Highlights

• Embracing Meme Culture
• Token Burns and Staking Pools
• Game Updates for Eldarune: WoE, HoE, Journey, and Rush
• Tournaments and Community Events
• Partnership Announcements

Embracing Meme Culture

Eldarune has made a bold move by placing meme culture at the heart of its evolution through the M.E.G.A (Make Elda Great Again) movement. This shift represents a philosophical and sociological leap into the future of gaming communities.

Sociological Perspective: Memes act as cultural artifacts, fostering shared humor, identity, and community rituals. M.E.G.A leverages meme culture to empower players as co-creators of Eldarune’s narrative.

Philosophical Vision: Aligning with the concept of the hyperreal, M.E.G.A creates an imagined greatness that exists in the collective imagination. Memes transform Eldarune into a shared cultural phenomenon where humor and creativity drive engagement.

Why It Matters:

• Bridges the gap between Web2 familiarity and Web3 innovation.
• Decentralizes storytelling, giving players ownership of the game’s identity.
• Brings joy and playfulness, making Eldarune a living, breathing cultural phenomenon.

Through M.E.G.A, Eldarune redefines gaming as a space where memes are the language, connection is the currency, and greatness is a shared dream. Join the movement to create, imagine, and thrive together.

Token Burns and Staking Pools

• Team Token Burn: In a groundbreaking move embodying decentralization and meme culture, 90,000,000 $ELDA team tokens were sent into the infinite nothingness. By renouncing team tokens, we shifted power entirely to the community. This action underscores the spirit of M.E.G.A (Make Elda Great Again) and strengthens trust and transparency.

• Token Burn Strategy: Reignited in September, with 239,883.50 $ELDA tokens burned. Moving forward, 10% of $ELDA from Digard Store and NFT upgrades will be burned monthly.
• High-APY Staking Pools: A 30-day staking pool with 100% APY filled up 5M $ELDA in less than 24 hours.
• Additional pools are planned to reward loyal holders.

Game Updates

Eldarune: World of Elymnias (WoE)

This year, WoE underwent significant developments to enhance gameplay, improve user experience, and introduce exciting new content:

• XP System and Reward Overhaul: A refined progression system offering better rewards for dedicated players.

• New Dungeon Launch: Players explored challenging new dungeons with unique monsters and valuable loot.

• Champion Upgrades: Balancing adjustments were made to improve gameplay fairness based on community feedback.
• Visual & UI Enhancements: Improved animations for walking, combat, and character visuals on the team-building screen.

• New Champions: Several new characters were introduced, expanding strategic options for players.

PvP Arena Testing
After months of development, WoE’s PvP Arena entered testing, offering:

• Fresh gameplay strategies.
• Powerful rewards for victorious players.
• Enhanced team-building opportunities.
• New Arena and Clan Boss.

Heroes of Eldarune (HoE)

HoE saw dynamic updates to combat mechanics, game modes, and customization:

Combat Updates:

• Dodge Mechanics: Added unpredictability with a chance for champions to evade attacks.
• Multiplier Effects: Certain attacks now deal significantly more damage under specific conditions.
• Life Steal and AoE Attacks: Champions can recover health or hit multiple targets simultaneously.

Item NFT Integration: Champions can equip up to 4 Item NFTs, enhancing their stats and adding strategic depth.

New Modes:

• Free Deck Mode: Compete using preset decks for a skill-focused experience.
• No Item Mode: A more balanced competition by excluding Item NFTs.

Dungeon Mode Alpha v2:

• Introduced new Quadro Enemies requiring tactical planning.
• Upcoming ticket and reward system to enhance dungeon gameplay.

Eldarune Journey

Journey launched with a narrative-driven experience, offering players:

• Rich Storytelling: Journals like Sandyshores of Elymnias provided immersive adventures.
• Challenging Tasks: Players completed tasks for exclusive NFTs and $ELDA token rewards.
• Community Engagement: Tasks quickly reached maximum participation, showing high demand for story-based gameplay.

Eldarune Rush

Though still in development, Rush made strides with:

• Co-op Dungeons: A collaborative mode for players to team up and conquer challenges.
• PvP Action: Adrenaline-pumping battles inspired by popular MOBA gameplay.

Tournaments and Community Events

• PvP Tournaments: WoE and HoE events featured millions of $ELDA in rewards.
• Game Nights: Weekly events, streamed live, offered $ELDA tokens and NFT prizes.
• Community AMAs: We kept our community informed about ongoing processes through the AMAs we organized.

• Airdrop Campaigns: We frequently reward our community members for their loyalty.

• Art & Meme Contests: Fostered creativity with memefied Champion NFTs and ongoing contests on social platforms.

Partnership Announcements

Key Collaborations:

• Gateway: A partnership to lead in cross-chain Web3 technology.
• Immutable: Leveraging Immutable zkEVM chain for unique game mechanics.
• Lilquid: A collaboration to unlock new realms of adventure and tech on Base.
• SoonVerse: A partnership to bring immersive, blockchain-powered adventures and revolutionize gaming with AI.
• Mines of Dalarnia: Joint efforts to shape the Web3 gaming ecosystem.
• Zone Nine: Collaboration with the first AAA Zombie Survival Web3 Game.
• Basketballverse: Co-hosted game nights, blending communities and offering exclusive rewards.

