Shardeum EVM Testnet Quest — Explore Scalable Blockchain and Earn $SHM Rewards

Shardeum offers a fresh approach to Ethereum-compatible blockchains by prioritizing scalability without sacrificing decentralization. Powered by the innovative Shardus protocol and Dynamic State Sharding, every additional node boosts throughput, storage, and bandwidth in a linear fashion.

Transactions finalize individually via Proof of Quorum (PoQ) consensus, delivering sub-second confirmations and seamless cross-shard interactions. With built-in autoscaling and stable gas fees, Shardeum creates an environment where developers and users can build and interact on a truly performant EVM Layer 1.

The ongoing EVM Testnet Quest lets you dive into this ecosystem, complete tasks to earn XP, and qualify for rewards from a massive 60 Million $SHM prize pool. Top performers on the leaderboard can earn significant $SHM tokens (post-redenomination: 1 old SHM = 240 new SHM), providing real value as Shardeum approaches its mainnet launch on October 30, 2025 (04:30 UTC).

Why Participate in Shardeum Testnet?

• Hands-on learning: Test cutting-edge features like dynamic sharding and PoQ in a live EVM environment.
• No barriers to entry: Use any EVM-compatible wallet and claim test tokens easily.
• Real rewards potential: Climb leaderboards through tasks and referrals for $SHM allocations.
• Future-proof skills: Gain experience with tools that will power Shardeum’s mainnet, where $SHM drives transactions, staking, and governance.
• Community-driven: Connect with builders via social channels and contribute to network growth.

Rewards Overview

Rewards are distributed based on leaderboard rankings, honoring dedicated participants and referrers:

Total prize pool: 60 Million $SHM. Earn XP through quests to improve your standing — rewards unlock post-mainnet.

How to Get Started

1. Set Up Your Wallet: Visit the Shardeum EVM Testnet Quest portal, accept the Terms of Use, and connect an EVM-compatible wallet. Add the Shardeum EVM Testnet network using RPC details from the docs.

2. Tackle Off-Chain Tasks: Follow @Shardeum on X, join Discord and Telegram, and retweet the quest announcement. Verify completions on the portal to rack up XP.

3. Complete On-Chain Quests (Levels 1 & 2): Head to ShardMint to deploy an ERC-20 token effortlessly. Advance to Level 2 with ShardFlip and other dApps for transactions. Grab test $SHM from the official faucet. Video guides are available on the quest page.

4. Refer and Boost Earnings: Generate your referral code in the portal and share it. Earn 1 XP per friend who completes an on-chain task — top referrers get bonus $SHM.

Stay updated via Shardeum’s resources and community channels to maximize your XP and rewards while helping shape a more scalable blockchain future.

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