# Unlocking Rare NFT

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Let’s delve into the various NFT collections available within the Samurai Warlords gaming ecosystem, particularly focusing on the character and weapon collections that are unlocked and minted using a combination of resources, $VALOR, ETH, and occasionally the sacrifice of other NFTs.

## Genesis Samurai

The foundation of all Samurai within the game. These NFTs represent the original warriors of the realm, each holder of those NFT is eligible for his own Samurai army in 3D all equipped with basic gear and capabilities.

Aside from $VALOR accumulation, the Genesis Samurai are able to gather resources at certain rate that can be further enhanced by crafting weapons and staking alongside the Genesis Samurai.

Each Genesis Samurai can equip up to 2 weapons.

**Unlocking Method:** Minted using ETH/HONOR serving as the entry-level NFT for new players.

***Will be released at an announced date in stages.***

<figure><img src="/files/Py8EG8zoPk7h1G7zY7qO" alt=""><figcaption><p>Genesis Samurai NFT</p></figcaption></figure>

## Generals

These are high-ranking military commanders with enhanced strategic abilities.

Generals command respect on the battlefield and provide $VALOR and gathering bonuses to users who recruit them at the rate based on the General character.

Each General can equip up to 2 weapons to further enhance its gathering abilities.

**Unlocking Method:** Requires a combination of $VALOR, ETH, specific materials, components and essences, depending on the NFT user is trying to recruit.

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## Heroes

Renowned warriors known for their heroic deeds and exceptional skills.

Each Hero NFT comes with extra gathering abilities and higher $VALOR generation.

Each Hero can equip up to 2 weapons to further enhance its gathering abilities.&#x20;

Heroes provide additional leaderboard points and future rewards for holders.

**Unlocking Method:** Unlocked using a mix of $VALOR, ETH, materials, components and essences, and sometimes the sacrifice of lower-tier Samurai NFTs to unlock, reflecting their rare status and heroic deeds.

<figure><img src="/files/YymX3fHWw2UXV1S77oHX" alt=""><figcaption><p>Heroes Collection NFT</p></figcaption></figure>

## Myth

These characters draw from the rich tapestry of Japanese mythology, featuring beings with supernatural powers and ancient wisdom along with different kind of related art.

Each Myth NFT comes with different gathering abilities and $VALOR generation.

Each Myth can equip up to 2 weapons to further enhance its gathering abilities.

Myth collection NFT's provide additional leaderboard points and future rewards for holders.

**Unlocking Method:** Minted using a significant amount of $VALOR / ETH, materials, components and essences, those can be unlocked and staked directly on the staking dashboard..

<figure><img src="/files/M4830ESOVg6rwOyTBP5B" alt=""><figcaption><p>Myth Collection NFT</p></figcaption></figure>

## Legend

Some of the most coveted NFTs, representing legendary figures or scenes in samurai lore with unparalleled powers and prestige.

Each Legend NFT comes with different gathering abilities and $VALOR generation.

Each Legend can equip up to 2 weapons to further enhance its gathering abilities.

Legends provide additional leaderboard points and future rewards for holders.

**Unlocking Method:** Requires high investment of materials, components, essences, $VALOR, ETH, and sometime the sacrifice of single or multiple low tier and high-tier NFTs depending on the Legend recruited.

<figure><img src="/files/aA87JDkrIovgeNPMgKzQ" alt=""><figcaption><p>Legends Collection NFT</p></figcaption></figure>


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