Listings:

• Eldarune Games featured on Bit Rivals, an AI-powered gaming platform.

What’s Next?

Enhanced Gameplay: Upgradable champion features, Expanded roster of characters and game modes.

Community Engagement: New Tournaments and Game Nights, Missions and $DIGA Airdrops for holders.

Multichain Integration: Expanding accessibility through DIGARD and additional blockchain support.

As Eldarune steps into a new chapter, it’s clear that the commitment to innovation, community, and fun remains at its core.

Together, we’re building not just games but a culture that celebrates creativity and connection. Here’s to an exciting M.E.G.A 2025!

It’s an exciting time for Eldarune as we roll out game-changing updates, embrace our vibrant community’s creativity, and prepare for thrilling upcoming events.

The journey of HoE is built on innovation and collaboration, and this latest update celebrates both.

We’ve renounced the ownership of the $ELDA team tokens, reinforcing our commitment to transparency and trust.

Embracing Meme Culture

The Art Contest brought our champions to life in the most entertaining way possible, memefied Champion NFTs created by our community! This playful initiative underscores how creativity and humor are at the heart of our community.

Currently, there’re two ongoing contest on X with more to come, don’t forget to turn on notifications and hurry up since you still have time:

HoE Updates - What’s New?

Wallet-Free Login
Say goodbye to wallet hassles! With DIGARD account integration, players can now log in without needing to connect a wallet. It’s easy, secure, and opens the doors for a seamless gaming experience. Play now! https://hoe.digard.io/

Revamped Combat Mechanics and New Game Modes
Free Deck for All
A mode designed for pure fairness and fun! No one brings their own NFTs instead, everyone competes using a pre-set Free Deck, ensuring events rely solely on skill and luck.

No Item Mode
Level the playing field! In this mode, only Champion NFTs are allowed. High-level Item NFTs that give players a god-like edge are left behind, offering a more balanced competition.

Dungeon Mode Alpha v2
The latest dungeon iteration is here to gather community feedback before unlocking new stages.

• New Quadro Enemies: These enemies demand fresh strategies and deeper tactical planning.
• Ticket and Reward System: Coming soon in the next version to spice up dungeon exploration.

UI/UX Enhancements
We’ve made improvements to enhance usability and aesthetics, especially for mobile players:

• Deck Builder: Optimized for mobile devices, making deck management a breeze.
• Inventory and Deck Visuals: Redesigned to handle high NFT volumes effortlessly.
• Buttons Repositioned: Improved layout for better accessibility.

Battleground and Attack Mechanics
Combat just got smarter and smoother:

• Idle Ban: If a player remains inactive for 60 seconds, they automatically lose the game.
• Card Fade Out: After each attack, cards fade to indicate their turn has passed.
• Mana Pot Redesign: The Mana Pot is now Red and located in the upper-left corner under the settings button.
• Turn Countdown Timer: Easily track your time per turn with a countdown display.
• Battle Log: Keep track of every attack with detailed logs showing who attacked whom, how much damage was dealt, and more to come.

What’s Coming Next?

M.E.G.A Tournament
Prepare for the ultimate showdown! This tournament will feature massive rewards and intense competition.

Partner-Themed Game Nights
Dive into fun-filled partner-themed events and explore what our collaborations bring to the battlefield.

DIGARD Missions
Gear up for missions powered by DIGARD, offering engaging objectives and exciting rewards.

Visual and Animation Improvements

Stay tuned for more updates, join the conversation in the Telegram Channel, and be part of the adventure as we build the next chapter of Eldarune together.

Why Eldarune is Making a Bold Change and Embracing Meme Culture

Eldarune is undergoing a transformation, a bold move that puts meme culture at the heart of its evolution. This shift isn’t just a marketing gimmick or a playful detour, it’s a philosophical and sociological leap into the future of gaming and digital communities. Through the M.E.G.A movement, Make Elda Great Again, Eldarune aims to redefine not only itself but also the culture of gaming within the Web3 space.

But why is this change necessary? And what does it mean for Eldarune, its community, and the broader gaming ecosystem? Let’s explore the deeper reasons, drawing on both sociological and philosophical perspectives.

The Power of Meme Culture: A Sociological Perspective

From a sociological standpoint, memes are far more than humorous images or catchy phrases. They are the building blocks of modern digital communities, acting as cultural artifacts that foster collective identity, shared humor, and communal rituals.

Building a Collective Identity

Memes create a shared language that unites players, developers, and enthusiasts. In Web3 gaming, where decentralization is key, memes offer a way to:

• Forge connections among a diverse audience.
• Establish a sense of belonging, where everyone who “gets the joke” is part of the community.
• Empower individuals to contribute creatively, becoming co-authors of the Eldarune story.

Through M.E.G.A, Eldarune is leveraging meme culture to create a community that transcends the game itself. It’s about turning players into participants and participants into co-creators.

The Ritual of Participation

Memes are rituals in the digital age. The act of creating, sharing, and remixing memes becomes a form of symbolic exchange, where meaning is generated through collective action rather than handed down from the top.

M.E.G.A embodies this ritual. By participating in the meme culture surrounding Eldarune, the community members aren’t just supporting the game, they’re actively shaping its identity and future.

Resisting Isolation

In the often isolating digital landscape, meme culture offers a lifeline of connection. Eldarune, through M.E.G.A, taps into this need for shared experiences, reminding players that they are part of something bigger, a community with a shared purpose and a shared sense of humor.

