Frontinus House: 10 Genesis Grants projects that will reshape the Realms ecosystem in the future.

Original Title: "Frontinus House: Genesis Grants - 10 Projects that will Reshape the Realms Ecosystem in the Future"

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Genesis Grants Voting Marathon: A Review of the Top Ten Exciting Competitors

In the past week, the competition for the highly anticipated Frontinus House Genesis Grants has brought continuous excitement and suspense. In the early voting, projects like "Call the Banners", "Loot Underworld", and "Risk of the Realms" quickly emerged and occupied the top three spots on the leaderboard for the first time. However, their early momentum gradually faded at the last minute. "Call the Banners" fell from first place to sixth place. "Loot Underworld" and "Risk of the Realms" were both surpassed by rapidly rising competitors and ultimately failed to enter the top five.

On the contrary, "Crypts & Caverns" and "Loot Royale" exemplify the typical story of underdog projects. "Crypts & Caverns" remained low in the rankings in the early stages, but then rapidly rose to first place. Similarly, "Loot Royale" failed to enter the top two for several days, but suddenly emerged on September 2nd, jumping from third place to first place in just 24 hours. Both projects demonstrate a dramatic comeback victory.

Meanwhile, other early disadvantaged projects such as "Kist" and "Last Standing" steadily climbed into the top ten through continuous promotion. The late sprint of "Starknet.Unity" highlighted the fierce competition, as it rose from the bottom few to the tenth place, but was ultimately squeezed out of the top ten at the last moment.

In the last 24 hours, the competition has reached a fever pitch, with the tenth-ranked project rapidly rising from just over 500 votes to over 900 votes. This demonstrates that as the voting deadline approaches, the threshold for breaking into the top ten is rapidly increasing.

During the voting process, there were dramatic lead changes, comebacks, and intense last-minute competition among builders vying for a spot in the top ten. The rapid shifts in votes emphasized how fragile rankings can be. Early leaders cannot rest on their laurels. Projects must constantly fight for every vote to survive. Some early front-runners performed well but ultimately failed. However, disadvantaged projects like "Crypts & Caverns" proved that even huge gaps can be overcome through perseverance. The dramatic lead changes kept the community engaged and on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Frontinus House: Genesis Grants has ended and the community has voiced their opinions. In this article, we will introduce the top ten projects chosen through community voting - these groundbreaking initiatives will shape the future of Realms Autonomous World. Let's delve into the innovative ideas and potential of these pioneers, each of whom has contributed to the constantly evolving landscape of blockchain and decentralization.

Crypts & Caverns Map Version Loot Survivor (by cryptsncaverns) - 1217 votes

Crypts and Caverns (C&C) is an NFT map project created for the Lootverse metaverse, aimed at enriching the Loot Survivor game environment, with a special focus on enhancing the gameplay of Loot Survivor. C&C fills a crucial gap in Lootverse, providing unpredictable and unique maps necessary for exciting adventures.

Although Loot provides items and Genesis Adventurers provides characters, Lootverse lacks randomly generated story backgrounds. C&C intervenes to solve this problem by providing map generation, expanding the possibilities of in-game experience.

The on-chain map of C&C has been standardized and is easy to integrate into any Lootverse project, with Loot Survivor being the main focus. Games like LootMMO have successfully integrated the C&C map to create underground dungeon adventure games using Loot assets.

C&C is closely aligned with the openness and generative nature of Loot, providing modular components for world building that transform the potential of the Lootverse into a dynamic gaming experience, particularly within Loot Survivor.

In short, Crypts and Caverns (C&C) is a valuable addition to Lootverse, focusing on enriching the gaming experience of Loot Survivor. By providing diverse and ever-changing environments, C&C not only contributes to the development of on-chain games within Lootverse, but also promotes the development of on-chain games in a broader context.

To learn more about C&C, please click on this link.

