> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://animine.gitbook.io/animine/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://animine.gitbook.io/animine/mining.md).

# Mining

In ANIMINE, mining is the core mechanic that allows users to generate ANIMINE tokens over time. It's a passive and rewarding process designed to be simple, scalable, and kawaii.

🎮 How Does Mining Work?

1. **Buy a Miner (NFT)** from the dApp.
2. Optionally, **add a Facility** to boost your mining power.
3. Once you own a Miner, you **start earning ANIMINE tokens automatically**.
4. You can **claim your rewards** at any time via the “Claim” button in the interface.

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#### ⚙️ What Affects Your Mining Rate?

* **Miner Tier:** Higher-tier Miners generate more tokens per second.
* **Facility Tier:** Boosts the mining efficiency and speed.
* **Upgrades:** Enhancing Miners or Facilities increases production.
* **Future mechanics:** Additional multipliers or bonuses may apply based on events or staking.

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#### 🪙 Claiming Rewards

* Tokens are stored in the smart contract as **unclaimed rewards**.
* You remain in full control — rewards are not sent automatically.
* Click the **“Claim Rewards”** button in the dApp to receive your mined tokens.

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#### 💸 Are Tokens Minted or Distributed?

* ANIMINE tokens are **minted** on-demand based on contract logic.
* There is no centralized control over distribution — the smart contract calculates and handles it transparently.

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#### 🔄 Example

| Miner Tier | Tokens/hour | Facility Boost | Final Rate |
| ---------- | ----------- | -------------- | ---------- |
| Tier 1     | 1 ANIMINE   | +0%            | 1/h        |
| Tier 2     | 3 ANIMINE   | +20%           | 3.6/h      |
| Tier 3     | 6 ANIMINE   | +50%           | 9/h        |

> *Note: Exact values will depend on contract deployment and can be balanced over time.*

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✨ With cute Miners, powerful Facilities, and full Web3 ownership, ANIMINE turns mining into a fun and strategic experience.