> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.solaverse.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# PODs

> Reward containers in the Solaverse ecosystem

## What are PODs?

**PODs** are reward containers in the Solaverse ecosystem. Similar to treasure chests or loot boxes, PODs contain valuable rewards that you can claim on the Minotaur IV platform.

<Card title="Open for Rewards" icon="box-open" color="#FF5F2C">
  Each POD contains randomized valuable items from the Solaverse ecosystem
</Card>

## POD Rewards

When you open a POD, you can receive:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="$SOLA Tokens" icon="coins">
    Native Solaverse tokens for staking, trading, or in-game use
  </Card>

  <Card title="XP Points" icon="ranking-star">
    Experience points to level up and unlock land type access
  </Card>

  <Card title="Land Units" icon="map">
    Territory units for claiming land in the metaverse
  </Card>

  <Card title="NFT Skins" icon="shirt">
    Unique avatar skins and cosmetics as NFTs
  </Card>

  <Card title="Items" icon="gem">
    In-game items, equipment, and collectibles
  </Card>

  <Card title="Special Rewards" icon="star">
    Rare drops and exclusive items
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## POD Rarity

PODs come in different rarities, affecting the quality and quantity of rewards:

| Rarity        | Drop Quality       | Chance of Rare Items |
| ------------- | ------------------ | -------------------- |
| **Common**    | Standard rewards   | Low                  |
| **Uncommon**  | Better rewards     | Medium               |
| **Rare**      | High-value rewards | High                 |
| **Epic**      | Premium rewards    | Very High            |
| **Legendary** | Best rewards       | Guaranteed rare+     |

## How to Get PODs

### Presale Rewards

PODs are awarded based on your presale tier:

| Tier      | Investment | PODs Received |
| --------- | ---------- | ------------- |
| Pioneer   | \$500+     | 1 POD         |
| Explorer  | \$1,500+   | 3 PODs        |
| Sovereign | \$2,500+   | 5 PODs        |
| Archon    | \$5,000+   | 10 PODs       |
| Genesis   | \$50,000+  | 20 PODs       |

### Other Ways to Earn

* **Achievements** — Complete milestones to earn PODs
* **Events** — Special events and promotions
* **Gameplay** — Earn through metaverse activities (post-launch)
* **Marketplace** — Trade with other players

## Opening PODs

<Steps>
  <Step title="Access Minotaur IV">
    Go to [minotaur-iv.solaverse.ai](https://minotaur-iv.solaverse.ai)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect Wallet">
    Connect your wallet to view your PODs
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open POD">
    Select a POD and open it to reveal your rewards
  </Step>

  <Step title="Claim Rewards">
    Rewards are added to your account automatically
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Reward Distribution

<Info>
  All rewards from PODs are recorded on your Minotaur IV dashboard and will be available in the full Solaverse metaverse at launch.
</Info>

| Reward Type | Where It Goes                  |
| ----------- | ------------------------------ |
| \$SOLA      | Your wallet (claimable at TGE) |
| XP Points   | Added to your level progress   |
| Land Units  | Your land holdings             |
| NFT Skins   | Your avatar inventory          |
| Items       | Your metaverse inventory       |

<Card title="View Your PODs" icon="box" href="https://minotaur-iv.solaverse.ai" horizontal>
  Check your available PODs on Minotaur IV
</Card>