How to Bribe

This guide helps rollup operators effectively offer bribes in Cabal’s marketplace to boost their gauge voting weight and secure greater VIP rewards.

Bribing Process

1. [Prerequisite] Gauge Whitelisting

Verify your rollup's gauge is whitelisted within Initia’s VIP systemOnly whitelisted gauges are eligible for VIP rewards and votes from Cabal

2. Depositing Bribe Tokens

Select Gauge: Identify your gauge on the Bribes dashboardSet Parameters: Specify the token type (INIT, USDC, or your native token) and bribe amountDeposit Bribe: Submit your bribe tokens via Cabal’s interfaceOnce submitted, your bribe becomes visible on the Gauges dashboard

3. Voting and Distribution

Once the voting snapshot is taken, Cabal will vote for your gauge based on the cumulative bribes received for all gaugesAt the end of the epoch, your VIP rewards will become available and your bribes are distributed proportionally to Cabal stakers

FAQ for Minitia Operators

Which tokens should I use for bribes?

• INIT and stables are straightforward options for bribing, but your native token may attract voters if it offers strong utility or potential growth.

Can I modify a bribe after posting?

• You can add more tokens mid-epoch up, and in a different token, until the voting snapshot is taken.

Is there a limit on bribing frequency?

• There is no hard limit on bribing and multiple campaigns can run consecutively. Ensure responsible treasury management for long-term sustainability.