Loot Royale (BladeDAO) - 1101 votes

Loot Royale is a groundbreaking on-chain gaming project that seamlessly integrates NFTs and exciting battle royale gameplay. At its core, Loot Royale provides players with a unique opportunity to turn their valuable loot NFTs into in-game characters using Bacalhau calculations. This innovative NFT integration leads to a dynamic and constantly evolving gaming experience, with each battle full of unpredictability and surprises.

One notable feature of Loot Royale is its use of on-chain map generation, with the game's terrain derived from domain NFTs. This ensures a fresh and unique feel to each round, guaranteeing that no two games are exactly the same. The battlefield is constantly changing, thanks to a random algorithm that determines the shrinking of the game area, ensuring that players must adapt and strategize on the fly.

The core of the game economy is the $LORDS token, which has multiple uses. Players can stake $LORDS as the prize pool for each match, creating a high-risk environment where the winner takes all rewards. Additionally, $LORDS tokens can be used to craft in-game items, although players must be mindful of the limits on carrying items.

Loot Royale is unique in that it allows the community to participate in designing in-game items, allowing the game environment to constantly evolve. In addition, the project introduces meta-gaming through gambling, attracting DeFi enthusiasts to speculate on game outcomes and adding more exciting elements.

The target audience of Loot Royale includes not only loot NFT holders, but also domain NFT enthusiasts, Lords token holders, and players eager to explore on-chain games within the StarkNet ecosystem. This is an ambitious attempt that promises to provide a fully on-chain, transparent, and verifiable gaming experience, where players engage in exciting battles driven by game theory. Only those who own domain NFTs can initiate a game, and each round's map is abstracted from the player's NFT into a unique pixelated chessboard, adding an additional layer of personalization and immersion.

Last Standing (Grug) - 1100 votes

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"Last Standing" is a highly attractive strategy game with a completely blockchain-based experience, targeting a wide audience including FOCG and Starknet users, catering to casual players of all ages and genders. The game is accessible on both PC and mobile platforms, with a technology stack including Dojo, Cairo, Phaser, and React.

In "Last Standing", players take on the role of explorers, venturing into undeveloped wilderness to establish outposts on a dynamic map. These outposts face unpredictable events that threaten their existence. The ultimate goal is to become the last standing player, as the owner of the surviving outpost will receive a grand prize supported by $LORDS tokens collected from defense setup fees and game launches.

This game stands out with its 2D hexagonal grid map, reminiscent of classic board games like Settlers of Catan but on a larger scale. The game design features randomness, ease of use, and strategy, all set within the captivating Realmverse/Lootverse. This is a completely blockchain-based gaming experience, bringing a unique twist to traditional gaming.

"Last Standing" is divided into two main stages:

Preparation phase: Players forge adventurers and invest in the defense of outposts. Each defense measure adds an additional layer of protection and is gradually acquired through a unique variable-rate Dutch auction.

Main game phase: Once the preparation work is completed, the explorer will enter the wilderness to establish an outpost. Random events will pose a threat and test the player's strategic ability. Players can also trade outposts and reinforcements on the secondary market. When only one outpost survives, the season will end and the accumulated $LORDS prize will be awarded.

The future seasons will bring exciting features such as map customization, ongoing explorer trades, and resource cultivation through explorer order voting. The number of explorers for each season will vary based on previous forging activities.

Risk of the Realms (Cheelax) - 1085 votes

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"Risk of the Realms" is an open-source blockchain game project aimed at bringing the classic board game "Risk" into the digital realm. The project is set in the fascinating fantasy world of Realms and utilizes Starknet's Layer 2 blockchain technology and the Dojo game engine to redefine multiplayer turn-based strategy games.

Adopting classic strategies from "Risk", players embark on an epic journey, engage in diplomacy, and battle through dice rolls. The integration of blockchain technology ensures a transparent and fair gaming experience, setting a new standard for gaming.

