The Splinterlands DAO is once again at the center of discussion with a proposal to fund a brand-new mini set of cards. This set would bring around 40+ new cards into the game—cards that would be playable in Modern, Wild, and tournaments, and cards that no doubt will heavily impact the meta.
But here’s the twist that has the community stirred up: for the first time, packs are expected to be priced in SPS.
That’s where the debate begins. Some players are upset because this is not how things were done in the past. Historically, packs were priced in DEC or credits, so SPS feels like a departure from tradition. The pushback has been strong in some corners, with plenty of angry comments surfacing in my last video.
Here’s where I come in: I actually think SPS-priced packs might be a good idea. In this video, I’ll walk you through my reasoning, because so far, I haven’t heard any convincing arguments against SPS pricing other than “it’s not what we used to do.” And honestly, I don’t think that’s a logical justification. Change isn’t always bad—in fact, sometimes it’s exactly what’s needed.
By tying this release directly to SPS, Splinterlands strengthens the token’s utility and keeps value within the ecosystem. The DAO itself will also benefit through revenue sharing, just like with Riftwatchers and Conclave Arcana, creating long-term sustainability for both the DAO treasury and the Splinterlands team. If SPS is going to be at the heart of the governance system, then making it the currency of choice for card sales makes perfect sense.
Now, I realize this is a controversial take. Some of you may strongly disagree, and that’s okay—because that’s what makes DAO governance powerful. We don’t all have to agree. What matters is that SPS stakers get to vote and collectively decide whether this proposal goes forward or not.
✅ In this video, I’ll cover:
- Why SPS pricing for packs could be a smart move.
- Why the argument of “that’s not how we used to do it” doesn’t hold up.
- How DAO governance ensures community ownership and accountability.
- What this proposal could mean for the economy, the meta, and the future of SPS.
- Finally this set is coming one way or another, so let the DAO benefit!
📌 And the conversation doesn’t end here. In just 48 hours, the People’s Guild will be hosting a discussion with Dave to go even deeper into this proposal. If you want to be part of the bigger conversation, you won’t want to miss it:
🔗 SPS Governance Proposal – Hire SMC to Create a New Mini Set
This isn’t just about 40 new cards. This is about how Splinterlands evolves, how the DAO flexes its power, and how we as a community choose to fund future growth. Whether you’re excited, skeptical, or frustrated, this is one of the most important governance discussions we’ve had in a long time.
I expect plenty of angry comments on this video, and that’s okay—because healthy debate is exactly what decentralized governance is about. Let’s talk it out.
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