# Section A: Node Operators (Solo Staking) Explore the process of individual node operators participating in the staking mechanism to secure and validate the L1X blockchain network. ## The Importance of Node Operators and Stakers In the L1X blockchain network, validators are the backbone of the system, responsible for maintaining its integrity and security. The role of nodes in securing and validating the L1X blockchain is of utmost importance, making it essential for both node operators and users staking into the delegated liquidity pool to understand their functionalities and significance. In this guide, we'll delve into the inner workings of nodes, the requirements for running them, and the distribution of rewards. By staking a certain amount of L1X coins, validators gain the opportunity to validate transactions and participate in the consensus process. The pseudo-random algorithm guarantees a fair distribution of block proposers, providing every validator node with equal opportunities to contribute to block creation. ## What is a Validator Node? Validators or Full Validator Nodes (FVN) are the nodes that participate in maintaining, updating and providing proof of the Global state and storage while participating in the block production through the journey of the Consensus Mechanism. Event Listener Nodes (ELN) are responsible to validate the incoming events from the connected chains and present the events to the Full Validator Nodes. They participate in ensuring that the events and the information are valid, authenticated and add event transaction hashes and identifiers. ELN authenticate and validate incoming events from various chains into the L1X ecosystem by running events tests that not only validates the delivery of it but also the context validation. ## What are the types of Nodes that L1X Protocol has? L1X Protocol has a total of three types of nodes. * Event Listening Node (ELN) * Transaction Execution Node also known as Full Validator Nodes (FVN) * Signing and Broadcasting Node (SBN) ⇒ Event Listener Nodes and Full Validator Nodes are responsible to participate in the Consensus Mechanism. ⇒ Signing and Broadcasting Nodes can be hosted by the participating applications to ensure deposits and destination payload signing and broadcasting. This modular architecture provides a secure, scalable and robust architecture to build applications rapidly that scale. ## What is the minimum amount of deposit to host Full Validator Node? 50,000 L1X Coins. ## What is the minimum amount of deposit to host Event Listener Nodes? 10,000 L1X Coins. ## How do I unlock Rewards? Rewards are earned by mainly two groups of Stakers at the protocol level. First are the FVN or ELN that host their own hardware. The second group of stakers is who delegate their staking to the liquidity pool and which is represented by the stakers who host their own hardware. The delegated liquidity pool is a part of the protocol and this allows decentralized staking and reward distribution. The rewards will be automatically accrued to the accounts/addresses list (register) stakes at the protocol level. It will be cumulatively processed and if you need to withdraw/claim it; you will have to remove the staked rewards and the same unbonding period and conditions will apply. ## Can I choose which L1X Node I want to be a part of? Yes. You can choose if you want to be a part of the Event Listener Node or Full Validator Node. Although, you cannot choose what part of the Cluster (Event and Data Sharded Profile) you can be a part of. *For more information on Clusters refer to the* [*Node Architecture*](/section-e-node-architecture) *section.* ## What are the hardware requirements for me to host my Node? * Processor: A modern multi-core processor, such as Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 is recommended. * Memory: A minimum of 16 GB of RAM is recommended. * SSD: Starting point would be at least 500 GB to 1 TB of SSD storage. * Network: At least 100 MBPS. *Please note that the hardware requirements for Signing and Broadcasting of the Nodes will be released later. At the moment, the hardware requirements are for FVN and EVN only.* *Also more information regarding hosting instructions will be released in Q4 of 2023.