In every market cycle, there are two kinds of participants - those who watch from the shore and those who dive into the current, shaping its direction. AZEx is calling on the latter with Tide, a reward initiative built not just to hand out tokens but to celebrate real builders, active traders, and engaged community members who help move decentralized markets forward.

     Tide is more than a leaderboard or a points race. It’s a living indicator of your presence within the AZEx ecosystem. Every trade, every liquidity addition, every invitation to new contributors builds your personal “current” — a measure of how deeply you’re connected to the evolution of AZEx. When the official airdrop arrives, those who’ve stayed in motion will find the rewards naturally flowing their way.

     Tide runs through distinct stages, each functioning like a new swell in an ongoing cycle. The first wave - Stage 0 - spans from September 25 to October 14, 2025, marking the start of a rhythm that will continue to evolve month by month.

     But this isn’t a static campaign. Each new stage will introduce different ways to earn, encouraging participants to remain active and adaptable. Much like early participants in Blur’s Season 1 or the consistent liquidity providers in GMX’s early days, those who sustain their engagement over time often see the biggest returns when the ecosystem matures.

     Every meaningful action counts. Trade, provide liquidity, invite new builders - all these efforts translate into a measurable share of the AZEx Tide pool. The formula is simple: the more consistent and authentic your participation, the larger your allocation when rewards are distributed.

     AZEx’s vision echoes that of projects like Friend.tech, where activity and commitment drive value, but here it’s anchored in real trading utility and Uniswap v4-based innovation. By participating, users aren’t just chasing an airdrop; they’re pressure-testing one of the first perpetual DEX models built on this foundation.

     In an era where airdrop farming and multi-account abuse have blurred the lines between real users and opportunists, AZEx draws a firm line. Tide rewards authenticity. Any sign of wash trading or system exploitation will lead to penalties or disqualification. The principle is simple: fair play leads to fair rewards.

     Tide isn’t just an event; it’s the first pulse of a decentralized trading ecosystem that rewards persistence over speculation. Early contributors get more than just tokens — they earn positioning, influence, and trust in a system designed to evolve alongside them.

     Much like the earliest liquidity miners on Curve or the first traders on dYdX, those who help shape the product before it peaks often find themselves holding more than rewards - they hold a legacy.

     The next wave of on-chain perpetuals is forming, and AZEx is opening the gates to those ready to surf it. Whether you’re a trader seeking new depth or a builder eager to test new DeFi waters, the opportunity is already here.

     Start earning, stay active, and let your actions speak through the Tide. The ocean doesn’t wait - it rewards those who move with it.

Begin your journey: https://testnet.azex.io/tides