Isn’t it refreshing to have a weekly check-in with BitBender about all the latest happenings in the Gala Games ecosystem. There’s never a shortage of information, but getting it all out to the community can sometimes present a challenge. That’s why we’re here week after week with Ahead of the Game, the new Gala Games podcast.
Jason was excited about the newly kicked off Gala Games leaderboard in DragonStrike. Have you played DragonStrike yet? More details can be found in the blog below.
Jason is never afraid to take on the tough questions. See for yourself! The community always has some great questions for him.
Check out the big new feature leak at 41:55!
That’s about it for last week, so now you’ll be ready for the new episode on Thursday at 4pm PT! Go ahead and set a notification now at the link below.
Jason will share more details about Rep, the new social media adventure coming soon to GalaChain. We’re psyched about that one and you should be too.
GalaChain will soon host a new web3 social media network called Rep with a dedicated Node network.
It’s time to officially announce that a groundbreaking new web3 social media network called Rep is coming soon to GalaChain. This adventure is set to demonstrate the remarkable potential of GalaChain, expand the Gala Games ecosystem to a wider audience, and elevate the overall Gala Games experience with cutting edge social features.
Your Data, Your Rep
In a world where data privacy has become a significant concern and online giants are clashing over control of social platforms, Rep is a breath of fresh air. This partnership between Gala Games and Rep goes beyond providing an engaging social media experience; it underscores our commitment to empowering users to own their data and regain control.
While the war between Twitter and Mark Zuckerberg’s competing social network, Threads, rages on, Rep aims to revolutionize the social media landscape with a user-focused approach. In stark contrast to tiring traditional platforms, Rep’s core ethos is to put control back into the hands of the users. Sound familiar?
GalaChain Fits Rep
The most beautiful part is the platform has already been built (with awesome geolocation and AR capabilities). The work ahead is about bringing it to GalaChain.
Check out the Rep preview!
For anyone concerned that using GalaChain to host a social media network would somehow dilute our mission–Rest assured that development and management of Rep are entirely in the hands of an extraordinary third-party team. While this project will level us up considerably, we barely have to spend any time grinding it.
As we have said over and over, we’re all about making the best games you’ve ever played. The best games you’ve ever played will always have an integral social component. That’s why it’s so important to support a social media platform with a vision as big as ours and (thanks to GalaChain), the web3 power to pull it off.
This platform will enhance your experience as a Gala Games player in countless ways, with no ongoing resources needed from the Gala Games team. This is where the GalaChain infrastructure we have worked so hard to build gets a chance to show the world what it can do.
The Journey of Rep
We can hardly wait for Gala Games treasure hunts!
A prototype of Rep has already been successfully built nearby (on the NEAR blockchain in fact), but in the coming months, it will transition to GalaChain. Here, it will be hosted by a network of Rep Nodes and fully integrated within the Gala Games ecosystem.
Rep Users will have multiple opportunities to earn rewards, whether operating Nodes, interacting with the network, or referring new users. Because Rep will be built on GalaChain, all users on Rep will have access to Gala Games ecosystem accounts. This includes access to a diverse range of exciting platforms such as Gala Games, Gala Film, and Gala Music.
Treasure Hunts on Rep
One of the most exciting things about Rep on GalaChain is the Treasure Hunt feature. The possibilities are virtually endless for things like scavenger hunts, quests, contests and more. Look for more information very soon about the first of these gamified social contests!
Gala Friends on Rep
Let’s cut right to the chase: we owe you a friend system. You need social features in your state-of-the-art gaming experience! One of the reasons we’re so excited about Rep is Gala Friends. You’ve been hearing about it for long enough–It’s time to make Gala Friends a reality.
Gala Friends will be among the first examples of a dedicated social network within the Rep ecosystem. Thanks to the immense capabilities of Galachain, we’re all about to level up and unlock the ability to create private label web3 social media networks of our own.There will be plenty of time for more information about that later, but you can go ahead and get excited about it now.
The Future of Rep
Stay tuned for detailed information about Rep from its development team, relayed to you through the Gala Games blog. As mentioned above, Gala Games is planning to host a Node license sale for Rep within the coming weeks. More detailed information will not be revealed until the new episode of Ahead of the Game with BitBender on Thursday, July 13th at 4pm PT.
Benefits for Gala Games
This partnership presents a unique opportunity to bring in a new audience of social media users who haven’t yet experienced web3. By providing the backbone and structure of the network, Gala Games allows Rep to decentralize its hosting and empower its users just as we do on the Gala Games platform.
