| Project Name | Axelar Robot NFTs Season 2: Strengthening Interchain Culture Post-Proposal #199 (initial phase: 3 months, extendable) |
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| Description | “Following the approval of Proposal #199, which established Axelar Robot NFTs as a key pillar of interchain culture, this proposal aims to expand the initiative with a second season of staking. By supporting this evolution, the community can continue fostering engagement, visibility, and long-term value within the Axelar ecosystem.” |
| Date | mm/jj/aaaa |
| Contact Name | scoolio22 |
| Discord Username | @scoolio22 |
| Grant Amount | 93,192.86 $AXL |
Project Description
The Axelar Robot NFT staking program was launched as a pioneering initiative to reward the Axelar community, reinforce the importance of NFTs in cross-chain interoperability, and celebrate the Axelar Robot NFT collection as a vital cultural and technological asset. Season 1 of the program demonstrated significant engagement, with approximately 755 NFTs actively participating in staking, highlighting the community’s enthusiasm and commitment over an 8-month duration.
This proposal introduces an initial 3-month phase for Season 2 of the Axelar Robot NFT staking program, with the flexibility to extend based on community engagement and resource availability. The objective is to deliver sustained rewards while adapting to the current capacity of the community pool. By maintaining this scalable model, the program can be extended beyond 3 months, potentially reaching 6 months as originally envisioned.
To prepare for this possibility, Gateway management fees are fully pre-funded at 11,142.86 AXL (equivalent to $3,900 at $0.35/AXL), covering the full 6-month period from the start. This ensures operational continuity without the need for additional funding requests should the community support an extension.
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Impact
By voting “YES,” the community, including validators, will reinforce the trust and confidence demonstrated through the approval of Proposal #199, which recognized the Axelar Robot NFT collection as a pioneer of interchain culture. Supporting the continuation of this successful program will further build on the measurable engagement and visibility achieved for Axelar and its ecosystem. This initiative emphasizes the role of NFTs as integral to the interchain culture and highlights Axelar’s leadership in fostering blockchain innovation.
Goals, Milestones, & KPIs
Program Launch: Initiate Season 2 of the staking program with updated features and rewards for holders of Axelar Robot NFTs. The initial program was conducted by MintDAO, whose excellent management established a strong foundation. Building on this success, Season 2 will be managed by GATEWAY (formerly MintDAO), maintaining the same reward structure as the initial program. Monthly rewards will be distributed based on the rarity of the NFTs as follows:
Axelar Robot NFT Staking Program - Season 2 Allocation Breakdown (Initial 3-Month Phase)
| Rarity | Number of NFTs | AXL/Month | AXL Total (3 months) | % of Total |
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| Legendary 1/1 | 6 | 50 | 900 AXL | 0.97% |
| Legendary | 152 | 25 | 11,400 AXL | 12.23% |
| Rare | 462 | 20 | 27,720 AXL | 29.74% |
| Uncommon | 934 | 15 | 42,030 AXL | 45.11% |
| Gateway Fees | - | - | 11,142.86 AXL (Fixed amount for 6-month coverage, $3,900 @ $0.35/AXL) | 11.95% |
| Total | 1,554 | - | 93,192.86 AXL | 100% |
Key Takeaways:
- The majority of rewards (75%) are allocated to Rare & Uncommon holders, ensuring wide community distribution.
- Legendary 1/1 holders still receive unique recognition with minimal overconcentration.
- Gateway fees are provisioned in full upfront, supporting potential expansion without operational disruptions despite price fluctuations.
- All rewards are proportionally distributed based on NFT rarity, reinforcing long-term engagement.
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Deliverables, Milestones, & Timeline
- Program Announcement: Within 1 week of approval, Season 2 details will be released publicly.
- Staking Mechanism Setup: Live within 4 weeks, improved based on Season 1 feedback.
- Program Duration: 3 months initially, with potential extension to 6 months based on community interest and participation.
- Reward Distribution: Monthly, based on rarity and managed by GATEWAY.
- Progress Updates: Bi-weekly reporting to ensure transparency and adjust based on feedback.
Risks
The proposal minimizes risks by leveraging the successful structure of Season 1. Community voting ensures transparency and alignment with collective interests. By pre-funding operational costs for the full timeline, the program avoids the risk of disruption due to mid-program funding gaps. The decentralized nature of Axelar’s ecosystem adds further resilience.
Motivation
Axelar is recognized as a pioneer in blockchain interoperability, with the Axelar Robot NFT collection representing its interchain culture. Extending this staking program reinforces Axelar’s commitment to decentralization, innovation, and community involvement.
This initiative positions the Axelar Robot holders as long-term participants in the Axelar journey — with opportunities for sustained recognition, rewards, and growth as the ecosystem evolves.