Philosophy in Action: The Hyperreal Vision of M.E.G.A

Philosophically, M.E.G.A represents a leap into the hyperreal, a concept explored by theorist Jean Baudrillard. In the hyperreal, symbols and simulations replace traditional notions of reality, creating a space where what we believe becomes the new “truth.”

Here’s how M.E.G.A manifests this vision:

1. Memes as Simulacra

In the hyperreal, memes are not mere reflections of reality; they are reality. The slogan “Make Elda Great Again” is a perfect example. It doesn’t point to a concrete historical period of greatness for Eldarune. Instead, it creates an imagined greatness that exists purely in the collective imagination of the community.

This imagined greatness becomes a shared goal, not because it was real in the past, but because it feels real now.

2. Nostalgia for the Never-Was

M.E.G.A doesn’t evoke a literal past; it invokes a simulated nostalgia, a yearning for an idealized greatness that may have never existed. This philosophical playfulness turns Eldarune into a canvas where the community can project its aspirations and co-create a future worth rallying around.

3. Gaming as Cultural Phenomenon

Gaming has always been a form of simulation, a space where players engage with worlds that are not “real” yet hold immense meaning. Web3 gaming takes this further, turning games into decentralized ecosystems where virtual assets, currencies, and communities become tangible.

M.E.G.A aligns perfectly with this philosophy. It transforms Eldarune from a game into a cultural phenomenon, a shared hyperreal space where memes and symbols carry as much weight as gameplay mechanics.

Why Eldarune is Making This Bold Change

Eldarune’s pivot to meme culture and the M.E.G.A movement isn’t a departure from its core values — it’s an evolution. Here’s why this bold change matters:

1. The Web3 Era

Web3 gaming is not just about decentralization; it’s about cultural participation. By embracing memes, Eldarune bridges the gap between Web2 familiarity and Web3 innovation, making the game accessible to both native blockchain enthusiasts and curious newcomers.

2. The Community

Meme culture decentralizes storytelling. It shifts power from developers and marketers to the community itself. Through M.E.G.A, Eldarune gives its players the tools to shape its identity, ensuring that the game belongs to everyone who plays, shares, and participates.

3. Joy and Creativity

At its heart, gaming is about fun and creativity. Meme culture injects a sense of playfulness into Eldarune’s ecosystem, turning it into a space where players can laugh, experiment, and connect on a deeper level.

M.E.G.A

Eldarune’s embrace of meme culture through M.E.G.A is more than a marketing move, it’s a philosophical and sociological act. It transforms the game into a shared cultural artifact, where meaning is co-created by the community and greatness is defined not by metrics but by collective imagination.

In this bold new era, Eldarune is no longer just a game. It is a living, breathing culture — a hyperreal space where memes are the language, connection is the currency, and greatness is a shared dream.

So, we invite you to join us. Share a meme. Make a joke. Participate in the movement. Because in the world of Eldarune, the game isn’t just about playing — it’s about creating, imagining, and thriving together.

Welcome to M.E.G.A

Additional Notes

Whether you find yourself chuckling at a clever caption on Twitter or sharing a viral image in your favorite gaming community, memes are more than fleeting internet trends, they are the language of the modern age.

M.E.G.A shifts the power dynamic from top-down decision-making to bottom-up creativity. By inviting our community to participate in Eldarune’s narrative through memes, we empower players to take ownership of the project.

At its heart, gaming is about joy, play, and connection. Meme culture injects a sense of playfulness that makes Eldarune not just a game, but a living, breathing cultural phenomenon.

Memes are inherently viral. With M.E.G.A, we aim to harness this virality to reach new audiences, onboard fresh players, and expand the Eldarune community organically.

Meme culture is not simply important for Web3 gaming; it is inevitable. It is the mirror and the mask, the code that reflects and reprograms the cultural DNA of this decentralized digital world.

In the end, M.E.G.A matters because it transcends Eldarune. It is not merely a campaign but a mirror of our cultural moment, where memes are the lingua franca of identity, humor, and power. To participate in M.E.G.A is to enter the hyperreal, where Eldarune is no longer just a game but a shared cultural artifact.

This change wasn’t a decision made hastily; it’s an evolution we’ve been signaling for a long time. At the same time, it’s a revolution. We will announce the footsteps of this together just go with the flow.

And so, we invite you to join us — not to make Eldarune “great again” in any tangible sense, but to participate in the creation of its hyperreality. Share a meme. Post a joke. Join the illusion. Because in the hyperreal world of Web3 gaming, the game is not just to play, it is to be played by the sign.

Believe in something

Best Regards,

Eldarune Team

MAKE ELDA GREAT AGAIN

The time has come for the Eldarune Community to rise anew. After years of relentless building, we’re rebuilding our community from the ground up stronger, united, and more rewarding than ever.

Get Ready for Unexpected Rewards!

Whether you’re a Social Supporter, Game Player, or Active Community Member, everything you do counts. Staking, holding, joining events we’ve crafted a reward system to recognize your loyalty at every level. Prepare for surprise rewards from the Eldarune Team, because your support deserves it.

We’ve Been Building Through It All

Since 2021, we’ve stayed true to our vision through every challenge the market has thrown at us. Bear markets, crashes, and setbacks couldn’t stop us.

