1. Welcome to HackTheChain

• Manage virtual computers on the blockchain
• Attack other players to steal their KLV
• Defend yourself with hardware upgrades and security software
• Earn passive generation from your hardware

2. Deposit KLV

• Click the "Deposit" button
• Enter amount (recommended: start with 200+ KLV for computer + first upgrades)
• Confirm transaction in your K5 Wallet or Klever Extension

3. Set Your Name (Optional & Free)

• Click "Set Name" button
• Enter your player name
• Other players will see this name

4. Buy Your First Computer

• Click "Buy Computer" button
• Enter a name for your computer
• Confirm transaction
• A basic computer costs 100 KLV

5. Hardware Upgrades

• Go to "Your Computers" tab
• Click on your computer card
• View computer details below
• Click "Upgrade" button next to any hardware component
• Each component can be upgraded to Level 10

6. Download Software

• Go to "Your Computers" tab
• Click on your computer
• In the computer details below, scroll to the software sections
• Click "Download" on software you want
• Wait for download to complete (time depends on CPU/Network)

7. Install Software

• After download completes, click "Install"
• Wait for installation (time depends on hardware)

8. Collect Income

• Your hardware automatically generates KLV
• Click "Collect Income" button regularly
• Income rate depends on your hardware levels

How Attacks Work

• Success Condition: Your Attack Score must be higher than target's Defense Score
• Attack Score: (Hardware levels × 10) + Defense Software levels + Cluster Bonus
• Defense Score: Same calculation as Attack Score
• Cooldown: 3600 seconds ÷ (Network Level + 1) between attacks per computer
• Requirements: Need Level 3+ of specific software to use each weapon

Weapon Types & Requirements

How to Attack

• Go to "Attack Center" tab
• Enter target IP address
• Select attacking computer
• Choose weapon type
• For Downgrader: Also select which software to target
• Click "Attack" and confirm transaction
• Wait for attack cooldown to complete
• For Rootkit: After cooldown, click "Claim" and choose action

Attack Restrictions

• Cannot attack players with active protection
• Cannot attack members of your own cluster
• Cannot attack if target computer is disabled
• Cannot attack if your computer is busy (downloading/installing)
• Cannot attack if computer is listed on marketplace

What are Bounties?

• Place a reward on another player's computer
• Any player who successfully attacks the target claims the bounty
• Great for revenge or removing threats without attacking yourself
• Bounties are visible to all players (target IP only, not who placed it)

Placing a Bounty

• Go to "Attack Center" tab
• Select a target from the dropdown
• Click "Place Bounty" button
• Enter bounty amount (minimum: 1,000 KLV)
• Set duration (1-168 hours)
• Confirm transaction

Claiming Bounties

• View active bounties in the "Attack Center" tab
• Bounties targeting your computers show "TARGETING YOU!" warning
• Successfully attack a bounty target to claim the reward
• Bounty is automatically added to your balance on successful attack
• You'll see a toast notification when you claim a bounty

Canceling Bounties

• Only the bounty placer can cancel their own bounty
• Click "Cancel" button next to your bounty
• Bounty amount is refunded to your balance
• Cannot cancel bounties on your own computers

Bounty Strategy

• Revenge: Place bounty on players who attacked you
• Deterrence: Large bounties attract many attackers
• Profit: Claim bounties on weak targets for easy KLV
• Defense: If you see a bounty on your computer, upgrade defenses!

Defense Software

Defense Strategy Summary

Protection Period

• New Players: 48 hours protection when you buy first computer
• After Attacking: Protection extends until attack cooldown ends
• Cluster Members: No automatic time-based protection
• While Protected: Cannot be attacked by any player

What are Clusters?

• Groups of players who collaborate for mutual protection
• Provides Defense Score bonus to all members
• Members cannot attack each other
• Owner can customize name, description, links, daily fee

Creating a Cluster

• Go to "Clusters" tab
• Click "Create Cluster"
• Enter cluster name (required)
• Set daily fee for members (optional, default: 100 KLV)
• Add description and social links (optional)
• Creation Cost: 50 KLV
• You automatically become the owner and first member

Joining a Cluster

• Go to "Clusters" tab
• Browse available clusters
• Check daily fee and protection level
• Click "Join" on desired cluster
• Must have enough KLV to pay daily fee

Protection Levels

• Note: Only cluster owner can upgrade protection level
• Protection bonus applies to ALL members
• Higher levels make cluster more attractive to join

