A Series of Governance Proposals is Coming to Power-Up Ambire Rewards
We propose four changes to Ambire Rewards: making XP linear on key quests, removing the NFT requirement, doubling XP on Ethereum, and increasing governance XP to 5,000. The rewards formula stays the same. Join the Discord discussion and get ready to vote.
TL;DR
We're presenting four proposals to enhance the accessibility and fairness of Ambire Rewards. The goals are to remove barriers to entry, reward actions that align with Ambire's growth, and reflect real usage with clearer incentives.
Why make changes to Rewards
We analyzed the performance of Season 1 and your feedback. Many users have told us they want a more straightforward way to participate and a fairer distribution of $WALLET tokens.
More than 60% of eligible addresses (those with a Level 3 or higher and a balance of $500 or more) have not minted the NFT, which means they miss out on rewards. Ethereum activity is underrewarded compared to Layer 2s, and it also incurs higher costs to use.
More than 8,000 wallet addresses hold $WALLET or $stkWALLET, yet only around 100 wallets vote per proposal. Our current logarithmic XP formula under-rewards heavier usage for some quests, such as larger swaps, more bridging, and deeper support for the token.
These proposals address those gaps. They will lower the friction for newcomers and increase incentives where they matter. The Ambire Reward program is designed to reward participation that strengthens the ecosystem.
Considering that the majority of our users didn't fully understand how Rewards works, we have started with the Season 1 extension vote mentioned above, with the ultimate goal of better utilizing the currently allocated rewards pool to attract more TVL.
What stays the same
The Season 1 rewards distribution formula remains unchanged for the whole season. Rewards still come from the 20,000,000 $WALLET pool (paid in $stkWALLET), and reward weighting is based on your level/XP and balance across weekly snapshots.
Proposal 1: Make XP linear for selected quests
We propose switching XP from logarithmic to linear for eight quests:
- Hold staked $ETH with Lido
- Stake $ETH with Lido
- Use Ambire Bridge
- Swap with Ambire Swap
- Stake $WALLET
- Hold $stkWALLET
- Provide $WALLET liquidity
- Migrate $xWALLET to $stkWALLET
XP will scale in proportion to your activity.
This change better rewards meaningful usage. Heavy users with higher balances, larger swaps, and more bridge volume earn proportionally more XP. It reduces micro-grind behavior and makes points easier to understand. More activity with higher balances should mean more XP!
Proposal 2: Remove the NFT requirement for Rewards
We propose removing the onchain NFT mint as a requirement to join Ambire Rewards. Characters remain as offchain avatars (profile pictures) that you choose during onboarding. Existing NFTs stay in your wallet as collectibles; they will simply not be required to earn $WALLET token rewards.
This removes a barrier to entry and clears up confusion. It allows active users who have never minted to become eligible for rewards. It leads to a broader, fairer distribution of $WALLET across real participants, not only those willing to pay gas to mint.
Proposal 3: Double XP for activity on Ethereum
We propose awarding 2x XP for activity transactions executed on Ethereum Mainnet. This focuses incentives on the chain that anchors our ecosystem and recognizes the higher costs associated with transacting there.
Ethereum activity should carry more weight. Doubling mainnet XP encourages real usage where it matters most.
Proposal 4: Increase XP for governance participation
We propose raising governance voting rewards from 500XP to 5,000XP per vote. Ambire's direction should reflect the voice of users who show up and participate.
Higher incentives will bring more $WALLET and $stkWALLET holders into the process and strengthen community-led decisions.
Quick comparison of the proposals
| Proposal | What changes | Why it helps | Retroactive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linear XP for selected quests | Log → Linear XP gain on 8 quests | Rewards meaningful usage and volume; clearer scaling | No |
| Remove NFT requirement | No NFT needed to earn | Less friction; more inclusion; fewer confused users | Yes |
| 2× XP on Ethereum | Double XP on mainnet activity | Focus incentives on the main chain | No |
| 5,000 XP for governance | Voting XP 500 → 5,000 | Boosts voter participation and voice | Yes |
Timing and process
We'll run a 5-day discussion in Discord, followed by a 5-day Snapshot vote, with two proposals at a time. The Season 1 extension vote is live now. If it passes, these proposals will take effect in Season 1. If it does not, they start next season.
To earn this season, keep a total balance of at least $500 on eligible networks and reach Level 3 or higher in Ambire Rewards using a Smarter EOA (the account you have imported, or created in Ambire) or a Smart Account. If you're new, now is a great time to get set up so you're eligible if changes land.
Get involved
Share your feedback in Discord, then vote on Snapshot when each pair opens. Together, we'll make Ambire Rewards simpler to join, stronger to grow, and fairer for everyone who participates.