Tranchess for Beginners: Your First Steps
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A beginner-friendly walkthrough of Tranchess: wallets, choosing a fund, picking a tranche and claiming rewards.
Before you start
You need a Web3 wallet such as MetaMask on a supported network and some of the underlying asset for gas and deposits. Learn the basics first on What is Tranchess.
Pick your piece
Want simple exposure? Hold QUEEN. Want steadier yield? Consider BISHOP. Want leverage? ROOK. The differences are covered in the tranche guide.
Claim and compound
Rewards accrue in CHESS. You can claim them, sell them or lock them for veCHESS to boost future rewards.
Independent educational resource, not affiliated with Tranchess. Nothing here is financial advice. Crypto assets are volatile — do your own research.
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What Is Tranchess? A Complete Overview of the Protocol
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QUEEN vs BISHOP vs ROOK: Which Tranche Fits You?
Side-by-side comparison of Tranchess tranches by risk, return, volatility and ideal user profile.
How to Buy CHESS Token: A Practical Guide
Where and how to buy the CHESS token safely, plus what to do after buying.