# Welcome

Welcome to the GAU Token Whitepaper.

GAU Token is powering the whole Gamer Arena experience, used primarily as currency in the platform to compete and get rewarded on duels and tournaments.\
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Gamer Arena is a competitive gaming platform where gamers get rewarded for gaming skills, efforts, and loyalties through the **Challenge & Earn** model powered by blockchain technology. \
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Gamer Arena has three products: [Gamer Arena Platform](https://gamerarena.com), [Gamer Arena App](/products/gau-arena), and [gaulaxy **labs**](https://www.gaulaxy.com/).

<div align="left"><img src="/files/gb4DKN9WxdK00ig4jdnl" alt="https://about.gamerarena.com"></div>

### Jump right in

Follow our guides to learn our platform as quickly as possible:

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[Gamer Arena Platform](/products/gamer-arena-platform)
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[Duels & Tournaments](/duels-and-tournaments)
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### GAU Token Fundamentals

Learn the basics and main features of GAU Token:

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[Utility](/gau-token/utility)
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[Tokenomics](/gau-token/tokenomics)
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[Vesting](/gau-token/vesting)
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# Utility

Gamer Arena Utility (GAU) Token Description

Gamer Arena integrates gamers and blockchain technology with GAU Token, creating a new model for the GameFi industry.

GAU is an ERC-20 based utility token running on the Avalanche C-Chain network. [Solidity](https://docs.soliditylang.org/en/v0.8.13/introduction-to-smart-contracts.html#subcurrency-example) version 0.8.13 was used in GAU Token, which was created and audited with [OpenZeppelin](https://docs.openzeppelin.com/contracts/2.x/erc20-supply) libraries. [Gnosis Safe](https://docs.gnosis-safe.io/) is preferred for the multi-sign structure used for secure management

GAU Smart Contract: <https://snowtrace.io/token/0xca8ebfb8e1460aaac7c272cb9053b3d42412aac2>

GAU Vesting Contract: <https://snowtrace.io/address/0xc4c8b00477133d42c83d9512ec0fcee4cb25c7cf>

GAU Coinmarketcap:

[https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/gamer-arena/](<https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/gamer-arena/&#xA;>)

GAU Coingecko:

[https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/gamer-arena](<https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/gamer-arena&#xA;>)

GAU Token is powering whole Gamer Arena experience, used primarily as currency in the platform to compete and get rewarded on duels\&tournaments. Gamers need GAU Tokens to join competitions and prove their skills.

![GAU Token Utilities](/files/pHqhlARsiV8o0SWI6BdO)

GAU Token is a fast, gamer friendly, low cost and most importantly, safe cryptocurrency for competitive gamers.

GAU Tokens, which will have a supply of only 500 million, are produced in such a way that they can be easily evaluated not only by players, but also investors.&#x20;


# Tokenomics

Gamer Arena Utility (GAU) Token Distribution & Allocation Details

Total supply of 500 million GAU Tokens will enter the crypto market circulation as an anti-inflationary asset for a total of 8 years.

The distribution of GAU tokens will be as shown in the table and various ways of [vesting](/gau-token/vesting) will be applied for each category.

<figure><img src="/files/iafVD2xldr8FQetjsF1A" alt=""><figcaption><p>GAU Tokenomics</p></figcaption></figure>

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**Quick Note:** Various updates on Burning and Staking Contract can be made depending on the <mark style="color:green;">Gamer Arena Community</mark>'s request.
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<table><thead><tr><th width="195.33333333333331">Distribution Category</th><th width="209.57808003059716" align="center">Token Amount</th><th align="center">% of Total Supply</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Gamers &#x26; Community</td><td align="center">237,500,000</td><td align="center">47,5</td></tr><tr><td>Private Sale</td><td align="center">50,000,000</td><td align="center">10</td></tr><tr><td>Investors</td><td align="center">50,000,000</td><td align="center">10</td></tr><tr><td>Team</td><td align="center">37,500,000</td><td align="center">7,5</td></tr><tr><td>Development &#x26; Security</td><td align="center">75,000,000</td><td align="center">15</td></tr><tr><td>Future Sales</td><td align="center">50,000,000</td><td align="center">10</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Gamers & Community - 47,5%