• During the Luna crash, we kept building.
• When FTX went bankrupt, we kept building.
• And when chaos struck the industry, we stayed steady and kept building.

Now, after weathering the storms, it’s your moment to join us on the next stage of this epic journey.

Milestones: The Journey So Far

Before we dive into what’s next, let’s look at the road that brought us here:

• 2022 Q4: Seedify Incubation Announcement
• 2023 Q2: ELDA Runes NFT Collection Mint (sold out on ETH within hours)
• 2023 Q2: Eldarune Campaign AI Integration (Now you can talk to NPCs!)
• 2023: $ELDA Token IDO Launch (sold out in seconds on Enjin, GameFi.org, and Seedify)
• 2023 Q2: Bybit $ELDA token IDO and Listing
• 2023 Q3: Eldarune World of Elymnias BETA Launch
• Jan 15, 2024: Heroes of Eldarune Closed Beta Launch
• Jan 2024: ATH of $ELDA Token skyrocketed 25X from its dip!
• Jan 2024: ELDA Rush MOBA Closed BETA Testing
• Feb 2024: World of Elymnias new version
• March 2024: Heroes of Eldarune Public Beta Launch
• July 10, 2024: ELDA Journey Open Alpha Test

These milestones reflect our commitment to building a strong foundation. Now, it’s time to focus on the heart of Eldarune: you, the community.

What’s Next for Eldarune?

As development continues behind the scenes, we’re shifting the spotlight to our community. With millions of $ELDA tokens set aside for rewards, our goal is to create an environment where every action counts.

Embracing Meme Culture and Art Upgrades

Eldarune is transforming into the ultimate blend of gaming and meme culture. We’re taking things up a notch with art upgrades that capture the spirit of our community, bringing you fresh designs, hilarious themes, and characters with unmistakable personality. Our team will continue to create meme-inspired NFTs that reflect our unique culture and give our community something truly collectible and fun.

These NFTs aren’t just for show they’re symbols of the journey we’re on together. From rare collectibles to one-of-a-kind pieces, we’re building a collection that celebrates the humor, resilience, and creativity of Eldarune.

From fun and interactive events to community-driven challenges, here’s what’s in store:

• Multichain Integrations
• DEX Listing on New Networks
• Community Events
• Storytelling Contests
• Weekly Community Challenges
• Ambassador Program
• Game Nights
• Tournaments
• Content Creator Program
• Loyalty Program
• High APR Staking Pools
• HOLDER and STAKER Airdrops
• DIGA Airdrop for Holders and Stakers
• Buyback
• Re-branding

The bigger and stronger our community, the greater the rewards. The details of these programs will unfold with each community milestone. Every interaction strengthens us and brings you closer to more rewards.

The best part: Everything is ready and planned.

Uniting the Community

To strengthen our connection and bring everyone together, we’ll be combining our community channels on Telegram and Discord. By uniting our global community, we’re creating a single, vibrant space where everyone can connect, share, and contribute.

This change means local channels will merge into a unified platform, allowing all members to engage in one central place. With this approach, we’ll amplify our voices, increase exposure, and foster a more connected and active Eldarune community.

Community Rewards Kickoff!

To celebrate our active community members, we’re starting with a big reward: Everyone who commented to below tweet, gets 10.000 $ELDA.

But the time is up, keep continue to support Eldarune, and be part of future unexpected reward series.

And this is just the beginning we’ll continue to reward community members based on their actions and engagement.

Claim will be live at 00:00 on November 16. Get ready to secure your rewards!

Gamers of Eldarune, the snap-shot has been taken for DIGARD airdrop, thank you so much for your patience and help us to build one of the best Gaming Infrastructure, DIGARD. You will get your airdrops according to your usage of DIGARD Dapp!

The Dragon Has Resurrected!

For a long time, we focused on building products the rule of the bear market.

Now, as we enter the bull run, it’s time to shift our focus to our community the rule of the bull run.

With the first wave of rewards already rolling out and countless opportunities ahead, we’re excited to have you with us as we enter this new era.

Every action you take,
Every quest you complete,
End every story you share strengthens Eldarune and brings us closer to our shared vision.

Now is the perfect time to join the journey. Together, let’s Make Eldarune Great Again.

Starting now, everything you do matters and there are MILLIONS OF $ELDA TOKENS waiting to be claimed. Every interaction, every game played, and every show of support counts toward rewards!

Our goal is to make our community ready for blockchain gaming season.

• Game Updates for Eldarune:WoE & HoE
• Token Burns and Staking Pools
• Tournaments and Community Events
• New PvP Arena and Hero Releases
• Partnership Announcements

Game Updates

Eldarune:WoE
This month, we focused on delivering updates that improved gameplay and enhanced the community experience, completing key changes introduced in previous months:

• XP System and Reward Overhaul: A refined progression system offering better rewards.
• New Dungeon Launch: Players explored more challenging dungeons, bringing new adventures to life.
• Champion Upgrades: To improve the overall balance of the game, selected characters received buffs and nerfs to their abilities. These changes were implemented based on community feedback and in-game data to ensure a fair and enjoyable experience for all players.
• Visual & UI Enhancements: Improvements have been made to in-game walking and combat animations. Champion visuals in the team-building screen have been enhanced, and new animations have been added. Additionally, visual enhancements that affect in-game performance have been implemented.
• New Champions: In September,WoE saw the addition of new characters, expanding the roster and offering players more options to build diverse and strategic teams.

