Altitude is a composable blue-chip asset bridge and one of the first dApps built on LayerZero, a cross-chain communication infrastructure designed to overcome limitations in omnichain activities. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for interacting with Altitude's testnet to qualify for its upcoming airdrop.
Prerequisites: Setting Up Your Environment
1. Configure Avalanche Fuji Testnet
Add AVAX Testnet: Access via Chainlist or manually input:
- Network Name: Avalanche Fuji
- RPC URL: https://api.avax-test.network/ext/bc/C/rpc
- Chain ID: 43113
- Currency Symbol: AVAX
2. Obtain Test Tokens
- Use the Avalanche Faucet to fund your wallet with Fuji AVAX.
Interactive Process with Altitude
Step 1: Claim Testnet Tokens
- Switch wallet to AVAX Fuji Network
- Visit Altitude Faucet
- Claim ABT, USDC, or ALTD tokens
Step 2: Cross-Chain Bridging (5+ Transactions Required)
- Source Chain: AVAX Fuji
- Destination Chains: Arbitrum/BNB Smart Chain/Polygon testnets
- Supported Tokens: ABT, USDC, ALTD
- Note: Complete round-trip transfers (to destination chain and back)
Common Issues:
- Refresh UI if transactions stall
- Verify gas fees are covered by test AVAX
Step 3: Liquidity Provision
- Navigate to Pool section
- Select desired pair (e.g., ALTD/USDC)
- Input deposit amounts
- Confirm transaction
Step 4: Farm Participation
- Access Farms tab
- Choose eligible pool
- Stake LP tokens
- Claim test rewards
Step 5: ALTD Staking Mechanism
- Visit Stake interface
- Stake ALTD to receive gALTD (governance tokens)
- Minimum 24-hour lock period
Maximizing Airdrop Eligibility
Complementary Tasks
Key Optimization Strategies
- Perform bridge transactions across multiple chains
- Maintain liquidity for 48+ hours
- Compound farm rewards periodically
FAQ: Altitude LayerZero Interactions
Q1: What makes LayerZero bridges different?
A: LayerZero enables secure cross-chain messaging without wrapped assets or intermediate pools, reducing slippage and counterparty risk.
Q2: How many testnet transactions guarantee eligibility?
A: While 5+ transfers are recommended, quality matters more than quantity—focus on diverse chain interactions.
Q3: When will the airdrop be distributed?
A: Exact dates TBA; follow Altitude's official Twitter for updates.
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Q4: Can I use MetaMask for these interactions?
A: Yes! MetaMask fully supports all test networks required for this guide.