### Allocation Details:&#x20;

* **Platform Rewards** will take 15% of the Total Supply
* **Loyalty Rewards** will take 7,5% of the Total Supply
* **Marketing** will take 20% of the Total Supply
* **Airdrops** will take 5% of the Total Supply


# Vesting

Gamer Arena Utility (GAU) Token Vesting Details

| Vesting Category       |  Vesting Period | % Unlocked on TGE, Vesting |
| ---------------------- | :-------------: | :------------------------: |
| Private Sale           | Unlocked on TGE |          100% TGE          |
| Investors              |  2 Years Linear |   5% TGE,  %3.95 monthly   |
| Team                   |  3 Years Linear |    5% TGE, %2.63 monthly   |
| Development & Security |  2 Years Linear |   10% TGE, %3.75 monthly   |
| Future Sales           | Unlocked on TGE |          100% TGE          |
| Marketing              |  3 Years Linear |    5% TGE, %2.63 monthly   |
| Airdrop                |  3 Years Linear |   20% TGE, %2.22 monthly   |
| Platform Rewards       |  8 Years Linear |    0% TGE, %1.04 monthly   |
| Loyalty Rewards        |  8 Years Linear |    0% TGE, %1.04 monthly   |

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# How to Buy

GAU Token Buying Guide

## CEX Guide

You can easily exchange GAU from [AscendEX](https://ascendex.com) (formerly BitMax).

1. Create an account on [https://ascendex.com](https://ascendex.com/)
2. Search for GAU/USDT pair.
3. Select the amount of USDT you’d like to trade for GAU Token.
4. Withdraw your GAU Tokens to your self custodial wallet to top up your GA Wallet.

<figure><img src="/files/Fd6KJ6QlBKCy764AWMtR" alt=""><figcaption><p>GAU/USDT pair at AscendEX</p></figcaption></figure>

## DEX Guide

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DEX listing coming soon.
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Make sure you interact with the right contract address on Avalanche C-Chain:

<https://snowtrace.io/token/0xca8ebfb8e1460aaac7c272cb9053b3d42412aac2>


# Gamer Arena Platform

Briefly Gamer Arena Platform

Gamer Arena is a competitive gaming platform that offers gamers a Challenge\&Earn model for 30+ popular skill-based games like Clash Royale, FIFA, PUBG, etc. Players have the opportunity to earn crypto and prove themselves by putting similarly skilled opponents against each other.

![gamerarena.com](/files/z9HI0tDZUmofSMTld5Nf)

[The platform](https://gamerarena.com/) has been active since March 2020 and allows 1v1 duels and tournaments with single/multiple participation in 30 games played on mobile, computers, consoles and tablets.

Our mission is to adapt gamers to blockchain technology and its advantages by creating a platform where gamers can feel the fun and excitement of competitive gaming while earning.


# Games

Games Supported on the Gamer Arena Platform.

Gamers who desire to experience the feeling of competition and earn money, can play the 30 popular games on our platform. \
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**Supported games on our platform:**

**Mobile Games**

Clash Royale, Brawl Stars, FIFA Mobile, New State Mobile, CoD Mobile, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Free Fire, Head Ball 2, Basketball Arena, Hearthstone, eFootball Pes Mobile, Rocket League Sideswipe, Hearthstone\
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**PC Games**\
PUBG, Fortnite, CS:GO, CoD Warzone, Apex Legends, Zula, Dota 2, FIFA Online, FIFA 23, FIFA 22, Overwatch 2, Hearthstone, NBA 2k 22, Rocket League, Wolfteam\
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**Console Games**\
FIFA 23, CoD Warzone, Overwatch 2, Fortnite, NBA 2K22, FIFA 22,  NBA 2K21

![Gamer Arena Platform Games and Tournaments](/files/yKOFYJEtcGM8zNbusXai)


# GAU Arena

Web3.0 Challenge\&Earn Gaming Platform

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Welcome to GAU Arena, where your gaming prowess is not just for show, but for tangible rewards! Our app is designed to revolutionize how gamers engage with their favorite games.

