# 1.0 Echelon Ecosystem Echelon is a gaming ecosystem powering [Parallel TCG](/echelon-prime-foundation/1.0-echelon-ecosystem/1.1-parallel-tcg) and beyond with [PRIME](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token).

# 1.1 Parallel TCG [Parallel TCG](https://parallel.life/) is a sci-fi trading card game, currently in open beta.\ \ Players can use [PRIME](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token) in Parallel through products and experiences known as [PRIME Sinks](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks).\ \ Players can earn PRIME in Parallel through [Gameplay](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.1-gameplay). {% embed url="" %} # 1.2 Parallel Colony Parallel Colony is a simulation game where you partner with an AI [Avatar](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/avatars) to navigate a mining colony. Each avatar controls a [6551](https://eips.ethereum.org/EIPS/eip-6551#overview) wallet - meaning they own digital possessions \[[ERC 1155s](https://ethereum.org/en/developers/docs/standards/tokens/erc-1155/) and [PRIME](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token)]. Your avatar creates and trades with other semi-autonomous agents.\ \ Colony is in active development: {% embed url="" %} # 2.0 PRIME Token [PRIME](https://etherscan.io/token/0xb23d80f5FefcDDaa212212F028021B41DEd428CF) is the utility token for Echelon and its ecosystem of games. PRIME powers token-gated products, services, and experiences called [PRIME Sinks](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks).\ \ PRIME is distributed through [Gameplay](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.1-gameplay) and [Sink Distributions](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions). Original total supply: 111,111,111.111\ \ Current supply: 100,000,000. Circulating supply is viewable at [info.echelon.io/prime](https://info.echelon.io/prime/). *The original total supply was 111,111,111 and the initial allocations and percentages of that supply are below. 10% of the total original supply (11,111,111.111 tokens) was burned from the Gameplay Pool on July 2, 2025 (see* [*here*](https://x.com/EchelonFND/status/1940407830106046530) *and* [*here*](https://x.com/EchelonFND/status/1996590235128606927?s=20) *for more info).*

PRIME Allocation	Original amount of PRIME	% of Total Supply (rounded)
Gameplay Pool	35,227,778	31.7%
Parallel Studios Reserve	21,848,889	19.7%
Parallel Studios Investors	18,044,478	16.2%
Caching	15,666,667	14.1%
Echelon Foundation Reserve	12,428,333	11.2%
Prime Events	7,895,000	7.1%
Total	111,111,111	100%

\ PRIME is available on [Uniswap](https://app.uniswap.org/#/tokens/ethereum/0xb23d80f5fefcddaa212212f028021b41ded428cf) and [Coinbase](https://www.coinbase.com/price/prime). # 2.1 Gameplay In [Parallel TCG](/echelon-prime-foundation/1.0-echelon-ecosystem/1.1-parallel-tcg), players can earn PRIME by winning ranked games. The following determines PRIME earnings per win. 1. Ladder Rank. Your skill-based matchmaking rating. 2. 'Keyframing' Multiplier. Some [Keys](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/keys) affect PRIME earnings. 3. Avatar ownership. Hold a Parallel Avatar in a linked wallet for increased earnings. 4. Number of NFTs in deck. More NFT cards = more PRIME. 5. Win streak. Higher win streak = more PRIME. There is a cap on PRIME emissions per day - set at 5 wins. [The Core](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/the-core) grants one additional PRIME win per day.

NFTs are not required to play, but having them in your deck enables PRIME earnings for wins.

# 2.2 Sink Distributions When PRIME is spent in [PRIME Sinks](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks), some or all of it is redistributed to the Sink Schedule. Within the Sink Schedule are the [Gameplay Pool](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.1-gameplay), Sink Creator (ex. Parallel), Echelon Foundation Reserve, [Prime Drives](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/prime-drive), and [ParaSets](https://app.gitbook.com/o/4k7cCZcfx7xI7e42Mgs7/s/ej5Uo8n5yoGrIX5dB65Q/~/changes/216/1.0-echelon-ecosystem/1.2-assets/paraset).\ \ Below is a breakdown of the Sink Schedule. Notice that over 36 months (Starting July 2023), the percentage to ParaSets decreases and percentage to the Gameplay Pool increases. In July 2025, a 10% burn mechanism was introduced.

