Splinterlands needs to address improving matchmaking liquidity without exposing additional economy exploits and behaving differently as active community engagement either increases or decreases: a Liquidity Pool for Matchmaking Liquidity designed to incentivize ranked play like never before.
The Core Idea
The essence of this initiative is to create a dynamic liquidity pool where players and investors can deposit assets such as DEC (Dark Energy Crystals), SPS (Splintershards), and vouchers. This pool isn't just a financial reservoir; it's the foundation of a matchmaking system designed to reward participation, investment, and performance in ranked battles.
Daily Matchmaking Quotas
A key feature of this system is the introduction of daily matchmaking quotas. These quotas are directly tied to a player's investment in the liquidity pool, setting a minimum number of ranked battles to engage in to qualify for rewards. The principle is simple: the more you invest, the more you're encouraged to play, and the higher your potential rewards.
Reward Distribution: A Threefold Approach
- Participation Rewards: Meet your daily quota and earn rewards based on your level of activity and investment. This ensures that all players, regardless of their win rate, have a strong incentive to participate.
- Performance Bonuses: Skill and strategy won't go unnoticed. Players will earn additional rewards for their win rates, winning streaks, and victories against formidable opponents.
- Investment Returns: Beyond the battlefield, the liquidity pool offers returns based on the game's economic growth, similar to staking rewards, rewarding long-term investment and support.
Keeping the Balance
Adjustments and balancing are crucial to this system's success. By periodically reviewing and adjusting quotas, rewards, and the loss offset mechanism, we ensure fairness and encourage continuous engagement. Furthermore, smart contracts will automate reward distribution and rule enforcement, guaranteeing transparency and integrity.