* ## What is the unbonding period? After the mainnet launch at the end of January, the unbonding period will be 30 days. You will be not rewarded during the unbonding period while your staked value is in the process of being released from the staked Liquidity Pool. An unbonding period is the period of time that you have to wait after you unstake your coins from a validator node and have them available to you. There are a couple of reasons why unbonding periods are necessary: It helps to ensure the security of the network. If you were able to unstake your coins immediately, it would allow you to double-dip and collect rewards from both staking and trading. This would undermine the security of the network, as it would incentivize people to only stake their coins when it is profitable to do so. Also, the unbonding period gives validators time to adjust. During this time, the validator node needs to adjust its operations to account for the loss of your stake. If there were no unbonding period, this could cause instability in the network. Staking rewards are not distributed to the unstaked amount during the unbonding period. ## Do I need an NFT to run a Full Validator Node? For the First 1000 Nodes, you will need an NFT. If you wish to stake regardless of the Nodes; you will have the opportunity to stake into the delegated liquidity pool program if you do not wish to host your Full Validator Node or you want to simply delegate it. ## Do I need an NFT to run an Event Listener Node? For the First 1000 Nodes, you will need an NFT. If you wish to stake regardless of the Nodes; you will have the opportunity to stake into the delegated liquidity pool program when you do not wish to host your Full Validator Node or you want to simply delegate it. ## What do I need to do to acquire Full Validator Node and Event Listener Node NFT as it is only limited to 1000 each? To acquire Full Validator Node NFT: you will have to acquire 50,000 L1X Coins in the Public Sale which is running between July 2023 and January 2024. Once the coins are acquired you will then unlock your NFT by committing your L1X Coins into a smart contract that will automatically distribute those Coins to the node once you are ready to host it. To acquire Event Listener Node NFT: you will have to acquire 10,000 L1X Coins in the Public Sale which is running between July 2023 and January 2024. Once the coins are acquired you will then unlock your NFT by committing your L1X Coins into a smart contract that will automatically distribute those Coins to the node once you are ready to host it. ## When can I start hosting Full Nodes? You can start hosting full nodes from January 2024 onwards. ## How do I stake in the mainnet-beta phase? The procedure to claim and stake your L1X Coins will be released before the Mainnet-Beta Phase. # Section B: Users Staking into Delegated Liquidity Pool Examine how users can participate in decentralized liquidity pool by staking their assets to facilitate seamless transactions and earn rewards. ## Is this part of On-Chain or the staking pools are handled by an intermediary layer? This is a part of the on-chain activity where the users will be staking into a decentralized staking contract which will be allowing the Full Validator Node node to be the delegated account. L1X Coin Holders can delegate their stake to the Full Validator Nodes and the rewards will be automatically distributed to the delegators based on the amount staked and the rewards that are calculated for that period. This is done to maximize decentralization and allow the opportunity to everyone to participate in the staking process directly at the node level. It also allows maximum security in terms of accounts that are responsible to be the contributors to the total staked value on the protocol. ## Will I get a Liquid Staking Derivative? No. At the moment there will be no derivative provided. Regardless, there could be DeFI projects that build solutions around this. This could be an opportunity for other DeFi projects to build derivatives on staking. ## How do I stake my L1X into the Validator Nodes? There will be contracts available which you will interact with to stake. The process will be simple and easy to follow. This will be offered by Validator Nodes. The contracts are part of the core protocol. These contracts (that are built into the protocol) will allow you to stake in them while you choose who (Validator Node Provider) you want to delegate your staked amount. ## When can I start staking? You will be able to start staking in the Mainnet-Beta phase. More information will be released before the launch of the Mainet-Beta. ## When can I withdraw my stake? You can withdraw your stake with the condition that you have set with the Full Node. If you have set up a configuration to withdraw with a minimum time period with the Full node then that will be applied to the contract. ## If the Full Node gets slashed, do I also get slashed? Yes. The same slashing mechanism will apply so please apply only after looking at the right validator node providers. ## What is the unbonding period? After the mainnet launch at the