Staking $SOV doesn’t just earn you staking rewards, it also qualifies you for a bonus allocations in the Origins launchpad presales. Whether you’re using the RSK or BOB network, this guide walks you through the full process and explains what benefits you get on each chain.
$BOS Phase 2 Presale
You’ll need to have 10,000 Voting Power (VP) in staking to be eligible for a 5% bonus, up to $500 worth of $BOS.
$CASL Public Sale
You’ll need to have 10,000 Voting Power (VP) in staking to be eligible for a 5% bonus.
To reach 10,000 VP, you’ll need to stake approximately 1,000 $SOV for the maximum staking period, or around 10,000 $SOV for the minimum duration. Remember: the more $SOV you stake and the longer the lockup, the greater your voting power.
Follow the instructions carefully, and make sure to confirm you have at least 10,000 Voting Power before staking.
Staking $SOV on RSK allows you to participate in Sovryn’s revenue, as well as to get the Origins bonus. Scroll down for more details.
Step 1: Bridge BTC to RSK (For gas fees - $15 worth of RBTC should be enough)
Step 2: Buy $SOV
Step 3: Stake $SOV
Keep in mind: your voting power decreases slightly every two weeks as your stake nears its end. Check in now and then if you want to stay active in governance.
Step 1: Bridge Funds to BOB
Step 2: Buy $SOV
Step 3: Stake $SOV
Just like on RSK, voting power decreases gradually over time, but on BOB, staking is currently rewarded only with Spice Points and does not include voting rights.
If you unstake before your chosen staking period ends, a penalty of up to 30% may apply. This system encourages long-term participation and rewards committed stakers. The slashed tokens are redistributed to other SOV stakers via the fee-sharing contract.
Penalty Examples:
Staking $SOV on RSK gives you the full Sovryn governance experience, plus a share of protocol revenue.
This is the most powerful way to stake, especially if you're already active in the Sovryn ecosystem.
Staking $SOV on BOB is ideal for users who prefer the Ethereum ecosystem and want a simpler setup.
It’s a great option for users who want fast setup and fewer steps, especially if they’re new to Sovryn.
Start Staking:
https://sovryn.app/earn/staking
Need help? Our 24/7 helpdesk is here for you. Just click the chat icon in the bottom-right corner of the dApp to open a ticket, we’ll take care of the rest.
For more details, visit our Wiki:
https://wiki.sovryn.com/en/governance/staking-vesting-voting