Polygon 2.0 zkEVM Saga - Week 5 on Intract

Here's the 5th Week of the Polygon 2.0 zkEVM Saga. With swapping tasks, cutting edge Defi projects, and of course a new addition to your NFT collection

🚀🔥 Dive into the zkEVM adventures with this guide!

Read through and find the ins and outs of Week 5's epic journey in the Polygon zkEVM saga. 🌐🧙‍♂️

For all you DeFiDegens and crypto wizards, just hit up the search function to warp directly to the terms you need and seamlessly surf through this week's digital odyssey. 🕹️👾 #PolygonzkEVM

Guide

zkEVM Saga Symbiosis FAQ

zkEVM Saga Rubic FAQ

zkEVM Saga Week 5: Cross-chain swaps on Intract

Week 5 zkEVM Saga NFT on Intract

Another week of kickass Defi exploration & tinkering with the beast that is Polygon zkEVM!

Explore Intract’s gamified ingress into zkEVM & navigate Defi depths

Week 5 of the zkEVM saga on Intract brings you new tasks, new projects, and new (badass) NFT! Here are the partners that you get to explore in Week 5 -

• Rubic: Cross-Chain Tech Aggregator for users + tools for dApps. Trade 15,500+ tokens across 70+ networks, through the aggregation of 220+ DEXs and bridges!

• Symbiosis Fi: A cross-chain engine and liquidity protocol! Read more here

• Meson Finance: Meson is the faster and safer way to execute low-cost, zero-slippage #ETH and #Stablecoin cross-chain swaps

As you navigate through these powerhouse platforms, you'll be at the frontline of DeFi's revolutionary wave - brought to you by Polygon zkEVM and Intract. With each swap, you're not just trading assets; you're shaping the future of finance, exploring uncharted territories in the decentralized universe with our cutting-edge partner projects. 🌐🔮

But wait, there's more!

Make sure to claim your exclusive Week 5 NFT - a digital trophy symbolizing your conquests and adventures on Polygon zkEVM. Add this rare collectible to your zkEVM Saga collection and flaunt it as a badge of honor in the evolving world of Web3. 🌟🎁

Remember, each action, each trade, and each decision you make this week isn't just part of the game; it's part of your legacy in this digital frontier.

And a future zkEVM Grandmaster NFT 🏆 ~ guaranteed! No Web3 raffle here!

So, gear up and make every move count. The future of DeFi is in your hands! 🎮

Let’s do a quick breakdown of Week 5’s zkEVM saga tasks you have to complete on Intract:

1. Follow @CryptoRubic on Twitter

2. Follow @mesonfi on Twitter

3. Subscribe to Symbiosis YouTube channel

4. Make a cross-chain or on-chain swaps to/from/on PolygonzkEVM for any token on Rubic exchange

5. Cross-chain swap atleast $10 USD worth of any tokens to Polygon zkEVM on Symbiosis

PS: What are Cross-chain swaps?

Cross-chain swaps on Polygon zkEVM enable the exchange of cryptocurrencies across different blockchain networks while leveraging the privacy and scalability benefits of zero-knowledge proofs. This innovative approach allows for secure, efficient, and private transactions between various blockchain assets, enhancing interoperability in the blockchain ecosystem.

Week 5 queries - Rubic

• What is a legitimate transaction on Rubic Exchange for zkEVM Week 5?

  • Cross-chain swaps to Polygon zkEVM → for e.g. swapping USDC on Base to Eth on Polygon zkEVM

  • Cross-chain swaps from Polygon zkEVM → for e.g. swapping USDC on Polygon zkEVM to Eth on Base

  • Same token cross-chain swaps are also allowed

  • Swap on Polygon zkEVM → for e.g. swapping Eth on Polygon zkEVM to USDC on Polygon zkEVM ( or vice versa ) . This type of txn is no longer legit for week 5 Saga post Nov 17 9:30 AM UTC.

  • Min Amount: There is no minimum token limit. Typically swap greater than 5 $ for minimum slippage impact

  • Token combination: Any token pairs with sufficient liquidity

• What is a recommended token to swap to ensure liquidity?

  • This depends on the network traffic & can vary. Our community has in the past often swapped Eth to USDC & vice versa.

• What is slippage & how do you see it?