More PRIME flows to the Gameplay Pool over time.

# 2.3 LP rewards program Our LP rewards program is designed to encourage providing quality PRIME liquidity. It does this by rewarding positions based on their width, PRIME/Eth ratio, and TVL. We recommend creating positions that are close to a 50/50 PRIME/Eth ratio as well as nearing max allowable width (due to width fluctuations we recommend leaving a modest margin of error for min/max position width). TVL is a modifier on top of that and you will earn more points by providing more liquidity. A community-built dashboard to monitor position eligibility and basic position info is available at . Please see the [Position creation](https://docs.echelon.io/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.3-lp-rewards-program/position-creation) and [Points system](https://docs.echelon.io/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.3-lp-rewards-program/points-system) pages for more detailed information. # Position creation There are a number of criteria that must be met for a position to qualify for points. Those criteria are as follows: * Positions must be made on Mainnet in the Uniswap v3 1% pool. The correct pool address is 0xCD423F3ab39a11ff1D9208B7D37dF56E902C932B. * Must have a minimum width of 20% and a maximum width of 80%. * The PRIME/ETH USD value ratio must be between 40/60 and 60/40. In other words the USD value of Eth in your position must be between 40 and 60% of the position's TVL. * Must be in range at time of creation and must remain in range to continue being eligible. Please see the following video for a guide on creating a valid position: {% embed url="" %} # Examples The following is a valid position. The ratio is around 49% ($305 in Eth and $315 in PRIME) and the width is 54.892% (24.73 + 30.162).

The following is an invalid position. The ratio is around 45% which is valid, but the position is too wide at 94.706% (55.421 + 39.285).

# Points system The following image is a 3d plot of the width and ratio modifiers. The most advantageous position is one that is mostly ETH and is near the max allowable width (80%). A position that is mostly ETH earns the most, but be mindful that due to how Uniswap V3 works a position like this will be very close to being out of range and thus receiving no points. This is why we recommend creating balanced positions and monitoring them as price fluctuates. Points are aggregated and rolled up weekly - you won't see live updates on points but as long as a position remains eligible it will be earning points.

# 3.0 PRIME Sinks Token-gated products, services, and experiences available for [PRIME](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token) are called Sinks.\ \ Several Sinks exist in [Parallel TCG](/echelon-prime-foundation/1.0-echelon-ecosystem/1.1-parallel-tcg). Some, like [Terminals](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/terminals) and [Artigraph](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/artigraph), are cosmetic. Others, like [Payload](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/payload) and [Echoes](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/echos), are critical for achieving scale.\ \ Sinks lock up circulating supply, refill the [Gameplay Pool](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.1-gameplay), and reward stakeholders through [Sink Distributions](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions).

# 3.1 Live Sinks Several Sinks are live now. [Artigraph](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/artigraph), [Payload](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/payload), [Echos](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/echos), [Terminals](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/terminals), [Avatars](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/avatars), [Glints](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/glints), [Cosmetics](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/cosmetics), and [Governance](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/governance).

# Artigraph Use PRIME to acquire limited-edition, signed versions of Parallel cards. **Summary**\ An Artigraph is a digitally-signed Parallel card. Artigraphs flash their signature when entering the game field in Parallel TCG. Each card has a limited amount of signed versions.\ \ **Cost**\ FE - 300 PRIME\ SE - 450 PRIME\ PL - 480 PRIME\ \ **Percent To** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions) | Destination | Percentage | | ------------- | ---------- | | Sink Schedule | 89% | | Card Artist | 11% |

# Payload Use PRIME to acquire random Parallel TCG cards. **Summary**\ Spend PRIME and receive random Parallel cards - anything from common cards to rare [Assets](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets).\ \ **Cost**\ 0.7 PRIME\ \ **Percent To** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions)\ 100%