Cluster Management (Owner Only)

• Change Cluster Settings: Modify name, fee, links, description
• Upgrade Protection: Increase defense bonus for all members
• Kick Members: Remove specific members from cluster
• Claim Fees: Collect accumulated daily fees from members
• Delete Cluster: Permanently removes cluster, all members leave

Leaving a Cluster

• Go to "Clusters" tab
• Click "Leave Cluster"
• Confirm transaction
• Note: Cluster owner cannot leave (must delete or transfer ownership)
• Lose protection bonus immediately

Listing Your Computer

• Go to "Your Computers" tab
• Click on computer you want to sell
• Click "List on Marketplace" button
• System shows estimated value based on hardware & software
• Enter your listing price in KLV
• Listing Fee: 5 KLV
• Confirm transaction

Buying from Marketplace

• Go to "Marketplace" tab
• Browse available computers
• Check hardware & software levels
• Compare price vs estimated value
• Green indicator = Below market value (good deal)
• Red indicator = Above market value
• Transaction Fee: 2% of listing price
• Click "Buy" and confirm

Canceling Listing

• Go to "Your Computers" tab
• Find listed computer
• Click "Cancel Listing"
• Confirm transaction
• Note: Listing fee is NOT refunded
• Computer becomes available for attacks/upgrades again

Marketplace Strategy

• Selling: Price slightly below estimated value for quick sale
• Buying: Look for deals 10%+ below estimated value
• Caution: Computers with low defense software = easy attack target
• Tip: High hardware + high attack software = premium price
• Best Deals: Sort by "% below value" indicator

What is the Bank?

• Secure storage for your KLV
• Protected from RAID attacks
• Separate from your active balance
• Withdraw anytime back to your active balance

Depositing to Bank

• Go to "Bank" tab
• Click "Deposit" button
• Enter amount in KLV
• Confirm transaction
• KLV moves from active balance to bank

Withdrawing from Bank

• Go to "Bank" tab
• Click "Withdraw" button
• Enter amount in KLV
• Confirm transaction
• KLV moves back to your active balance

What is the Referral System?

• Invite friends to play HackTheChain
• Earn bonus KLV when they register
• Your referral code is unique to your account
• Track your referrals in the Dashboard

Generating Your Referral Code

• Go to the Dashboard tab
• Find the "Referral Code" section
• Click "Generate Code" if you don't have one yet
• Your unique code will be displayed
• Click "Copy" to share with friends

Using a Referral Code

• New players can enter a referral code when registering
• The code must be entered before buying the first computer
• Both referrer and new player receive bonus KLV

Referral Rewards

• Referrer (you): Receive bonus when your referral registers
• New Player: Gets a welcome bonus
• Rewards are automatically added to your balance

Score Calculation Deep Dive

Optimal Build Paths

Target Selection

• Use Spy First: Scout before committing to expensive attacks
• Check Logs Tab: Find players who recently attacked you
• Look for: High coins, low defense software
• Avoid: Empty balance, maxed defense, Level 3 clusters
• Retaliation: Net Analyzer Level 5+ reveals attacker IPs

Economic Optimization

• Income: Scales with hardware levels
• ROI Priority: Network > CPU > Others (for attackers)
• Defense ROI: Firewall first (blocks 3 weapons)
• Software Levels: Level 3 unlocks weapons, Level 5+ for serious play
• Marketplace: Buy below value, upgrade, resell for profit

Rootkit Strategy

• High Risk: 5000 KLV deposit lost on failure
• High Reward: Destroy enemy or steal entire computer
• When to Use: Against high-value targets with low Encryption
• Takeover Value: You gain entire computer with all upgrades
• Destroy Use Case: Eliminate persistent threats
• Counter: Encryption is your only defense

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• ❌ Upgrading attack software without defense (easy target)
• ❌ Keeping all KLV active (vulnerable to RAID)
• ❌ Attacking without checking target's cluster
• ❌ Ignoring passive generation collection
• ❌ Listing computer during upgrade phase
• ❌ Not using Backup after Downgrader attack
• ❌ Using Rootkit without proper scouting

Pro Tips

• 💡 Attack during off-hours when fewer players are active
• 💡 Join clusters with active, helpful members
• 💡 Save chat logs to track profitable targets
• 💡 Upgrade in batches during protection period
• 💡 Use multiple computers for parallel attacks
• 💡 Monitor marketplace for undervalued computers
• 💡 Level defense before attacking to avoid retaliation