PvP Arena Testing:
After months of development following the August 15th WoE Update, our new PvP Arena entered testing in September. This upcoming feature will bring fresh gameplay strategies and team-building opportunities, with powerful rewards for the victors.

Eldarune:HoE
In September, Heroes of Eldarune (HoE) introduced new dynamic combat mechanics that enhance both strategy and luck during gameplay. Key updates include:

• Dodge Mechanics: Now, certain champions have the ability to dodge attacks, bringing a new level of unpredictability to battles.
• Multiplier Effects: Attacks may have multiplier effects, allowing players to deal significantly more damage under certain conditions.
• Special Attack Types: The update also includes attacks that can hit all enemy cards or even all cards on the battlefield, as well as a life steal mechanic that helps champions recover health during combat.

Item NFT Integration
Champions can now be equipped with Item NFTs to boost their stats. Each item adds +1 Mana Cost when equipped, and champions can carry up to 4 items. This integration provides players with even more customization options, making battles more strategic and rewarding.

Tournaments and Community Events

Eldarune: WoE PvP Tournament (September 25 — October 1)
Our PvP Tournament was a huge success, with participants battling for a 255,000 $ELDA prize pool and 245,000 $ELDA worth of NFTs. Special prizes like Hermit and Bagatur were awarded to top-performing players and those who engaged in side quests.

Zealy: Summer’s Last Call Event
As summer came to an end, we wrapped up our Zealy event, where participants completed tasks to earn points and climb the leaderboard for a chance to win a share of the 300,000 $ELDA prize pool. It was a fun way to end the season, with many community members taking part in this exciting event.

Carv: August Fest Event
Though the Carv August Fest was completed by the end of last month, September saw the community still enjoying its rewards. This event featured quests, games, and a reward pool of over 1,000 USD, where players earned exclusive NFTs and $ELDA by completing exciting tasks and participating in community-driven games.

Game Hour Event with Basketballverse
We organized an exciting Game Hour Event with our new partner Basketballverse, adding a new competitive experience for the community. This collaboration brought together fans of both platforms to enjoy thrilling in-game challenges and unique rewards.

HoE Game Nights Kickoff
We launched HoE Game Nights, where players battled for more than 500,000 $ELDA worth of Token & NFT rewards in three weekly sessions, streamed live on YouTube, Twitch, and Twitter. One special week of these game nights was sponsored by Shockwaves, bringing even bigger rewards and heightened excitement.

New Staking Pools

To celebrate our successful return to Bybit, we introduced a 30-day staking pool with a 100% APY, which filled up 5M $ELDA within just 24 hours. This is part of our ongoing efforts to reward the community, and more staking opportunities are on the way.

Token Burn

We reignited our token burn strategy in September, burning 239,883.50 $ELDA tokens. Moving forward, 10% of $ELDA tokens collected from the Digard Store, NFT upgrades, and other activities will be burned monthly on the 8th, helping increase the scarcity and value of $ELDA for the community.

Partnerships

Partnership with Gateway
In September, we announced an exciting partnership with Gateway, a platform that connects all blockchains and digital assets. This collaboration positions us to lead in cross-chain Web3 technology, opening up new opportunities for our ecosystem.

Listing on Bit Rivals
We were proud to see Eldarune Games listed on Bit Rivals, the world’s first AI-powered gaming platform. This partnership bridges traditional gaming and Web3, giving players access to new gaming experiences powered by AI and blockchain.

What’s Next?

• New Features: Selected champions have gained upgradable features, offering a richer gameplay experience.
• New Challenges and Events: We’re planning more tournaments and community-driven events in the coming months.

As always, we’re committed to delivering an exciting experience for our community, and we look forward to sharing more updates in October!

Heroes of Eldarune (HoE) is a real-time PvP card game that brings a fresh twist to traditional gameplay by integrating NFTs. Set in the mystical world of Eldarune, players engage in strategic battles using unique Champion cards, blending skill and chance for an engaging experience.

Game Night Events

Game Nights are a highlight in HoE, offering exciting opportunities for players to compete and win rewards. Held three times a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday), these events feature 50k $ELDA token reward pool + Eldarune NFTs. Additional reward pools are available based on participation numbers.

Free Deck for New Players

New to the game or don’t have any NFTs? No problem! HoE provides a free deck for newcomers, allowing everyone to participate in Game Night events and experience the thrill of battle without needing to own Champion NFTs.

How to Join Game Night Events

1. Visit hoe.digard.io , log in/register, and connect your wallet.
2. Click the “Play” to create your deck. If you don’t have any Champion NFTs, you’ll receive a free deck to play.
3. Click the “Find Match” button during Game Night events to be matched with an opponent.
4. Compete and earn rewards based on your performance.
5. Don’t forget to follow Eldarune on X to get latest updates and news.

Guide

Reward Distribution

Currently 50k $ELDA token + 50k $ELDA worth of NFTs are fixed for each game night events. Total Reward Pool will be increased by total participation number every week.

The top 10 players will each receive 3,333 ELDA tokens. Additionally, 5 participants, selected randomly from all participants, will also win 3,333 ELDA tokens each.

All participants will receive Oathstone NFTs, with rarities depending on the total number of games played.