end of January, the unbonding period will be 30 days. ## Do I earn rewards during the unbonding period? You will not earn rewards during the unbonding period. # Section C: NFT Needed to Host a Node This section outlines the requirements and significance of owning a Non-Fungible Token (NFT) for hosting and participating in the L1X blockchain network as a node operator. ## What is Right to Node NFT? “Right to Node” allows you to sell, lease or self-host “One” Event Listener or Full Validator Nodes. It allows you to Solo stake minimum L1X Coins to become a L1X Node or it allows you to lead Smart Contracts that live on the Protocol where the users can stake directly into the protocol. ## Can I sell my NFT? Yes. You can sell your NFT to an L1X Account. ## Can I lease my NFT? Yes. You can lease your NFT on a predefined %commission and t (timeline) to an address (account). This smart contract will be in between your account and the address you want to lease your NFT. ## How do I get rewarded if I lease my NFT? You can set a predefined % of commission you would like to receive from the rewards that the Node will earn in a contract. ## Can I withdraw at any time? No. You can only withdraw based on predefined conditions in between your address and the other address. ## How long will this NFT be valid? There is no end date on the Validity. ## How many NFTs will be issued out? There will only be 1000 NFTs for Event Listener and Full Validator Nodes each available until Jan 2024. Total of 2000 NFTs. ## How do I get access to this NFT? Once you have acquired the minimum number of L1X Coins in the public sale which is 50,000 for Full Validator Nodes and 10,000 for Event Listener Nodes; you will be able to lock your L1X Coins which will give you the right to host the NFT. ## Do I get L1X Coins + NFT if I purchase the required amount of Coins in the L1X Public Sale to run a Node? To unlock the NFT you will need to lock your L1X Coins from the public sale to then be used when the Node hosting begins. # Section D: FAQs This section addresses common questions and provides comprehensive answers to help users understand various aspects of the L1X blockchain platform. ## **What is the process of locking the L1X Coins to get the NFT?** Once you Claim your L1X Coins, you will be able to Lock them into the Node Pool which will mint you an NFT. In the Public Sale Purchase, if you lock 50,000 L1X Coins you will get a Full Validator Node NFT and by Locking 10,000 L1X Coins; you will be able to mint an Event Listener Node NFT. Once the NFT is minted; you will not be able to burn that NFT. The coins locked in the Node pool can then be used to host your node when hosting begins. ## When can I sell my NFT? You can sell your NFT the moment you mint it and are allocated the NFT. ## **Will there be a marketplace to sell these NFTs?** The marketplace will be a part of the Wallet and it will be available the same time the P2P trading is available. You can sell your NFT individually before that. ## Will there be an opportunity for Private Sale contributors or OG Members to get an NFT, either through their contribution or contests, giveaway. Yes. We are working out some numbers on this and we will make it available for them. ## What events would trigger slashing or other L1X coin loss? What if the internet/computer is down/offline? Slashing Mechanisms are in place. This will be answered soon. ## “First 500 NFT will be priced at a minimum investment amount of $50,000”. Is the public pricing the same for Full Validator Node and Event Listener Node? This is not correct. The correct information is presented above. 50,000 L1X Coins for Full Validator Node NFTs and 10,000 L1X Coins for the Event Listener Node NFTs. The rewards and the power of these nodes in terms of consensus and validation are different hence the two levels of coin amounts required. ## **What are the types of Nodes that L1X Protocol has?** L1X Protocol has a total of three types of nodes. · Event Listening Node · Transaction Execution Node also known as Full Validator Nodes · Signing and Broadcasting Node ⇒ Event Listener Nodes and Full Validator Nodes are responsible to participate in the Consensus Mechanism. ⇒ Signing and Broadcasting Nodes can be hosted by the participating applications to ensure deposits and destination payload signing and broadcasting. ## **In addition to the hardware requirements, can a Full Validator Node or Event Listener Node run alongside Windows OS or macOS that I use regularly?