ONTON’s growth model is rooted in verified participation, gamified reputation, and Telegram-native onboarding. This section outlines how ONION and ONTON will expand their user base and contributor ecosystem post-TGE.
🧭 Strategic Phases of Growth
| Phase | Timeline | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 🪂 Genesis Season | Q2 2025 | Airdrop-driven onboarding + NFT spin |
| 🧱 Foundation Phase | Q3 2025 | Local organizers, ambassadors, DAO tools |
| 🚀 Campaign Expansion | Q4 2025 onward | Staking quests, referral trees, TON + Web3 collabs |
🎯 Growth Loops
| Loop Type | Trigger | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 🎫 Event Loop | Join event → Earn SBT | Build Points → Claim ONION |
| 🧪 Gamification | Merge NFTs, stake tokens | Boost DAO power → Get perks |
| 🧠 Reputation Loop | Host events → Build profile | Get featured → Earn airdrops |
| 🔁 Referral Loop | Invite → SBT Referral Link | Get Points → Claim reward |
🌍 Ambassador & Organizer Program
- Regional organizers selected based on past SBT activity
- Program launches post-TGE (Season 2)
- Rewarded in:
- ONION tokens
- Custom SBT roles
- Featured DAO slots
- Organizers will host:
- Launch meetups
- Telegram events
- NFT collaboration campaigns
🫂 Telegram Community Layer
| Channel | Purpose |
|---|---|
| @ontonlive | Global community & claims |
| @ontonpioneers | Genesis NFT & private sale |
| @onionpioneers | DAO education, staking, governance |
| Event-specific chats | Created dynamically via Mini App |
Community managers and verified organizers receive priority roles in staking and DAO governance.
🔄 Post-TGE Momentum Drivers
- 🗳 First DAO vote (June 2025)
- 🎯 Airdrop campaign (July–Aug)
- 🧠 Growth grant round (Q3)
- 🤝 Ecosystem quests with TON-native and cross-chain partners (Q3–Q4)