**Features of GAU Arena:**

* **Token-Powered Gaming:** Dive into a world where your GAU tokens are the key to exciting duels and tournaments. Each victory not only boosts your ranking but also your token balance.
* **Diverse Gaming Options:** Whether you’re a fan of intense action, strategic gameplay, or casual fun, GAU Arena has a variety of games to suit all tastes. Compete in popular titles and unique in-house games.
* **Skill-Based Matchmaking:** Fair play is our mantra. Get matched with opponents of similar skill levels to ensure every game is a challenge worth accepting.
* **Earn and Spend GAU Tokens:** Winning duels and tournaments in GAU Arena earns you GAU tokens, which can be used within the app for various features and exclusive access.
* **Seamless User Experience:** With an intuitive interface and smooth gameplay, GAU Arena makes your gaming sessions not just rewarding but also a delight.
* **Community and Competitions:** Join a vibrant community of gamers. Participate in regular competitions, events, and leaderboards. Showcase your skills and climb to the top.

GAU Arena isn't just an app; it's a gaming revolution. It's where your skills are valued, your victories celebrated, and your gaming experience elevated. Download GAU Arena now and start turning your gaming talent into rewards!


# GAU Arena Games

In-house Developed Games

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# Duels & Tournaments

Gamer Arena offers players two features to compete against.

### Duels

Duels are 1v1 skill-based game competitions which can be played whenever/wherever user wants.

* Users can create duel or challenge other users by selecting game, game modes and entry fee
* Entrance fee to the duel is paid by both players in GAU Tokens
* Prize pools of Duels are sponsored from duel entrance fees paid by players
* Gamer Arena charges players a platform fee 10% for hosting each duel, winner gets %90 percent of prize pool

![Gamer Arena Duels](/files/Dfzd8lAfnGPSLebVnAti)

### Tournaments

There are two types of tournaments, **Leaderboards** and **Invitationals**.

[**Leaderboard tournaments**](https://gamerarena.com/tournaments?section=leaderboard) are in-platform tournaments based on duels, all of the users participated are listed in terms of their win and lose count. Top 10–50 users who **won the most duels are rewarded** at the end of the tournament.

![https://gamerarena.com/tournaments](/files/ec8SpquyU8BuIOHhwns7)

[**Invitational tournaments**](https://gamerarena.com/tournaments?section=discord) are much more like to traditional esport tournaments, mostly this tournaments are open for all of the community but sometimes we are inviting professional esport teams. 100 to 500 individuals or teams are signing up to the tournament and competing for prizes, generally top 3 team is rewarded. All of the matches are playing on supervision of referees and also the finals of invitational tournaments are streaming on our Twitch or Youtube channel.


# GA Collabs & Campaigns

Gamer Arena Collaborations Deck

Current success largely due to well respected partners, digital marketing campaigns and large scale tournaments

**Partners**

[Krafton](https://krafton.com/en/), [Moonton](https://en.moonton.com/), [Sandbox](https://www.sandbox.game/en/), [AWS](https://aws.amazon.com/), [Waker Games](https://corporate.wakergames.com/), [Yandex Games](https://yandex.com/games/), [Atari Token](https://atarichain.com/), [Daxe Games](https://en.daxe.games/), [Papara](https://www.papara.com/en/), [Ozan](https://www.ozan.com/)\
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**Tournaments**

We have organized **500+ tournaments** on **18 different games** and **100.000+** users have participated. Some of these tournaments are sponsored by partner brands and professional Esports teams (Team selection tournaments).

**Partner Game Development Studios**

We are developing our own Challenge\&Earn mobile games in-house and also with our partner game development studios Waker Games and L8 Studios.

**Influencer Campaigns**\
We have launched 100+ marketing campaigns with 40 different influencers such as [Orkun Işıtmak](https://www.youtube.com/c/orkunisitmak/featured), [Enes Batur](https://www.youtube.com/user/newdaynewgame),  [Egoist Pati](https://www.youtube.com/c/EgoistPati), [Unlost](https://www.twitch.tv/unlostv), [Coin Mühendisi](https://www.youtube.com/c/CoinMuhendisi) etc.

**Vodafone**\
From August 2020 to July 2021 we have distributed promotion codes on our marketing campaign with Vodafone, every [Vodafone Freezone](https://www.vodafone.com.tr/freezone/) user could use the campaign.


