MANEKINEKO NFTs: Shaping the Future of the SyFu Ecosystem

5 min readAug 13, 2024

In the SyFu ecosystem, MANEKINEKO NFTs play a central role in transforming user spending data into digital assets. We are excited to officially unveil the generative visuals of these NFTs for the first time.

MANEKINEKO NFTs are not just digital assets; they are a crucial element in realizing SyFu’s vision.

What is MANEKINEKO NFT?

MANEKINEKO NFT is a core digital asset within the SyFu ecosystem, playing an essential role in enabling user activities within the ecosystem. There are two types of MANEKINEKO NFTs in SyFu: the unlimited MANEKINEKO (Generative) and the limited-edition MANEKINEKO Genesis, each with its own utility and significance.

Key Features

Unlimited and Limited Editions

Unlimited Edition — MANEKINEKO (Generative): This NFT is generated through Breeding as part of the user’s activities within the ecosystem and is used in the GameFi ecosystem.
Limited Edition — MANEKINEKO Genesis (MNG): A highly rare NFT with a cap of 3,120 units, minted on the Ethereum chain under the ERC-721 standard. These NFTs have special rights within the SyFu ecosystem and impact in-game rarity.

For an overview of Genesis, please refer to the whitepaper:

SyFu Whitepaper ver1.0 (3: About MANEKINEKO Genesis)

MANEKINEKO (Generative)

MANEKINEKO is a generative NFT, with each NFT having unique body colors and outfits. Additionally, there are multiple rarity levels (more than three), which influence the NFT’s parameter range.
MANEKINEKO (Generative) is issued on the BNB Smart Chain.

Growth and Development

MANEKINEKO grows through three stages: “Pod,” “Mini,” and “Prime,” based on the user’s economic contributions through spending activities and the use of Econ (Ingame Token). As it progresses through these stages, the types and amounts of digital assets it can acquire change, increasing its influence within the ecosystem.
MANEKINEKO requires regular maintenance and care, which consumes Econ (Ingame Token).
While MANEKINEKO has a set lifespan, there are methods to extend it.

Utility

BIND Functionality and Token/NFT Acquisition

By holding MANEKINEKO (Generative), users can utilize their daily spending data integrated into SyFu through the BIND functionality. This data can be used to acquire tokens or item NFTs within the ecosystem.

Breeding

MANEKINEKO (Generative) with a rarity of Uncommon or higher can be bred a certain number of times, allowing for the creation of new MANEKINEKO.

For an overview of the Breeding program, please refer to the whitepaper: SyFu Whitepaper ver1.0 (5: Overview of the Breeding Program)

Features Unlocked by Holding Multiple NFTs

Depending on the number of MANEKINEKO held and their rarity, special features and benefits within the ecosystem are unlocked in stages. For example, the more NFTs or higher rarity you hold, the greater the amount of EVT and Econ you can earn, along with additional rewards and privileges.

Ecosystem Contribution Level

The number of MANEKINEKO held and the duration of holding them are directly reflected in your ecosystem contribution level within SyFu. This contribution level affects the distribution of SyFu tokens, special airdrops, and privileges within the ecosystem. Specifically, the higher your contribution level, the more rewards and benefits you will receive.

Details on Ecosystem Contribution Level

［Evaluation Criteria:］

Token Holding: The amount and duration of holding SyFu tokens impact your contribution level.
NFT Holding: The number of MANEKINEKO NFTs, their rarity, and the duration of holding them are also reflected in your contribution level.
Trading Activity: Trading records on the marketplace contribute to your contribution level as well.

［Rewards and Benefits:］

Rewards: Users with a high contribution level receive regular distributions of SyFu tokens.
Benefits: Benefits include access to exclusive items and priority participation in specific events.

MANEKINEKO in the Early Ecosystem

［Composition of Early MANEKINEKO:］

The early MANEKINEKO in the ecosystem will consist of Uncommon (Genesis) NFTs airdropped to MANEKINEKO Genesis holders on the Ethereum chain, MANEKINEKO Uncommon (OG) NFTs minted during the NFT presale, and limited collaboration models (to be determined).

［Increase in Supply from Early MANEKINEKO:］

After the open beta launch on the mainnet, the supply of Uncommon and higher MANEKINEKO will increase through Breeding from the early MANEKINEKO.

We will be announcing the details of the upcoming NFT presale soon. Please stay tuned for more information.

Recent Milestones

Q3 2024: Test Beta Release
Q3 2024: NFT Presale
Q3-Q4 2024: Mainnet Open Beta Launch
Q3-Q4 2024: Global Payment Service “SyFu Pay (provisional)” Launch
Q3-Q4 2024: SyFu NFT Marketplace Launch
TBA: TGE（Token Generation Event )

Highlights of the SyFu Project

The SyFu project has achieved several significant milestones to date:

About the SyFu Project

SyFu is a Payment Data-Based DePIN project. It is a new Web3 lifestyle app that transforms payment data into digital assets. Users can earn tokens and NFTs through a Tamagotchi-like experience by nurturing the iconic Japanese “Lucky Cat” NFT using their daily payment data. This platform manages real-world spending and economic contributions on a decentralized network, creating an entirely new consumer experience and Web3 universal credentials.

Official Website: https://syfu.io/