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Content may be updated to reflect the latest features and design changes.
Not Just an NFT. A Living On-Chain Entity.
Gotchipus is an AI-native dynamic NFT (dNFT) companion built on Pharos Network. Each Gotchipus is a sentient octopus guardian awakened from the deep sea — with its own wallet, its own soul, and the ability to think and act autonomously on-chain. Unlike traditional NFTs that sit idle in your wallet, a Gotchipus:- Has a soul — Backed by staked collateral that fuels its life force
- Has a body — Visual traits and rarity determined at summoning, customizable through wearables
- Has a mind — An AI engine powers natural conversation and decision-making
- Has hands — Through its Token-Bound Account (ERC-6551), it can hold assets and execute transactions
- Has instincts — Programmable Hooks let it react to on-chain events autonomously
Three Factions, Nine Elements, Infinite Paths
Every Gotchipus belongs to one of three factions, each with a distinct philosophy and three elemental attributes:| Faction | Philosophy | Elements |
|---|---|---|
| Combat | Strike fast, dominate the battlefield | Flame, Storm, Shadow |
| Defense | Endure, protect, outlast every storm | Ice, Earth, Light |
| Technology | Innovation is power, efficiency is victory | Lightning, Water, Void |
The Core Loop
- Mint a Pharos NFT — your Gotchipus’s dormant vessel
- Summon by staking collateral — awaken it with a soul, a name, and a unique identity
- Care for it daily — pet, feed, and maintain its health, energy, morale, and focus
- Equip wearables — boost stats with gear that matches your faction for bonus multipliers
- Automate with Hooks — attach smart contract modules that let your Gotchipus act on its own
- Evolve — as the ecosystem grows, so does your Gotchipus’s autonomy and capabilities
What Makes Gotchipus Different?
| Feature | Traditional NFT Pets | Gotchipus |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership | You hold a token | Your Gotchipus holds its own wallet (ERC-6551) |
| Intelligence | Static metadata | AI-powered conversation and decision-making |
| Behavior | Manual interactions only | Programmable Hooks for autonomous on-chain actions |
| Value | Speculative floor price | Soul backed by staked collateral with real economic value |
| Extensibility | Closed system | Open Hook marketplace — anyone can build behavior modules |
| Security | All-or-nothing access | Session-based delegation with granular spending limits |
Genesis Collection
- Total Supply: 20,000 Gotchipus
- Mint Price: 0.04 PROS
- Network: Pharos Network
- Standard: ERC-721 + ERC-6551 (Token-Bound Accounts)
Ready to Dive In?
The Story
Discover the world of Pharos and the Abyss
Quick Start
Get your first Gotchipus in 5 minutes
Soul System
Understand what gives your Gotchipus life
AI & Autonomy
Learn how your Gotchipus thinks and acts