Both ELDA tokens and NFT rewards will be distributed within five days after the event concludes.

• Token Claim Page: https://vesting-eldarune.digard.io/
• NFT Claim Page: https://app.digard.io/my-wallet/claim

Winners can immediately claim 50% of their ELDA token rewards, with the remaining amount vested over four months.

Latest Developments

Dynamic Combat Mechanics

• HoE features dodge mechanics and multiplier effects for attacks, adding layers of luck and strategy.
• Other mechanics include attacks that hit all enemy cards, hit all cards on the battlefield, and life steal.

Item NFT Integration

• Equip Champions with Item NFTs to boost their stats. Each item adds +1 Mana Cost when equipped, and Champions can equip up to 4 items.

Upcoming News and Roadmap

• Graphics and UI/UX Improvements: Enhancing the visual appeal and user experience.
• HoE Dungeon v2: Introducing new lore, updated rewards, and a refined UI.
• Daily Login Rewards: Implementing rewards for consistent gameplay.
• New Modes, Champions, Decks, and More: Continuous expansion to keep gameplay fresh.

Join the community, participate in Game Night events, and become a legendary Champion in the world of Eldarune!

• Eldarune Journey Released
• Eldarune: WoE, HoE & Rush Update Notes
• New Items
• Tournaments and Community Events
• New Staking Pools
• Partnership Events

Eldarune Journey Released

Journey is a story-based text game. Players step into the shoes of brave adventurers, armed with their unique Champions, equipped with the finest crafted Items. Each journey offers thrilling rewards, high success rates increase your chances of earning valuable treasures.

Journey was launched on July 10th. The first journal “The Sandyshores of Elymnias”, features 4 exciting adventures. These challenging tasks offer unique NFT and $ELDA rewards for those who dare to venture.

The “Gathering the Vanguard” task reached its maximum capacity even before Journey completed its 1st month! Tasks have a limited number of participants. So players need to hurry to complete these highly sought-after tasks with a rich storyline!

Play Journey for Free: https://app.digard.io/journey

Game Updates

This month we focused on developing our games and encouraging our community. We made improvements thanks to feedback from players. Some updates have been completed, but this hard work will continue until August 15th. We will always continue to build for the better. Let’s take a look at what’s new:

WoE

• Easier Gameplay: We make adjustments to smooth your adventure.
• Faster Gameplay: Enjoy reduced game times for quicker fun!
• 14-Day Bonuses: Play for 14 days and enjoy surprise rewards!
• New Design Improvements: 6 fresh banners, new Dungeon icons & visual enhancements

On the Way

• Arena: Test your skills in a brand-new arena!
• Clan Boss: Rally your team and take down the mighty new Clan Boss.
• Dungeons: Explore 3 challenging new dungeons.
• Champions: Recruit 4 epic and 1 legendary new champions!
• Monsters & Rewards: Encounter new monsters and claim amazing rewards.

HoE

• New Matchmaking to avoid self-farming
• Item NFT integration: Gear up and be ready for the competition with your Upgraded Item NFTs.
• Brand New Solo Game Mode: HoE — Dungeon mode
• New attack mechanics and Animations.
• New UI/UX improvements

Rush

As you know, Eldarune Rush is not yet available to players. But the Eldarune team is actively testing the game and the dev. team continues to work on it. Here are the new features players will have the chance to test:

• Co-op Dungeons: Team up with friends and conquer dungeons together!
• PvP Action: Dive into adrenaline-pumping PvP battles, reminiscent of the best MOBAs!

New Items

Re-designed items to boost your teams and decks. These new designs better capture the spirit and glory of Eldarune. There are several ways to get these new items:

1. Conquer WoE Dungeons with different drop-rates to drop new items.
2. You can earn items by defeating the AI in HoE Dungeons.
3. You can participate in tournaments and events that have items in the reward pool. Eldarune games are free to play and offer great rewards in events.

Tournaments and Community Events

WoE Warm-Up Tournament

Following the updates we did to the World of Elymnias in June, we made it accessible to players again. We organized a Warm-up tournament to celebrate this. A total of 7473 PvP games were played in this grand prize tournament.

HoE Warm-Up Tournament

We started this competitive journey with the WoE tournament and continued with the HoE. During the tournament we offered side quests for players to earn additional rewards.

Challenges

We’ve set quests with rewards to unleash our community’s competitive spirit. Players earned Oathstones of different rarity by conquering dungeons. Thanks to the positive feedback we received from our community, we decided to organize new challenges, which will be shared on August 1.

New Staking Pools

$ELDA token was ST warned on Bybit for a short time. To compensate for this, we have provided the $ELDA community with a 30-Day 100% APY Staking Pool. 100% APY Staking Pool filled up in less than 24 hours, with a total of 5M $ELDA tokens staked!

Eldarune team provided all requirements to resolve this situation ASAP. On behalf of this we will create a new staking pool with 100% APY for $ELDA community. Stay tuned!

Partnerships

Anichess: With this featured partnership, the Eldarune community joined Season 2: Community Wars with a prize pool of $50,000!

Champions Tactics: We joined forces with this PC PVP Tactical RPG in development at Ubisoft.

The Nest: We had a exclusive Discord AMA event with The Nest DAO.

Shockwaves: FPS game Shockwaves organized a tournament with prizes special for Eldarune.

