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Six years ago, I opened a card that would forever mark the beginning of my journey in what was then called Steem Monsters—now known to the world as Splinterlands. That card was none other than the hauntingly powerful Screaming Banshee, an Alpha edition relic that still gives me chills every time I look at it. Just seeing her artwork today brings back a flood of memories—of excitement, curiosity, and a belief in something truly special on the horizon.
Back in those early days, everything felt so fresh and full of potential. We were pioneers in a brand-new kind of game—one that mixed strategic gameplay with blockchain technology. Each card we held wasn’t just a game piece; it was a piece of history. And owning an Alpha card? That was something magical.
I recently revisited my collection while preparing to dive back into the Wild format, and seeing my old Alpha cards—including the Screaming Banshee—was like rediscovering forgotten treasure. It stirred something in me: nostalgia for those early battles, and hope for the road ahead.
Today, Splinterlands has evolved far beyond what any of us could have imagined. With Land Expansion, new gameplay formats, and an ever-growing community, the future of the game looks brighter than ever. Yet, in the midst of all this progress, it’s important to pause and appreciate where it all began.
To everyone who remembers those Steem Monsters days—this one’s for you. And to all the new players joining us on this journey: welcome to one of the most dynamic, rewarding, and passionate gaming communities in the blockchain world. The past gave us stories to tell; the present gives us reasons to believe; and the future? It’s still being written—card by card, battle by battle.
Long live Splinterlands.
Long live the Alpha spirit. đź’«