Intro

Animalia is a free-to-play NFT trading card game set in a world inspired by crypto meme culture and real-world animals. Built on the Avalanche (AVAX) blockchain, the game provides true digital ownership of collectible cards, allowing players to build decks, engage in strategic battles, and trade assets in a player-driven marketplace. Animalia integrates play-to-earn mechanics, governance features, and a dynamic economy, offering both PvE and PvP experiences with evolving seasonal content.

Story

In the earliest aeons of Animalia, the world was an endless sea beneath vast skies. From the depths emerged two colossal Titans—the Bear and the Bull—locked in an eternal struggle that raged across countless halvings. As the Titans waged war, the critters of Animalia found themselves caught between these forces, some seeking refuge while others pledged loyalty in exchange for their blessings.

Now, the Titans lie in hibernation, yet their impending reawakening looms over the world, threatening to reignite the age-old war. Even in their slumber, Animalia remains a brutal land, where only the strongest survive, and creatures fight for territory and resources. Should the current chaos continue, it could lead to the total collapse of Animalia’s ecosystem, from the fiercest predators to the smallest, most vulnerable critters.

Players follow Shib, a young orphaned Shiba Inu, as he embarks on a journey to restore his honor and his family’s legacy. Raised in a shelter, Shib soon ventures into the wild chaos of Animalia, accompanied by his best friend, Sam. Together, they must navigate the dangerous landscapes, facing fierce Alphas and unforeseen threats. As 108.7 million critters hang in the balance, Shib must overcome his fears, prove his strength, and fight for the future of Animalia.

Gameplay

Animalia combines turn-based strategy with a faction-based deck-building system, where players compete in both PvE exploration and PvP ranked battles. Each duel requires strategic card play, resource management, and adaptation to dynamic environmental effects.

• Objective & Strategy – Players win by reducing their opponent’s health to zero or fulfilling unique card-driven victory conditions.
• Deck Building & Card Types – Players construct decks using Critters, Spells, Weapons, Arcana, and Gemstone Auras, each offering distinct strategic advantages.
• Turn-Based Combat System – Battles unfold through drawing cards, summoning Critters, casting Spells, and equipping Weapons, with Gemstone Auras influencing key moves.
• Dynamic Landscapes & Environmental Effects – The game features six landscapes, each with unique calamities and environmental interactions that affect battles.
• MMR & Ranked System – PvP matches use a matchmaking rating (MMR) system, ensuring competitive balance as players climb the ranks.

Players also select Titan Avatars, which enhance their decks with unique abilities. Seasonal events introduce new cards, challenges, and meta shifts, keeping gameplay fresh and engaging.

Economy

Animalia’s blockchain economy offers players true asset ownership, governance participation, and multiple earning opportunities. The game’s ANIM token serves as both a utility and governance asset, allowing holders to vote on game development decisions, including new features and card additions.

• NFT Ownership & Marketplace – Players own in-game assets as NFTs, which can be bought, sold, and traded within a dynamic marketplace.
• Play-to-Earn & Rewards – Players earn XP, rare cards, and ANIM tokens through ranked battles, seasonal events, and leaderboard competitions.
• Staking & Token Burns – The economy features a staking system, where players can lock ANIM tokens to earn rewards or participate in exclusive content. Token burning mechanisms reduce supply over time, potentially increasing token value.
• NFT Creation & Workshop – Unlike many blockchain games, Animalia allows players to create and submit their own NFTs through the Workshop, which can be added to the game if approved by community votes.
• Scholarship System – Experienced players can lend NFT cards to others, earning a percentage of the rewards generated by their borrowed assets.

Some in-game transactions contribute to real-world conservation efforts, reinforcing the game’s commitment to social impact and sustainability. Additionally, Animalia’s NFTs may become interoperable with other Avalanche-based projects, further increasing their long-term value.

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