Staking & Rewards Guide
Lock your LP tokens or project tokens to earn multiplied rewards. Your commitment level determines your multiplier. This guide explains exactly how the system works and how much you can earn.
Two Staking Options: PatronClaim vs VaultClaim
Opals offers two distinct staking mechanisms with different characteristics.
PatronClaim: Permanent Lock, Maximum Rewards
What it is: When you buy Patron Cards during launch, you automatically participate in PatronClaim. Your LP allocation is locked permanently.
Multiplier: 10x (the highest possible)
Lock period: Permanent (forever)
Liquidity: None. Cannot withdraw LP tokens. Can only sell the Patron Card NFT itself on secondary markets.
Best for: True believers committed to the project long-term.
VaultClaim: Flexible Locks, Variable Rewards
What it is: After launch, you can stake LP tokens or project tokens with custom lock periods from 7 days to permanent.
Multiplier: 0.024x to 10x depending on lock duration
Lock period: You choose (7 days minimum to permanent)
Liquidity: Exit early via Open Vested Liquidity (OVL) with penalties, or wait for lock expiration
Best for: Investors wanting flexibility and control over commitment level.
Understanding PatronPower
PatronPower determines your share of reward distributions. Higher PatronPower = larger reward share.
The Formula
PatronPower = LP Amount × Time Multiplier
For PatronClaim: PatronPower = LP Amount × 10
For VaultClaim: PatronPower = LP Amount × (Lock Duration / 4 years) × 5 (capped at 5x for time locks)
Or PatronPower = LP Amount × 10 for permanent locks
Why This Matters
Reward distribution: Your PatronPower determines what percentage of total rewards you receive.
Compound effect: Higher PatronPower means more rewards, which can be reinvested for even higher PatronPower.
Competitive advantage: Early stakers with long locks get the highest multipliers.
Reward Sources
Trading Fees
Source: 1% of all trades on the project's Uniswap pool
Distribution: Flows to Distributor contract, then to stakers based on PatronPower
Frequency: Continuous as trades happen
Example: $1M daily volume = $10,000 daily fees. If you have 5% PatronPower, you earn $500 daily.
Protocol Fees
Source: 2% platform fee from project sales
Distribution: Part flows to PatronClaim holders as additional rewards
Frequency: As projects accumulate fees
Example: Project generates $50,000 in protocol fees monthly. With 2% PatronPower, you earn $1,000 monthly.
Token Appreciation
Source: LP token value increases as trading volume and fees accumulate
Distribution: Your LP tokens become more valuable over time
Frequency: Continuous as the pool grows
Example: Your $1,000 LP position grows to $1,500 as the pool accumulates value.
Staking Strategies
Strategy 1: Maximum Commitment (PatronClaim)
What to do: Buy Patron Cards during launch and hold forever
Multiplier: 10x (highest possible)
Pros: Maximum rewards, no management needed, permanent protection
Cons: No flexibility, cannot exit early
Best for: Projects you believe in long-term
Strategy 2: Gradual Commitment (VaultClaim)
What to do: Start with short locks, gradually increase as you gain confidence
Multiplier: 0.024x to 10x depending on lock duration
Pros: Flexibility, can adjust commitment level, can exit early
Cons: Lower multipliers, requires active management
Best for: Projects you're learning about
Strategy 3: Diversified Approach
What to do: Mix PatronClaim and VaultClaim across different projects
Multiplier: Varies by project and strategy
Pros: Diversified risk, optimized returns, flexibility
Cons: More complex, requires more management
Best for: Experienced investors with multiple projects
Lock Duration Guide
Short Locks (7-30 days)
Multiplier: 0.024x to 0.2x
Best for: Testing new projects, short-term opportunities
Risk: Low commitment, low rewards
Example: 7-day lock = 0.024x multiplier, 30-day lock = 0.2x multiplier
Medium Locks (1-6 months)
Multiplier: 0.2x to 2.5x
Best for: Projects you're confident in but want flexibility
Risk: Medium commitment, medium rewards
Example: 3-month lock = 1.25x multiplier, 6-month lock = 2.5x multiplier
Long Locks (6 months - 2 years)
Multiplier: 2.5x to 5x
Best for: Projects you strongly believe in
Risk: High commitment, high rewards
Example: 1-year lock = 3.75x multiplier, 2-year lock = 5x multiplier
Permanent Locks
Multiplier: 10x (same as PatronClaim)
Best for: Projects you're absolutely certain about
Risk: Maximum commitment, maximum rewards
Example: Permanent lock = 10x multiplier, same as PatronClaim
Maximizing Your Returns
Choose the Right Projects
Research thoroughly: Understand what you're staking in
Check the team: Look for experienced, credible founders
Evaluate the product: Make sure it solves real problems
Assess the community: Strong communities drive success
Optimize Your Lock Duration
Start short: Begin with shorter locks to test projects
Increase gradually: Extend locks as you gain confidence
Consider permanent: For projects you're absolutely certain about
Diversify: Mix different lock durations across projects
Reinvest Your Rewards
Compound returns: Reinvest rewards to increase your stake
Higher PatronPower: More stake means more rewards
Exponential growth: Compound returns can be powerful
Long-term thinking: Think in years, not days
Common Mistakes
Locking Too Long Too Early
Mistake: Locking for 2 years on a project you just discovered
Why it's bad: You might want to exit if the project changes
Better approach: Start with shorter locks, extend as you learn
Not Reinvesting Rewards
Mistake: Claiming rewards but not reinvesting them
Why it's bad: Missing out on compound returns
Better approach: Reinvest rewards to increase your stake
Ignoring Project Quality
Mistake: Staking in projects without researching them
Why it's bad: You might lose your entire investment
Better approach: Research thoroughly before staking
Panic Selling
Mistake: Selling during temporary dips
Why it's bad: Missing out on long-term gains
Better approach: Stay calm and focus on fundamentals
Risk Management
Understand the Risks
Project risk: The project might fail or change direction
Technical risk: Smart contract bugs could cause losses
Market risk: Token prices could go down
Lock risk: You might want to exit but can't
Mitigate the Risks
Diversify: Don't put all your money in one project
Research: Understand what you're investing in
Start small: Begin with smaller amounts
Stay informed: Keep up with project developments
Advanced Strategies
Yield Farming
What it is: Staking in multiple projects to maximize total returns
How to do it: Identify high-yield projects and stake in them
Benefits: Diversified income, higher total returns
Risks: More projects to manage, higher complexity
Liquidity Provision
What it is: Providing liquidity to earn trading fees
How to do it: Add liquidity to Uniswap pools
Benefits: Direct fee income, no lock periods
Risks: Impermanent loss, market risk
Governance Participation
What it is: Participating in project governance decisions
How to do it: Vote on proposals, suggest improvements
Benefits: Influence project direction, community building
Risks: Time investment, potential conflicts
Monitoring Your Stakes
Track Your Performance
PatronPower: Monitor your PatronPower across projects
Rewards: Track your reward earnings
Performance: Compare returns across different strategies
Adjustments: Make changes based on performance
Tools and Resources
Opals Dashboard: View your stakes and rewards
Block Explorer: Verify transactions on-chain
Community Forums: Get help and share strategies
Analytics Tools: Track performance and trends
Next Steps
Ready to start staking?
Getting Started - Set up your wallet and make your first purchase
Understanding Patron Cards - Learn what you're buying
Risk Management - Protect your investment
Maximizing Returns - Advanced strategies
Remember: Staking is a long-term strategy. Choose projects you believe in, start with reasonable lock durations, and be patient. The best returns come to those who commit to quality projects for the long term.
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