** Not at this stage. After the Mainnet-Beta, we will work on a Dockerised application that will allow you to do it, provided you meet the hardware requirements for any of the three types of nodes. Also, note that the hardware requirements for Signing and Broadcasting of the Nodes will be released later. At the moment, the hardware requirements are for FVN and ELN only. ## **Will clear instructions be provided to set up the node for the newbie user?** Yes, we will release clear instructions to the NFT holders who wish to run FVN and ELN before the Mainnet Launch. ## **Who is hosting nodes during beta launch ?** Application Developers are hosting nodes during the Mainnet-Beta phase. ## Is the specification required for light nodes the same as that for a full node? The Event Listener Nodes and the Signing and Broadcasting Nodes are not classified as Light Nodes. They are a part of the Transaction Execution, its finality, block production and finality process. The hardware requirements for the FVN and the ELN are the same at the moment but the ELN and SBN will have lower hardware requirements. ## **If you buy L1X in the public sale on both L1DEX and L1X, will the combined total count toward node NFTs?** You can use the same address to buy during the process. Once you have acquired the minimum amount of L1X coins you will be able to lock it to Mint an NFT. ## **If someone contributes $25K, Will they get 1 Full validator node NFT and 5 Event node NFTs?** FVN NFTs need 50,000 locked L1X coin and ELN need 10,000 L1X Coin as a minimum. If you have 50,000 L1X Coins and decide to lock it for a FVN; you will only get ONE FVN. ## **I**s it an automatic staking process upon claiming, which would require users to faucet gas? In the Mainnet-Beta phase; to increase the security of the protocol; L1X coins will be able to be staked at the protocol level for which rewards will be provided. During this phase, the L1X Coins can also be used as Gas fees. The reward calculations are provided at this moment but the total rewards that are earned will be calculated during the active phase of the mainnet-beta. ## **Will people be able to claim and then stake on the L1DEX** The claim and stake at the protocol level will be through the selected websites to which information will be released before the launch of the Mainnet-Beta. ## **Will there be an option for ELN node participants to upgrade to full node NFTs?** Once you lock your L1X Coins for the ELN, you cannot burn the NFT. If you want to host a FVN; you will have to lock a minimum of 50,000 L1X Coins. ## In the long run, how will the detection process work to determine whether a user possesses the required 50,000 coins (acquired via public sale or private sale) to host a Full Validator Node (FVN), and does it mean that those who have acquired the coins through private sale need to sell them to the public and repurchase them to become eligible to host FVN or ELN? For now, it is the time duration that is taken into consideration when the L1X Coins have been acquired. We are currently working on the best way possible for Private Sale Investors to get a FVN and ELN NFT and more information will be released before the Mainnet-Beta launch. # Section E: Node Architecture This section delves into the foundational structure and functionalities of the nodes that power the L1X blockchain network to ensure decentralized consensus and maintain integrity.

Node Architecture

1. The signed transactions are sent to Concierge Node. which filters transactions based on Transaction Type and Account. 2. The Concierge Node also verifies the transaction authenticity and sends the transaction to the Transaction Execution Node’s mempool. 3. The Transaction Execution Nodes listen to the event\_struct from the Event Listener Nodes. 4. The Event Listener Node validates the event and sends the confirmation to the Transaction Execution Nodes. 5. After receiving confirmation from the Event Listener Nodes, the Transaction Execution Nodes processes the transactions based on pre-defined rules. 6. The Transaction Execution Node sends the object/payload to the Sign and Broadcasting Nodes. 7. The Broadcasting Nodes signs and then sends the payload to the destination chain. 8. The Event Listener Node updates its state on the destination chain response and passes the transaction deployment result to the Transaction Execution Nodes. 