Anichess

**Week 1 Gambit Leaderboard Rewards Distributed** Anichess has completed its first weekly distribution of 250,000 $CHECK tokens to the top 50 players on the Gambit leaderboard. The competitive chess mode requires a 100 $CHECK buy-in per match, with rankings determined by total matches played rather than wins. **Key Requirements:** - Players needed only 2,000 points to rank (equivalent to 10 peak-hour games or 20 normal games) - 15-match minimum qualifier for reward eligibility - Peak Hours (13:30-16:30 UTC) offer 2x leaderboard points **Season 7 Structure:** The season features multiple reward tracks totaling over 1,000,000 $CHECK: - **Gambit Leaderboard**: 250,000 $CHECK weekly split among top 50 - **M8 Arena**: 50 random players receive minimum 500 $CHECK weekly - **Standard Mode**: M8 token rewards for completing 15 matches weekly Week 1 included a special 25 $CHECK loss protection rebate for new players learning the mode. The leaderboard resets every Monday at 00:00 UTC, giving all players a fresh start each week. [Learn more about Gambit mode](https://anichess.com)

Anichess has completed an airdrop of 198 Void Vanguards NFTs to users who sent their Ethernals to the Void. **Key Details:** - Each Void Vanguard contains $CHECK tokens that unlock on January 22, 2027 - No public listing will be available for these NFTs - Remaining supply will be distributed through holder raffles, community bidding, tournament prizes, and ecosystem rewards This distribution is part of a larger planned drop of 960 Void Vanguards, with some carrying up to 500,000 $CHECK tokens. The project emphasizes community participation through exclusive distribution channels rather than open market sales.

**Anichess has updated its Gambit Leaderboard schedule in response to community requests.** **Key Changes:** - Leaderboard now pauses Sunday 00:00 UTC and resumes Monday - No leaderboard points earned on Sundays - $CHECK wins and losses still count during the break **How Gambit Works:** - Entry cost: 100 CHECK per match - Win payout: 170 CHECK - Rankings based on total matches entered, not wins - Top 50 players split 250,000 CHECK when leaderboard resets Monday **Qualification Requirements:** - Minimum 15 matches to qualify - Peak hours offer 2x leaderboard points: - 13:30-16:30 UTC - 21:30-00:30 HKT - 09:30-12:30 ET Week 2 is currently live.

**New Spell Mechanic Launches Across All Modes** Anichess has released **Power Infusion**, a new spell that allows players to promote any piece during mid-game play. The spell operates on a dynamic mana system: - Initial cost: 6 mana - Cost reduction: 1 mana less with each subsequent cast - Availability: Live in all game modes - Coming soon to Gambit mode **Quality of Life Updates** The latest build includes two player-friendly improvements: - **Animation skip**: Tap to bypass spell animations and preserve your timer - **Extended time control**: Gambit mode now grants +4 seconds per move (increased from +2s) These changes aim to enhance strategic depth while improving the overall gameplay experience for the chess community.

Anichess has removed the **Power Infusion** spell from its promotion mechanic. The spell, which allowed players to promote any piece mid-game starting at 6 mana and decreasing by 1 with each cast, is no longer available in this capacity. **Key Changes:** - Power Infusion spell removed from promotion - Previously launched across all game modes - Was set to arrive in Gambit mode **Recent Updates:** - Tap to skip spell animations feature added - Gambit time control increased from +2s to +4s per move The change affects the strategic layer of gameplay that distinguishes Anichess from traditional chess.

Anichess has launched **Season 7: Gambit**, a competitive chess mode with over 1 million CHECK tokens in rewards for the season. **How it works:** - Players buy in with 100 CHECK per match - Winners collect rewards instantly - Week 1 offers a 25 CHECK rebate even for losses (rebate changes weekly) **Reward structure:** - Top 50 weekly leaderboard players split 250,000 CHECK - M8 Arena randomly selects 50 players weekly for CHECK rewards - Standard Mode rewards consistent players with M8 - Gambit players receive Abstract perks The first week provides the best learning opportunity due to the loss rebate, making it an ideal time for new players to participate. This builds on the previous Kings Gambit mode, which was part of the 1% CHECK token allocation program.

The **Pudgy Penguins takeover** of Anichess has officially concluded after a successful season. **Key achievements:** - 5M $PENGU tokens unlocked from PenguBoard - 50K PenguBoards started, 40K reached $PENGU rewards - 2.5M $CHECK distributed through leaderboard awards - 10K prize pool awarded to top 64 players - Thousands earned Abstract XP **What's next:** - Final fairness review of PenguBoard leaderboard underway - Rewards distribution pending review completion - Special season M8 rewards being prepared separately - New chapter launching later in December The takeover transformed the chess platform into **PenguBoard**, featuring an 8x8 frozen battlefield where players scratched squares to unlock rewards up to 600K $PENGU. Players earned M8 tokens through ranked games to access PenguBoard. Two leaderboards tracked progress: ranked gameplay and total M8 spent on PenguBoard.

**Anichess announces upcoming Queen's Gambit release** with cryptic messaging about sacrifices and faith required for success. The chess gaming platform, known for combining traditional chess with spell mechanics, is building anticipation for their next major update. The announcement references their **$CHECK token** and connects to their ongoing Checkmate Genesis narrative. - Previous Chapter 4 "The Queen's Gambit" was released in February 2025 - New release appears to integrate blockchain elements with gameplay - Community engagement strategy uses chess metaphors and suspense As an **Animoca Brands subsidiary**, Anichess continues expanding their free-to-play chess experience that blends traditional gameplay with innovative mechanics. *Stay tuned for official launch details and $CHECK token utility announcements.*

**Anichess** has launched its $CHECK token staking program with two distinct pools offering rewards: **Queen of Time (OG Pool)** - Exclusive to Season 14 players - Requires staking full $CHECK balance - **10M $CHECK bonus** split among participants after 3 months - No re-entry once you leave **Timewish Fountain (Public Pool)** - Open to all users - Flexible staking/unstaking - **1+1 bonus**: stake 1,000 $CHECK, earn additional 1,000 $CHECK over 4 months - 10M $CHECK bonus cap, first-come basis Both pools allow users to **earn M8 tokens** while staked. The program launched at 04:00 UTC on Wednesday, November 13th. *Ready to put your $CHECK tokens to work?*

**KaitoAI has completed its snapshot for the $CHECK token airdrop distribution.** The 3-month leaderboard is now locked, with the **top 200 participants splitting 1 million $CHECK tokens**. Eligible users can claim their airdrop at [yaps.kaito.ai/airdrops](https://yaps.kaito.ai/airdrops). **Next up:** Kaito badges will be distributed to Ethernals community members. This follows previous reward distributions to top Yappers in October.