# Echos Use PRIME to replicate Parallel cards. **Summary**\ Use PRIME to spawn ‘Echos’ - NFTs replicated from FE, SE, and PL cards. As Parallel onboards players, Echos are critical to scaling scarce NFTs to a growing playerbase. NFTs are not required to play Parallel, but they are required to earn PRIME from [gameplay](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.1-gameplay).\ \ **Cost**\ Variable, based on demand.\ \ **Percent to** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions) | Destination | Percentage | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------- | | Sink Schedule | 69% | | Parallel Studios | 20% | | Echo Recycling Pool | 10% | | [Masterpiece](https://app.gitbook.com/o/4k7cCZcfx7xI7e42Mgs7/s/ej5Uo8n5yoGrIX5dB65Q/4.0-parallel-tcg-assets/masterpiece) of Replicated Card | 1% | {% embed url="" %} The Echo Recycling Pool contains 10% of all PRIME used to create Echos. It allows holders to 'recycle' Echos - burning them to redeem PRIME. Redemptions vary, but amount to roughly 10% of creation costs. # Terminals Use PRIME to refine Shards and redeem rewards from Terminals. **Summary**\ Terminals enable communication between the systems and outposts of each Parallel. Use PRIME to refine Shard Fragments into Batteries. Activate Terminals with a Battery to unveil unique in-game rewards.\ \ **Cost**\ 135 PRIME\ \ **Percent to** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions)\ 100%

# Avatars Use PRIME to acquire Avatars **Summary**\ Avatars are unique characters from five factions known as Parallels. These fully-rigged 3D models enhance your ability to interact with the ever-expanding Parallel universe. Set one as your profile picture, earn extra PRIME for TCG wins, and enjoy priority access to future experiences.\ \ **Cost**\ 11 PRIME (sold out)\ \ **Percent to** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions)\ 100%.

# Glints Use PRIME to acquire the in-game currency for Parallel. **Summary**\ Glints are a currency in Parallel TCG usable for non-NFT purchases. Glints are available for fiat.\ \ **Cost**\ Available at \ \ **Percent to** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions)\ 10% (purchased with credit card): | Destination | Percentage | | -------------------------- | ---------- | | Sink Schedule | 10% | | Echelon Foundation Reserve | 10% | | Parallel Studios | 80% |

# Cosmetics Use PRIME to purchase limited-edition digital collectibles. **Summary**\ Cosmetics consist of skins, emotes, and other digital collectibles that enhance your Parallel TCG client. They are sold exclusively in PRIME and available for a limited time only, after which the supply is capped and no more can be minted.\ \ **Cost**\ Available at [https://parallel.life/shop/](https://parallel.life/shop/Glint%20Bundles/)\ \ **Percent to** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions)\ TBD.

Buy Cosmetics with PRIME at the Parallel Shop

# Governance Use PRIME to submit a governance proposal or grant application. **Summary**\ For comprehensive info on this Sink, check out [Governance Proposals](/echelon-prime-foundation/4.0-governance/4.1-governance-proposals)\ \ **Cost**\ Governance Proposal - 2 PRIME\ Grant Application - 2 PRIME\ \ **Percent to** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions)\ 100%

# 3.2 Upcoming Sinks [Card Lending](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.2-upcoming-sinks/card-lending), [Bonds](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.2-upcoming-sinks/bonds), [Equipment](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.2-upcoming-sinks/equipment), and [Physical Cards](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.2-upcoming-sinks/physical-cards) are a few examples of future Sinks.

# Card Lending Borrow Parallel cards for a subscription fee in PRIME. **Summary**\ Players pay a recurring fee in PRIME to borrow NFT cards for deck construction. Collectors deposit NFT cards into a pool and earn a portion of these fees. \ \ **Cost**\ TBD.\ \ **Percent to** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions)\ TBD.

# Bonds Create Bonds for a fee in PRIME. **Summary**\ Like [Card Lending](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.2-upcoming-sinks/card-lending), but private and customizable, Bonds are a platform for collective player economies. Bond members can lend NFT cards to other members of their Bond. Borrowing within a Bond is free. You 'pay' for borrowed cards through a rake on [gameplay](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.1-gameplay) emissions. Rake percentages are set by Bond administrators, and can be changed. Memberships are exclusive - you cannot be in more than one Bond at a time.\ \ Better players may find themselves in Bonds with lower rakes. After all, if borrowers win more often, lenders can take a smaller percentage for each win. The Bond system sinks PRIME in a few ways— upfront creation fees, ongoing maintenance fees, and a portion of rakes.\ \ **Cost**\ TBD.\ \ **Percent to** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions)\ TBD.

