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# Chess3 Whitepaper

## The Next 3volution of Online Chess

**Version 1.0 | November 2025**

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## Abstract

Chess3 is to chess what Web3 is to the internet. Built on Solana, it introduces a play-to-earn chess platform where players can earn from gameplay, own their progress, and participate in a community-governed ecosystem.

The Chessalienz: Pawnz collection is the genesis NFT drop that unlocks early access, tournaments, governance, and future rewards across the Chess3 platform.