What’s on the Way?

• HoE Game Nights — For details:
  https://x.com/PlayEldarune/status/1818633764458648054
• New Tournaments
• New 100% APY Staking Pool
• 2-Week Challenge Event

Eldarune

• Red Box Free to Mint Event
• HoE, WoE & Journey Developments
• New Champion Koi with Unique Features
• New Strategic Partners
• New updates for Eldarune and Digard
• New WoE Version and Celebration Tournament

Red Box Free to Mint Event

On June 3rd, the Red Box Mint Event was successfully completed. Only whitelist owners were able to mint. All non-minted supply is saved for future tournaments, events and collaborations!

Eldarune’s expansion to Avalanche is what makes Red Box special. Thus, we move step by step to Multichain.

This is the first special collection of Eldarune NFTs! Each Red Box is packed with brand-new, exclusive content specifically designed and branded for Avalanche gaming community. We will share news about the reveal day in the coming days!

New Partnerships

Mines of Dalarnia: An evolving platform-mining blockchain game, filled with single and multiplayer action, built for every gamer. Together we will shape Web3 ecosystem!

Moonveil: A gamer-first ecosystem. Our community has been activated to ascend within the ‘Rock’it to the Moon’ event and earn Moonveil L2 ecosystem rewards.

Zone Nine: World’s 1st AAA Zombie Survival Web3 Game IP Ecosystem. This collab offers many benefits for our community and Eldarune.

HoE Updates

Developments continue in HoE’s test environment. We are working on a lot of new features. Our goal is to maximize the player experience and bring new fun. We can give you some info about what’s coming!

We are integrating a new dungeon mode into HoE. With the support of AI, you can achieve victories at different stages in this mode.

Now you will be able to use your items in Heroes of Eldarune! So make sure to drop new items in WoE. We will share new details soon!

We are making improvements for a better experience with a new matchmaking system and new designs.

Journey Updates

Dev. team has almost completed the Journey! New journals, UI updates, new designs integrated into the journey, Bug fixes, more and more…

Our team is constantly testing Journey to optimize your experience. Don’t be surprised to see Journey released very soon!

WoE Updates

We remind you that last month there were very hot updates on World of Elymnias development. Now let’s add a few more updates to this long list:

• Fixed camera angle bugs and further improved AI in Clan Boss mode.
• Improved graphics on Mode page.
• Added Tip display.
• New sound effects added.
• Doubled the texture quality of characters appearing on character select screens.
• Some character boosted.
• Updated run and attack animations.
• Particle FX and Sound FX updated.

Meet New Champion Koi

Koi is Eldarune’s new Legendary champion. Different from other, she has higher level abilities. In addition to having more humanoid gestures, she can also speak. She is the first character with these new traits in the Eldarune universe but not the last!

New WoE Version and Celebration Tournament

The most improved version of WoE released! You’ll be able to keep grinding wherever you go with Idle to Earn. We will continue to make improvements while you have fun!

We are crowning this with a special tournament. This exciting Tournament starts tomorrow.

Check our Discord for details

Upcoming Updates

Multichain, tournaments, game developments and more here. Stay tuned for more news in the coming days!

Check the details:

Eldarune

- WoE Developments and Improvements — Exclusive Live Stream

- HoE & Journey New Updates

- HoE Wars Tournament

- Red Box Tournament Rewards Distributed

- New Partnerships and Partner Events

- ELDA Runes Hold & Earn Event

- Special Blockchain Events

- NFT Boosted Staking Pools

- Red Box Free Mint Event Preparations

World of Elymnias

This month the dev. team is fully focused on WoE development. This decision was taken to make WoE accessible to players earlier and to increase the enjoyment of the gameplay. During this development process, the Clan Boss mode was developed, bugs were fixed and the UI was improved. Let’s check the details!

UPDATE Notes

• New UI improvements have been made. — 100% complete.
• The interface has been adapted to all device screen sizes.
• Graphic quality improved.
• New animations added.
• All mode maps have been updated.
• New camera system added.
• Fixed existing camera bugs.
• Clan system has been improved.
• The in-game clan recruitment system has been completed.
• Dungeon party selection menu updated.
• All stages have been optimized.
• Clan Boss mode improvements have been completed.
• Boss damage has been improved.
• Digard logo and new animations have been added to the login loading screen.
• All Loading screens have been updated.

Once the above updates were completed, we showed you the last version of WoE in a livestream.

If you missed it, check the stream recording: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2159991601

Heroes of Eldarune

We are developing a new game mode for HoE. We are also updating the matchmaking system to eliminate sybil attack and fraudulent activity. HoE Guide added to the deck builder page so you can learn how to play. New arena and card slots designed. Apart from these, Interface improvements, new animations, graphics updates are actively working on it.

HoE Wars Tournament

We held a big tournament to celebrate two awesome days — May the Fourth and Revenge of the Fifth — Featuring a huge prize pool of 25,000 $ELDA Tokens and Oathstone NFTs, the tournament was open to all Star Wars fans.

Red Box Tournament Rewards Distributed

After careful review of all pertinent data, we have taken steps to eliminate any instances of sybil attacks and fraudulent activity to ensure fair distribution of rewards. After the review, we distributed all token and RedBox WL rewards.