# Equipment Use PRIME to extract composable, fully-rigged 3D gear from Parallel cards. **Summary**\ TBD.\ \ **Cost**\ TBD.\ \ **Percent to** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions)\ TBD. {% embed url="" %} # Physical Cards Use PRIME to redeem physical Parallel cards. **Summary**\ Cards, IRL.\ \ **Cost**\ TBD.\ \ **Percent to Sink** [**Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions)\ TBD.

# 4.0 Governance PRIME holders influence the Echelon ecosystem through [Governance Proposals](/echelon-prime-foundation/4.0-governance/4.1-governance-proposals) and [Emissary Prime](/echelon-prime-foundation/4.0-governance/4.2-emissaries-prime) elections. # 4.1 Governance Proposals Governance proposals are your opportunity to enact change within Echelon ecosystem. It costs 2 PRIME to submit a governance proposal. Governance proposals go through the process in the flowchart below. For more info, check out [Bulletin 2303](/echelon-prime-foundation/4.0-governance/4.2-emissaries-prime/bulletins).

Submit a governance proposal at . # Proposal Requirements 1. Proposals must be timely and actionable. 2. Proposals must be technically feasible. 3. Proposals must support the interests of Echelon, Echelon partners, and PRIME holders. 4. Proposals must not be self-serving in nature. 5. Proposals must not be derogatory or discriminatory in any way. 6. Proposals that fail Sentiment Check must not be resubmitted within seven (7) days. 7. Proposals that fail Sentiment Check must be revised before resubmission. # Proposal Voting Community votes for governance proposals are conducted with PRIME. 1 PRIME = 1 vote. Quorum for community votes is 11% - that is the percent of circulating PRIME that must participate for validity. If a community vote fails to reach quorum, it will not be implemented. Community votes are conducted on [Snapshot](https://snapshot.org/#/echelonassembly.eth).

# 4.2 Emissaries Prime Emissaries Prime (EPs) are community-elected representatives of PRIME holders and the Echelon ecosystem. These representatives work along with the community to better the ecosystem and fulfill the Echelon mission. View the current cohort [here](https://echelon.io/contact/). # Bulletins Bulletins are used by Emissaries Prime to enact change in the ecosystem. They are iterative and evolve based on community feedback. When a Bulletin is published, a [Discord](https://discord.gg/echelonfnd) community call is scheduled. Depending on community feedback, a new version (V2, V3) of a Bulletin may be published. Final Bulletins proceed to a [vote by EPs](https://app.gitbook.com/o/4k7cCZcfx7xI7e42Mgs7/s/ej5Uo8n5yoGrIX5dB65Q/~/changes/451/4.0-governance/4.2-emissaries-prime/bulletin-voting).