  • Slippage is the loss in the amount you obtain after a swap or bridge on Polygon zkEVM. You can check your slippage on the app itself.

    

• How to adjust my slippage tolerance?

  • You can always adjust your slippage Tolerance before you conduct the trade; just click the icon at the top right of your swap panel and adjust the slippage to your preference.

  

• How do I use Rubic Exchange for swapping?

  • You can check out how to use Rubic Exchange here.

• I started a transaction on Rubic Exchange; how do I know it’s completed?

  • You should first check if your txn is legit by going to the PolygonzkEVM Scan Explorer here. Or you can check it on the app itself

  • If your transaction takes longer than 15-30 minutes to process, you can open a ticket on the Rubic Exchange discord server here. Please be aware of scammers; official admins will NEVER DM you first.

    

• How do I check if my Swap is legitimate on my own?

  • Use the blockchain explorer (link here) & enter your address. If you have swapped, you can see a screenshot similar to this.

  

  • However, a txn being legit doesn’t guarantee its validity for quest verification ( for e.g. if it is less than the minimum amount post-slippage e.g. ).

• My transaction on Rubic Exchange is complete, but it’s not verifying on Intract? What to do?

  • Be patient. Do your transaction, and come back in 30 minutes to verify again. Most likely, your task will be verified. Do a refresh / hard refresh (ctrl+ shift + R) just in case.

  • Common pitfalls

    1. One of the most common reasons for tasks not verifying is that you did a txn with the wallet that is not your primary wallet on Intract ( check Q4 in general queries )- this is the only wallet that will be checked for verification. Please change the primary wallet & retry the verification ( you can connect another wallet from the same menu ).

    2. Sometimes, if interacting for the first time with the protocol, you have to first “Approve” token usage & then swap or bridge. Please double-check if you have done both steps & not just Approve (check SS below for how “approve” looks like in your address on Polygon zkEVM Scan against your txn hash)

    

• Can I miss my NFT because of delays?

  • If you complete a transaction on Rubic Exchange during the campaign window ( Nov 16, 12:00 PM UTC - Nov 23 11 59 AM UTC ) and have completed all the other quest steps, you WILL for sure be eligible to mint the fifth NFT anytime during the 6 weeks of the zkEVM saga campaign.

• What steps should I take if I encounter insufficient liquidity during a transaction?

  • If you encounter insufficient liquidity, consider changing the token combination or the chain combination to ensure a successful transaction. Rubic Exchange team will also monitor their pool and rebalance accordingly.

• What steps should I take if I encounter issues like this?

  • If you encounter this issue, consider changing the provider being used for the swap/token combination/the chain combination (in case of cross-chain swap) / a higher total amount to swap to ensure a successful transaction.

  

Week 5 queries - Symbiosis

• What is a legitimate transaction on Symbiosis for zkEVM Saga?

  • Min Amount: $10 after slippage

  • Tokens combination: any token

  • Source chain: any supported chain

  • Destination chain: Polygon zkEVM

• Does the same token swap from a source chain TO Polygon zkEVM count as a legitimate transaction?

  • Yes

• What is slippage & how to see it?

  • Slippage is the loss in the amount you actually obtain after a swap or bridge on Polygon zkEVM. You can check your slippage on Symbiosis itself by clicking the settings button.

    

• How do I use Symbiosis for swapping?

  • You can check out Symbiosis guide to cross-chain swapping here.

• I started a transaction on Symbiosis, how do I know it’s completed?

  • You should first check if your txn is legit by going to the PolygonzkEVM Scan explorer here. Or you can check it on the app itself

    

  • If your transaction is taking longer than 15-30 mins to process, you can open a ticket on the Symbiosis Discord here. Please be aware of scammers, official admins will NEVER DM you first.

• How to check if my Symbiosis tx is legitimate on my own?

  • Use the blockchain explorer (link here) & enter your address. If you have cross chain swapped, you’ll see a screenshot similar to this on Debank for source chain txn

    

  • However, a txn being legit doesn’t guarantee its validity for quest verification (for example if it's less than the minimum swap amount post-slippage).

  • On Polygon zkEVM the txn will look something like this on their explorer

• My transaction on Symbiosis is complete, but it’s not verifying on Intract. What to do?

