ApeStake

**New Avatars Arrive in Otherside** Three new playable characters have been added to Otherside: - Barry and Bella from @bearish_af - A new avatar from @the_G_O_A_T_s Holders can now equip these avatars in-game by accessing the Avatars tab. This expansion continues Otherside's trend of integrating characters from various crypto communities, following previous additions from Killabears, Stuck, Smiths, Hoodlums, and Trenchtown NFT collections.

The Bored Ape Yacht Club has opened a digital marketplace where users can purchase apparel, collectibles, art, and unique items from club members using $APE tokens on ApeChain. **Key Features:** - Transactions conducted exclusively with $APE on ApeChain - P2P dashboard access for buying and bidding - Open to all users - BAYC or MAYC ownership not required **Community Development:** A community member has developed a free wardrobe app allowing Ape holders to customize their NFTs without artistic skills. The tool features hand-drawn art and real-time layer separation, with integration into the main BAYC site being proposed. The marketplace represents another step in building community-driven infrastructure around the APE ecosystem.

**Otherside** has released two major updates for creators and players: - **OS Vibe Builder** is now live, giving creators new tools to build within the Otherside metaverse - **Blackbeard's Bounty Season 2** introduces **Create-A-Hunt mode**, allowing players to design and submit their own treasure hunts from March 4-15 Unlike Season 1, there are no public ranked leaderboards this season. Player-submitted hunts will be approved within 24 hours and appear throughout the season. Stats remain visible to track participation across different hunts.

**Blackbeard's Bounty** returns to Otherside with a new player-driven feature. **How it works:** - Players select a Hunt and follow clues to mint KodaCam photos - Season 2 introduces **Create-a-Hunt** mode - Each player can design one custom Hunt for the community - Hunts can be pledged to specific NFT communities, or left open for any Hunter to claim The feature launched March 4-15, alongside the new OS Vibe Builder tool for creators. Players can now shape the treasure hunt experience for others in the metaverse.

**ApeCoin introduces major tokenomics change** with all $APE used for ApeChain gas fees now being **permanently burned**. Key details: - Burns include **all fees since ApeChain's launch** - Token burns will **accelerate as Otherside grows** - Part of ApeCoin's focus on creating a sustainable **economic loop** This deflationary mechanism could reduce $APE supply over time as network usage increases. The move represents a significant shift in ApeCoin's monetary policy, potentially impacting token value through supply reduction. *Monitor ApeChain activity to track burn rates.*

**Otherside expands its ecosystem** by welcoming three established NFT communities to ApeChain this week. The new additions include: - **0n1Force** - established digital collectibles community - **Quirkies NFT** - proven cultural contributors - **Good Vibes Club** - long-standing community builders These communities have **demonstrated their cultural impact** through years of consistent building and engagement in the web3 space. The integration represents Otherside's continued strategy to **onboard crypto-native intellectual property** and established communities to its metaverse platform. **ApeChain serves as the foundation** for these community migrations, providing the infrastructure for established web3 brands to expand their presence in the metaverse ecosystem.

The **final leaderboards** for DrinkDrankDunk are now available for viewing. Key updates include: - Complete final standings accessible at [drinkdrankdunk.com/leaderboard](https://www.drinkdrankdunk.com/leaderboard) - **Expanded leaderboard format** allowing users to scroll through all competitors - Enhanced competition tracking features The expanded view provides better visibility into player rankings and performance across the platform. *Check your final position and see how you stacked up against the competition.*

**Community Leaderboard Results** Top three communities claimed their rewards: - @NightGlyders (1st place) - @ApeAlphaDogs (2nd place) - @Froglings (3rd place) These communities **shared 18K $APE** in total sweeps. **Individual Winners** Top dunkers earned Geez NFTs: - @TOPGUNS__82 - @shua_pe - @oslopraiz **What's Next** The announcement hints at a "Naughty List" with *trouble brewing*, suggesting upcoming developments in the Drink Drank Dunk game. This gaming initiative continues ApeCo's partnership with various NFT communities, rewarding active participation with $APE tokens and NFT prizes.

**ApeCo strengthens partnership with ChimpersHQ** for The Dojo competition on ApeChain. **Community Leaderboard Rewards:** - 1st place: 10,000 APE - 2nd place: 5,000 APE - 3rd place: 3,000 APE **Individual Competition:** Top 3 dunkers with most dunks win exclusive NFTs from @GobsOnApe or @GeezOnApe collections. Participate at [drinkdrankdunk.com](https://www.drinkdrankdunk.com/)

**APE token** has officially launched liquidity pools on the **Monad blockchain** through PancakeSwap integration. Key developments: - New $APE liquidity pools now live on Monad - Available through PancakeSwap decentralized exchange - Expands APE's multi-chain presence beyond Ethereum This launch gives APE holders access to Monad's faster transaction speeds and lower fees. The integration supports APE's mission as a **community-controlled token** for cultural initiatives in web3. Traders can now swap APE tokens directly on Monad through [PancakeSwap's interface](https://pancakeswap.finance/info/v3/monad/tokens/0x6a7e3f839382fbb6a6131d4aae864aaeb362292d).