**Ratified Bulletins** **2026**\ [Bullet 2601 - Foundation restructure](https://www.docdroid.com/lQ3UduX/ep-bulletin-2601-echelon-prime-foundation-restructuring-pdf)\ \ **2022**\ [Bulletin 2201 - Goverance Updates](https://snapshot.org/#/echelon.eth/proposal/0x73056b7b0bf75976e3a991918895888d69b147a4369f158ba750dc538b142fed)\ [Bulletin 2202 - Sink Update](https://snapshot.org/#/echelon.eth/proposal/0x1d27ac46db81c7cb9f1e026dac2e0a07071456d9e849faee1e1396ea58b87b7f)\ \ **2023**\ [Bulletin 2301 - Quorum Update](https://snapshot.org/#/echelon.eth/proposal/0x9f5007e74602682f0940a1eac8cdacf4f39378ccc30416d4168b7b3ac5c040f7)\ [Bulletin 2302 - Glints](https://snapshot.org/#/echelon.eth/proposal/0x604bcbe9468d9f5ab191f76ce39b962f00c128e12394be1a298e61abd6a5d6bd)\ [Bulletin 2303 - Community Proposals](https://snapshot.org/#/echelon.eth/proposal/0xa5b91e7037d9883794f3feb161fdc1d0327143e99bf6e6907cdde10b0811fc06)\ [Bulletin 2304 - Grants](https://snapshot.org/#/echelon.eth/proposal/0xd124a70825ef72678b1eac8fc3d10dadc101c24dbd4f81670299661f12185954)\ [Bulletin 2305 - Sink Distributions](https://snapshot.org/#/echelon.eth/proposal/0x7299149e43d80dda909951b75e4aef006c122420c5addb22810747976a44bd9e)\ [Bulletin 2306 - EP Requirements and Election Updates](https://snapshot.org/#/echelon.eth/proposal/0xa5a20bb4ee17fd7e3ffcce2351acfadd152f48b060b459a57d2e7a15648f70ca)\ [Bulletin 2307 - Token Voting Updates](https://snapshot.org/#/echelon.eth/proposal/0x4af512ea34157cee9c462ad249492ca30b9b4903a3dfb9931f38847ab6f03176) # Bulletin Voting Unanimous consensus is required for Emissary Votes. When every participating EP selects the same option, a vote is considered unanimous. Emissary Votes without full participation are unanimous as long as all participants vote the same way. When an EP is unable to vote, they must provide a rationale no later than 48 hours after a vote ends. EPs can officially abstain by selecting the 'Abstain' option. Emissary Votes are conducted on [Snapshot](https://snapshot.org/#/echelon.eth). # Elections Emissaries Prime are elected two ways: * Internal election ([Emissary vote](/echelon-prime-foundation/4.0-governance/4.2-emissaries-prime/bulletin-voting)) * General election ([Community vote](/echelon-prime-foundation/4.0-governance/4.1-governance-proposals/proposal-voting)) The internal election happens before near the end of each term. EPs score each other in terms of relative contribution. A minority of EPs (maximum of four) are selected via Emissary vote. A majority are selected via Community vote. # 5.0 Grants Grants enable Echelon to mobilize the community and drive change by supporting worthy initiatives. These updates increase the effectiveness of grants and provide greater clarity on granting priorities, application processes, and desired outcomes. As a result, EPs and the community can better assess the potential value of grant proposals and evaluate the success of funded projects.\ \ There are three grant categories: * **Community Grants** * **Capacity Building Grants** * **Partnership Grants** For full information on these grants, check out [Bulletin 2304](/echelon-prime-foundation/4.0-governance/4.2-emissaries-prime/bulletins). # 5.1 Grant Application Process All grant proposals must include comprehensive information. New application requirements focus on clarifying project deliverables (outputs), anticipated impact (outcomes), and measurements (milestones and metrics). The grant application process focuses on four key elements: * **Project Information**. General project description. How does it benefit the Echelon ecosystem? * **Outcomes**. What change(s) does the project seek to influence or achieve? * **Outputs**. What, specifically, needs to be accomplished to produce the desired outcomes? * **Metrics**. What determines the success of a given project? Grants are organized by subject matter for review by committees of EPs. These committees ensure that proposals follow submission guidelines, are submitted by qualified teams or individuals, and are high quality. Grant submissions that pass the initial review are brought to all EPs for deliberation. For more info, check out [Bulletin 2304](/echelon-prime-foundation/4.0-governance/4.2-emissaries-prime/bulletins).\ \ Submit a grant application at . # 5.2 Grant Recipients Echelon has provided several grants.

# 6.0 Parallel TCG Assets This section includes info on digital collectibles with unique utility called Assets.\ \ [Masterpiece](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/masterpiece), [Prime Key](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/prime-key),[ Catalyst Drive](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/catalyst-drive), [Prime Drive](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/prime-drive), [ParaSet](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/paraset), [The Core](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/the-core), and [Keys](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/keys) are the Assets released by [Parallel](/echelon-prime-foundation/1.0-echelon-ecosystem/1.1-parallel-tcg) so far.

