Defi Beginners Guide

# The Basics

## Bringing assets on-chain

In order to interact with Eternity you will need to have tokens on the correct blockchain to pay transaction fees. A full discussion of blockchains, how they work, and their associated fees is beyond the scope of this guide, but below you will find a summarized list of steps required with links to more detailed instructions.

The most straightforward way to purchase cryptocurrency is to use a Centralized Exchange (CEX). These work similarly to services which allow you to trade stocks like E-Trade and Robinhood. You will need to transfer money (US dollars, Euros, etc.) to the CEX of your choice. Different CEX websites may have different requirements or be unavailable depending on what country you are in. Here are some of the most popular:

* Coinbase
* Binance or Binance US
* Kucoin
* Crypto.com
* Kraken

It is also possible to purchase crypto directly using a decentralized on-ramp or directly through a crypto wallet like Metamask rather than through an exchange. Eternity makes no recommendation regarding any centralized exchange or digital asset purchase. **Do your own research and always prioritize your privacy and security.**

You will also have to download and setup a Metamask wallet for your choice of chain. Other wallets may be compatible with Eternity in the future, but Metamask will be supported at the outset. Wallets hold your crypto and allow you to transact that crypto on the blockchain. After you download Metamask, record your private key (NEVER SHARE THIS) and follow the steps to set up your wallet. See the Metamask FAQ for details.

Metamask connects to the Ethereum network by default; users must manually add new networks to play Eternity on their associated blockchain. Instructions for these networks can be found in the links below:

**Avalanche (AVAX)**

https://support.avax.network/en/articles/4626956-how-do-i-set-up-metamask-on-avalanche

**Metis (METIS)**

https://docs.metis.io/building-on-metis/metamask-setting

**Fantom Opera (FTM)**

https://docs.fantom.foundation/tutorials/set-up-metamask

**Polygon (MATIC)**

https://docs.polygon.technology/docs/develop/metamask/config-polygon-on-metamask/

Now that you have purchased tokens on a CEX and have your Metamask wallet ready, you can move those tokens into your Metamask wallet on the specific chain. Most major CEXs will allow direct withdrawals to major chains including Avalanche, Fantom, and Polygon.

If your CEX does not allow direct withdrawal there are a number of routes you can take through other chains. These routes use various bridges, and we will create a list of these bridges as we expand across different chains.

## Getting started on Eternity!

Now that you have tokens on your chain of choice, let's get you ready for an adventure! There are a couple ways to get started on Eternity, and how you want to start is up to you!

The fastest way is to **buy Glory** to purchase a starter pack, open the starter pack to receive your heroes, and start adventuring!

The second option is to **use Paraswap to buy Frax** to purchase a character pack in the General Store, and start your adventure!

## Characters, Items, Equipment, and more!

These pages are all designed to familiarize you with the world of Eternity and give you all the information you need to conquer your foes and accumulate vast wealth!

* Characters
* Items
* Equipment
* Portals
* General store
* Auction house