Your First Steps
Ready to begin your journey with The Obelisk platform? Follow this walkthrough to get started.
Step 1: Connect Your Wallet
The Obelisk platform runs on Base blockchain. To interact with The Overseer, you'll need to connect a compatible wallet:
- Open The Obelisk application in your browser
- Click the "Connect Wallet" button
- Select your preferred wallet provider (MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, etc.)
- Approve the connection request
- Make sure you're connected to Base network
Step 2: Understand the Current Stage
The Overseer operates in stages. Check the current stage to understand what's available:
- Stage 1: NFT Minting - Mint your first NFT
- Stage 2: Launch - The Overseer becomes active
- Stage 3: Terminal - Full interaction capabilities
Step 3: Mint Your NFT (If Available)
If you're in Stage 1, you can mint an NFT:
- Navigate to the Minting section
- Review the current minting stage and requirements
- Check the minting cost (in tokens or ETH)
- Click "Mint NFT" and approve the transaction
- Wait for blockchain confirmation
- Your NFT will appear in your collection
Step 4: Explore Your NFT
Once you have an NFT, explore its features:
- View your NFT in the gallery
- Check its current state and properties
- See its 3D representation
- Understand its connection to The Overseer
Step 5: Interact with The Overseer
When The Overseer is active (Stage 2+), you can interact with it:
- Navigate to the command interface
- Submit queries or commands
- View The Overseer's responses
- Observe how quantum randomness influences responses
- Track your contribution to evolution requirements
Step 6: Understand Evolution
As you interact with The Overseer, learn about evolution:
- Check the current evolution status
- See what's required for the next epoch
- Understand how your interactions contribute
- Watch for evolution triggers
Tips for Success
- Keep some Base ETH for transaction fees
- Be patient—blockchain transactions take time
- Explore different types of interactions
- Read the guides for detailed information
- Join the community to learn from others
Next Steps
- Minting Guide - Detailed minting instructions
- Understanding Evolution - Learn about the evolution system
- Interacting with The Overseer - Master the command interface
- The Ecosystem - Deep dive into all components