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# Staking

### **Overview**

Staking allows players to convert long-term commitment into productive in-game value. When you stake SEED, you earn **LEAF**, the primary resource used for Land upgrades and long-term village progression.

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### **How It Works**

* **Stake SEED → Earn LEAF continuously**
* Rewards scale dynamically based on the total amount staked across all players
* Rewards accrue in real time and can be claimed anytime

There is **no lock-up period**, and unstaking is instant.

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### **Where to Stake**

* **Pixotchi App / Mini App**
* **Staking Web Portal** (browser access)

Both options interact with the same onchain staking contract.

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### **LEAF Utility**

LEAF is used for:

* Upgrading buildings
* Unlocking higher production tiers
* Scaling long-term Land efficiency

It is not tradable externally and exists solely within the Pixotchi ecosystem to support balanced, sustainable progression.


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