# Masterpiece

Masterpieces (MPs) contain the art that derivative cards (FE, SE, PL, Echo) use. Each MP is a 1 of 1. The total supply of MPs is 258. Their benefits are the following: 1. Reward the owner 1⁄5 of the 5% royalty Echelon receives every time its derivative card is traded on the secondary market. 2. Receive one free mint of base set Parallel releases (packs, comics, etc.) - ***This benefit has expired as it was strictly for base set releases***. 3. Receive a portion of PRIME flows when its derivative card is used to create an [Echo](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/echos). # Prime Key

Prime Keys (PKs) were originally gifted to early supporters of Parallel. The total supply of PKs is 1,500. Their benefit is the following: 1. Grant six (6) additional slots for [Keys](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/keys) in Parallel TCG. # Catalyst Drive

Catalyst Drives (CDs) have a total supply of 150. Their benefit is the following: 1. Create a [Prime Drive](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/prime-drive) when combined with a [Prime Key](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/prime-key). # Prime Drive ![](https://3393150385-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fej5Uo8n5yoGrIX5dB65Q%2Fuploads%2FgLGD9g4ApHcJSo41s1aL%2FPrime-Drive%20$1$.jpg?alt=media\&token=a8ba0542-7bef-4fcf-99cc-eedaf91310c1) Prime Drives (PDs) are created by combining a Prime Key and Catalyst Drive. PDs have a max supply of 150. Their benefits are the following: 1. Receive a portion of PRIME flows from [Sink Redistributions](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions). 2. Grant six (6) additional slots for [Keys](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/keys) in Parallel TCG. # ParaSet

[ParaSets](https://parasets.parallel.life/) are collections of Parallel cards. There are 32 ParaSet categories. Their benefits are the following: 1. Receive a portion of PRIME flows from [Sink Distributions](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions). # The Core ![](https://3393150385-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fej5Uo8n5yoGrIX5dB65Q%2Fuploads%2FqJ22csaDqDLeua1VbWNW%2Fcore2.png?alt=media\&token=a3773fb4-1c67-42f2-9398-84bec7557330) The Core has a total supply of 500. Their benefits are the following: 1. Reward 1⁄5 of the 5% royalty [Echelon](/echelon-prime-foundation) receives every time a [Core](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/the-core), [Catalyst Drive](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/catalyst-drive), Cardback, Art Card, or [Key](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/keys) is sold on the secondary market. 2. Enable one extra [PRIME win](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.1-gameplay) per day. # Keys

In addition to [Prime Key](/echelon-prime-foundation/6.0-parallel-tcg-assets/prime-key), there are 6 Keys. Their benefits are the following: 1. Galaxy - increases PRIME emissions by a random amount. 2. Overclock - increases PRIME emissions for win streaks. 3. Multifold - for each NFT card, additional non-NFT versions (*Appartitions*) count as NFTs. 4. Surge - boosts Renown (XP) earned from winning games. 5. Prismatic - selects a faction (*Parallel*) each day. PRIME emissions are increased for winning games with that faction. 6. Gravity - grants a random PRIME bonus when activated. 7. Skeleton - each day, it turns into a different random key that you don’t have in your Keyframe. 8. Solar - awards a PRIME bonus if you win at least one ranked game with each Parallel in a single day. 9. Champion's - grants a small chance at getting a free high-stakes tournament ticket for each ranked win. # 7.0 Initial Token Distribution PRIME launched in July 2022, as a non-transferrable token. It was 'unlocked', via [community vote](/echelon-prime-foundation/4.0-governance/4.1-governance-proposals/proposal-voting), on March 1, 2023. Three sources contributed to initial distributions.\ \ [Prime Events](/echelon-prime-foundation/7.0-initial-token-distribution/7.1-prime-events) - rewards for Parallel TCG card holders.\ \ [Caching](/echelon-prime-foundation/7.0-initial-token-distribution/7.2-caching) - rewards for 'cached' Parallel TCG cards and assets.\ \ [Unlocks](/echelon-prime-foundation/7.0-initial-token-distribution/7.3-unlocks) - distributions for Parallel Studios Team and Investors. # 7.1 Prime Events Prime Events distributed 10M PRIME to collectors of [Parallel cards](https://opensea.io/collection/parallelalpha) across 5 snapshots. Only 7.9M was claimed. On May 3, 2023, leftover PRIME was clawed back and re-allocated - 1.9M to the [Gameplay Pool](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.1-gameplay) and 0.2M to the Echelon Foundation Reserve.

