Treasury Policy
BUDZ TREASURY POLICY
Document ID: BUDZ-TREAS-001
Version: 3.0
Effective Date: December 13, 2025
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
RELATED DOCUMENTS
| Document | Reference | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Operations | BUDZ-OPS-001 | Business Structure |
| Terms of Service | BUDZ-LEGAL-TOS-2025-001 | User Agreement |
| Risk Disclosure | BUDZ-RISK-001 | Risk Acknowledgment |
TREASURY SUMMARY The BUDZ Treasury manages platform funds using the 15/15/70 distribution model: 15% to Founder, 15% to Player Rewards, and 70% to Platform Operations. All transactions are transparent and permanently recorded on the Base blockchain.
KEY METRICS
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Platform Fee | 10% on transactions |
| Founder Share | 15% of fees |
| Player Rewards Share | 15% of fees |
| Operations Share | 70% of fees |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: PURPOSE AND SCOPE
1.1 Purpose
This Treasury Policy establishes the rules, procedures, and controls for managing BUDZ platform funds. It ensures transparency, security, and accountability in accordance with the Terms of Service and applicable law.
1.2 Scope
This Policy applies to:
(a) All platform revenue and fees collected;
(b) All disbursements from treasury wallets;
(c) The Player Rewards Pool;
(d) All reporting and transparency obligations.
1.3 Guiding Principles
| Principle | Description |
|---|---|
| Transparency | All transactions publicly visible on-chain |
| Security | Multi-signature controls where appropriate |
| Accountability | Clear ownership and responsibility |
| Player First | Dedicated rewards pool for players |
SECTION 2: TREASURY STRUCTURE
2.1 Wallet Structure
BUDZ uses a three-wallet structure:
| Wallet | Purpose | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Founder Wallet | Development, operations, team | 15% |
| Rewards Pool | Weekly player distributions | 15% |
| Operations Wallet | Infrastructure, growth, reserves | 70% |
2.2 Network
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Network | Base Mainnet (Chain ID: 8453) |
| All Addresses | To be published after deployment |
2.3 Legal Status
Treasury funds are assets of GamesOnChain LLC. They are managed by the Founder for platform operations and player rewards as specified in this Policy.
SECTION 3: REVENUE SOURCES
3.1 Primary Revenue Sources
| Source | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Seed NFT Sales | 0.0001-0.0005 ETH |
| Clone NFT Creation | 0.0001 ETH |
| Breeding | 0.0002 ETH |
| Nutrient Purchases | 0.0001 ETH |
| CO2 Refills (Expert) | 0.0001 ETH |
| Dead Plant Stakes | 0.0001-0.0005 ETH (forfeited) |
3.2 Secondary Market Royalties
| NFT Type | Royalty Rate |
|---|---|
| Bud NFTs | 5% |
| Seed NFTs | 5% |
| Clone NFTs | 5% |
| Weight NFTs | 5% |
Royalty collection depends on marketplace support for ERC-2981.
3.3 Daily Auction Revenue
Daily Bud Auction proceeds are distributed according to the same 15/15/70 split.
SECTION 4: FEE DISTRIBUTION
4.1 The 15/15/70 Model
All platform fees (10% of transactions) are distributed:
| Recipient | Percentage | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Founder | 15% | Development, operations, team |
| Player Rewards | 15% | Weekly rewards pool |
| Platform Operations | 70% | Infrastructure, growth, reserves |
4.2 Example Distribution
For 1 ETH in total platform fees:
| Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Founder | 0.15 ETH |
| Player Rewards | 0.15 ETH |
| Operations | 0.70 ETH |
4.3 Automatic Distribution
Fee distribution is handled automatically by smart contracts at the time of transaction.
SECTION 5: DISBURSEMENT PROCEDURES
5.1 Founder Allocation
The Founder allocation (15%) is used at the Founder's discretion for:
5.2 Operations Allocation
The Operations allocation (70%) is used for:
5.3 Player Rewards Allocation
The Player Rewards allocation (15%) is:
SECTION 6: FINANCIAL CONTROLS
6.1 Separation of Funds
The three allocations (Founder, Rewards, Operations) are held in separate wallets and not commingled.
6.2 Reserved Funds
Operations wallet maintains:
| Reserve Type | Target Percentage | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Reserve | 10% | Security incidents, legal |
| Operations Reserve | 20% | 6-month operating costs |
6.3 Spending Authority
| Expense Type | Authority |
|---|---|
| Founder Allocation | Founder (full discretion) |
| Rewards Distribution | Smart Contract (automatic) |
| Operations < 10% | Founder |
| Operations > 10% | Founder + documentation |
SECTION 7: PLAYER REWARDS POOL
7.1 Overview
15% of all platform fees are allocated to the Player Rewards Pool for weekly distribution to active players.
7.2 Distribution Schedule
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency | Weekly (every Sunday) |
| Method | Direct ETH to player wallets |
| Calculation | Based on player activity score |
7.3 Eligibility
Players receive rewards through:
7.4 Activity Score Calculation
Activity score is calculated based on:
| Activity | Weight |
|---|---|
| Successful Harvests | High |
| Bud Quality (Grade) | High |
| Marketplace Sales | Medium |
| Achievements Earned | Medium |
| Daily Login Streak | Low |
7.5 No Guarantees
IMPORTANT Player rewards are not guaranteed income. Distribution amounts depend on: - Total platform activity - Individual player contribution - ETH price fluctuations - Platform sustainability
SECTION 8: REPORTING AND TRANSPARENCY
8.1 Real-Time Transparency
All treasury transactions are:
(a) Permanently recorded on the Base blockchain;
(b) Publicly visible to anyone;
(c) Viewable via block explorer;
(d) Auditable by any interested party.
8.2 Public Wallet Addresses
All wallet addresses will be published and linked from digibuds.xyz after deployment.
8.3 Periodic Reports
| Report Type | Frequency | Contents |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly Summary | Weekly | Rewards distribution, revenue |
| Monthly Report | Monthly | Full breakdown, metrics |
8.4 Report Contents
Each report includes:
SECTION 9: SECURITY MEASURES
9.1 Wallet Security
9.2 Key Management
The Founder maintains secure key management including:
9.3 Incident Response
If compromise is suspected:
SECTION 10: AMENDMENTS
10.1 Amendment Process
This Treasury Policy may be amended by the Founder with:
10.2 Non-Amendable Provisions
The following may not be changed:
(a) The Player Rewards allocation (15% minimum);
(b) The transparency and on-chain recording requirements;
(c) The separation of Rewards funds from Operations.
APPENDIX: WALLET ADDRESSES
| Wallet | Purpose | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Founder | 15% allocation | To be published |
| Rewards Pool | 15% allocation | To be published |
| Operations | 70% allocation | To be published |
VERSION HISTORY
| Version | Date | Summary of Changes |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | December 13, 2025 | Initial publication |
| 2.0 | December 14, 2025 | Enhanced structure |
| 2.1 | December 17, 2025 | Added breeding and auction revenue |
| 3.0 | December 18, 2025 | Restructured for LLC model with 15/15/70 split, removed DAO governance |
This Treasury Policy describes GamesOnChain LLC fund management practices.
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