Proof of Play has announced the highly anticipated launch of $PIRATE, an ERC-20 utility token designed to enhance the gameplay and community involvement within Pirate Nation, a popular on-chain pirate-themed RPG game. The token generation event (TGE) has gone live today, June 13th, marking a significant milestone for the game and its community.

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More About Pirate Nation

Pirate Nation is an exciting pirate-themed RPG game that offers players a high-seas adventure filled with treasure, fun, and unexpected surprises. Players can collect and send pirates on thrilling expeditions, where they can gather materials for crafting, treasures, and pirate gold. As pirates embark on various adventures, they gain valuable experience points, allowing them to level up and increase their abilities.

Pirate Nation is a fully playable on-chain game, providing a seamless and immersive gaming experience. The game's ultimate goal is to create a vast and immersive world filled with countless adventures for players to enjoy. 

Token Distribution and Utility

Token Distribution and Utility

Token Distribution and Utilitywill play a crucial role in the in-game economy of Pirate Nation. With a total supply of 1 billion tokens, the distribution is structured as follows:

• 47% allocated to the community, with 31.9% claimable at TGE by participants of Seasons 0 and 1, and Founder’s Pirate NFT holders.
• 28% allocated to the development team.
• 13.25% reserved for the Proof of Play ecosystem.
• 11.75% is designated for investors and advisors.

$PIRATE can be converted into Gems, a non-transferrable in-game currency that serves multiple purposes. Gems, which are now available after the TGE, can be used to purchase additional energy, speed up quest timers, meet quest and crafting requirements, and participate in special game modes and events. These features provide $PIRATE with immediate and meaningful utility from day one.

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In-Game Achievements and Blockchain Integration

Pirate Nation recently concluded Season One with impressive statistics:

• 40 million transactions on the proprietary Apex chain.
• A peak of 1.4 million transactions per day.
• The Apex chain now ranks fourth in blockchain activity.
• 200 million PGLD (Pirate Gold) burned.
• Over 120,000 unique wallets have interacted with the Apex chain.

These accomplishments underscore the game's growing popularity and the robust infrastructure supporting its on-chain activities.

Enhancements and Community Rewards

Proof of Play is also introducing staking for Proof of Play Points, which will recognize and reward early supporters within the ecosystem. This initiative aims to further engage the community and incentivize active participation. A litepaper detailing the comprehensive utility of the $PIRATE token, including staking opportunities and its broader role within the Proof of Play ecosystem, was released leading up to the TGE.

Pirate Nation Litepaper

Getting Started with Pirate Nation

To join the adventure in Pirate Nation, players need at least one pirate, which can be purchased on platforms such as OpenSea, Trove, or Blur. Proof of Play also has its own marketplace which they recommend as players can find Ships & Items, as well as Founder's Pirates. Users can choose a captain to lead their crew, offering additional benefits in gameplay. Each pirate can gain levels, possess Elemental Affinity, and develop Expertise, all of which influence combat and quest outcomes.

The launch of the $PIRATE token marks a significant enhancement to the Pirate Nation experience, offering new ways for players to engage with the game and its community. Proof of Play's commitment to integrating blockchain technology with immersive gameplay sets a promising precedent for the future of on-chain gaming.