9. The Transaction Execution Node then confirms and adds the transaction to the block. ## Types of Nodes In the L1X blockchain network, there are various types of nodes, each serving specific roles to ensure the network's proper functioning. ### Event Listener Nodes (ELN) The Event Listener Nodes monitor the blockchain for incoming events and data from other blockchain networks. They are actively involved in validating the events received. They also act as passive observers, detecting and recording changes to the blockchain, such as new transactions, smart contract interactions, or state updates, initiated by other blockchain networks. ### Transaction Execution Nodes / Full Validator Nodes(FVN) Transaction and Execution nodes are also known as Full Validator Nodes. These nodes are responsible for validating and executing transactions on the L1X blockchain. These nodes check the transaction's validity, confirm the availability of sufficient funds, and ensure compliance with the network's consensus rules. ### Signing and Broadcasting Nodes (SBN) Signing and Broadcasting Nodes are involved in the process of interoperability by securely signing and broadcasting transactions to target blockchain networks. They ensure data integrity and authenticity, as the signature acts as cryptographic proof that the transaction originates from a legitimate source. They broadcast the signed transaction across the respective networks, allowing the destination chain to receive and verify the transaction. ## Consensus Mechanism The L1X blockchain utilizes Proof of X (PoX), to achieve consensus among decentralized nodes regarding transaction validity and chronological order. This innovative approach incentivizes both active participation and stakeholding, striking a balance between the interests of users and stakeholders. It represents a forward-thinking and dynamic method of consensus building within the L1X network. The full nodes within the L1X blockchain play a critical role in consensus by holding and staking L1X coins. By staking their tokens, these nodes demonstrate their commitment to the network and earn the right to validate transactions and propose new blocks. This stakeholding mechanism ensures that participants with a vested interest in the network have influence over the consensus process. The design principles of the L1X blockchain, coupled with the PoX consensus mechanism, offer several advantages. Firstly, it incentivizes active participation from both mobile devices and full nodes, fostering a more inclusive and diverse network. Secondly, it balances the interests of users and stakeholders, promoting fairness and transparency in consensus building. Lastly, this dynamic approach allows for adaptability and scalability as the network grows, ensuring its long-term viability and effectiveness. ### PoX Consensus Metrics In the quest for achieving consensus and decentralization, the participation of network participants holds the utmost importance. Trust in the L1X blockchain network and the availability of trusted participants are crucial factors that drive the success and sustainability of the blockchain ecosystem. To address this, a mechanism that efficiently considers both old and new participants in the PoX consensus is proposed. By incorporating metrics such as StakeScore, KinScore, and XScore, we aim to evaluate participants' stake holdings, active involvement, and adherence to security measures. These metrics play a vital role in achieving consensus, promoting decentralization, and ensuring the integrity and security of the network. In the subsequent sections, we will delve into the significance of each metric, highlighting their importance in maintaining a robust and reliable PoX consensus mechanism. #### StakeScore This is a measure of a node's commitment to the network, based on the amount of L1X coins they have staked, the length of time they have been staking, and the length of time they have agreed to lock up their coins. A high StakeScore indicates that a node is more likely to behave honestly, as they have more to lose if they are caught cheating. #### KinScore This is a measure of a node's reliability and trustworthiness, based on their uptime, participation history, response time, and security measures. A high KinScore indicates that a node is more likely to be able to participate in the consensus process reliably and without disruption. #### XScore This is a combined measure of StakeScore and KinScore, which is used to determine which nodes are eligible to participate in the PoX consensus. A higher XScore indicates that a node is more likely to be a reliable and trustworthy participant in the consensus process. The PoX consensus metrics are designed to achieve consensus and decentralization by rewarding nodes that are committed to the network, reliable, and trustworthy. By ensuring that the network is sufficiently decentralized, the PoX consensus helps to protect the network from attack and ensure that it is fair and transparent. ### PoX Consensus Process XScore, StakeScore, and KinScore are integral components of the sophisticated block proposer selection process in the L1X blockchain ecosystem.

