Lombard

Latest Update: Lombard $BARD Token Claim Now Live

Lombard has launched the $BARD token claim process for eligible contributors. The claiming and staking functions are now active across multiple platforms.

Claim Options

Eligible participants can claim their $BARD tokens through the following platforms:

1. Main Platform Claims
   • Claims & staking for Lux Holders
2. Kaito Claims
   • Alternative claiming interface for Kaito users
3. Buidlpad Claims
   • Buidlpad Community Sale Participants

Eligibility Requirements

Participants must have earned at least 5,000 Lux to qualify for the airdrop. This threshold is equivalent to holding approximately 0.01 LBTC for 30 days. Lux is an activity-based metric that recognizes authentic usage of Lombard’s products through:

• Holding LBTC
• Using LBTC in DeFi
• Earning badges
• Referring friends

Token Allocation Details

A total of 40,000,000 $BARD has been allocated to 81,489 eligible Season 1 participants:

General Participants (30,000,000 $BARD):

• Linear allocation based on Lux earned
• Average allocation: 367 $BARD per participant
• Vesting schedule:
  • 50% available at TGE (excluding referral allocations)
  • Remaining 50% claimable after 6 months (including referral allocations)

Strategic Liquidity Providers (10,000,000 $BARD):

• Allocated to large liquidity providers supporting DEX depth, seed lending, and Pendle markets
• Subject to 12-month lockup schedule
• Excluded from Lux calculations to prevent dilution

Kaito Yappers Program

1,600,000 $BARD (0.16% of total supply) allocated to the Kaito Yappers program:

• 50% distributed to 450 eligible Season 1 participants
• Eligibility: Contributors with over 0.01% mindshare
• All qualifying Yappers are eligible regardless of Yaps count or leaderboard position

Important Exclusions

• Activity on Solana, Katana, and TAC is not eligible for Season 1
• These activities will receive Season 2 Lux via badges with specific allocations
• Unclaimed $BARD after the 90-day claim period returns to the Ecosystem Fund

How to Participate in Lombard Finance Season 2 Airdrop

1. Visit the Lombard Finance Website
   • Go to the official Lombard Finance platform
   • Connect your Web3 wallet (MetaMask, WalletConnect, etc.)
2. Deposit Bitcoin for Staking
   • Navigate to the staking section
   • Deposit Bitcoin to begin earning LBTC tokens
   • You can purchase Bitcoin from Binance if needed
3. Mint LBTC Tokens
   • After depositing Bitcoin, mint equivalent LBTC tokens
   • LBTC tokens are backed 1:1 by your staked Bitcoin
   • These tokens automatically accrue staking rewards over time
4. Use Referral Code for Bonus Points
   • Enter referral code “5xbrv8” during registration
   • This provides an additional 10% bonus on your Lux points
   • Both you and the referrer earn rewards through the program
5. Participate in Vault Campaigns
   • Explore available vault opportunities for additional rewards
   • Consider depositing LBTC in partner protocol vaults
   • Each vault offers different reward structures and point multipliers
6. Monitor Your Points Balance
   • Track your accumulated Lux points in your dashboard
   • Points are distributed based on your staking duration and amount
   • Higher stakes and longer commitments earn more points
7. Participate in the Yapper Leaderboard Campaign
   • Lombard is currently running one of the largest Kaito campaigns to date, with a total reward pool ranging from $1 million to $5 million.
   • The campaign is ongoing and will conclude in December 2025.
   • The leaderboard is determined by cumulative mindshare over time, meaning that early and consistent participation is key.
   • To improve your chances of ranking in the top 100, it is advisable to maintain a steady posting cadence throughout the campaign period.

Tips for Maximizing Your Lombard Rewards

Diversify Your Participation

• Engage with multiple vault campaigns simultaneously to maximize point accumulation.
• Monitor new partnership announcements for additional earning opportunities.
• Maintain consistent staking to benefit from compound reward growth.
• Collect as many badges as possible. Go to Dashboard then Badges to see the available opportunities.

Leverage Partnership Programs

• Participate in the Mizu Labs HyperBTC Vault with LBTC for Hyperliquid ecosystem exposure and 3x Lombard Lux.
• Go to Bridge, bridge LBTC to Berachain. Deposit into the Sentora DeFi vault to earn 4x Lombard Lux, Bera BGT rewards and points from other protocols.
• Explore the Bitcoin Sonic Vault for access to the $200M Sonic token airdrop and 4x Lombard Lux.
• All other opportunities are available on the “Explore DeFi” page. Scroll down to see the vaults with the highest Lux multipliers.

Optimize Your Staking Strategy

• Larger Bitcoin deposits generally earn proportionally more points
• Longer staking commitments often receive bonus multipliers
• Regular engagement with the platform may unlock additional benefits

Utilize Referral Opportunities

• Share your referral link to earn 20% of referred users’ Lux points
• Focus on referring users who will make substantial deposits
• Build a network of active participants for ongoing passive rewards

Understanding LBTC and Bitcoin Staking

LBTC represents a liquid version of staked Bitcoin that maintains its peg while earning yield through the Babylon blockchain’s consensus mechanism. Unlike traditional Bitcoin holdings, LBTC tokens can be used across various DeFi protocols while still earning staking rewards. This dual functionality makes LBTC particularly valuable for users seeking to maximize their Bitcoin’s earning potential.

The staking mechanism relies on Babylon’s security model, where Bitcoin validators secure the network and earn rewards distributed to LBTC holders. This process ensures that users maintain exposure to Bitcoin’s price movements while earning additional yield through network participation.

Advanced Strategies for Point Farming

Pendle Integration Strategy

Users can purchase YT-LBTC tokens on Pendle’s platform to gain leveraged exposure to Lombard points. This strategy involves higher risk as the value of YT-LBTC tokens decays to zero over time, but offers accelerated point accumulation for experienced DeFi users.

Cross-Chain Optimization

Utilize LBTC across multiple supported networks (Ethereum, BNB Chain, Sui) to access different DeFi opportunities while maintaining your Lombard point accumulation. Each network offers unique yield farming and trading opportunities.

Community Engagement

Participate in Lombard’s Ambassador Program and community initiatives to earn additional rewards beyond basic staking. Active community members often receive early access to new campaigns and bonus opportunities.