# Introduction Welcome to the **XDC × Tribes Global Hackathon**! Build innovative blockchain solutions using the **XDC Network** and **Tribes OS** — from DeFi to on-chain communities, games, and beyond. This is your chance to showcase creativity, push boundaries, and win bounties while joining a global builder community. # Timeline - **Global Online Hackathon:** September 12 – September 20, 2025 - **Last Date for Submissions:** September 23, 2025 - **Judging & Regional Finalist Selection:** October 4, 2025 - **Results Announcement:** October 10, 2025 # Prizes **Total Prize Pool: 500 USDT** - **Grand Prize:** 250 USDT - **Runner-up:** 150 USDT - **Best Use of Tribes Features:** 100 USDT # Eligibility - Open to **students, developers, startups, and independent builders** worldwide. - Teams (up to **5 members**) or solo participants welcome. - Multiple submissions allowed if projects are unique and substantially different. # Judging Criteria Projects will be evaluated on: - **Innovation & Creativity** – uniqueness of idea. - **Technical Implementation** – code quality and use of XDC. - **Integration of Tribes Features** – governance, events, XP/badges, token-gated spaces. - **Real-World Use Case & Adoption Potential** – practical impact and scalability. # Submission Instructions Each team must complete the following: 1. **GitHub Repository** – full project codebase with README (setup, dependencies, run instructions). 2. **Deployment** – project deployed on **XDC Apothem Testnet or Mainnet**. 3. **Video Demo (2–3 mins)** – optional but recommended for clear presentation. **Promotional Requirements** (part of submission): - Post about your project on **Twitter**, tagging [@tribes_astrix](https://twitter.com/tribes_astrix). - Share your project on **LinkedIn**. - Submit your BUIDL on **DoraHacks**. - Add your project as a **Proposal on Tribes** (to showcase to the community). # Rules & Disqualification - All submissions must be original. Plagiarism or resubmission of old work will be disqualified. - Projects must be deployed on **XDC** to qualify. - Teams must follow submission deadlines strictly. # Intellectual Property All participants retain full ownership of their projects. By submitting, you grant Tribes & XDC permission to feature your work in marketing, community showcases, or demo days. # Support & Resources - **XDC Testnet Faucet:** https://explorer.apothem.network/ - **Tribes Documentation:** [https://tribessdk.vercel.app/](https://tribessdk.vercel.app/) - **Community Support:** Join our [Telegram ](https://t.me/+urrY57IP9ZA0NDI9)for live updates and Q&A. # Contact Us - 💬 Telegram: [https://t.me/+urrY57IP9ZA0NDI9](https://t.me/+urrY57IP9ZA0NDI9) # About Us **Tribes by Astrix** is a modular on-chain community operating system — helping DAOs, student clubs, and token projects spin up token-gated spaces, events, governance, and XP systems in seconds. This hackathon is hosted in collaboration with the **XDC Network**, empowering builders to innovate on one of the most scalable and enterprise-ready blockchains.