Battle of Nodes: Registration is Open

A $100,000 Ecosystem Challenge

Supernova introduces a significant performance shift for the MultiversX network. Faster block production, higher throughput, stronger execution, and an updated architecture expand what builders, validators, and infrastructure teams can achieve on mainnet. An upgrade of this scale benefits from clear validation under real conditions, through a wide range of actors and use cases.

To support this effort, today we open registrations for Battle of Nodes: A New Dawn.
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This initiative invites participants to join a coordinated, multi-track process that applies meaningful pressure on the Supernova upgrade with 100,000 USD in prizes distributed across several tracks based on contribution and measurable outcomes. Each track focuses on a distinct part of the network. Together, they form a comprehensive readiness program that strengthens confidence ahead of one of the most ambitious network upgrades in the entire Web3 space.

Track 1: Protocol Integrity

Stress-test the foundation

This track focuses on the core logic of Supernova. Participants will examine consensus behavior, execution flows, node state transitions, and protocol responses under stress. The work involves inspecting logs, identifying irregularities, exploring edge cases, and documenting findings that support protocol refinement. Anyone with experience in distributed systems, security assessment, or low-level debugging is welcomed to join.

Track 2: Infrastructure

Strengthen services for users and builders

Operators familiar with MultiversX infrastructure or similar environments can apply to provide APIs, RPC endpoints, indexers, explorers, and analytics services. Their goal is to provide an infrastructure that services users and builders during the Battle of Nodes and beyond.

Track 3: Validators

Measure real validator behavior on the Supernova shadow fork

Validator teams will run their nodes with Supernova-ready configurations and observe their behavior across several conditions. Key focus areas include finality, shard synchronization, epoch transitions, and recovery patterns during elevated activity. This track produces valuable insights into validator readiness and helps refine setups before the upgrade moves to mainnet.

Track 4: Builders

Prepare your dApps for a faster execution environment

Builders will deploy their Smart Contracts, dApps, and tools on a Supernova shadow fork. The track focuses on deployment, migration, compatibility, and performance under the new execution environment, and teams will observe user flows, contract behavior, and UX responsiveness as block speeds increase. This track fits both small and large development teams launching new applications or preparing readiness for Supernova.

Track 5: Guild Wars

Compete as a team

Guild Wars introduces a structured, team-based format. Small guilds of up to five members will join Battles designed to generate meaningful activity on the upgraded network. Each guild will set a strategy, coordinate actions, and work together through timed events that create the load Supernova needs for a complete evaluation.

Guild leaders are invited signing up using this form.

Users will be able to join available guilds throughout the campaign.

Writing the New Chapter of the Network Together

The strength of the Supernova upgrade comes from the combined work of the ecosystem. Protocol analysis improves system integrity, infrastructure testing reinforces the data layer, validator participation clarifies operational limits, builder involvement confirms application behavior, and guild activity supports realistic stress conditions. Each contribution becomes part of a shared preparation effort that shapes the final release.

Registration opens today and stays open throughout the Battle. Participants can join through one or several tracks, or register your guild for the Battles ahead today.

NOTE: All participants must use a new wallet created specifically for this event, to support accurate activity tracking.

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