The technical foundation of this project is built on an intelligent contract written using Cairo, running on Starknet, and seamlessly integrated with user-friendly React and Phaser.js front-ends. In addition, "Risk of the Realms" is closely connected to the Realms ecosystem, collaborating with creators to inject rich narratives, unique factions, and immersive events into the game.

"Risk of the Realms" represents an exciting fusion of traditional gaming and cutting-edge blockchain technology. It aims to combine the classic appeal of "Risk" with the infinite possibilities offered by blockchain and Starknet.

Kist (Nicabar) - 1054 votes

Kist represents a vision to harness the potential of Realms Autonomous Worlds (RAW) by cultivating a vibrant LOOT developer community. It aims to unite creators and their communities through decentralized solutions, bridging the gap between computer-based role-playing games and tabletop role-playing games with the advancements of artificial intelligence.

Kist simplifies complex concepts into easily understandable components, recognizing the early stages of development for RAW. It focuses on creating fundamental elements, including a lock-picking mini-game, developer tutorials, and an annual gaming magazine event.

The core of the project revolves around "Pick", which is a clone of the Cairo Hillsfar lock-picking mini-game. "Pick" serves as a tangible example of an entity component system in Dojo and emphasizes the similarities between Cairo and Rust. It emphasizes the importance of creating a simple, educational, and fun experience for beginners.

In order to adapt to the constantly evolving Cairo and Dojo, Kist has adopted an open tutorial approach. Through the developer blog, it documents the learning process and provides valuable insights and resources for developers. This approach promotes continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the RAW community.

Kist envisioned an annual gaming magazine, starting with "Kist 2024", as an innovative platform. It plans to expand this tradition through community-driven DAO decisions, including sponsoring prizes, quarterly mini-game magazines, and bounties. The ultimate goal is to push technological boundaries, inspire participation, and ignite creativity in the RAW world.

The Loot Herald (The Loot Writers Group) - 1032 votes

The Loot Herald project is an innovative initiative that integrates news reporting and advocacy work into the vibrant Loot ecosystem. It is led by a team focused on Loot world narrative - the Loot Discord Writers' Room, which is composed of Loot collectors, enthusiasts, and contributors who are very interested in the narrative aspect of the Lootverse.

The main goal of The Loot Herald is to provide real-time and comprehensive coverage and analysis of the Loot ecosystem, with a focus on the groundbreaking work being done within BibliothecaDAO/Realms. This role serves as a bridge, connecting creators, players, investors, and a wider audience. It simplifies the onboarding process for newcomers, encourages collaboration between project teams, and enhances understanding of the ecosystem.

The target audience of The Loot Herald includes stakeholders of Loot and BibliothecaDAO/Realms, as well as game developers, artists, and the wider cryptocurrency community interested in decentralized art and collaborative storytelling.

In the emerging permissionless chain-based creative field, the integration of news reporting and advocacy work provides an exciting opportunity to drive the entire NFT space forward. This journalist/spokesperson will plan content, conduct interviews, and gain a deep understanding of the Loot ecosystem while actively promoting BibliothecaDAO/Realms and other Loot projects.

InstaSwap (Felix Luo)- 1007 votes

InstaSwap is a groundbreaking protocol designed specifically for ERC-1155 token exchange on Starknet. Inspired by successful platforms such as Uniswap and Niftyswap, the project offers unique and innovative solutions within the Starknet ecosystem.

InstaSwap is unique because it is the first mechanism on Starknet specifically designed for the exchange of ERC-1155 tokens. It provides users with an unprecedented way to conduct decentralized transactions on this blockchain network, meeting the needs of the ERC-1155 token community.

InstaSwap's main target audience includes ERC-1155 token holders, traders, and enthusiasts deeply involved in the Starknet ecosystem. By providing tailored solutions for ERC-1155 tokens within this unique blockchain framework, InstaSwap aims to meet the specific needs of this audience while adhering to the principles of decentralization.

