Become the Emperor of the INK (EOTI) - gain premium visibility on InkyPump’s homepage through a 24-hour reign, earned via competitive daily auctions.
What is Emperor of the INK?
The Emperor of the INK (EOTI) system allows token projects to claim the throne and gain prominent placement on InkyPump’s homepage through a competitive auction mechanism. The reigning Emperor receives 24 hours of enhanced visibility with an eye-catching animated display that drives trading volume and community engagement.Homepage Spotlight
Featured placement with animated EMPEROR banner, crown icons, and gradient styling for maximum visibility
24-Hour Duration
Full day of premium visibility until the next daily reset - maximize your exposure window
Live Auctions
Real-time competitive bidding with countdown timers and instant updates for fair competition
Flexible Payments
Pay with ETH directly or any token (automatically converted to ETH) for seamless bidding
How to Participate
Access the Auction
Look for the “Claim the Throne” or “Become Emperor” button on the InkyPump homepage to start your bidding journey for the EOTI crown.
Enter Token Details
Required Information:
- Token Contract Address: Must be a valid, deployed token
- Token Validation: System automatically fetches token name, symbol, and details
- Trading Status: Token must have trading enabled
Place Your Bid
Bidding Process:
- View Current Bid: See the minimum amount needed to win
- Choose Payment Method: ETH or select from available tokens
- Automatic Conversion: Non-ETH tokens are quoted and swapped instantly
- Wallet Connection: Connect your wallet and confirm the transaction
Monitor & Win
Auction Timeline:
- Live Updates: Real-time bid tracking and countdown timer
- Next Boost Timer: Shows time remaining until next auction period
- Winning Confirmation: Successful bidders see immediate confirmation
- Homepage Feature: Token appears with BOOSTED styling within minutes
Auction Mechanics
Dutch Auction System: The Emperor of the INK uses a unique Dutch auction mechanism where prices start high and decrease over time until someone bids.
Dutch Auction System
Dutch Auction Pricing
- Starting Price: Each auction begins at 0.1 ETH
- Daily Decay: Price decreases by 0.05 ETH per day
- Minimum Price: Cannot go below 0.05 ETH (floor price)
- Bid Doubling: When someone bids, the next auction starts at 2x that bid amount
- Reset Mechanism: After winning, next day’s auction resets to standard Dutch auction
Price Examples
Example Scenarios: Understanding how the Dutch auction pricing works in practice.
Fresh Auction Start
Fresh Auction Start
- Day 1: Auction opens at 0.1 ETH
- Day 2: If no bids, price drops to 0.05 ETH
- Day 3+: Price remains at 0.05 ETH floor
- Winner Bids: Someone bids at 0.05 ETH and becomes Emperor
After a Winning Bid
After a Winning Bid
- Previous Bid: Someone won at 0.05 ETH
- Next Auction: Starts at 0.1 ETH (2x the 0.05 ETH bid)
- If No Bids: Decays to 0.05 ETH the next day
- New Winner: Someone bids at current price
High Competition Scenario
High Competition Scenario
- Previous Bid: Someone won at 0.08 ETH
- Next Auction: Starts at 0.16 ETH (2x the 0.08 ETH bid)
- Day 2: Decays to 0.11 ETH
- Day 3: Decays to 0.06 ETH
- Day 4: Reaches floor at 0.05 ETH
Maximum Starting Price
Maximum Starting Price
- Previous Bid: Someone won at 0.1 ETH (starting price)
- Next Auction: Starts at 0.2 ETH (2x the 0.1 ETH bid)
- Daily Decay: -0.05 ETH per day
- Days to Floor: Takes 4 days to reach 0.05 ETH floor
Benefits of Being Emperor
Pro Tip: Emperor tokens typically see 3-10x increase in trading activity during their 24-hour reign!
Enhanced Visibility
Premium Placement
Homepage Hero Section
- Top-of-page positioning
- Animated EMPEROR banner
- Crown and royal visual effects
- Gradient background styling
Complete Information
Token Details Display
- Token name and ticker symbol
- Current market capitalization
- Funding progress visualization
- Social media links integration
Direct Trading Access
Seamless User Experience
- Integrated “Trade Now” button
- Direct link to token’s trading page
- No additional steps for users
- Instant liquidity access
Social Integration
Community Engagement
- Contract address display
- Social media link buttons
- Easy sharing capabilities
- Enhanced discoverability
Marketing Impact
Increased Trading Volume
Increased Trading Volume
Emperor tokens typically see 3-10x increase in trading activity during their reign due to prominent homepage placement and enhanced visibility.
Community Growth
Community Growth
The eye-catching display attracts new users to your token’s community, often resulting in increased social media followers and engagement.
Market Recognition
Market Recognition
Being featured builds credibility and market recognition, positioning your token as a serious project worth attention.
Competitive Advantage
Competitive Advantage
Stand out from thousands of tokens with premium positioning that captures user attention immediately upon visiting InkySwap.
Best Practices
Timing Your Bid
Strategic Timing: Maximize your chances of winning while optimizing cost efficiency with smart bidding strategies.
Monitor Auction Cycles
Track daily reset times and current bid levels to identify optimal bidding windows for maximum value.
Prepare Marketing Materials
Ensure your token has updated social links, descriptions, and community engagement before bidding.
Coordinate with Community
Time your Emperor reign to coincide with major announcements, launches, or community events for maximum impact.
Budget Management
Plan your bidding budget considering the progressive pricing model and potential competition.
Maximizing Your Emperor Reign
Social Media Coordination
Announce your Emperor status across all social channels to drive maximum traffic during your 24-hour reign
Community Engagement
Encourage your community to visit and trade during your Emperor reign to maximize visibility benefits
Content Preparation
Have announcements ready: graphics, and promotional content to deploy immediately upon winning
Trading Liquidity
Ensure adequate liquidity is available to handle increased trading volume from Emperor exposure
API Integration
For Developers: Access current Emperor data programmatically through our API endpoint.
EOTI API Endpoint
GET
https://inkypump.com/api/eotiReturns the current Emperor of the INK token data including:- Token details (name, symbol, address)
- Market metrics (price, volume, market cap)
- Bidding information (with
includeBidData=trueparameter)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to become Emperor?
How much does it cost to become Emperor?
The Emperor auction uses a Dutch auction system:
- Starting Price: 0.1 ETH for new auctions
- Daily Decay: Price drops by 0.05 ETH each day without bids
- Minimum Price: 0.05 ETH floor
- After a Bid: Next auction starts at 2x the winning bid Monitor the current auction to see the exact price at any moment.
Can I pay with tokens other than ETH?
Can I pay with tokens other than ETH?
Yes! The system accepts any ERC-20 token and automatically converts it to ETH at current market rates. You’ll see the exact token amount required before confirming your bid.
What happens if I'm outbid?
What happens if I'm outbid?
If someone places a higher bid during the auction period, they become the new leader. You can place a new, higher bid to regain the lead, or wait for the next auction cycle.
How long does the Emperor reign last?
How long does the Emperor reign last?
Each Emperor reign lasts exactly 24 hours from the time you win the auction. Your token will rule the homepage until the next daily reset.
Can any token participate?
Can any token participate?
Your token must have a valid contract address and trading must be enabled. The system automatically validates token eligibility when you enter the contract address.
When do auctions reset?
When do auctions reset?
Auctions follow a daily reset schedule. Check the “Next Emperor In” countdown timer to see exactly when the current reign ends and a new auction for the throne begins.
Ready to claim the throne? Visit InkyPump and look for the “Become Emperor” option to participate in the next auction for the EOTI crown!