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# Tokenomics 101

### Key Principles

1. **Value Generation:** The value of $SHIRO tokens is tied directly to gaming activities. By playing the game and achieving various milestones, players generate value, reflected in the tokens they earn.
2. **Supply Control:** A finite supply of $SHIRO tokens ensures scarcity and helps maintain a stable market value. The initial supply and issuance rate are calibrated to balance between ample reward availability and inflation control.
3. **Demand Stimulation:** In-game utilities and external marketplace demand for $SHIRO tokens help stimulate buying pressure, which in turn supports the token's value over time.