Asphodel

How to Participate in the Asphodel Playtest

Step 1: Visit the Playtest Site

Head to the Asphodel playtest. The interface walks new players through the basics, but reading the Asphodel docs first will save time once you’re in.

Step 2: Connect Your Wallet

Click the wallet connect button and approve the session in your wallet of choice. The playtest uses standard EVM wallet connections, so anything that works on Ethereum mainnet will work here.

Step 3: Switch to the Sepolia Testnet

Add Sepolia to your wallet’s network list if it isn’t already there. Grab a small amount of Sepolia ETH from a public faucet like Alchemy’s. No real ETH is required at any point.

Step 4: Pick Up Testnet $ONYX

The playtest provides testnet $ONYX through in-game distribution and ecosystem mechanics. Use it for run entries and progression; you don’t need to bridge or exchange anything outside the playtest environment.

Step 5: Complete In-Game Objectives

Work through the Prologue runs and complete the published objective list. Since the autobattler uses permadeath, losing a run sets you back to the start, so pace yourself and pay attention to team composition between rounds.

Step 6: Survive the Festival of Consecration

This is the playtest’s gating event. Players who survive it qualify for the permanent mainnet item that carries into the live Prologue release. It’s the only confirmed milestone tied to a lasting reward, so prioritize it.

Step 7: Submit Content or Compete for the USDC Pool

The $3,333 USDC prize pool is split between in-game performance and content creation. Stream sessions, write strategy guides, or post clips and follow the submission instructions in the Asphodel Discord to be considered.

Step 8: Stay Active Through the Week

Playtests are short windows. Check Discord and the docs daily for rule clarifications, hotfix notes, and any added objectives the team rolls out mid-week.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a confirmed Asphodel airdrop for new users?

No. Asphodel has not announced a token airdrop or points system for new players. Current rewards come from the playtest USDC pool and the permanent mainnet item.

Do I need to spend real money to join the playtest?

No. The playtest runs on Sepolia testnet and you can get testnet ETH from Alchemy’s faucet. Testnet $ONYX is distributed in-game, so there is no real-asset cost to participate.

When does the Asphodel playtest end?

The playtest started on May 15, 2026, and runs for two weeks. Check the Asphodel Discord for the exact closing time and any extensions the team announces.

How is the $3,333 USDC prize pool split?

The pool is divided between players who hit in-game performance goals and creators who produce content during the playtest. Specific weightings and submission rules are in the official docs.

Will there be future Asphodel airdrops?

The team hasn’t said either way. Playtest completers and active community members tend to be on the shortlist for any incentive program a project runs later, but nothing is confirmed for Asphodel beyond the current playtest rewards.

What happens to my playtest progress after the week ends?

All Sepolia testnet progress resets. The only carryover is the permanent mainnet item granted to players who survived the Festival of Consecration; everything else is for practice and the USDC competition.

Conclusion

Asphodel’s public playtest is a two-week window to compete for $3,333 USDC and lock in a permanent mainnet item before Prologue launches on Ethereum.