The introduction of Rep on GalaChain marks the beginning of a new chapter, and illustrates the immense power and utility of GalaChain to the wider web3 world.
This is just the start, and we can’t wait to embark on this journey with all of you.
Stay tuned for more information about this exciting new platform and network, the upcoming Node license sale, and the many ways it will revolutionize the Gala Games experience.
In the rapidly evolving world of blockchain technology, the ability to adapt, rethink, and revise our strategies is vital for the growth and sustainability of our network. The dynamics of our ecosystem are complex, requiring a constant reassessment of our approaches. Previously, we explored the concept of a ‘bonus pool,’ a mechanism to allocate different types of points with varying weights. However, we found this approach presented several challenges, such as conceptual complications in weighting differing points and its lack of direct applicability to the operation of Nodes. As a result, this proposal was deemed unfeasible.
Instead, we’re opening up a discussion today on a new concept, one that focuses on the idea of ‘cumulative lifetime points’ and will apply to the entire Founders’ Node portion of the distribution. Before we delve into the specifics, it’s critical to underline that this is an exploratory dialogue, not a formal governance proposal. This conversation is an invitation for the community to ponder upon a potential restructuring of our ecosystem’s dynamics, moving it towards an even more decentralized future.
NOTE: In the event that this, or more likely a modified version of this proposal for discussion, is approved by a Founders’ Node vote, it would not go into effect until Founders’ Nodes had been converted into NFTs and were able to be freely moved throughout the ecosystem.
Now, onto the proposal. The ‘cumulative lifetime points’ proposition hinges on incentivizing the decentralization of Node operators. It is guided by an aspiration to maximize our network’s security and antifragility. We envision an optimal scenario where our network consists of 50,000 Founder’s Nodes, each one running on a separate machine and operated by a unique individual. This goal aligns perfectly with our commitment to enhancing decentralization, which stands at the very core of blockchain technology.
At the heart of this proposal is a logarithmic function designed to calculate bonus points based on the number of Nodes a user operates. These points are cumulative and add to the distribution every day, rewarding Node operators’ consistent participation. However, to maintain equilibrium in our ecosystem, these bonus points would be deducted when users mint their $GALA.
A significant aspect of this idea is the potential unlocking of Node NFTs. This enables users to have more control and flexibility over their Nodes, allowing them to mint, transfer, or sell their Node NFTs as they desire. This feature could stimulate increased dynamism within the network, encouraging further decentralization and bringing new blood into an ecosystem that has been seen as unapproachable by many.
To facilitate an understanding of this proposal and to encourage community interaction, we have created a Google Sheet that allows you to play with these variables and explore how different behaviors might work. You can make a copy and adjust the parameters to see the proposal’s potential effects.
As we navigate the potential of the ‘cumulative lifetime points’ structure, we invite your participation in this critical discussion. Your insights and perspectives are invaluable in evaluating this proposal’s merits and potential areas for refinement. Remember, this discussion is aimed at strengthening our ecosystem’s decentralization, and it is not a definitive governance proposal. Together, we can shape the future of our network, ensuring it remains resilient, secure, and truly decentralized.
Draft Governance Proposal: Implementing a Node-Based Cumulative Lifetime Points Structure with New Logarithmic Function to Advance Decentralization
Introduction
This governance proposal presents an innovative bonus points structure based on the concept of “Node-Based Cumulative Lifetime Points.” This strategy focuses on the number of Nodes operated by a user, aiming to counteract platform centralization and foster decentralization within our ecosystem. With the proposed system, cumulative lifetime points accrue daily, directly correlating with your active participation in our community.
Proposal Details
We propose the adoption of a new logarithmic function, P = 5.7*log10(N) (+1 if N=1), for the allocation of bonus points. Here, N signifies the number of Nodes a user operates, and P denotes the points awarded. Here are the points for various Node counts (N) using this function, rounded to two decimal places:
Using this updated logarithmic function, Node operation decentralization is encouraged.
Notably, new Founder’s Nodes joining our ecosystem will begin with the lowest Node bonus point total from currently operational Nodes, providing a fair starting point and ensuring that they are not disadvantaged by having to catch up from zero.
Cumulative lifetime points will be added to the distribution daily, rewarding consistent Node operators over time. However, these “bonus points” will be deducted when users mint their $GALA, maintaining a balanced ecosystem.
