continually push the boundaries of game development.
Aether Games brings its deep Hollywood connections and years of experience to the table, giving it a unique edge in snapping up and blending together some of the hottest intellectual properties. Their flagship, the Aether Trading Card Game or “Cards of Eternity,” is a perfect example, cleverly mixing various IPs in a way that echoes the success of Magic: The Gathering.
Aether Games Achievements
Aether Games raised over $12M in token presale and digital asset sales with support and backing from companies like PolygonVentures, NXGen, Ultra, MV Global, NakamotoGames, just to name a few.
In addition to these distinguished names, respected crypto veterans like Lark Davis, IvanonTech, VirtualBacon0x, AltCryptoGems, Miles Deutscher and numerous others lend their support to Aether Games. This collective backing underscores the widespread recognition and endorsement of Aether Games within the crypto and gaming communities.
Aether boasts a highly active community across all its social media channels, with 100k followers on X-Twitter, 55k members on Discord, and 44k members on Telegram. Their flagship game, Aether: Trading Card Game, has also garnered over 20k registered users.
A testament to their active community is its recent recognition as the #1 project on Zealy in both the “All time” and “Trendy” categories, surpassing other Web3 communities.
Aether Games is very well known, both in the Web3 space and beyond, thanks to their direct connections and collaboration with Hollywood stars, producers and contributors.
They are fuelled by an impressive team, helping shape over 500 projects, including renowned titles like League of Legends, World of Tanks, God of War, Smite, Star Wars Battlefront 2, and Hearthstone. Their legacy echoes through the gaming universe.
Aether: Trading Card Game
Aether: Trading Card Game is an e-sports ready, collectible card game set in the dark fantasy universe of Aether. Players can immerse themselves in real-time online battles, strategic gameplay, and customisable decks. Unlock powerful cards, craft unique strategies, and battle for rank and rewards in this fast-paced, deck building PvP trading card game with player-driven economy.
Availability and Mainstream Potential:
It is a multi-chain collectible card game primarily running on the Polygon network and is currently available via Epic Games. Epic Games has over 230 million users on its platform, representing a massive addressable market. However, Aether recognises the need to support multiple platforms, that’s why it’ll be available on Mobile, PlayStation, and Xbox very soon.
Gameplay:
Aether: Trading Card Game offers turn-based competitive play where players construct decks of Adventurers, Spells, Relics, and Creatures, engage in dynamic combat, and aim for victory by reducing the enemy Adventurer’s health to 0. Customise your decks, unlock powerful cards, and explore different play-styles.
Aether Saga
Aether Games is crafting a captivating short story series called Aether Saga, where they weave an immersive narrative with stunning artwork and animation in a fully CGI 3D cinematic dark fantasy series about Holda and Einar. The series presents the journey of these two intrepid adventurers navigating a mysterious world through a transparent portal, brimming with secrets and peril. Aether offers a distinctive art style and compelling characters, fostering player interaction to unveil hidden locations, easter eggs, and the world’s mysteries.
Watch: Aether Saga — Full CGI Short-film — Proof of Concept
Brilliant Cast:
The cast of Aether Saga features accomplished stars from the film industry, including Andrew Wincott, renowned for his roles in The Witcher and Sherlock Holmes; Sharon Mann, a notable voice actress recognised for her contribution to Titanic; and Vincent Haquin, acclaimed for his performances in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Parts 1 and 2, among others.
The Aether Social Hub
The Aether Social Hub is a comprehensive cross-game and cross-platform WebApp, featuring an account abstraction wallet that centralises players’ progress, collections, pets, characters, avatars, heirlooms, crafting resources, and cards. It supports auctions and enables direct player-to-player (P2P) asset trades and rentals. Additionally, it provides access to the Aether Vault staking program, enhancing the gaming experience by integrating various functionalities into a single, seamless platform.
Token Utilities
The $AEG token, functioning as an ERC-20 on Polygon, facilitates transactions between users, developers and businesses within the Aether universe.
Crafting In-Game and On-chain Items
The $AEG token is used as a crafting material to let users to customise in-game items in Aether Games, enabling multi-stage Card Awakening (merging of multiple tokenized cards with a chance of receiving a more powerful version of that same card). It is also used to turn cards into NFTs, converting game loot to tradable and rentable assets.
Staking in Aether Vault and Heirloom Nesting
The $AEG token is used for staking in the Aether Vault, a decentralised application for storing and managing $AEG tokens. Stakers earn rewards, receiving $AEG tokens or exclusive NFT rewards for holding tokens in the Vault. The $AEG token also nests within heirlooms, a cross-game dynamic NFT, lets players level up their specific heirloom.
Payment Solution: The $AEG token facilitates secure transactions as a payment solution in the Aether universe and marketplace. This enables users to securely buy and sell goods and services using the $AEG token within the marketplace.
Revenue Model
Aether Games offers a diverse range of digital assets to users in both web2 and web3. Their products include in-game items, virtual currency, and digital collectibles. With a presence in both gaming and blockchain industries, Aether Games has created a revenue model that harnesses the strengths of both sectors which includes but is not limited to:
Digital Asset Sales:
Aether Games generates revenue by providing in-game items, virtual currency (on/off-chain), and NFT-based collectibles.
Revenue through Branding:
Aether Games generates additional revenue through advertising, using its presence in gaming and blockchain to attract advertisers. Additionally, sponsorship deals with partner companies promote Aether Games’ products and services on their platforms.
IP Licensing for Revenue:
Aether Games licences its intellectual property, enabling third-party developers to use assets like characters, art, and music in their own games.
$AEG Token Revenue:
An additional revenue stream is created through $AEG token sales and secondary market sales while allocating some of these funds to support a staking rewards program and a buyback initiative.
Join Aether Everywhere!
Discord | Telegram Hub | AetherGames.io | Official Collections and Listings
X: Aether Games Inc | Aether Saga | Aether: Trading Card Game
Token Contracts (Polygon):
$wAEG: https://polygonscan.com/token/0xd31E99B72455dC526b56654B254EA07e3F889ed2
$AEG: https://polygonscan.com/token/0x79D10f4772709E89D24a62b81909943922Fcd77d
In celebration of the launch of Aether Games on Ignition, we are delighted to host a Gleam Contest where 10 lucky winners can win a share of $1000 worth of $PAID tokens. To enter, simply follow this link https://gleam.io/SRJsh/paid-x-aether-games-giveaway then complete a few simple tasks. Good luck 🍀
About PAID Network and Ignition
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