Eldarune Journey Almost Ready

As we mentioned in previous update notes; a few of the smart contracts and journeys are ready. We continue to develop the necessary interface enhancements. Get ready to hear about Journey’s hot developments in June!

New Partnerships and Partner Events

This month we welcomed many new partners to Eldarune. Immutable and Portal were our most highlighted partnerships!

Portal- Eldarune Studio’s interoperable games will be available on the Portal Discovery Platform.

Immutable- This partnership allows us to capitalize on the unique features of the Immutable zkEVM chain.

MemeProfAI- MemeProfAI is an AI-powered SocialFi platform. We will bring a new level to gaming tech with our AI tech.

MetaPals- Equip your MetaPal with an exclusive, limited-edition Eldarune cloak and prepare for an adventure like no other!

Ultiverse- We gave WL rewards for Red Box Mint event with missions created in Ultiverse.

DATS Project- DATS Project is here to solution Web3’s cybersecurity problems. Eldarune to use DATS Project security services.

Alliance Games- Chain of Alliance is a turn-based, party-builder RPG, utilizing the advantages of Web3 to empower the players. We celebrated this partnership with a giveaway of 20 Alliance Pass WLs.

Petobots- We Participated in Petobots’ Blast Airdrop Campaign.

ELDA Runes Hold & Earn Event

We announced the Hold & Earn Final round on May 1. ELDA Runes owners joined the event with their NFTs via dApp. According to the rarity of their NFTs, they will earn $ELDA by holding NFTs for 1 month!

Hold 1 Unique ELDA Rune → Earn 22000 $ELDA Tokens

Hold 1 Ancient ELDA Rune → Earn 8000 $ELDA Tokens

Hold 2 Legendary ELDA Runes → Earn 6000 $ELDA Tokens

Hold 3 Epic ELDA Runes → Earn 4000 $ELDA Tokens

Hold 4 Rare ELDA Runes → Earn 2800 $ELDA Tokens

Hold 6 Uncommon ELDA Runes → Earn 2000 $ELDA Tokens

Hold 10 Common ELDA Runes → Earn 1600 $ELDA Tokens

Special Blockchain Events

We are very glad to be able to participate in these events representing Eldarune. Through these events we are able to meet important projects and individuals that can add value to Eldarune. It also gives us the opportunity to showcase the Eldarune ecosystem, meet our community face-to-face and show how interoperability works with our games.

Game Expo Summit Panel

Eldarune BD Lead participated in this panel. He represents our Game Studio on this panel about Web3 gaming , highlighting Eldarune’s contributions to Web3 gaming.

Wormhole Event

Wormhole Event organized by Superteam Turkey. We celebrated that Wormhole is now in Turkey.

Solana Crossroad Conference

The conference welcomed a star-studded speaker line-up of 50+ industry leaders. Luci attended to represent Eldarune at this Solana Event.

BlockchainX

There were many fruitful conferences and a chance to meet important projects. Our team had the opportunity to meet Stevedabitcoin.

Boosted Staking Pools

Boosted staking pools are closed for new staking starting today. This was your last chance to benefit from high APYs with ELDA Runes Token Boost NFTs until June 1st. After the current boosted pools staking period (120 days), new boosted pools will open with lower APYs.

Red Box Free Mint Event

The date of Mint is confirmed; Red Box Free Mint Event on June 3rd.

Supply: 666 (+ 222)
Chain: Avalanche
Price: Free Mint
Mint Per Wallet: 1 Mint

Red Box is the first exclusive box of Eldarune NFTs designed for the Avalanche Community, featuring a limited edition Items and the Champion NFTs!

Wallet Checker Integrated into DApp

Before the Red Box Event kicks off, make sure to check your wallet address to avoid any hiccups during the event.

How to Check
1- Go to the dApp
2- Connect your wallet with the Avalanche (C-Chain) Network.
3- Go to the Store and then the RedBox mint page to check your whitelist status. Refresh the page if you change your wallet to see if it’s whitelisted.

Eldarune

New Partnership: Eldarune X Immutable

Eldarune Game Studio goes beyond the boundaries of web3gaming by utilizing all the possibilities of technology with 4 different games, interoperable NFTs and $ELDA Token.

Immutable is at the forefront of gaming tech within Web3’s extensive ecosystem. The Immutable zkEVM is specifically tailored for gaming, unlike general-purpose chains that cater to various applications and smart contract capabilities. This partnership allows us to capitalize on the unique features of the Immutable zkEVM chain.

Thanks to grant support from Immutable, interoperable Eldarune NFTs are now unlocking more utilities. It also provides us with milestone-based $IMX awards.

Why Immutable?

• Immutable zkEVM offering unparalleled features such as EVM compatibility, low transaction costs, and immense scalability while maintaining Ethereum security.
• Immutable zkEVM provides tools and resources that enable advanced gameplay — with custom smart contracts, rich economies, and on-chain mechanics.
• Moreover, zkEVM ensures transaction validity and protects user funds through batching and ZK proofs, mitigating risks and providing a secure environment for both developers and players alike.

Future of Web3 Gaming

Through this partnership, Eldarune and Immutable are joining forces to shape the future of Web3 Gaming! With Immutable, we will provide a player-friendly environment with EVM compatibility, low cost, massive scale, and Ethereum security. We bring the gaming experience in the Eldarune ecosystem to the highest level with the cutting-edge technology in gaming.