Please note, these values are approximate and may slightly differ due to rounding.
Conclusion
We believe that the Node-Based Cumulative Lifetime Points structure, supported by the new logarithmic function, will foster decentralization and discourage potential centralization issues. We invite all community members to participate in the discussion, ask questions, and express their views. Your active participation aids us in building a more robust, decentralized, and user-focused ecosystem.
Draft Governance Vote Node Proposal
Should the Distribution System integrate a logarithmically based cumulative lifetime points system for the Node Ecosystem?
Option 1.): Yes Option 2.): No
Example Data
This Google Sheet is provided solely for discussion purposes. Its contents are based on estimates and leverage randomly generated data to simulate specific behaviors. Please understand that these simulations may not accurately reflect real-world results or behavior. Use this data responsibly, acknowledging its hypothetical nature, and avoid making definitive conclusions based on these estimations. This is a tool for understanding the figures involved in the discussion, not factual reference.
Here’s the recap and replay of Ahead of the Game, the weekly Thursday show hosted by Jason “BitBender” Brink.
This train is really rolling now, with great new questions, awesome updates, exclusive interviews, and tons of great web3 knowledge, courtesy of our own President of Blockchain, BitBender!
On a special bonus stream last Tuesday, Jason took some time to talk specifically about tokens and in-game economies. If you want to hear about these important ecosystem topics from the best possible source, you’ll want to check out the replay of that AMA.
00:00 — Intro 02:43 — Invite to submit questions 04:40 — Journey toward decentralization of GalaChain 07:45 — Upcoming Node governance vote 09:24 — Cynister interviews XBorg 29:50 — DragonStrike 32:40 — Town Star 33:33 — Spider Tanks 34:57 — Last Expedition 35:50 — Mirandus
29:50 — DragonStrike
As announced in THIS BLOG, DragonStrike kicks off its inaugural Gala Games Leaderboard on July 6th. If you haven’t started playing yet, you better go to Dragon School!
34:57 — Last Expedition
There is a new summer build coming, and we can’t wait. Remember, Last Expedition Operators get ongoing access to the latest build!
35:50 — Mirandus
Jason talks about some goblin-slaying rewards from the recent playtest and briefly discusses NFT drops to Founder’s Node operators on GalaChain.
This is where the stream suddenly died 😟
But not to fear– Our incredible producer had it rebooted to a new stream in mere moments! Tune in next week for more delightfully seamless transitions like this one! 😂
Don’t worry BitBender! There’s still plenty of time to leak.
00:00 — Intro 01:42 — Community Interview with Faz 21:00 — Jason takes questions 38:45 — Social share and closing 39:55 — Jason draws a winner!
01:42 — Jason spends some quality time with CryptoFaz, one of the most well-known members of the Gala Games community who always offers valuable feedback!
21:00 — Many people think of the Q&A portion as the most useful part of this weekly podcast. Don’t miss this powerful community resource, especially if you have questions of your own.
39:55 — Jason finishes out the stream with an unexpected Twitter giveaway for anyone who retweeted the stream.
Thursday’s New Episode
We got some really exciting news to reveal on Thursday. If you want to hear about it before anyone else, make sure you tune into Ahead of the Game on Thursday, July 6th at 4pm PT!
Have you heard? Jason Brink is hosting a weekly Gala Games podcast called Ahead of the Game, every Thursday at 4pm PT!
We have come a long way from the small-but-mighty Discord community of our beginnings. Now it can be seriously tough to keep up with everything that’s happening in the world of Gala Games, but have no fear, Jason Brink is here weekly to guide you through the latest news and leaks–even if his plushy leek doesn’t show up correctly on screen (it’s green 🤦♂️).
Some changes are coming to the planned reward economy for the web3 Wild West battle royale, which will likely include a new reward token. Look for more info coming soon.
Unfortunately the second playtest of Eternal Paradox is now concluded, following a valiant effort by all competitors. Keep your eyes on Discord and Ahead of the Game to find out what comes next for Eternal Paradox!
Finally before calling it a day, Jason took 15 minutes of questions straight from the community in Discord. There may be some hidden gems in there, or perhaps a sneak peek of an exciting upcoming platform feature!
You never know what you’ll hear on Ahead of the Game. But remember, we’ll pull the recording down if it turns out that BitBender said too much, so be sure to watch live!
Set a notification for Thursday’s new episode at the link below!
