Variance, the anime-inspired roguelike/metroidvania, has just launched Wave 3 of its Play to Airdrop event. Starting on January 6th at 9 PM UTC and running until January 10th at 9 PM UTC, this wave brings over 1500 lootboxes and 1500 talismans into play, offering players even more reasons to dive into the Realmverse.

What's New in Variance's Play to Airdrop Wave 3?

The latest phase of this event introduces exciting updates to keep players engaged:

  • Leaderboards: Compete for the highest score in this brand-new feature and earn exclusive rewards.
  • Fresh Quests: Daily, weekly, and achievement-based quests are available for even more ways to snag lootboxes and talismans.
  • New Levels: Explore additional challenges with newly introduced levels.
  • Gameplay Updates: Improved balance tweaks and bug fixes ensure smoother gameplay.

How Does It Work?

The Play to Airdrop system allows players to complete in-game quests and earn lootboxes, which contain talismans. These talismans are key to determining your share in Variance's upcoming Token Generation Event (TGE). Here's what you need to know:

  1. Complete Quests: Claim daily quests before the midnight (UTC) reset to maximize your lootboxes.
  2. Open Lootboxes: Each box contains talismans, with rarity levels that directly influence your airdrop rewards.
  3. Compete on Leaderboards: Top players will walk away with some of the rarest talismans and extra lootboxes.

Leaderboard Rewards

If you're aiming for the top spot, here's what's at stake:

  • Rank 1: 25 lootboxes + 3 legendary talismans
  • Rank 2: 15 lootboxes + 2 legendary talismans
  • Rank 3: 10 lootboxes + 1 legendary talisman
  • Ranks 4–50: 7 lootboxes + 2 epic talismans
  • Ranks 51–100: 5 lootboxes + 1 epic talisman
  • Ranks 101+: 1 lootbox per winner

That's a guaranteed 1500 lootboxes and talismans up for grabs, with rarer talismans offering better rewards during the TGE.

How to Join Wave 3?

Getting involved in Wave 3 is straightforward:

  1. Join Variance's Discord Server: Gain access to the "playtest-access" channel for detailed instructions.
  2. Earn a P2A Access Pass via:
    • Rumble Royale: Compete in Discord-based battles for a chance to win, or
    • Alphabot Raffle: Complete social tasks like following Variance on Twitter or joining the Discord to secure your spot.

Players who took part in previous waves will automatically retain access to this event.

Why Play Variance?

Variance is a free to play action roguelike/metroidvania powered by blockchain tech through the Treasure Chain. Players control Variants—anime-inspired characters with unique weapons and abilities—in a procedurally generated world filled with exploration, intense battles, and rich lore. Currently, Ella is the sole playable character, but future updates will bring more Variants, each with distinct playstyles.

Here's what Variance's last Closed Alpha achieved:

  • 52,301 levels played
  • 22,041 runs completed
  • 9,306 quests finished
  • 910 active players
  • An average of 19.2 transactions per user/day

A Glimpse at the Future

With its integration of blockchain tech, Variance offers a fresh spin on play to earn mechanics. Though full details are still under wraps, the game's current play to airdrop system highlights its potential for combining classic gameplay with meaningful rewards.

Players can expect Variance to expand to multi-platform support, including Steam, Epic Games, the App Store, and Google Play. For now, Wave 3 is the perfect chance to immerse yourself in the Realmverse and get a head start on earning your share of future rewards.

Final Call

Variance's Play to Airdrop Wave 3 is live! Don't miss out on the opportunity to collect talismans, climb the leaderboards, and secure rare rewards ahead of the TGE. Whether you're a seasoned player or just diving into the Realmverse, there's something here for everyone. The clock is ticking—grab your lootboxes and talismans before January 10th!