Unichain

How to Prepare for the Unichain Airdrop

If you’re looking to position yourself for a potential Unichain airdrop, here’s a comprehensive guide to help you get started with the platform and maximize your chances.

1. Set up a compatible wallet: Create or use an existing Ethereum wallet like MetaMask that supports EVM-compatible chains.
2. Acquire ETH: You’ll need ETH for transactions on Unichain. Purchase some ETH from Binance and withdraw via Arbitrum or Base to your wallet address.
3. Bridge funds to Unichain: Bridge via Rhino.fi to transfer ETH from Layer 2s to Unichain.
4. Add Unichain to your wallet: Add the Unichain network to your MetaMask or other compatible wallet using the following network details:
   • Network Name: Unichain
   • RPC URL: https://rpc.unichain.org
   • Chain ID: 8453
   • Currency Symbol: ETH
   • Block Explorer: https://explorer.unichain.org
5. Perform swaps on Uniswap: Execute regular token swaps using Uniswap on the Unichain network.
6. Claim your Super Account: Claim your Super Account if you haven’t done so already.
7. Earn Unichain badges: Complete transactions on Unichain to earn badges. Badges are awarded for completing more than 5, 20, 50, 100, and 250 transactions.
8. Deploy a smart contract: Use owlto.finance to deploy a simple smart contract on Unichain to demonstrate developer engagement.
9. Mint a .defi domain: Mint a .defi domain name using ZNS Connect.
10. Participate in Unimon: Mint Unimon egg NFTs and play the game to demonstrate engagement with Unichain’s ecosystem.
11. Follow official channels: Follow the official Unichain account on X (formerly Twitter) for updates and announcements.

Unichain testnet guide

1. Visit the Unichain testnet doc.
2. Add the network to your wallet:
   • Name: Unichain Sepolia
   • Chain ID: 1301
   • RPC URL
   • Currency: ETH
   • Explorer
3. Request test tokens from Sepolia faucets:
   • Ethereum Sepolia Faucet
4. Use the bridge to transfer test tokens:
   • Unichain Sepolia – Brid.gg
   • Superbridge
5. Mint the NFT on Zora (deadline: 12h):
   • Unichain: Designed for DeFi
6. Run a node using the official guide:
   • Set Up A Node | Unichain Docs
7. Interact with the testnet to potentially become eligible for an airdrop if they plan to launch one in the future.
8. Complete Unichain x MVHQ: Unichain Farming Vol. 1 tasks

Unichain NFT Mint

1. Visit the Unichain Unicorn NFT mint page.
2. Follow them on X and retweet the post.
3. Check the passport.
4. Complete all the tasks to mint free Unicorn NFT.
5. Holders of this NFT will receive 10M $NERZO Tokens for free.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Uniswap and Unichain?

Uniswap is a decentralized exchange protocol that operates across multiple blockchains, while Unichain is a Layer 2 blockchain created by the Uniswap Foundation. Unichain serves as an infrastructure layer that can host Uniswap and many other DeFi applications with improved performance and reduced costs.

Do I need UNI tokens to use Unichain?

No, you don’t need UNI tokens to use Unichain. The network uses ETH for gas fees, just like Ethereum. However, UNI tokens play a role in governance and may be used for staking in the Unichain Validation Network.

How do I check my transaction history on Unichain?

You can view your transaction history on the Unichain block explorer by entering your wallet address in the search bar.

Can I bridge assets other than ETH to Unichain?

Yes, various tokens can be bridged to Unichain using official bridges or third-party solutions like Rhino.fi. Popular tokens like USDC, DAI, and WBTC are typically supported.

How do I know if I’m eligible for a potential airdrop?

While eligibility criteria haven’t been confirmed, based on previous L2 airdrops, users who demonstrate genuine and diverse engagement with the platform over time are typically favored. This includes conducting transactions, providing liquidity, and using various features of the ecosystem.

Conclusion

Unichain represents a significant advancement in DeFi infrastructure, offering users and developers a faster, more cost-efficient environment for decentralized finance activities. By following this guide and actively engaging with the Unichain ecosystem, you’ll not only gain experience with cutting-edge L2 technology but also potentially position yourself for any future token distributions.

Information in this guide is compiled from publicly available sources. Uniswap™ and Unichain™ are trademarks of Universal Navigation Inc. (DBA “Uniswap Labs”). Visit the official website at http://uniswap.org/ for authoritative information.