# CNFTs & Minting

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## Minting Info & NFT Mechanics

**BabySneklets** are dynamic digital collectibles built on the Cardano blockchain, designed for long-term utility, staking, and customizability. Each NFT is part of a **7,777-piece collection** and is compliant with the advanced **CIP-68 standard**, enabling **updatable metadata** for future features like cosmetic upgrades and trait evolution.

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### 🎟️ Minting Overview

Minting is available in **two phases**:

| Phase          | Price  | Access Level                |
| -------------- | ------ | --------------------------- |
| Whitelist      | 69 ADA | Approved wallets only       |
| Public Sale    | 77 ADA | Open to all users           |
| Tier 3 Plushie | Free   | 1 per locked Tier 3 Plushie |

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### Tier 3 Plushie Perks

Holders of a **Tier 3 Lockables Plushie** are eligible for **one free BabySneklet mint** per plushie.

* ✅ No whitelist grind
* ✅ No lottery
* ✅ Just connect your wallet and mint

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### Minting Timeline

| Date           | Event                             |
| -------------- | --------------------------------- |
| April 3, 2025  | Whitelist Closes                  |
| April 12, 2025 | Mint Launch (WL & Public)         |
| WL Window      | Opens 12 hours before public mint |

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### Minting Mechanics

* NFTs are **randomly assigned** upon mint—no previews or rerolls.
* **12 Legendary 1/1s** are hidden within the collection.
* Metadata follows **CIP-68** and is **upgradeable** via Stardust.
* Once minted, NFTs can be staked or customized (see related sections).

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### Requirements to Mint

To participate in the mint:

* A supported **Cardano wallet** (e.g. Nami, Eternl, Lace)
* Enough **ADA** to cover mint cost + network fees
* For plushie holders: NFT must be **locked prior to mint**

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### NFT Traits & Structure

Each BabySneklet NFT is composed of several visual and thematic traits, including:

* **Background** – Sets the tone and color scheme
* **Body** – Defines shape and texture
* **Clothes** – Adds personality and style
* **Eyes, Head, Mouth** – Facial characteristics
* **Tail** – Completes the character design

Traits are generated via a **verifiable algorithm**, ensuring uniqueness across all 7,777 NFTs.

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### Rarity System

Rarity is determined by how often specific traits appear across the full collection. NFTs are categorized into **Common**, **Rare**, **Epic**, and **Legendary** tiers based on their total rarity score.

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