# Team

Gamer Arena Founding Team & Advisors

The team consists of 11 full-time employees and has its headquarters in Istanbul, Turkey.&#x20;

#### The operating team is as follows:

#### [Kerim Yılmaz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerim-y%C4%B1lmaz-03245a145/) - Co-founder, CEO

* Co-Founder & CEO, Gamer Arena (2019-Present)
* Co-Founder, eBrawler
* İş Bankası Workup and İTÜ Çekirdek Alumni

#### [Esma Cinokur](https://www.linkedin.com/in/esma-cinokur/) - Co-CEO

* Co-CEO, Gamer Arena (2023-Present)
* CEO office executive, Yolcu360 (2021-2022)
* Growth & Strategy Lead, Global AI Hub (2020-2021)

#### [Beyazıt Karınca](https://www.linkedin.com/in/beyazit-karinca/) - CTO

* Chief Technology Officer, Gamer Arena (2022-Present)
* Project Manager, Gen Yazılım (2019-2022)
* Freelance Full-Stack Developer (2015-2022)

#### [Kerem Büker](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bukerkerem/) - Head of Blockchain

* Head of Blockchain, Gamer Arena (2022-Present)
* Research Assistant, BlockchainIST Center (2020-2022)

#### [Barış Saban](https://www.linkedin.com/in/baris-saban-79036a18b/) - Head of Gaming

* Head of Gaming, Gamer Arena (2022-Present)
* Co-Founder, Gamehunterz (2020-2022)

#### The shareholders are as follows:

#### [Dorukhan Acar](https://tr.linkedin.com/in/dorukhanacar/tr) - Co-Founder, Chairman

* Managing Director, Insignia Yapım
* Board Member\&Chief Treasurer, Galatasaray SK (2018-2021)
* Management Consultant @BCG and Roland Berger (2011-2018)

#### [Bora Koçyiğit](https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?keywords=bora%20kocyigit\&origin=RICH_QUERY_TYPEAHEAD_HISTORY\&position=0\&searchId=e20202b2-ff02-46c9-a68b-c576335e9dc0\&sid=%3Boq) - Co-Founder

* CEO, Supermassive Blaze
* Managing Partner, WePlay Ventures
* Ex-Country Manager, Riot Games

#### [Orkun Işıtmak](https://www.youtube.com/c/orkunisitmak) - Co-Founder

* Influencer, Youtube 10.8 Million Subscriber - Instagram 3 Million Followers
* Founder, Ork Digital
* Crypto Entrepreneur/Investor

#### [Mustafa Tatlıcı](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-tatlici-8aa7b2109/) - Co-Founder, Board Member

* Co-Founder, GAMI World
* Seed Investor, ACE Games
* Investor, Better Fan

#### [Alper Afşin Özdemir](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alperafsinozdemir/) - Shareholder

* #### Founding President, Turkish Esports Federation
* Board Member, Global Esport Federation


# Completed Milestones

What have we done so far?

Gamer Arena platform is in v3 offering 30 major games to its **480k+** users on-boarded in its **32nd month**

## **History**

* Oct 2018 - eBrawler Launch (Predecessor)
* May 2019 - eBrawler merged with Gamer Arena
* June 2019 - Gamer Arena $1.2M Pre-Seed Valuation, %10 injection

## 2020

* Mar 2020 - **G**<mark style="color:red;">**A**</mark> Public Beta Launch, 20k+ users in 1st month
* May 2020 - **G**<mark style="color:red;">**A**</mark> v1.0 launch, 10 games
* Nov 2020 - **G**<mark style="color:red;">**A**</mark> v2.0 launch, 15 games
* Dec 2020 - 150k+ Users, 65k+ Duels, 100+ Tournaments

## 2021

* Mar 2021 - **G**<mark style="color:red;">**A**</mark> v3.0 launch, Rewrite\&Redesign
* Jul 2021 - 20+ Supported Games
* Nov 2021 - GAU Token Private Sale
* Dec 2021 - 325k+ Users, 150k+ Duels, 225+ Tournaments

## 2022

* Jun 2022 - App & Games Development Start
* Nov 2022 - GAU Token Global Launch
* Dec 2022 -  405k+ Users, 225k+ Duels, 450+ Tournaments

## 2023

* May 2023 - B2B Expansion
* Sep 2023 - GA App Launch
* Sep 2023 - 10+ Native Games
* Dec 2023 - 480k+ Users, 500k+ Duels, 600+ Tournaments