This tutorial covers running a HYCHAIN node, a crucial feature within an ecosystem aimed at enhancing blockchain gaming by simplifying player onboarding and developer integration. HYCHAIN, an Ethereum Layer-2 solution, supports broad game adoption with its innovative infrastructure, user-friendly APIs, and a gasless relayer network. With HYTOPIA’s significant pre-registrations, HYCHAIN is setting benchmarks for decentralized gaming’s future.
If you are looking to purchase a node you can do so here, be sure to use code CAGY for a discount.
Full Video Guide
For a hands-on video guide check out this video. Written guide can be found below!
Creating an Account
First, you will need to create and account and get your wallet connected to the NodeOps service.
Step 1: Create an Account
Visit the node operations page and sign in using your email address to create an account.
Step 2: Select Hychain To Deploy
Once logged in, navigate to the deploy node page and select the Hychain option.
Step 3: Connect Your Wallet
Select the ‘Guardian Node’ option then connect the wallet that contains your nodes. Click on “Fetch NFTs” to proceed.
Step 4: Select Service Duration
Choose the duration for which you wish to run the node service then hit ‘Pay’.
Step 5: Subscription Payment
You will then be taken to a payment page, you can either connect your wallet to pay for subscription with crypto using one of the available networks or use a credit card.
Purchasing $TOPIA for Transactions
Once you have your subscription be sure to load up on $TOPIA to confirm transactions for node delegation in later steps.
Step 6: Purchase $TOPIA
Buy $TOPIA tokens via Uniswap on ETH Mainnet. Around $5 worth of tokens will suffice.
Step 7: Deposit $TOPIA
Deposit your $TOPIA to HYCHAIN using their bridge, it may take up to 15 minutes to complete.
Delegating To Operate Nodes
Step 8: Delegate Nodes from Dashboard
Go to your dashboard by visiting. Click on “Delegate” to assign your node. If you have multiple nodes click on one and continue.
Step 9: Submit Delegation
Connect your wallet containing the Nodes. Go under the ‘Contract’ tab and click ‘Submit Delegation’ this will allow nodes under your wallet to all run at once.
Note: This will consume a small amount of $TOPIA. Remember to untick the tip box.
Step 10: Check Your Dashboard
Return to your dashboard to view your live nodes and the rewards you’ve accumulated.
Managing Delegations
Step 11: Manage Your Delegations
View and manage your delegations on delegate.xyz under your profile. Here, you can also revoke authorization if necessary in the future.
Congratulations! You’ve successfully set up and started running your HYCHAIN node. This process involves setting up an account, connecting your wallet, choosing a service duration, delegating your node, and managing your $TOPIA resources. Check your dashboard regularly to monitor your node’s performance and rewards.