Snapshot Date	Amount of PRIME	% of Total Supply
February 13, 2022	3,333,333	3.0%
May 12, 2022	1,666,667	1.5%
August 10, 2022	1,666,667	1.5%
October 19, 2022	1,666,667	1.5%
February 3, 2023	1,666,667	1.5%

# 7.2 Caching Caching distributed 15.7M PRIME over one year - July 18, 2022 through July 17, 2023.\ \ There were five caching pools, available on [echelon.io](https://echelon.io/dashboard/). | Caching Pool | Amount of PRIME | % of Total Supply | | -------------- | --------------- | ----------------- | | Prime Key | 12,222,222 | 11% | | ParaSet | 2,222,222 | 2% | | Masterpiece | 855,556 | .77% | | Catalyst Drive | 183,333 | .17% | | The Core | 183,333 | .17% | | **Total** | **15,666,666** | **14.1%** | # 7.3 Unlocks Two sections of the [PRIME token allocation](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token) are subject to a linear unlock schedule. | Source | PRIME (% of Supply) | Unlock Schedule Start Date | | ------------------------------ | ---------------------- | -------------------------- | | Parallel Studios Reserve | 21,848,888 (19.7%) | June 30, 2025 | | Parallel Studios Founders | 6,018,518.5 (5.4%) | August 31, 2025 | | ~~Parallel Studios Investors~~ | ~~18,044,478 (16.2%)~~ | ~~July 17, 2023~~ | **Parallel Studios Reserve (June 30, 2025 - December 30, 2027)\***\ 438,016 PRIME unlocked per month.\ \ NOTE: The unlock schedule for this reserve was modified in June, 2024. It originally started in September, 2023 but was paused until June, 2025 as well as extended until December, 2027. The extension means monthly emissions will be lower than they were on the original schedule. **Parallel Studios Founders (August 31, 2025 - July 31, 2035)**\ 50,154 PRIME unlocked per month.\ \ **Parallel Studios Investors** **(July 17, 2023 - July 17, 2025)**\ 751,853 PRIME unlocked per month. **This unlock has completed.** # 7.4 Token Burns The Echelon Prime Foundation [announced a multi-phase plan](https://x.com/EchelonFND/status/1940407830106046530) to adjust the PRIME ecosystem following consultations with partners and stakeholders. The stated objective is to right-size the ecosystem and support long-term stability. ### Initial actions executed: * The Foundation reduced the Gameplay Pool and updated the Sink Schedule to include a burn mechanism. * An initial burn of 11 million PRIME tokens was executed from the Gameplay Pool. * [Test Transaction](https://etherscan.io/tx/0x556c6781547f11588ed63fc4f14829f4523184dbbb226b213af0289819d90197) * [Primary Transaction](https://etherscan.io/tx/0x912879284020e57f4d5ee0f2163973da8590f27c85f5296bf8de5527a6733b89) * This burn represented 10% of the total PRIME token supply. ### Planned follow-up burn mechanisms: * An additional 10% of PRIME will be burned over the next three years. * 10% of all PRIME passing through the Sink Schedule will be burned. * This 10% is sourced from a previously allocated 4% to the Foundation and 6% to the Gameplay Pool. The current total supply can be verified via the contract address on [Etherscan](https://etherscan.io/token/0xb23d80f5fefcddaa212212f028021b41ded428cf#readContract#F19). # 8.0 Links This section includes links to Echelon [smart contracts](/echelon-prime-foundation/8.0-links/8.1-smart-contracts), [socials](/echelon-prime-foundation/8.0-links/8.2-socials), and [past