Original Title: "Virtuals Points Comprehensive Guide: Understanding Acquisition Channels for Efficient New Token Launch Participation"
Original Source: Shenchao TechFlow
New token launches and "social media engagement" have become two important ways to earn profits in the crypto market. The former needs no further explanation, while the latter refers to increasing influence by writing posts related to projects on social media to earn tokens or points. Recently, the combination of these two methods has generated significant wealth effects, particularly with the Genesis Launch of Virtuals. (Related reading: “Is Virtuals Back? A Deep Dive into the New 'Old Token Launch' Gameplay of Genesis Launch”)
In simple terms, Genesis Launch is a method that allows you to earn "priority purchase rights" for popular new AI proxy tokens by holding $VIRTUAL tokens and earning points. This method has yielded substantial returns over the past month. According to publicly available data, there have been over 24 new AI proxy tokens launched in the Genesis Launch as of last week, with returns ranging from 4 to 128 times at their all-time highs, averaging a return of 32 times.
(Image source: X: @thesmartape, compiled by Shenchao TechFlow, data as of May 21)
In an increasingly challenging crypto market, even without considering the size of the amounts you can participate with, the return rate from pure new token launches is already quite impressive. The key element of Genesis is Virgen Points, which are the points required to participate in new token launches. The more points you have, the more projects you can participate in, making it essentially the ticket to this gameplay. Since the launch of Genesis Launch a month ago, the rules and methods for acquiring points have also undergone some changes. I have compiled historical information to help you quickly understand the current design and acquisition methods for points, thereby improving the efficiency of new token launches.
Quick Overview of Virgen Points
The original intention of Genesis Launch is for AI proxy projects to gain broad community support at the early stage of their launch, while users participate through points. The official white paper states that the Genesis mechanism replaces traditional opaque sales with "open, quantifiable participation," rewarding those who truly contribute to the ecosystem. This contribution is quantified using points.
The higher your points, the higher your priority in the allocation of new tokens, and you may even receive additional protocol support airdrops. Points can be accumulated through staking $VIRTUAL tokens, trading AI proxy tokens, or posting related content on X (the so-called "yapping").
It is worth mentioning that the points rules have recently been adjusted; for example, the original "diamond hand rewards" have now been integrated into the multiplier mechanism of green lock tokens (details will be explained in the next chapter), making the points gameplay more dynamic and introducing new strategic requirements for players. To help you quickly grasp the core points and considerations regarding points, we have organized the following table to present key information.
Two Methods of Acquisition Explained: Active Earning + Passive Giving
Accumulating enough Virgen Points is the first step. The Virtuals Protocol offers two main ways to earn points: Daily Active Bonus (DAB) and Daily Direct Points (DDP). These two methods have their own characteristics and are suitable for different types of players.
Daily Active Bonus (DAB): Dual Boost from Staking and Trading
Daily Active Bonus (DAB) is one of the core ways to earn points, but it requires your active participation and manual collection every day. The first step to earning points from DAB is to stake AI proxy tokens, specifically Genesis Agents and Regular Agents;
Regarding these two types of AI proxy tokens, the former are tokens released through Genesis Launch, usually from newly launched AI proxy projects, which often have high appreciation potential but may also be subject to lock-up or cooling periods; the latter are tokens not released through Genesis Launch, which may come from secondary market purchases or other channels. These tokens have higher liquidity, but the point multiplier may be lower than that of Genesis Agents.
The purpose of staking proxy tokens is to demonstrate your support for the ecosystem by locking these tokens, thereby earning daily point rewards. The specific steps are as follows:
· Prepare Tokens: Ensure that your wallet holds Genesis Agents or Regular Agents tokens. You can obtain Genesis Agents by participating in the Genesis Launch or purchase Regular Agents on the secondary market (such as decentralized exchanges).
· Access the Staking Page: Log in to the Virtuals official website (https://app.virtuals.io/points) and go to the "Stake" page.
· Choose Staking Contract: You can stake through the official Virtuals staking contract or the whitelist project contract. The official contract is usually operated directly on the official website, while the whitelist project contract may be a dedicated contract for specific AI proxy projects (to be checked on the project page).