The passion and vision behind InstaSwap is rooted in its potential to drive innovation within the Starknet ecosystem. The project represents the fusion of cutting-edge blockchain technology and decentralized finance, providing efficient, secure, and transparent ERC-1155 token exchange. People are excited about InstaSwap because of the opportunity it presents to unlock new trading possibilities on Starknet.

Call the Banners (BannersNFT) - 986 votes

"Call the Banners" (introduced by Knight of Ser Anthony (KoSA)) is a social interactive game in Lootverse. Originally a Discord-based game, it has now evolved into a chain-based version called CtBOC. This transition aims to attract a global audience by providing open-source, modular design to promote innovation.

This game is hosted on StarkNet and is divided into three stages: preparation stage, battle stage, and ending stage. In the preparation stage, players can strategically form teams, while the battle stage involves war, treasure hunting, and complex strategies. The ending stage rewards players and introduces new narratives, creating an immersive gaming experience.

CtBOC's technical architecture is similar to Loot Survivor, with game logic deployed in contracts on StarkNet and a user-friendly web interface. The development approach includes creating a core playable version (v1) and then expanding it in subsequent versions (v2) to include features from offline games.

"Call the Banners" has the following core principles: low-to-no stakes, engaging, story-inspiring, and episodic. The project has evolved into CtBOC with the aim of revitalizing the gaming experience and cultivating a thriving community within the Realms Autonomous World ecosystem.

A Spellcrafting #play2die Game (Wollum) - 984 votes

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In Realms Autonomous World, an interesting game has been introduced that centers around time-based spell crafting. Players take on the role of wizards, crafting powerful ritual spells and facing the challenge of maintaining spell stability and preventing them from consuming them.

In each game session, players can use various actions, some of which have real-time duration and cooldown time. These actions include searching for materials, dispatching familiars for hunting, spell stabilization, and research. The game design is suitable for short-term participation within a few days or weeks, catering to the preferences of mobile game players.

The ending of the game is either the player's failure or the successful capture of stable spells, thus obtaining unique spell assets. Inspired by spell crafting in digital pet games such as "PopoLoCrois" and "Magician's Quest", the game is designed for casual players and provides a convenient entry into the Realms Autonomous World.

It is worth noting that the game visualizes spells as programmatically generated mystery circles, ensuring the uniqueness of each spell. It also adds a competitive element by showcasing the most powerful wizards through a leaderboard.

Loot Underworld (Mataleone & Recipromancer) - 954 votes

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Loot Underworld is a project by funDAOmental, aimed at expanding the Lootverse by introducing unique worlds to the underground dungeons beneath each Loot Realm. This project will introduce unique underground worlds to each realm, providing diversity to the Loot & Realms ecosystem.

The first stage focuses on the foundation of the project, such as migrating the Endless Crawler's room generator to Cairo, allowing domain lords to freely forge rooms connected to their domains and create underground worlds connected to each domain. These underground worlds are proportional to the domains, making it easy to explore and discover secret connections.

Except for the first phase, the project plans to integrate Hyperbox for 2D/3D experience, develop generative AI art tools for game assets, and create an underground dungeon exploration game inspired by the classic game "Eye of the Beholder". The game will utilize generative AI art and narrative systems to provide a unique gaming experience.

In a broader context, the project aims to add Endless Crawler Chambers as a new element to Lootverse, allowing connections to be established between domains and other Loot tokens. Multiplayer functionality, token upgrades, and integration with BibliothecaDAO Atlas are all planned. In addition, deterministic Loot Survivor Encounters will be added to enhance the cross-chain gaming experience between Ethereum and Starknet.

Top Ten Pioneer Programs: Paving the Way Forward

The ten visionary projects generated through the Frontinus House: Genesis Grants voting represent pioneering initiatives that are destined to shape the future of the autonomous world. However, these ten projects are just the tip of the iceberg.

