Z.ink O.rigin Airdrop Kicks Off a New Era

The Z.ink network has officially entered its most important phase so far. With the launch of the O.rigin airdrop season on December 16, players and Web3 gamers now have a clear path to earning $ZINK, the native token of a brand-new Layer 1 blockchain built specifically for gaming.

Developed by ATMTA, the team behind Star Atlas, Z.ink isn’t just another blockchain. It’s a purpose-built network designed to fix some of the biggest pain points facing modern blockchain games—high fees, congestion, and poor scalability for high-frequency gameplay. Let’s break down what the O.rigin airdrop is, how it works, and why it matters for the future of onchain gaming.

What Is Z.ink and Why Web3 Gamers Should Care

Z.ink is a Solana Virtual Machine–compatible Layer 1 network created to support the entire Star Atlas ecosystem and beyond. Unlike general-purpose chains, Z.ink is optimized for player actions like crafting, racing, shooting, and trading—activities that happen constantly in games.

According to ATMTA, congestion on Solana has at times caused players to lose up to 30% of their earnings to transaction fees. Z.ink tackles this head-on by introducing its own token, $ZINK, with a fee model similar to Solana’s but at a base cost more than 99% cheaper.

At launch, Z.ink is expected to handle around 20 transactions per second, making it one of the fastest live Layer 1 networks focused entirely on gaming. Everything runs through a unified digital identity system called zProfile, which ties gameplay, rewards, and reputation together.

Understanding the O.rigin Airdrop Season

O.rigin is the second phase of Z.ink’s airdrop roadmap and the first official $ZINK token distribution campaign. The season went live on December 16 and is already underway.

One key detail: past Star Atlas activity does not count. Only actions completed during the O.rigin season will affect your airdrop allocation. This creates a level playing field and ensures rewards go to active participants engaging with the network right now.

In total, 10% of the entire $ZINK supply has been allocated to this season. The more you participate and the higher your zProfile level, the larger your share of the airdrop.

zProfile and zXP Explained Simply

At the heart of the O.rigin airdrop is the zProfile, your onchain digital identity. Every action you take on Z.ink earns you zXP, a gamified points system that tracks your activity across the ecosystem.

Your zProfile level directly determines how much $ZINK you’ll receive. On top of that, projects building on Z.ink can use this data to design their own rewards. For example, a future dApp might choose to airdrop tokens only to users with zProfile level 10 or higher.

Think of zProfile as a reputation layer for gaming-focused blockchain ecosystems, designed to reward real engagement instead of passive wallet activity.

How to Earn zXP Through Star Atlas Gameplay

Getting started is simple. First, create your zProfile at z.ink. Once that’s done, you can begin earning zXP through a variety of Star Atlas activities.

Some of the most accessible ways include:

• Playing Star Atlas Golden Era in your browser

• Playing Star Atlas via the Epic Games Store (with your Epic account connected)

• Racing and shooter matches, where XP converts automatically into zXP

• Holosim, the free-to-play version of Golden Era

• Buying items from the official Star Atlas Marketplace

• Locking ATLAS or POLIS tokens through govern.staratlas.com

Whether you’re a competitive player or just exploring casually, nearly every action feeds into your zXP progression.

Boosts, Daily Check-Ins, and Faster Progression

If you want to accelerate your progress during O.rigin, Z.ink offers several built-in boosts.

Daily check-ins are the easiest. Simply logging in every day grants bonus zXP, and those small gains add up quickly over time.

Crew rarity also plays a role. Higher-rarity crews earn more in-game XP, which translates directly into higher zXP gains. Players looking to optimize can acquire rare crews or packs from the Star Atlas Marketplace.

For maximum efficiency, there’s the Z.ink Club, available in three tiers—Alpha, Aura, and Apex. Each tier provides a flat multiplier on all zXP earned, regardless of how you play, along with extra perks like domain names and battle passes.

From A.lpha Testing to Genesis Launch

Before O.rigin, Z.ink ran a closed test phase called A.lpha, which began on October 30. Entry required an access code, and participants could level up their zProfiles early while testing the system.

Up to 20 levels of zXP from A.lpha carried over into O.rigin, giving early testers a modest head start. The real goal of A.lpha was stress-testing the zProfile and zXP mechanics ahead of the full rollout.

The final phase, Airdrop & Genesis, is scheduled for March 2026. This marks the official $ZINK token launch, the Z.ink mainnet, and the release of Sage C4, transforming Star Atlas into a full-scale 4X strategy game.

The Long-Term Role of $ZINK in the Ecosystem

$ZINK is designed to be the backbone of the network. It will be used for:

• Transaction fees

• Staking and validator rewards

• Network security

• Long-term ecosystem incentives

Half of all fees will be burned, supporting token value over time. The network launches with a 12% inflation rate, which gradually decreases over eight years to encourage early staking.

Additionally, 5% of the total supply is allocated to the Star Atlas DAO, which will operate its own validator. Rewards from that validator will help subsidize player fees across the network.

Why Z.ink Matters for Blockchain Gaming

Z.ink represents a clear shift toward purpose-built infrastructure for blockchain games. By focusing on low fees, high performance, and player-centric identity, it sets a strong foundation for scalable Web3 gaming experiences.

With O.rigin now live, this is the moment for players to get involved, build their zProfile, and secure a stake in the future of the Star Atlas ecosystem—and the broader world of blockchain gaming.