ShapeShift has joined forces with Mercle to introduce free, upgradable and gasless FOX avatar NFTs on Polygon. Released in conjunction with ShapeShift’s integration of the Polygon chain, users can seamlessly explore 12 chains while unlocking 183 traits and 19 billion possible configurations for their FOX avatar. 

ShapeShift DAO, a decentralized, non-custodial cryptocurrency platform and community, announced their collaboration with Mercle and the launch of their revolutionary FOX avatar “FOXatar” NFTs on Polygon. With FOXatars, users can now effortlessly explore the multichain DeFi universe alongside their Fox NFT companion, earn unique equitable traits from onchain and offchain activity, and proudly exhibit their new decentralized identity on the ShapeShift Dapp–or anywhere they go. As a free, community-owned and decentralized application, ShapeShift’s mission is to provide its users with a noncustodial, private, and frictionless platform by aggregating the top wallets, chains and protocols into one seamless user experience. By launching free gasless FOXatars on Polygon, ShapeShift aims to eliminate the entry barriers for crypto-curious users interested in exploring the NFT and DeFi space while empowering them to embark on a journey into the decentralized universe.  

Adding Polygon to ShapeShift’s existing support for 12 chains enhances and expands the platform’s capabilities–providing users with a comprehensive multichain experience. Polygon users gain access to over 10,000 cryptocurrencies, the ability to swap and bridge Polygon assets across five chains, and the ability to view their Polygon NFT portfolios within a single app. ShapeShift’s unwavering commitment to user experience also extends to Polygon users, with the added benefits of reduced gas fees and the same intuitive UI that ShapeShift is renowned for.

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“Mercle and ShapeShift are at the forefront of accessible, customizable and upgradable digital identities, where users can be rewarded and witness the impact of their contributions and use of an ecosystem,” said Prashant Sharma, CEO & Founder of Mercle. “Choosing Polygon as our launchpad was an obvious choice, as we believe it is the best chain to revolutionize proof-of-work based identities that directly align with onchain and offchain actions for communities while not imposing the gas fee barriers seen on Ethereum Mainnet.”

FOXatars are free to mint and gasless, ensuring accessibility for all members of the ShapeShift community. Whether you are a seasoned DeFi enthusiast or a crypto novice, FOXatars make it easier than ever to explore the wide world of Web3 while rewarding you for doing so. To obtain a FOXatar, users simply need to connect their wallet to the Mercle app, name their FOX companion and click “mint”–it’s as easy as that. With a gamified approach to evolution and rewards, users are encouraged to delve into the multitude of activities available in the Web3 ecosystem and follow their interests. 

Springing off the momentum of the recent integration of LiFi’s bridge-aggregation protocol, the ShapeShift app has rapidly emerged as the premiere platform for Polygon users seeking a holistic view of their crypto and NFT portfolio across 12 chains without additional fees. As an open-source platform, ShapeShift uniquely combines native multichain swapping, viewing, and earning functionalities with the captivating allure of NFTs. By empowering users to proudly display their multichain journey and activities through their distinctive FOXatar, ShapeShift and Mercle are leading the way for a new era of global crypto adoption.