Animalia Launches Layer 1 Chain to Power Its Web3 Card Game

Big things are happening in the world of blockchain games. This week, Animalia, the meme-fueled web3 trading card game (TCG), officially launched its Animalia Layer 1 chain (L1) on the Avalanche mainnet, powered by AvaCloud. This bold move marks a major leap forward for both the game and its community.

So what does this mean for players and investors? Airdrops, NFT migration, staking, and a brand-new chain—there’s a lot to unpack. Let’s break it all down.

What Is Animalia L1 and Why It Matters

Animalia L1 is a dedicated gaming chain built specifically for the Animalia TCG. Developed using Avalanche’s AvaCloud infrastructure, this Layer 1 chain acts as a home base for the entire Animalia gaming ecosystem.

By launching its own L1, Animalia can now tailor its blockchain functionality to better suit the needs of the game and its players. Think faster transactions, better scalability, smoother gameplay, and room for innovative on-chain features—all while keeping the fun of NFT card battles alive.

This move transforms Animalia from simply a web3 TCG into a full-fledged blockchain gaming platform.

Key Benefits of the Layer 1 Migration

The migration to Animalia L1 comes with a range of upgrades and exciting developments. Here’s what players can expect:

• 🚀 $ANIM Token Airdrop: A brand-new airdrop is coming, along with reworked tokenomics and a native ANIM DEX Swap.

• 🔁 NFT Migration: All existing assets—Titans, Card Packs, and more—will be migrated to the new chain.

• 🔐 Smart Contract Integration: All smart contracts will be transitioned, ensuring a seamless ecosystem experience.

• 🌍 Complete Ecosystem Launch: Everything Animalia—from NFTs to tokens to smart contracts—will live on this dedicated L1.

• 🧩 Node and Staking Features: New opportunities for network validation and on-chain earning are on the horizon.

With these enhancements, Animalia is positioning itself as a serious contender in the blockchain gaming space.

The $ANIM Token Gets an Upgrade

One of the major changes involves the revamp of the $ANIM token. The team has announced a new airdrop for token holders, along with updated tokenomics designed to improve liquidity and sustainability.

Additionally, the creation of an ANIM DEX Swap means that players will now be able to swap tokens and pay gas fees using ANIM within the ecosystem itself. It's a huge step toward full decentralization and usability.

If you're a current holder of $ANIM, keep your eyes peeled for a snapshot announcement that will finalize eligibility for the airdrop.

Say Goodbye (and Hello) to NFTs

With the NFT migration, all existing Animalia NFTs are making their way to the L1 chain. Titans, card packs, and other collectibles will be transferred based on a snapshot that’s set to be announced shortly.

Once the migration is complete, old assets will either be burned or sent to the vault, permanently solidifying the new chain as the game’s single source of truth.

For collectors and traders, this is a unique moment—scarcity meets scalability, and the NFT economy within Animalia is about to get a whole lot more exciting.

Play and Earn Like Never Before

Beyond just the card battles, Animalia is introducing staking and node features, allowing players to earn by participating in the blockchain itself.

This includes opportunities to become validators, stake tokens, and contribute to the growth and security of the Animalia network. These features provide more ways to be part of the game, beyond just collecting and battling cards.

It’s not just play-to-earn anymore—it’s play, stake, and shape the future of the ecosystem.

Quick Chain Details for Wallet Setup

Ready to dive in? Here’s what you need to manually add the Animalia chain to your crypto wallet:

• Name: Animalia

• Token Symbol: ANIM

• Chain ID: 8787

• RPC URL: https://subnets.avax.network/animalia/mainnet/rpc

• Explorer: https://subnets.avax.network/animalia

Once set up, you’ll be able to interact with the network, transfer assets, and claim your tokens when the airdrop goes live.

What’s Next for Animalia?

According to the developers, this launch is just the beginning. The coming weeks will bring full smart contract integration, ecosystem rollout, and possibly even new features that haven’t been announced yet.

Animalia is currently in open beta on HyperPlay for both Windows and MacOS, making it accessible to a growing audience of web3 gamers.

This move also aligns with a broader trend: other blockchain games are flocking to Avalanche, too. Just this month, MapleStory Universe launched its Henesys Chain, and last month, Paradise Tycoon chose Avalanche for the $MOANI token launch.

With Avalanche rapidly becoming a hub for play-to-earn blockchain games, Animalia is clearly in good company.

Final Thoughts: A Big Win for Web3 TCG Fans

Whether you’re a veteran of the Animalia universe or just discovering it now, the launch of the Animalia L1 chain represents a game-changing moment.

It’s more than a technical update—it’s the evolution of a community-driven, meme-powered, blockchain-based game into a complete gaming ecosystem. With staking, NFT ownership, airdrops, and a dedicated chain, Animalia is giving players more power and potential than ever before.

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