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  Welcome to our guide on how our raffles work. In this section, we will break
  down the key elements of our raffle system.
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# Raffles

## <mark style="background-color:red;">Built on Avalanche</mark> :rocket:

Winnables leverages the Avalanche network to ensure a seamless and efficient gaming experience. Known for its low gas fees and quick transaction times, Avalanche provides an optimal platform for our raffles.&#x20;

## <mark style="background-color:blue;">Purchasing Tickets</mark>&#x20;

To enter a Winnables raffle, participants need to purchase tickets via their Metamask wallet. Each ticket serves as an entry into the raffle. As you purchase tickets to enter the raffle, you will be asked to pay a small gas fee. Tickets can only be bought using Avalanche (AVAX).&#x20;

## <mark style="background-color:orange;">Our Bundles</mark>&#x20;

### Players can choose from five ticket bundles:

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| Bundle Type                     | Bundle Discount % |
| ------------------------------- | ----------------- |
| Cheapest :money\_with\_wings:   | 0 %               |
| Beginner :heart:                | 5 %               |
| Winnables :fire:                | 10 %              |
| Big Chance :four\_leaf\_clover: | 15 %              |
| Best Value :tada:               | 20 %              |

## <mark style="background-color:green;">Drawing a winner</mark>&#x20;

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At Winnables, our on-chain raffles prioritise transparency and fairness. By operating directly on the blockchain, our raffles ensure that every entry and outcome is verifiable and tamper-proof.&#x20;

To ensure absolute fairness in our raffles, we use [Chainlink VRF](https://docs.chain.link/vrf) to draw the winners. This cutting-edge system ensures that the selection process is entirely random and cannot be manipulated, providing a trustworthy and unbiased raffle experience. It takes less than a few minutes for Chainlink to provide the winner.&#x20;

#### Chainlink CCIP (Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol)

We have integrated Chainlink CCIP (Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol) to enhance our raffle system. This innovative technology allows us to offer Ethereum network prizes on the Avalanche network, significantly reducing gas fees for our users. This means you can enjoy high-value rewards without the associated high transaction costs.

## <mark style="background-color:purple;">Early Bird</mark>

Our Early Bird feature grants users a 10% discount if they purchase tickets in the initial hours of the raffle going live. Early Bird discount automatically adds on to any existing bundle promotion!&#x20;

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## <mark style="background-color:blue;">Raffle Features</mark>&#x20;

#### General Raffle Features

* **Countdown Timer:** All raffles have a countdown timer, ensuring a set period for ticket sales and participation.

#### Ticket Constraints

* **Minimum Tickets Required:**
  * **Description:** A specified number of tickets must be sold to avoid cancellation.
  * **Action:** If the minimum threshold isn't met when the timer reaches zero, the raffle is canceled and all participants receive refunds.
* **Maximum Tickets Available:**
  * **Description:** Limits the number of tickets available for the raffle.
  * **Action:** The raffle concludes once all tickets are sold.
* **Limited Tickets per User:**
  * **Description:** Restricts the maximum number of tickets an individual can purchase.
  * **Action:** Ensures fair chances for all participants by limiting ticket purchases per user.

### <mark style="color:blue;">Free Raffles</mark>

#### Description

Offers free tickets with limited additional purchase options, allowing participants to enter without an initial cost.

By leveraging these systems and features, Winnables ensures a secure, fair, and enjoyable raffle experience for all participants.



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