> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.monstacorp.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.monstacorp.com/based-monsta/faq.md).

# FAQ

Got questions? We’ve got answers. Whether you’re new to Based Monsta or just looking to brush up, this FAQ is your go-to guide for everything degen.

## General Questions

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: What is Based Monsta?</mark>\
A: Based Monsta is a memecoin powerhouse built on Base Chain. It combines deflationary tokenomics, vault rewards, and gamified engagement to create a dynamic and rewarding ecosystem.

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: Why Base Chain?</mark>\
A: Base Chain delivers low fees, lightning-fast transactions, and seamless EVM compatibility—perfect for degens who want maximum gains with minimal friction.

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: What’s with the 12-month cycle?</mark>\
A: Every year, Based Monsta runs a new **vault cycle**. At the end of each 12-month cycle:

* We take a **snapshot** of holder balances
* Holders who **burn the exact snapshot amount** during the claim window can claim their share of that cycle’s vault
* Any **unclaimed** portion of the vault rolls forward into the **next cycle’s vault**

The token itself ($MONSTA) does **not** reset or get replaced with a new token each cycle—only the vault accounting and claim window reset.

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## [Tokenomics](/based-monsta/tokenomics.md)

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: How many $MONSTA tokens are there?</mark>\
A: The total supply is fixed at **10,000,000,000 $MONSTA**.

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: What are the transaction taxes?</mark>\
A: Taxes are set at 3% for buys and 3% for sells:

* **Buy Tax (3%)**: All goes to the vault to stack rewards.
* **Sell Tax (3%)**: 2% to the vault and 1% burned for deflation.

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: What happens if I don’t burn my tokens during the burn-to-claim event?</mark>\
A: You have a choice every cycle:

* **Burn your tokens** during the claim window to take your share of that cycle’s vault (and for Cycle 1 only, the C2 airdrop), **or**
* **Keep your tokens** and skip the claim.

To claim, you must burn the **exact amount recorded for you at the snapshot**. If you **don’t** complete that full burn before the claim window closes:

* You **forfeit your vault share claim** for that cycle
* Your **entire share** of that cycle’s vault is treated as unclaimed and rolls into the **next cycle’s vault** for remaining holders
* You can continue to **hold or trade your $MONSTA**—there is no trading cutoff

If you hold your tokens, they can still be used in **future cycle snapshots and claims**.

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: Is there an airdrop?</mark>\
A: Yes, but **only once**:

* Between **Cycle 1 and Cycle 2**, there is a **one-time $MONSTA airdrop** for Cycle 1 burn participants, funded from a dedicated C2 airdrop pool of 1 Billion tokens (1,000,000,000).
* Your share of this pool is **proportional to how many tokens you burn** compared to the total burned in the C1 burn window.

There are **no additional MONSTA airdrops** promised for later cycles—after Cycle 2, it’s all about the vault, rollover, and yield.

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## [Vaults](/based-monsta/rewards/vault-system.md)

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: What’s the difference between the Primary Vault and Bonus Vault?</mark>\
A:

* The **Primary Vault** exists **every cycle** and rewards holders based on the amount of $MONSTA they hold at snapshot and then fully burn during the claim window.
* The **Bonus Vault** is a **Cycle 1-only** pool reserved for those who collect all 12 Vault Key NFTs during Cycle 1.

After Cycle 1:

* There is **no new Bonus Vault** in future cycles
* Any **unallocated** C1 Bonus Vault value (from Keys that never formed full sets) rolls into the **Cycle 2 Primary Vault**

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: How do I claim rewards from the vaults?</mark>\
A:

**Primary Vault (every cycle):**\
At the end of each cycle, you can burn your $MONSTA **only if you burn the full amount recorded for you at snapshot** through the dApp.

* If the snapshot shows you with 5,000,000 MONSTA, you must burn **all 5,000,000** to receive your share of that cycle’s Primary Vault.
* If you burn **less** than your snapshot amount, you **do not qualify** for that cycle’s vault claim, and your entire share of that cycle’s vault is treated as unclaimed and rolls into the next cycle’s vault.

**Bonus Vault (Cycle 1 only):**\
For Cycle 1, if you hold a complete set of all 12 Vault Key NFTs at the snapshot, you don’t need to do anything—your share of the C1 Bonus Vault will be **airdropped automatically** to the wallet that held the full set(s) at snapshot time. All rewards will be distributed within 7 days of the snapshot.

There is **no Bonus Vault** in Cycle 2 and beyond.

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## [Keys to the Vault](/based-monsta/rewards/keys-to-the-vault-cycle-1-only-bonus-game.md)

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: What are Vault Key NFTs?</mark>\
A: Vault Keys are a set of 12 NFTs that were available to mint during **Cycle 1**. Collecting all 12 in a single wallet by the Cycle 1 snapshot makes you eligible for a share of the **Cycle 1 Bonus Vault**, which is distributed via airdrop.

After Cycle 1:

* No new Keys will be minted
* Keys have **no further reward utility**
* They remain as collectibles and proof you were part of the original game

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: What if I miss a Vault Key?</mark>\
A: For Cycle 1, your only option is to hunt the missing Keys on [**official secondary marketplaces**](https://opensea.io/collection/keys-to-the-vault) and complete your set before the Cycle 1 snapshot. After the snapshot, your Key holdings no longer affect vault rewards (but still flex your OG status).

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: What happens to the fees from Vault Key mints?</mark>\
A: Mint fees were fed back into the ecosystem to reward holders and support the project. Across Cycle 1, fees were used for things like:

* Funding the **Cycle 1 Bonus Vault**
* Occasional **random minter rewards**
* **Buybacks and/or burns** of $MONSTA
* **Treasury / operations** costs (infra, tools, etc.)

The exact split could vary by drop, but every mint helps pump the ecosystem. [Read more about the Keys to the Vault bonus game.](/based-monsta/rewards/keys-to-the-vault-cycle-1-only-bonus-game.md)

<mark style="background-color:green;">Q: How do Keys actually pay out rewards?</mark>\
A: At the **Cycle 1 snapshot**, we record which wallets hold complete Key sets (all 12 Keys). After that:

* We calculate how many **full sets** each wallet holds
* Split the C1 Bonus Vault **equally across all full sets**
* Airdrop each wallet its share directly

You don’t have to connect a wallet or press any button. If your wallet held at least one full set at snapshot, you’ll get the airdrop when distribution happens.

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### Still have questions?&#x20;

Keep an eye on our **official announcement channels and socials (X/Twitter, etc.)** for updates, or reach out through our listed [community channels](/based-monsta/resources.md#community). Let’s get Based. 🧪🧬