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Complete User Guide 📖

Everything you need to know about Kunim - from wallet setup to claiming victory.

1. Getting Started

Step 1: Install Phantom Wallet

You need a Solana wallet to play. We recommend Phantom (primary support).

Desktop (Chrome, Firefox, Brave, Edge):

  1. Visit phantom.app
  2. Click "Download" and select your browser
  3. Install the browser extension
  4. Click "Create New Wallet"
  5. Create a strong password
  6. CRITICAL: Write down your 12-word Secret Recovery Phrase on paper
  7. Never share this phrase or store it digitally!

Mobile (iOS/Android):

  1. Download "Phantom - Crypto Wallet" from App Store or Google Play
  2. Open app and tap "Create a new wallet"
  3. Follow the same steps as desktop above

Step 2: Get SOL

You need SOL (Solana's cryptocurrency) for entry fees (minimum 0.1 SOL) and transaction fees (~0.001 SOL).

Option A: Buy Directly in Phantom (Easiest)

  1. Open Phantom and click "Buy"
  2. Select "SOL"
  3. Choose a provider (MoonPay, Coinbase Pay, or Ramp)
  4. Enter amount (minimum $10-50)
  5. Complete identity verification and payment
  6. SOL appears in 5-30 minutes

Fees: 3-5% for card purchases

Option B: Buy on Exchange & Transfer (Lower Fees)

  1. Create account on Coinbase, Binance, or Kraken
  2. Complete identity verification (KYC)
  3. Buy SOL with bank transfer or card
  4. In Phantom, click "Receive" and copy your wallet address
  5. On exchange, withdraw SOL to your Phantom address
  6. Important: Select "Solana" network (not SPL Token)
  7. Wait 1-5 minutes for confirmation

How much SOL do you need?

  • • Minimum to start: ~0.12 SOL ($20-30)
  • • Recommended: 0.5-1 SOL to play multiple games

Step 3: Connect Your Wallet

  1. Click "Select Wallet" button in the top-right corner
  2. Select "Phantom" from the options
  3. Approve the connection request in Phantom popup
  4. You'll see your wallet address and SOL balance displayed

2. How to Play

ACreating a Game

  1. Click the "Create Game" button on homepage
  2. Configure settings:
    • Entry Fee: Minimum 0.1 SOL (your choice)
    • Max Players: 2-20 players (recommended: 4-6)
    • Privacy: Public (anyone can join) or Private (friends only)
  3. Approve the creation transaction in Phantom (~0.00005 SOL fee)
  4. You'll be redirected to the lobby - click "Join Game" to enter
  5. Share the lobby link with friends (for private games)
  6. Wait for players to join
  7. Start manually (min 2 players) or auto-start when lobby fills

BJoining a Game

  1. Browse the "Live Games" section on homepage
  2. Check entry fee, player count, and max players
  3. Click "Join Game" on a game card
  4. Review details in the lobby
  5. Click "Join Game" button and approve the entry fee transaction
  6. Wait in lobby for game to start

Can leave before start: Get 98% refund (2% exit fee). Cannot leave once game starts!

CPlaying Your Turn

When it's your turn:

  1. You'll receive a browser notification: "It's your turn!"
  2. Sound alert plays (if enabled)
  3. Turn timer starts: 180 seconds (3 minutes)
  4. Click the "PULL TRIGGER" button (or press SPACEBAR)
  5. Approve the transaction in Phantom (~0.00005 SOL)
  6. Watch the revolver spin...

✓ CLICK (Survived!)

  • • Empty chamber
  • • You survive this round
  • • Chamber advances
  • • Next player's turn

✗ BANG (Eliminated!)

  • • Loaded chamber
  • • You're eliminated
  • • Chamber advances
  • • Can spectate remaining game

⏱️ Turn Timeout

If you don't shoot within 180 seconds, any player can trigger "Force Shoot" to automatically execute your turn. Stay alert!

3. Game Rules & Mechanics

The Revolver

  • 6 Chambers: 1 bullet, 5 empty chambers (positions 0-5)
  • Random Bullet Position: Determined when game starts using ORAO VRF (provably fair, on-chain randomness)
  • Chamber Advances: After each shot, chamber moves to next position (0→1→2→3→4→5→0)
  • Unknown Position: Nobody knows where the bullet is - not players, not developers!

Turn Order & Timing

  • Turn Order: Players shoot in the order they joined (round-robin)
  • Skip Eliminated: Dead players are skipped in future rounds
  • Turn Timer: 180 seconds (3 minutes) per turn
  • Auto-Start: Lobby auto-starts when full or after 5 minutes (min 2 players)

Probabilities

With 6 chambers and 1 bullet, each turn has different odds:

Turn 1
16.7%
1/6 chance
Turn 2
20%
1/5 chance
Turn 3
25%
1/4 chance
Turn 4
33.3%
1/3 chance
Turn 5
50%
1/2 chance
Turn 6
100%
Certain

Note: Game ends when someone is eliminated, so actual probabilities vary based on when the bullet is encountered.

4. Winning & Claiming Rewards

Victory Conditions

You win when you're the last player alive! All others must be eliminated.

🏆 Winner Celebration

  • • Confetti animation fills the screen
  • • Victory music plays
  • • Winner modal shows your winnings

Prize Breakdown

Total Pot = Entry Fee × Number of Players

Winner Receives

95%

of total pot

Platform Fee

5%

for development & maintenance

Examples:

0.1 SOL × 6 players = 0.6 SOL pot→ Winner: 0.57 SOL
1 SOL × 10 players = 10 SOL pot→ Winner: 9.5 SOL
0.5 SOL × 4 players = 2 SOL pot→ Winner: 1.9 SOL

How to Claim

⚠️ You MUST manually claim - winnings are not automatic!