· Confirm Staking: Select the number of tokens to stake, and upon confirmation, the tokens will be locked, and you will start earning points from the daily active rewards.
You can stake through the official Virtuals staking contract (operated on the Virtuals official website) or the whitelist project contract. If you choose to stake through the whitelist project contract, be aware that these contracts typically have a 14-day unlocking cooling period (Delayed Agent Release, abbreviated as DAR). This means that once you stake your tokens, you cannot directly unlock or withdraw them within 14 days. This mechanism is designed to encourage long-term holding, prevent users from quickly arbitraging, and ensure the stability of the ecosystem.
During this period, you can still earn daily staking point rewards normally, but if you unlock early (some contracts may allow early exit but will incur a loss of some rewards), it may affect your point multiplier and even trigger other penalty mechanisms. Therefore, it is recommended to confirm your financial planning before staking to avoid losses due to early unlocking for short-term needs. When staking, the status of the tokens will directly affect your DAB earnings. Virtuals categorizes tokens into three states: Green Lock, Yellow Lock, and DYOR (unlocked).
Among them, green lock tokens refer to tokens that have been unlocked for more than 7 days by developers, symbolizing a longer lock-up period and reflecting the project party's long-term commitment. The purpose of the official green lock mechanism is to reward players who align with the ecosystem for the long term. If you stake green lock tokens, you will receive an additional point multiplier (usually 1.5 times or higher, depending on the token).
In addition to staking, trading $VIRTUAL or proxy tokens can also enhance the multiplier of daily active rewards. The larger the trading volume, the higher the multiplier. Community player experiences suggest that waiting for a price drop within 24 hours after a new token launch to buy can reduce costs and increase points through trading. However, it is important to note that daily active rewards are not automatically distributed; you must manually collect them every day, or you will miss out on that day's point rewards.
Daily Direct Points (DDP): Passive Earnings from Staking and Yapping
Compared to DAB, Daily Direct Points (DDP) are more "passive," requiring no manual collection, as the system automatically distributes them to your wallet. DDP is suitable for players who prefer low operational costs, and here are four main acquisition methods:
1. Stake $VIRTUAL to Earn veVIRTUAL: By staking $VIRTUAL tokens on the Virtuals platform, you can earn veVIRTUAL, which not only allows you to automatically receive DDP daily but also enables participation in on-chain governance and protocol-supported airdrops (such as Axelrod and Bizzy). Holders of veVIRTUAL are often seen as long-term supporters of the ecosystem, with greater earning potential. Even if you do not participate in Genesis Launch but directly hold $VIRTUAL, the returns over the past month have still been considerable.
2. Stake $VADER for Core Token Boost: $VADER is humorously referred to by the community as the "G.O.A.T." (Greatest of All Time) and may be the core token within the Virtuals ecosystem. Directly staking $VADER will automatically earn you DDP, making it suitable for players seeking stable returns.
3. Stake $KAITO for Automatic DDP: If you hold 5,000+ $KAITO (i.e., sKAITO), you can also automatically earn DDP. The difference between $VADER and $KAITO is that $VADER is the core token of the ecosystem, potentially more related to governance and long-term returns, while $KAITO is more suitable for larger players, with the 5,000+ staking threshold making it a "VIP channel."
4. Write Something, Participate in the Community to Earn Points: By posting high-quality content related to the Virtuals Protocol or its AI proxies on X, you can automatically earn DDP. This method is known as "yapping for points" and is very suitable for smaller players. The official recommendation is that maintaining consistency in content is key.
For those who wish to write to earn points, it is important to note that "consistency" here refers to the frequency, theme, and quality stability of the content you post on X. Specifically, you need to achieve:
· Consistent Frequency: Regularly post content rather than being inconsistent. For example, consistently publish 1-2 pieces of content related to Virtuals daily or weekly to establish a stable output rhythm.