papers](/echelon-prime-foundation/8.0-links/8.3-past-papers). # 8.1 Smart Contracts In this section, view Echelon smart contracts on [Ethereum](/echelon-prime-foundation/8.0-links/8.1-smart-contracts/ethereum-l1) and [Base](/echelon-prime-foundation/8.0-links/8.1-smart-contracts/base-l2). # Ethereum (L1) [**PRIME**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token)\ Token Contract [0xb23d80f5FefcDDaa212212F028021B41DEd428CF](https://etherscan.io/address/0xb23d80f5fefcddaa212212f028021b41ded428cf)
[**PRIME Sinks**](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks)\ Artigraph [0x430932a851442757ECd90E4f49443889a34055d3](https://etherscan.io/address/0x430932a851442757ECd90E4f49443889a34055d3) Payload [0xa148FCcc6E42f127721A44CED43bF971adb15d6A](https://etherscan.io/address/0xa148FCcc6E42f127721A44CED43bF971adb15d6A) Shard Refinery [0x13457737b7AAF7D11e67ea913Dc0E6A863234144](https://etherscan.io/address/0x13457737b7AAF7D11e67ea913Dc0E6A863234144)
[**Caching**](/echelon-prime-foundation/7.0-initial-token-distribution/7.2-caching)\ Prime Set [0xECa9D81a4dC7119A40481CFF4e7E24DD0aaF56bD](https://etherscan.io/address/0xECa9D81a4dC7119A40481CFF4e7E24DD0aaF56bD) Prime Key [0x3399eff96D4b6Bae8a56F4852EB55736c9C2b041](https://etherscan.io/address/0x3399eff96D4b6Bae8a56F4852EB55736c9C2b041) Catalyst Drive [0xc44C50C4162058494b542bBfAB5946ac6d6eBAB6](https://etherscan.io/address/0xc44C50C4162058494b542bBfAB5946ac6d6eBAB6) The Core [0xa0Cd986F53cBF8B8Fb7bF6fB14791e31aeB9E449](https://etherscan.io/address/0xa0Cd986F53cBF8B8Fb7bF6fB14791e31aeB9E449) Masterpiece [0x89Bb49d06610B4b18e355504551809Be5177f3D0](https://etherscan.io/address/0x89Bb49d06610B4b18e355504551809Be5177f3D0) Prime Drive [0xC4a21c88C3fA5654F51a2975494b752557DDaC2c](https://etherscan.io/address/0xC4a21c88C3fA5654F51a2975494b752557DDaC2c) **Other**\ Prime Drive Assembly [0xDC35921f141789f3A916245B03cB4927285F88e5](https://etherscan.io/address/0xDC35921f141789f3A916245B03cB4927285F88e5) Ardent Cardbacks [0x5abDBb9d15f4D85D337D5240F3e724882B047daE](https://etherscan.io/address/0x5abdbb9d15f4d85d337d5240f3e724882b047dae) # Base (L2) [**PRIME**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token)\ Token Contract [0xfA980cEd6895AC314E7dE34Ef1bFAE90a5AdD21b
](https://basescan.org/address/0xfA980cEd6895AC314E7dE34Ef1bFAE90a5AdD21b) [**PRIME Sinks**](/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks)\ Echos Cards [0x273B7Fa510847065A96eb873E9F3142C56d51684](https://basescan.org/address/0x273b7fa510847065a96eb873e9f3142c56d51684) Echos Cards Handler [0x1C2263cC343b7682DeEd3470A91830a96e84054A](https://basescan.org/address/0x1C2263cC343b7682DeEd3470A91830a96e84054A) Echos Cards Price [0xBD542d7A061978139EC87E94C29e65AC171eFac6](https://basescan.org/address/0xBD542d7A061978139EC87E94C29e65AC171eFac6) # 8.2 Socials Discord Twitter Medium YouTube Twitch # 8.3 Past Papers **Foundational Documents**\ [Echelon Whitepaper](https://paper.echelon.io/echelon-whitepaper.pdf) [Echelon Whitepaper Addendum](https://paper.echelon.io/Echelon%20Whitepaper%20Addendum%2001.pdf) [Echelon Charter](https://paper.echelon.io/Echelon_Charter_220601b.pdf) [Prime Update](https://paper.echelon.io/Echelon_Prime_Update_220601b.pdf)\ \ **Bulletins**\ [View ratified Bulletins here](/echelon-prime-foundation/4.0-governance/4.2-emissaries-prime/bulletins).