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Getting started with Eternum

Dec 14, 2024

Hark, noble adventurers! The dawn of a new quest doth beckon thee. From the Sovereign Frontier, we bring tidings of a game that shall test thy wits, strategy, and courage. Yet fear not, for while the language of old doth set the stage, thou shalt find guidance plain and clear as the tale unfolds. Prepare thyself to enter the realm of Eternum, a wondrous on-chain game that unfolds upon the Starknet blockchain. Fear not, for this missive shall serve as thy guide to embark upon this epic journey with confidence and delight.

Players have been busy settling on realms and building resources throughout the week. Eternum, a fully onchain, massively multiplayer online(MMO) game built on Starknet went live this week with season 0. The game blends real-time strategy with empire-building elements reminiscent of classic games like Age of Empires and Civilization. It operates within the Realms ecosystem, where players can engage in strategic battles, resource management and in-game politics. Yes, you heard that right, politicking is a big part of the game. The game is already off to a great start accounting for almost 36% of transactions on Starknet.

Why bother playing this Game?

Onchain gaming might be experiencing a classic moment with games like Eternum. It’s early days in onchain gaming and games like this seem to be paving the way for what’s to come and also what seem possible. You get a first mover advantage and experience of gaming on the blockchain. This also means you get to experience all the bugs and lags. A bragging right you could have for the future, and lots of experience to make “Back in my day” onchain gaming jokes.

Back in my day, when onchain games launched, donkeys within the game turned into bugs 🐞 - player after 1 week of playing Eternum.

But perhaps a more motivating reason is the fortune one can amass playing the game.

Eternum is a Bountiful Game🏦

In Eternum, players can earn various rewards through different gameplay aspects and achievements. Here's a detailed breakdown of the rewards system:

🥇 Season Prize Pool💰

There’s a whooping 1million $LORDS prize pool, which is distributed as follows:

Individual Players: 300,000 $LORDS are distributed according to the Victory Points (VP) earned. The share of the prize is proportional to each player's VP contribution.
Tribes: The top 10 tribes split 300,000 $LORDS, with the first place tribe receiving the largest share down to the tenth place receiving the smallest

🥈 Achievements 🤔

Special Achievements: Players can earn rewards for completing notable in-game milestones or achievements. The exact achievements and their rewards are detailed later in the season to keep the gameplay dynamic.

🎛️ Content Creation 📺

Creator Rewards: Creators who produce content related to Eternum, such as guides, videos, or social media posts, can earn a share of a 200,000 $LORDS pool. The rewards are based on:
- Creative Excellence: Quality of content.
- Engagement: Interaction level with the content.
- Relevance: How well the content aligns with Eternum's themes and community.

🕹️ In-Game Resources and Tokens🪙

$LORDS: The primary currency of Eternum, used for trading, governance, and as a reward for various in-game activities.
Resource Production: Players can produce and manage resources like Wood, Stone, and rare materials like Dragonhide, which can be traded for $LORDS or used for construction.

🏗️ Hyperstructures

Victory Points: Completing or contributing to Hyperstructures grants one-time VP rewards upon completion. Additionally, holding shares in these structures provides ongoing VP, which contributes to your season ranking.

👯 Tribal and Alliance Benefits

Resource Sharing: Tribes can share resources, enhancing each member's capabilities.
Shared Hyperstructure Points: Tribes can decide to make Hyperstructures tribe-only, ensuring that only tribe members can contribute and therefore share in the VP rewards.

⛄ Seasonal Rewards

End of Season: At the end of a season, all assets are locked, but players can bridge out their $LORDS or withdraw from liquidity pools before the season ends, ensuring they retain value from their gameplay.

⚖️ Community and Governance

Governance: Through $veLORDS, long-term holders of $LORDS can stake their tokens to gain governance rights, influencing the game's direction and potentially earning from transaction fees.

How players feel after playing and winning in Eternum!

If you are ready, here’s how to go about playing.

Step 1: Setting Up Your Account

Choose a Wallet: You'll need a Starknet wallet. Use one like Argent or Braavos. Install it from your app store or browser extension.
Connect to Eternum: Once your wallet is set up, visit the Eternum Empire Page to connect your wallet. This is where you'll manage your game activities.

Step 2: Getting Your Season Pass

Join the Community: Head over to the Realms Discord. Here, you might snag a free Season Pass if there are giveaways.
Purchase If Needed: If free passes aren't available, you can buy one from the Realms Market. It’s cheap, think of it as a small entry fee for a grand adventure.

Step 3: Settling Your Realm

Choose Your Realm: When you start, you'll get to pick from different Realms. Look for one with good resources or near your friends for better coordination. Click 'Settle Realm' at the same time as friends to spawn close by.
Immunity: You'll have 24 hours of immunity once you settle, so use this time to build up your base.

Step 4: Building Your Empire

Start Small: Build Worker's Huts to increase your population, Farms for Wheat, and Fishing Villages for Fish. These are your bread and butter.
Resource Management: Each building needs resources to work. For example, Stone needs Wheat, Wood, and Coal to produce.
Donkeys: These are your transport method. Build a Market to produce Donkeys, as they're crucial for moving resources.

Step 5: Military and Defense

Train Units: Construct Barracks, Stables, or Archery Ranges to train units like Knights, Paladins, or Crossbowmen. Each has its strengths.
Defense: Use the 8-hour siege period to fortify or counter-attack if under attack.

Step 6: Engaging in Trade and Economy

The AMM: Use the Automated Market Maker to trade resources for $LORDS or vice versa. It’s like a magical market where you can swap goods.
Central Bank: If you capture this, you earn from trading fees. But be warned, it’s a hot spot for conflicts.

Step 7: Exploring and Expanding

Explore: Move your armies to discover new territories. Look for Fragment Mines, which are key for Hyperstructures.
Expansion: Take over other Realms or join forces to build Hyperstructures for Victory Points.

Step 8: Forming Tribes and Alliances

Join or Create Tribes: Align with others for shared resources and defense. Tribes can make or break your game strategy.
Diplomacy: Use NAPs (Non-Aggression Pacts) to avoid unnecessary wars, focusing on growth or strategic conquests.

Step 9: Winning Strategies

Hyperstructures: These massive buildings give you Victory Points. Start building them with your tribe or as a solo player.
Endgame: As the season nears its end, focus on earning Victory Points. Remember, when the season ends, you'll want to bridge out your $LORDS or withdraw from liquidity pools to keep your earnings.

Step 10: Enjoy and Learn

Play: Eternum is designed for you to enjoy, build, and conquer. Remember to have fun and learn from each season.
Community: Engage with the community. They’re there to help, share tips, and enhance your gameplay experience.

Eternum demands a blend of tactical acumen, economic foresight, and social maneuvering. Mastery over these elements, combined with the ability to adapt to the ever-changing in-game political landscape, will lead you to dominance. Remember, strategy evolves with each season, so keep learning, adapt your tactics, and always be ready for the next big play in this on-chain empire-building saga.

You need to be strategic to win in Eternum!

Thus concludes our guide, noble adventurers. May your strategies be sound, your alliances strong, and your victories in Eternum be tales sung by bards for generations to come. Fare thee well on your quest, and let the spirit of adventure guide you through the realms of Eternum!