· Consistent Theme: Content should always revolve around the Virtuals Protocol or its AI proxies, avoiding deviation from the topic. For instance, you can continuously follow the developments of a specific proxy (like the previously popular $VIRGEN), sharing its launch progress, price analysis, or user experience.
· Consistent Quality: Maintain the depth and value of the content, avoiding low-quality "fluff posts." High-quality content typically includes in-depth analysis (such as interpretations of the Genesis Launch mechanism), project updates, or user experiences.
Not Good at Writing? Consider Taking a Shortcut
If you feel that you are not good at creating original content, the Virtuals points system also supports earning points through "replies." This strategy allows you to build on others' discussions and quickly accumulate points through high-quality responses, achieving a "shortcut." According to the Virtuals official white paper, the points distribution algorithm monitors all user activities on X, including original posts and replies, prioritizing rewards for behaviors that increase community engagement and project exposure.
So the question arises, how do you narrow down the scope of replies and discussions?
External KOL @Octop3s has summarized 50 social media accounts most relevant to Virtuals, including the official Virtuals account, AIXBT, and well-known external KOLs. Feeding portal: Click here. Replying to posts from these accounts, especially content related to the Virtuals ecosystem, will be recognized by the algorithm as "valuable interaction," thus automatically contributing to your passive point growth.
If you are not good at original content, consider using others' posts as a basis for extended discussions. For example, if a user mentions the launch plan for $Bizzy, you could reply: "I previously participated in the launch of $VIRGEN and felt that the Genesis Launch mechanism was very fair; the distribution rules for $Bizzy have XXXX differences…" This type of reply not only participates in the discussion but also showcases your experience, making it easier for the algorithm to recognize.
However, it is important to note:
First, earning points through replies requires linking your X account to your Virtuals account. We will not demonstrate how to bind it here; just follow the prompts on the personal profile page of the official website to bind it.
Second, low-quality or irrelevant replies (such as emojis or single-word responses) may be ignored by the algorithm and could even affect your points rating; purely fluff posts do not add much to your points.
Points Strategies for Big and Small Players
If you hold a significant amount of $VIRTUAL or Genesis Agents tokens, here are some actions you can take:
· Prioritize Staking Low Market Cap Green Lock Tokens: As mentioned earlier, green lock tokens (with a developer lock-up period exceeding 7 days) can provide additional point multipliers (usually 1.5 times or higher). Larger players tend to choose low market cap green lock tokens for staking, as these tokens offer more significant multiplier benefits.
· Enhance Point Multipliers Through Trading: Wait for a price drop within 24 hours after a new token launch to buy, and then sell when the price rebounds. This operation can not only enhance point earnings but also potentially yield trading profits. For example, trading $5,000 worth of tokens may increase your daily reward multiplier by 20%-30%.
Smaller players are usually new users with limited funds, holding fewer tokens (for example, $100-200 worth of $VIRTUAL). This group aims to accumulate points through low-cost methods, participating in the Genesis Launch of small to medium-sized projects to gradually build up earnings.
· Earn Points Steadily Through Yapping: For example, you can share updates on the launch of $VIRGEN, analyze the Genesis Launch mechanism, or document your new token launch experiences; simultaneously, use replies to achieve a shortcut.
· Manage Points and Participate Timely: Set reminders for point expiration to ensure usage within 14 days.
Of course, the above methods can be pursued simultaneously, with no strict distinction in funding amounts.
Conclusion
As more players join, competition for points will inevitably intensify, and the resources allocated to each person will gradually decrease. This means that future Genesis Launches will require higher strategies and execution from users. For users, Genesis Launch offers an opportunity to explore new token distribution models, but it is essential to remain rational during participation and develop suitable strategies based on personal resources and market conditions.
After all, whether through staking, trading, or social media interaction, any method requires a balance of time, energy, and risk management. Overall, the Genesis Launch mechanism not only supports the early development of AI proxy projects but also brings new directions for thinking about token distribution models in the entire crypto market. However, its long-term effects remain to be observed, especially after market enthusiasm wanes; how to maintain community engagement and project attractiveness will be a key challenge for Virtuals.
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