  • Be patient. Do your transaction, and come back in 30 mins, to verify again. Most likely, your task will verify. Do a refresh / hard refresh (ctrl+ shift + R) just in case.

  • Common pitfalls

    • One of the most common reasons for tasks not verifying is that you did a txn with the wallet that is not your primary wallet on Intract (check Q4 in general queries) - this is the only wallet that will be checked for verification. Please change the primary wallet & retry the verification (you can connect another wallet from the same menu).

    • Sometimes, if interacting for the first time with the protocol, you have to first “Approve” token usage & then swap or bridge. Please double-check if you have done both steps & not just Approve ( check SS below for how “approve” looks like in your address on Polygon zkEVM Scan against your txn hash)

      

• Can I miss my NFT because of delays?

  • If you complete a transaction on Symbiosis during the campaign window (Nov 16, 12:00 PM UTC - Nov 23 11 59 AM UTC) and have completed all the other quest steps, you WILL for sure be eligible to mint the fifth NFT anytime during the 6-week period of the zkEVM saga campaign.

• What steps should I take if I encounter insufficient liquidity during a transaction?

  • If you encounter insufficient liquidity, consider changing the token combination or the chain combination to ensure a successful transaction. The Symbiosis team will also monitor their pool and rebalance accordingly.

• I completed the transaction, but don't see my funds.

  • Your transaction might have gotten stuck.

  • Please check the Symbiosis guide - here

  • Link to check in Symbiosis app

• Check out Symbiosis explorer here.

A Primer on Slippage: Your Ultimate Guide in the Web3 Quest World 🌌

Attention all Web3Questers and DeFi Degens!

Embark on an essential part of your Web3 journey – understanding and mastering slippage in the dynamic realm of cross-chain swaps. As you delve into decentralized finance and engage in various Web3 quests on Intract, recognizing the impact of slippage is crucial for optimizing your strategy in cryptocurrency trading, NFT loyalty programs, and participating in Web3 raffles.

Picture this: You're all set to do a swap at a target price, but just as you execute the trade, you notice the price has subtly shifted. This minor yet pivotal change is known as slippage, a common occurrence in the volatile cryptocurrency market, especially when dealing with high liquidity assets. It's a key element to consider in your quest for maximizing returns on Web3 platforms.

Dive deeper into the mechanics of slippage and learn how to navigate it effectively. Whether you're participating in blockchain quests, engaging in DeFi strategies, or exploring the intricacies of cross-chain transactions, understanding slippage is an invaluable skill. Equip yourself with the knowledge to tackle this challenge head-on and enhance your proficiency in the ever-evolving world of Web3 and decentralized finance.

Stay ahead in your crypto quest, minimize risks, and maximize rewards as you journey through the digital landscape of blockchain and cryptocurrency. 🧭💰

PS: For your queries, we’ve highlighted the slippage-based troubles and questions in the above sections. Feel free to search, and learn.

Details for Web3 Noobs ~

If this is your first sojourn into the world of Web3 quests, let Intract help you understand what are swaps -

1. zkEVM (Zero-Knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine): This is a type of Ethereum Virtual Machine that incorporates zero-knowledge proofs. Zero-knowledge proofs are a cryptographic method that allows one party to prove to another that a statement is true without revealing any information apart from the fact that the statement is indeed true. In the context of zkEVM, this technology is used to enhance privacy and scalability by validating transactions without disclosing their contents.

2. Cross-Chain Swaps: This refers to the process of exchanging one cryptocurrency for another, but across different blockchain networks. For instance, swapping Bitcoin for Ethereum typically requires an intermediary, like an exchange platform, because these two cryptocurrencies operate on completely different blockchains. Cross-chain swaps aim to facilitate these exchanges directly between different blockchains in a decentralized manner, without the need for intermediaries.

3. Cross-Chain Swaps on zkEVM: When you combine these two concepts, you get a system where users can engage in cross-chain swaps using the privacy and efficiency of zkEVM. This means that users could potentially execute swaps between different blockchain assets while benefiting from the enhanced privacy and scalability that zero-knowledge proofs provide.

In simpler terms, cross-chain swaps on zkEVM would allow users to trade different types of crypto assets across various blockchains in a manner that is both private and efficient. This is particularly valuable in a landscape where there are many different blockchain networks, each with their own unique assets and ecosystems.