PoX Consensus Process

To calculate XScore, the process considers all nodes that have staked a minimum balance and are actively available within the network. These nodes undergo evaluation to determine their XScore, which subsequently plays a significant role in determining their eligibility for the next epoch of the consensus process. Nodes with an XScore exceeding the defined XScore Threshold (that varies based on network dynamics) are deemed eligible for participation. To ensure data privacy and security, homomorphic encryption is applied to XScore. This cryptographic technique enables computations to be performed on encrypted data without compromising its confidentiality. By leveraging homomorphic encryption, the privacy of XScore calculations is preserved, allowing for a secure evaluation process. Furthermore, a randomized algorithm is applied to the homomorphically encrypted XScores. This algorithm introduces an element of randomness in the selection of the block proposer. By employing a randomized approach, the consensus protocol mitigates potential biases and ensures a fair and decentralized block proposer selection process. Overall, the intricate interplay between XScore, StakeScore, KinScore, homomorphic encryption, and randomized algorithms forms a robust framework that enables accurate evaluation, privacy preservation, and fair selection within the L1X blockchain network. The randomness injected into the selection process prevents any undue advantage or bias towards specific nodes, fostering a level playing field for all participants. Furthermore, the use of homomorphic encryption ensures that the privacy of the nodes is preserved, enhancing the overall security posture of the L1X blockchain. # Section F: Mathematical Models for Various Components Explore the mathematical framework governing staking mechanisms, reward allocation, and penalty systems in the L1X blockchain network. ## How and how much will I get Slashed as a Node? Slashing would be carried out after the completion of each epoch. Nodes may get slashed for Double Signing, Liveliness Faults, and Safety Faults as detailed below: * **Double Signing** * A validator is considered dishonest if they sign two different blocks at the same height in the blockchain. This is a clear violation of the protocol rules, as a validator should only produce or endorse one block per slot. * Double signing can be detected by monitoring the network for blocks that have the same height but different block hashes and are both signed by the same validator. * **Liveliness Faults** * If a validator repeatedly fails to be online and participate in the consensus process (i.e., they miss too many votes), they could be penalized. This ensures that validators have an incentive to maintain a reliable and consistent online presence. * Liveliness faults can be detected by monitoring validators' participation in the network consensus process and noting when a validator is offline or unresponsive for an unacceptable period of time. * **Safety Faults** * Validators should only vote for one version of the history. If a validator votes for conflicting versions of the blockchain history (e.g., during a network partition), it's a safety fault. * Safety faults can be detected by monitoring for validators casting votes for conflicting versions of the blockchain history. The slashing penalty is determined based on ```jsx Slashing_Penalty = Offense_Severity*XScore_Penalty*Slashing_Dynamics*(Stake_Value/Total_Staked_Value) ``` where *Offense\_Severity* represents the severity of the offense committed by the validator. *XScore\_Penalty* accounts for the validator's XScore which reflects their performance, reliability, and adherence to the rules of the network. A higher XScore indicates a better-behaved validator, resulting in a lower slashing penalty. *Slashing\_Dynamic*s represents the mechanism to discourage malicious behavior based on overall network dynamics and inflation rate. *Stake\_Value* is the total amount of tokens staked by the offending validator. *Total\_Staked\_Value* is the sum of all tokens staked in the entire network for the 500 cubes. ```jsx Slashed_Value = min (Slashing_Penalty, Slashing_Threshold) ``` where *Slashed\_Value* is the actual value deducted as the penalty from the *Staked\_Value*. *Slashing\_Threshold* is the cap on the slashing penalty to prevent excessive penalties that could harm the network's stability. *Slashed\_Value* would be deducted after *Slashing\_Delay* time period. ## Rewards to run Full Validator Node. ```jsx Reward_FVN = (Staked_Value/Total_Staked_Value)*FVN_Reward_Dynamics*XScore_Reward ``` where *Stake\_Value* is the total amount of tokens staked by the offending validator. *Total\_Staked\_Value* is the sum of all tokens staked in the entire network for the 500 cubes. *FVN\_Reward\_Dynamics* accounts for the overall dynamics of the reward system, including inflation rates, block rewards, and any other mechanisms that influence the distribution of rewards. *XScore\_Reward* is a factor that reflects the validator's XScore, which indicates their performance, reliability, and adherence to the network rules. Validators with higher XScores would receive greater rewards. Rewards would be granted after *FVN\_Rewards\_Interval.