Elementals Collection Launch Update

Azuki's trading card game unveils the backstory of Rei, a character that predates both the mask and Raizan personas in the Azuki universe. **Key Details:** - New lore drop explores Rei's origins before known character transformations - Part of ongoing world-building in the Azuki TCG ecosystem - Follows previous reveal about Zero's role in "the Alley" **Context:** The announcement continues Azuki's expansion of its narrative universe through the trading card game, adding depth to character backstories and the broader Azuki mythology. Visit [tcg.azuki.com](http://tcg.azuki.com) to explore the full story.

**Azuki has released its first digital trading card game (TCG) card**, available for free minting on OpenSea for a limited time. **Key Details:** - The **Gate #0 IKZ card** marks the debut of Azuki's digital TCG collection - Free to mint on [OpenSea](https://opensea.io/collection/gate-0/overview) (limited time offer) - Follows the presale announcement of the first official Azuki TCG set - The physical set features artwork by @steamboy33, including a rare Shao portrait **Background:** Azuki previously announced plans for anime-inspired trading card decks in March 2025. The project expands the Azuki ecosystem, which includes the original Azuki collection, Elementals, and BEANZ NFTs. Collectors can claim their free Gate #0 card now before the limited-time offer expires.

Azuki's trading card game reveals cryptic lore about a character named Zero, who "sets the price" of power in the Alley. The teaser connects to previous announcements about Rei, suggesting a backstory that predates established characters Raizan and the mask. **Key Details:** - New character "Zero" introduced as power broker in the Alley - Links to Rei's origin story teased earlier - Part of Azuki's expanding TCG universe at tcg.azuki.com The announcement continues Azuki's gradual world-building approach for its trading card game.

Azuki announces an upcoming physical product launch, building on their existing NFT ecosystem. The project, which includes three collections (Azuki, BEANZ, and Elementals totaling over 20,000 NFTs on Ethereum), is expanding beyond digital assets. Their online shop at Azuki.com/shop is already operational. The announcement hints at bringing "the world of Azuki" into a tangible format, though specific details about the product remain undisclosed.

Azuki is bringing back its cameo program in early 2026, offering community members another chance to see their NFTs featured in the anime anthology series. **Key Details:** - Cameo licensing rewards community participation in Azuki's IP-building process - Previous cameos included surprise appearances of Azuki #6534 and #1864 in Episode 1 - The program allows NFT holders to have their characters featured in official Azuki content This initiative continues Azuki's approach to community engagement across its ecosystem, which includes the main Azuki collection, BEANZ, and the 20,000-piece Elementals collection launched in June 2023.