The much-anticipated Axie Classic Competitive Season 5 has officially commenced, heralding a new chapter filled with rewarding opportunities and thrilling updates for its community. This four-week saga is not merely a contest but a pivotal epoch for every Classic aficionado, boasting a prize pool of 35.6K AXS (valued approximately at $166k). With a much-desired spot in the Axie World Cup up for grabs, the competition intensity is at an all-time high, offering both veterans and newcomers a chance to etch their names in the annals of the game’s history.
Season Highlights and Rewards
The bounty for Season 5 stands as a testament to the game’s magnanimity, dispersing a total of 35,600 AXS across various segments:
- Mini Tournaments: 14,000 AXS (500 AXS per day over four weeks)
- Golden Wheel: 5,600 AXS (200 AXS per day over four weeks)
- Guild Leaderboard: 10,000 AXS
- Guild Milestones: 3,000 AXS
- Season Championship: 3,000 AXS
Participants are given until September 19th, encompassing multiple time zones, to escalate their positions and secure a portion of these riches. Guilds are also in the spotlight, vying for top positions to accrue Placement Points essential for the impending Guild Wars.
Guild Leaderboard and Milestones
The fabric of Axie Classic’s competitive realm is interwoven with guild dynamics, and this season further affirms their importance. With a prize reservoir of 10,000 AXS earmarked for the Guild Leaderboard and an additional 3,000 AXS for Guild Milestones, the impetus to collaboratively strive for excellence is stronger. Guild members must orchestrate their strategies with precision as the closure of the Guild Leaderboard coincides with that of the Arena Leaderboard.
The Return of Mini Tournaments
Mini Tournaments make a grand return, revamped and ready to challenge participants anew. The redistribution of the daily prize pool to 500 AXS split into two shifts ensures a seamless transition between battles, enhancing player engagement. The introduction of a more lenient approach to draws and adjustments to the MMR system, especially for Master and Challenger ranks, imbues these tournaments with a fresh vibrancy, encouraging more equitable and compelling competition.
Meet the Coliseum Chest
This season also unveils the Coliseum Chest, a novel addition promising to enrich the player experience within the Cursed Coliseum. These chests, potential treasure troves of valuable Artifacts or Golden Wheel spins, incentivize players to engage more deeply with this facet of the game. The Golden Wheel itself has been elevated, now permitting re-rolls with Gems instead of SLP, a move that rewards players with high Axie Classic Reputation Scores with both AXS and SLP tokens.
Season 5 Battle Pass and More
The launch of the Season 5 Battle Pass opens up avenues for players to ascend the ranks, winning Artifacts and Gold along their journey. The Premium Pass, brimming with additional rewards such as AXS, SLP, and the exclusive Lantern Legend banner, presents an irresistible lure for players. Additionally, the allure of engaging more deeply with Axie Classic is further enhanced by the new Axie Classic website, serving as a comprehensive hub for newcomers and seasoned players alike, showcasing everything from Card Explorers to World Cup rankings.
Looking Ahead: The Season Championship
The crescendo of Season 5 will be the Championship, a battleground where the elite will vie for supremacy, the 3,000 AXS prize pool, and the coveted Axie World Cup spot. The direct qualification of the top 16 players from the Arena Leaderboard, supplemented by a stringent selection process for those ranked 17-100 through a private tournament, ensures that the final 32 champions will be the finest of the cohort. This concluding tournament is not just a competitive endeavor but a celebration of skill, strategy, and camaraderie among the global Axie community.
For enthusiasts seeking a deeper dive into the dynamics of Season 5, the official post is an invaluable resource, offering a window into the strategic nuances and opportunities that this season unfolds.