The voting results show that there are many outstanding builders with innovative ideas. Although they did not make it to the top ten, many other ambitious projects have also shown great potential. The novel concepts of these projects and the enthusiastic support of the community make us believe that they should also be recognized.

Therefore, in order to celebrate the many talents driving development in this ecosystem, we are pleased to highlight five special alternative projects ranked 11th to 15th in the vote. Although these teams did not make it into the top ten, they embody the same innovative spirit and steadfastly focus on the road ahead.

Mississippi - A full-chain Roguelike game - 930 votes

Mississippi is an exciting multiplayer game set in a vast underground cave. Players take on the role of miners competing against each other to extract valuable resources within a time limit. In each game, the cave is procedurally generated and its structure changes, requiring players to adjust their strategies accordingly.

The game involves moving around a grid-based dungeon, assessing other miners, and deciding whether to fight, flee, or cooperate. Your choices will affect the reactions of others, making it a competitive-driven gaming experience. By acting cautiously, avoiding attacks, and sharing information at the right time, you can gain more loot.

Mississippi has integrated Lootverse's equipment system into the game. Players can equip NFT-based items such as boots and armor that enhance speed and defense. NFT holders can use their own equipment, while other players can rent equipment.

This blockchain-based Roguelike game emphasizes multiplayer competition, exploration, and strategic decision-making. The developers also plan to establish a co-creation mode, allowing the community to contribute maps and other content. Mississippi offers an engaging entertainment experience and a new decentralized game development model.

URS AI - Realms + Verifiable Entropy Implemented through ZKML - 547 votes

Entropy, the concept of unpredictability, is a fundamental aspect of our daily lives. In our world, randomness and unexpected events make life more exciting. However, in blockchain-based autonomous systems, the focus often leans towards immutability and transparency, leaving little room for entropy.

URS AI - Realms + The Verifiable Entropy project implemented through ZKML aims to address this imbalance by introducing AI-infused logical entropy into the Ethereum-based autonomous world.

The core goal of this project is to enhance the unpredictability and dynamism of the autonomous world. Decision-making will not only rely on manual voting, but will also adopt AI-based logic. For example, AI models will pre-determine the likelihood of specific events (such as weather changes) without the need for continuous voting.

To ensure transparency and verifiability, the generated entropy will be utilized through Zero Knowledge Machine Learning (ZKML). Although AI lacks complete predictability due to its inherent complexity, the process will follow predefined models that are determined through community consensus or collaborative development.

In short, URS AI - Realms + is a project that aims to inject complexity and unpredictability into the Ethereum-based autonomous world through verifiable entropy implemented by ZKML. It aims to strike a balance between the core principles of blockchain and the stimulus of unpredictability.

Starknet.unity - 430 votes

Starknet.unity is an innovative project aimed at enhancing the integration between Unity game development and the Starknet blockchain. This project is developed by a group of experienced professionals, including game developer Joel Lai, who has a strong background in JavaScript, C#, and Rust, and crypto developer Bill Lee, who has extensive experience in Java, Go, Javascript, Solidity, and Cairo. This project addresses the need for a convenient bridge between Unity and Starknet.

In the field of blockchain game development, Starknet.js has always been the main toolset for developers to interact with the Starknet blockchain. It provides a series of APIs to simplify the development process. However, the corresponding Starknet.cs for Unity developers is clearly missing. Starknet.unity aims to fill this gap and provide a Unity asset for Unity developers, simplifying the process of connecting Unity projects with Starknet.

Starknet.unity's main goal is to provide game developers with a seamless and user-friendly way to integrate Starknet functionality into their Unity projects. With this asset, developers can harness the power of Starknet without the need for complex manual integration, saving time and resources.

Joel Lai and Bill Lee have combined their expertise in game development, blockchain technology, and comprehensive system construction into Starknet.unity. With their advancement in the boundaries of computer science and passion for the intricacies of complex systems, Starknet.unity is ready to become a valuable resource for game developers exploring the possibilities of Starknet in Unity projects.