  1. Click the "Claim Winnings" button in the winner modal
  2. Approve the transaction in Phantom (~0.00005 SOL fee)
  3. Wait 2-5 seconds for blockchain confirmation
  4. Check your Phantom balance - it should increase by your winnings!

💡 Your winnings remain in the game vault indefinitely - you can claim anytime, no time limit!

5. Fees & Costs

Entry Fee

Set by game creator (min 0.1 SOL)

Goes into prize pool

Transaction Fees (Gas)

~0.00005 SOL per action

Paid to Solana network (very cheap!)

Platform Fee

5% of total pot

Only paid by winner

Exit Fee (Lobby Only)

2% of entry fee

If you leave before game starts

6. Security & Fairness

Provably Fair Randomness

Kunim uses ORAO VRF (Verifiable Random Function) for on-chain randomness:

  • Cryptographically secure and verifiable
  • Cannot be manipulated by players, developers, or validators
  • Bullet position determined on-chain when game starts
  • Anyone can verify randomness on Solana blockchain

Smart Contract Security

  • Entry fees locked in Program-Derived Address (PDA) escrow
  • Immutable contract (cannot be changed after deployment)
  • No admin keys or backdoors
  • Open-source and verifiable on-chain
  • All game logic executes on Solana blockchain

🔒 Security Best Practices

  • • Never share your Secret Recovery Phrase
  • • Only use official Phantom and Kunim websites
  • • Verify URLs before connecting wallet
  • • Keep recovery phrase offline (written on paper)

7. Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'Kunim' mean?

Kunim (pronounced koo-NEEM) means 'to win' or 'victory' in Twi, an Akan language spoken in Ghana. We chose this name to celebrate the ultimate goal - victory!

Is the game fair?

Yes! Kunim uses ORAO VRF for provably fair, on-chain randomness. The bullet position cannot be manipulated by anyone - not players, not developers, not validators. All game logic executes on the Solana blockchain and is verifiable.

Can I play on mobile?

Yes! Download the Phantom mobile app and use its in-app browser to visit Kunim, or connect Phantom when using your mobile browser.

What happens if I disconnect during a game?

Your position is saved on the blockchain. Simply refresh and reconnect your wallet. However, the turn timer keeps running! If it's your turn when you disconnect, you may be timed out. Reconnect quickly!

Can I get a refund?

Before game starts (in lobby): Yes, 98% refund with 2% exit fee. After game starts: No refunds - entry fees are locked in the vault. If game is cancelled (lobby timeout with <2 players): Full 100% refund.

How long does a game take?

Varies based on number of players and when the bullet is encountered. Average: 5-15 minutes for 4-6 players. Each turn has a 180-second (3 minute) timeout.

Can I see the bullet position?

No. The bullet position is determined randomly on-chain when the game starts and is hidden from everyone (including developers). It's only revealed through gameplay when someone is eliminated. This ensures fair gameplay.

What if the website goes down?

Your funds are safe! Entry fees are locked in the smart contract on the Solana blockchain. Even if the website disappears, your SOL remains in your Phantom wallet, game funds stay in the contract vault, and you can interact with the contract directly using Solana tools.

Can developers steal my funds?

No. The smart contract is immutable (cannot be changed), trustless (no admin keys), and audited. Funds can only be released to: Winner (95%), Platform fee wallet (5%), or Players leaving lobby (98% refund).

Why is there a 5% platform fee?

The platform fee covers smart contract development and audits, frontend development and hosting, ORAO VRF randomness service costs, server infrastructure, support and maintenance, and future feature development.

Can I play with friends only?

Yes! Create a Private Game and share the lobby link with your friends. Only people with the link can join.

What happens if I forget my Phantom password?

You can recover your wallet using your Secret Recovery Phrase (12 or 24 words). If you lost your recovery phrase, your funds are permanently inaccessible. This is why securing your recovery phrase is critical!

8. Troubleshooting

Wallet Won't Connect
  1. Refresh the page
  2. Ensure Phantom extension is installed and enabled
  3. Unlock Phantom (enter password)
  4. Disable other wallet extensions (they may conflict)
  5. Try a different browser or clear cache
Transaction Failed Error

Common causes:

  • Insufficient Funds: Need entry fee + ~0.001 SOL for gas fees
  • Network Congestion: Wait 10-30 seconds and try again
  • Simulation Failed: Game state changed (refresh page)
  • Timeout: Try again with higher priority fee
Game Not Loading / Stuck
  1. Check your internet connection
  2. Refresh the page
  3. Clear browser cache (Settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data)
  4. Check Solana network status: status.solana.com
  5. Try a different browser
  6. Disable browser extensions (especially ad blockers)
Shoot Button Won't Work
  • • Check if Phantom popup appeared (may be hidden)
  • • Ensure wallet is unlocked
  • • Verify you have enough SOL for transaction fees (~0.001 SOL)
  • • Refresh the page and try again
SOL Balance Not Updating
  • • Wait 30 seconds and refresh
  • • Check transaction status on the exchange
  • • Verify you selected "Solana" network (not SPL Token)
  • • Check Solana Explorer: explorer.solana.com

💡 Tips for Success

Strategic Tips

  • • Start with small entry fees while learning
  • • Pay attention to probabilities (16.7% → 100%)
  • • Enable sound and notifications
  • • Stay focused during your turn
  • • Keep stable internet connection

Money Management

  • • Set a budget and stick to it
  • • Never wager more than you can afford to lose
  • • Take breaks between games
  • • Track your wins and losses
  • • Play responsibly - this is gambling!
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Kunim - Victory awaits. 🏆