* ## Rewards to run Event Listener Node. ```jsx Reward_ELN = (Staked_Value/Total_Staked_Value)*ELN_Reward_Dynamics*StakeScore_Reward ``` where *Stake\_Value* is the total amount of tokens staked by the offending validator. *Total\_Staked\_Value* is the sum of all tokens staked in the entire network for the 500 cubes. *ELN\_Reward\_Dynamics* accounts for the overall dynamics based on chains connected and events validated by the ELN. *StakeScore\_Reward* is a factor that reflects the validator's StakeScore, which indicates their commitment to the network. Rewards would be granted after *ELN\_Rewards\_Interval.* ## Rewards to delegate stake into the Protocol Liquidity Pool. ```jsx Rewards_Delegated = (Stake_Delegated / Total_Liquidity_Pool_Value)*Reward_Liquidity_Pool + (Protocol_Fees*Stake_Delegated) ``` where *Stake\_Delegated* represents the total amount of tokens staked or delegated by a participant into the liquidity pool. *Total\_Liquidity\_Pool\_Value* is the sum of all tokens staked in the entire liquidity pool. It provides the proportion of the participant's stake compared to the total staked amount. *Reward\_Liquidity\_Pool* represents the portion of the protocol's revenue that is allocated for rewards to participants in the liquidity pool. *Protocol\_Fees* represents the fees charged on each transaction within the liquidity pool. The protocol fees contribute to the reward pool. ## How much Rewards can I earn? Based on the staked tokens for either Full Validator Nodes or Event Listener Nodes or delegation in Liquidity Pools, one can earn rewards accordingly. Exact numbers are never provided and are dependent on the time and the activity on the network. # Section G: Validator Lifespan This section explores the Validator lifespan in the L1X blockchain network. Discover how these essential nodes contribute to the network's security and consensus mechanisms throughout their lifecycle. In the L1X blockchain network, validators play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and security of the system. The validator lifecycle encompasses the various stages that validators go through, from their initial selection to their ongoing participation in block validation. This process ensures that only trustworthy and competent participants are chosen to validate transactions and create new blocks. The validator lifecycle involves steps such as staking, selection, validation, and potential penalties or rewards. By understanding the intricacies of the validator lifecycle, stakeholders can gain insight into the inner workings of a PoX blockchain network and appreciate the robustness of its consensus mechanism.

Validator Lifespan

1. Validator enters the "In" stage by staking L1X coins. 2. After one cube, the validator joins the selection queue after being eligible. 3. Wait for a minimum of 4 cubes based on network dynamics and nodes ahead in the selection queue. 4. Validator becomes eligible for selection as an active validator. 5. If selected: 1. Validator enters the "Active Validator and Block Proposal" stage. 2. Validate transactions and contribute to consensus. 3. Possibility to propose blocks through a pseudo-random algorithm. 4. Repeat steps 5-9 until exit conditions are met. 6. For Self-Exit: 1. Wait for 5 cubes. 2. Initiate an unslashed exit. 7. For Enforced Exit: 1. Identify the exit condition (e.g.: lifespan completion, random exit, insufficient balance, or being slashed). 2. Wait for 5 cubes. 3. Initiate a slashed exit if penalized else initiate Unslashed Exit. 8. For Unslashed Exit: 1. Wait for 50-100 cubes for withdrawal. 2. Proceed to the "Out" stage for withdrawal. 9. For Slashed Exit: 1. Wait for 4000 cubes for withdrawal. 2. Proceed to the "Out" stage for withdrawal. 10. Validator completes the lifespan and proceeds to the "Out" stage. 11. Withdraw the staked amount from the network. # Disclaimer Please note that all numbers displayed on L1X blockchain platform are dynamic and subject to change in response to network activity and evolving conditions. We advise users to verify the data with the latest information before making any significant decisions.