Shattered Realms: A Loot Adventure - 371 votes

Shattered Realms: Exploration and Loot is an exciting graphic novel project aimed at expanding the ecosystem of Realms. It is a collaboration between illustrator Danny Schlitz (who has worked for companies such as Marvel, Disney, and Sony), comic book publisher Adam Fortier, and writer O_Excess from BibliothecaDAO.

This illustrated novel will be published in both physical and digital formats, featuring locations and characters from the Realms world, including the Realms Compendium and Wonders. It also provides narrative clues for other developers. The project has been launched, with the first chapter sponsored by O_Excess. We are seeking funding from BibliothecaDAO's Frontinus to continue production and involve the community in making key plot decisions.

Shattered Realms introduces blockchain and decentralized elements, including community-driven development and digital distribution through the Macroverse App. It also plans to provide unique benefits for digital comic holders, bridging the gap between digital and physical worlds through entity exchange rights and expanding print distribution.

This novel aims to attract a wide range of audiences, from members of Realms and BibliothecaDAO to the general public, fantasy literature and comic fans, writers, developers, and NFT enthusiasts. It promises to enhance the visibility of the Realms world and support collaborative creation.

Glyphs and Grammars: Adventurer's Spellbook - 261 votes

Glyphs and Grammars project aims to create text-based NFTs on StarkNet, designing 8 different symbols similar to ancient spell books. Domain NFT holders will receive a spell book confirmed by Herodotus. Other spell books will be auctioned through a variable ratio magic symbol and grammar deterministic auction, with profits shared among RealmsDAO, contract owners, and creators. Each symbol is generated with token ID determinism and composed of 2-4 symbols combined through grammar.

The symbol is the word of basic power, which is transformed into a noun, verb, adjective or gerund through grammar. Grammar determines the combination of symbols, thus creating spells. This project prioritizes providing multiple symbols and grammar patterns to create countless spell combinations.

This project is consistent with Loot's principles of decomposability and composability. It embeds a storyline in the contract, introduces the concept of "deciphering" spell codes, and includes eight types of magic, leaning towards an elegant, simple, and mysterious aesthetic. The project also emphasizes the planning and useful combination of spell codes, providing a searchable on-chain symbol and syntax database.

Future plans include providing L2 refinement for talismans, talisman research and collection games, talisman cultivation, integration with Realms AW, using talismans as dungeon keys, and establishing a talisman DAO with financial backing. The project aims to target Loot and Realms NFT holders as well as those interested in becoming wizards and discovering talismans.

Forward: The Next Step Built on the Success of Frontinus House Genesis Grants

Frontinus House Genesis Grants voting rally showcased the exciting innovations of the Realms ecosystem. The excellent quality of the projects in the top 10 and the ranking 11-15 highlights the talent wealth driving progress in this community.

It is worth noting that the 11th ranked project, Mississippi, developed by LXDAO, is a fully on-chain roguelike PVP game that missed the top 10 by a narrow margin of only 24 votes. Its exciting game experience concept and enthusiastic community support make it a project worth paying attention to for future funding opportunities. Even the concept innovations showcased by the builders who barely missed the top 10 left a deep impression on us. Adding a little twist, Mississippi was ranked 5th just 20 minutes before the end of the voting, but was squeezed out of the top 10 in the last minute surge of votes, ending in a bittersweet 11th place, highlighting how intense the competition was until the very last second.

With the success of this pioneering funding program, Realms aims to continue supporting innovative builders through regular funding cycles. After productive discussions in the community, the next round of Frontinus House Genesis Grants will launch in approximately one month.

The Realms team is surprised by the enthusiasm and vision shown by participants in the first round of funding. As Realm continues to develop as a self-governing world, Genesis Grants will provide fuel to cultivate innovative ideas. We eagerly await the next wave of funding proposals and votes, as Realms remains committed to its mission of promoting decentralization, creativity, and community collaboration.

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