# Staking and Rewards Distribution
## Staking & Rewards Stake ZNT to earn a share of protocol's and external rewards. Zentra offers multiple staking options to match different preferences and risk profiles. ### Staking Pools | Pool | Rewards | Unstake | Bonus | Best For | | --------------- | ------------ | ------- | ----- | -------------- | | **sZNT** | ZNT | 7 days | — | Accumulation | | **uZNT** | ctUSD | 7 days | — | Stable income | | **Super Stake** | ZNT or ctUSD | Never | +15% | Max conviction | #### sZNT — ZNT Rewards Pool | Parameter | Value | | ---------------- | -------------------------------- | | **Reward Token** | ZNT | | **Lock Period** | None (7-day unstake cooldown) | | **Bonus** | None | | **Best For** | Long-term believers, compounding | Stake ZNT and receive rewards in ZNT. Ideal for those who want to compound their position over time. #### uZNT — ctUSD Rewards Pool | Parameter | Value | | ---------------- | ----------------------------------- | | **Reward Token** | ctUSD | | **Lock Period** | None (7-day unstake cooldown) | | **Bonus** | None | | **Best For** | Income seekers, risk-averse stakers | Stake ZNT and receive rewards in USDC. Ideal for those who want stable, predictable income. #### Super Stake — Permanent Lock | Parameter | Value | | ---------------- | ------------------------------------------- | | **Reward Token** | ZNT or ctUSD tokens based on staking option | | **Lock Period** | Permanent (non-withdrawable) | | **Bonus** | +15% rewards | | **Tradeable** | Yes (staked position) | | **Best For** | Maximum conviction, highest yield | Permanently lock your ZNT for the highest rewards. Rewards are paid in ZNT/USDC LP tokens, giving you exposure to both assets. You can transfer/sell your staked position but never withdraw the underlying ZNT. > 🔒 This is how team tokens are held — ensuring permanent alignment. ### Reward Sources Stakers earn from two primary reward streams: #### Protocol Fees (90% to Stakers) | Fee Type | Description | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------- | | **Interest Spread** | Difference between borrow/supply rates | | **Liquidation Fees** | Penalty from liquidated positions | | **Flash Loan Fees** | Fees from flash loan usage | #### Satsuma Rewards (90% to Stakers) | Source | Distribution | | --------------- | ---------------------------- | | **SUMA Tokens** | Earned from LP bribes | | **Frequency** | Monthly | | **Timing** | Randomized (prevents gaming) | ### Distribution Mechanics #### Weekly Epochs Rewards are calculated and distributed on a **weekly epoch** basis. | Week | Action | | ------ | ----------------------------------- | | Week 1 | Fees accrue → Snapshot → Distribute | | Week 2 | Fees accrue → Snapshot → Distribute | | ... | Continues weekly | #### Pro-Rata Calculation Your reward share is proportional to your stake in the pool. ``` Your Rewards = (Your Staked ZNT / Total Staked ZNT) × Epoch Rewards ``` **Example:** * Your stake: 100,000 sZNT * Total staked: 1,000,000 sZNT * Your share: 10% * Epoch rewards: 50,000 ctUSD * **Your rewards: 5,000 ctUSD** #### Super Stake Bonus Super stakers receive 15% more than their base share. ``` Super Stake Rewards = Base Share × 1.15 ``` **Example:** * Base share: 10% * With bonus: **11.5%** ### Unstaking Cooldown A **7-day waiting period** is required before unstaked tokens are withdrawable. | Day | Status | | ------- | -------------------------------- | | Day 0 | Initiate unstake | | Day 1-6 | