The November Community Call was one of the most important of the last months. With the participation of Sota Watanabe (CEO Startale), Maarten Henskens (Head of Astar Foundation), Gaius, and Carlos, the team covered the key topics that will define Astar’s path toward Phase 2 of its evolution.

This article collects all the fundamental points discussed during the call.

One of the most important announcements was about Tokenomics 3.0, the definitive transition from an inflationary model to a fixed-supply model.

Key points:

• The estimated max supply of around 10.5B $ASTR is not final and will be reduced further thanks to burns.

• The new system is already implemented on Shibuya, where it is being tested under accelerated conditions.

• Early results are extremely positive.

• The rollout on mainnet is expected between January and February 2026, subject to governance.

During the call, G used a very clear example to explain the impact that the burn will have on Tokenomics 3.0:

If 2 billion ASTR are burned during the Burn Drop, the final max supply will no longer be 10.5 billion, but 8.5 billion.

This makes it clear that every token burned:

• increases scarcity,

• reduces future supply,

• strengthens the Phase 2 economic model,

• improves the long-term balance between supply and demand.

According to Gaius, this change represents a milestone: a more predictable, scarcer, more sustainable model, oriented toward the long term.

The BurnDrop was described by Sota as “probably the most important event in Astar’s history”.

• Users deposit $ASTR into a vault.

• The tokens remain locked for the entire duration of the event.

• At the end, they are permanently burned.

• In return, participants receive a new token from the Startale/partner ecosystem.

After the RFC discussions, Astar Foundation wanted to ensure maximum transparency by introducing a POC that will allow users to:

• test the actual Burn Drop flow,

• understand every step before the official event,

• receive the Burn Drop Passport (SBT), which will grant advantages in the final version.

“The POC event will be available in December.”

Startale App is the new superapp designed to become the universal interface of the Startale ecosystem.

• Swap and asset management.

• Integration of RWA and tokenized assets.

• Dedicated mini-apps.

• Star Points.

• Simplified login via account abstraction.

• Main entry point for rewards, airdrops, TGE, Burn Drop.

During the call, Sota and Maarten made it clear that Startale App is not “just” an advanced wallet, but the connection point between:

• Soneium, the chain co-built with Sony, where Startale App will be the main interface for users and builders;

• a new chain in collaboration with SBI, focused on tokenizing stocks, which will be part of the same ecosystem;

• a strong focus on USD and JPY stablecoins, a key lever to bring traditional users, finance, and Japanese companies on-chain.

In other words, Startale App is designed as the place where Sony, SBI, regulated stablecoins, and RWA converge.

One of the most relevant updates from the call concerns the connection between Astar and Startale App.

During Maarten’s segment it was explained that the Astar Foundation is considering launching an official mini–app inside Startale App, with two key goals:

• enabling direct access to dApp Staking via Startale App,

• using the superapp as a native gateway to the main functions of the Astar ecosystem.

This makes it clear that Startale App will not only be a Soneium-first platform, but also a privileged entry point for Astar, with a dedicated space designed specifically for the Astar community.

Astar maintains a strategic role in both the Polkadot world and the Soneium world, with a clearly value-oriented vision.

Key points that emerged:

• Plaza, the new AVM environment on Polkadot, will represent an important opportunity.

• Astar aims to actively contribute to its development.

• Every initiative must bring direct value to $ASTR, not only to the host chains.

Maarten was very clear:

“Astar is not designed to please Polkadot, but to create value for its stakeholders.”

This is a sharp strategic line: focus on Japan, on Soneium, and on high-value connection points.

The new Astar Community Program marks an evolution of the previous ambassador program, with a more solid and merit-based structure.

Program structure:

• 5 progressive roles, each with dedicated NFTs.

• Two main tracks:

  • Fellowship/Ambassador, for those who create content and education.

  • Governance Track, for those who actively participate in decision-making.

• Automated tasks and verification through Guild.

• Real-time updated leaderboards.

Goal: reward those who truly contribute and build an increasingly skilled and engaged community.

The November Community Call marked a key step for Astar and Startale:

• stronger tokenomics,

• a revolutionary BurnDrop,

• a superapp that will become the home of the on-chain economy,

• mature and active governance,

• a community at the center of growth.

Astar is entering Phase 2, and the contribution of the community has never been this important.

• EmanuCt96: https://x.com/EmanuCt96

• Startale Group: https://x.com/StartaleGroup

• Astar Network: https://x.com/AstarNetwork

• Soneium: https://x.com/soneium

The November Community Call was one of the most important of the last months. With the participation of Sota Watanabe (CEO Startale), Maarten Henskens (Head of Astar Foundation), Gaius, and Carlos, the team covered the key topics that will define Astar’s path toward Phase 2 of its evolution.

This article collects all the fundamental points discussed during the call.

One of the most important announcements was about Tokenomics 3.0, the definitive transition from an inflationary model to a fixed-supply model.

Key points:

• The estimated max supply of around 10.5B $ASTR is not final and will be reduced further thanks to burns.

• The new system is already implemented on Shibuya, where it is being tested under accelerated conditions.

• Early results are extremely positive.

• The rollout on mainnet is expected between January and February 2026, subject to governance.

During the call, G used a very clear example to explain the impact that the burn will have on Tokenomics 3.0:

If 2 billion ASTR are burned during the Burn Drop, the final max supply will no longer be 10.5 billion, but 8.5 billion.

This makes it clear that every token burned:

• increases scarcity,

• reduces future supply,

• strengthens the Phase 2 economic model,

• improves the long-term balance between supply and demand.

According to Gaius, this change represents a milestone: a more predictable, scarcer, more sustainable model, oriented toward the long term.

The BurnDrop was described by Sota as “probably the most important event in Astar’s history”.

• Users deposit $ASTR into a vault.

• The tokens remain locked for the entire duration of the event.

• At the end, they are permanently burned.

• In return, participants receive a new token from the Startale/partner ecosystem.

After the RFC discussions, Astar Foundation wanted to ensure maximum transparency by introducing a POC that will allow users to:

• test the actual Burn Drop flow,

• understand every step before the official event,

• receive the Burn Drop Passport (SBT), which will grant advantages in the final version.

“The POC event will be available in December.”

Startale App is the new superapp designed to become the universal interface of the Startale ecosystem.

• Swap and asset management.

• Integration of RWA and tokenized assets.

• Dedicated mini-apps.

• Star Points.

• Simplified login via account abstraction.

• Main entry point for rewards, airdrops, TGE, Burn Drop.

During the call, Sota and Maarten made it clear that Startale App is not “just” an advanced wallet, but the connection point between:

• Soneium, the chain co-built with Sony, where Startale App will be the main interface for users and builders;

• a new chain in collaboration with SBI, focused on tokenizing stocks, which will be part of the same ecosystem;

• a strong focus on USD and JPY stablecoins, a key lever to bring traditional users, finance, and Japanese companies on-chain.

In other words, Startale App is designed as the place where Sony, SBI, regulated stablecoins, and RWA converge.

One of the most relevant updates from the call concerns the connection between Astar and Startale App.

During Maarten’s segment it was explained that the Astar Foundation is considering launching an official mini–app inside Startale App, with two key goals:

• enabling direct access to dApp Staking via Startale App,

• using the superapp as a native gateway to the main functions of the Astar ecosystem.

This makes it clear that Startale App will not only be a Soneium-first platform, but also a privileged entry point for Astar, with a dedicated space designed specifically for the Astar community.

Astar maintains a strategic role in both the Polkadot world and the Soneium world, with a clearly value-oriented vision.

Key points that emerged:

• Plaza, the new AVM environment on Polkadot, will represent an important opportunity.

• Astar aims to actively contribute to its development.

• Every initiative must bring direct value to $ASTR, not only to the host chains.

Maarten was very clear:

“Astar is not designed to please Polkadot, but to create value for its stakeholders.”

This is a sharp strategic line: focus on Japan, on Soneium, and on high-value connection points.

The new Astar Community Program marks an evolution of the previous ambassador program, with a more solid and merit-based structure.

Program structure:

• 5 progressive roles, each with dedicated NFTs.

• Two main tracks:

  • Fellowship/Ambassador, for those who create content and education.

  • Governance Track, for those who actively participate in decision-making.

• Automated tasks and verification through Guild.

• Real-time updated leaderboards.

Goal: reward those who truly contribute and build an increasingly skilled and engaged community.

The November Community Call marked a key step for Astar and Startale:

• stronger tokenomics,

• a revolutionary BurnDrop,

• a superapp that will become the home of the on-chain economy,

• mature and active governance,

• a community at the center of growth.

Astar is entering Phase 2, and the contribution of the community has never been this important.

• EmanuCt96: https://x.com/EmanuCt96

• Startale Group: https://x.com/StartaleGroup

• Astar Network: https://x.com/AstarNetwork

• Soneium: https://x.com/soneium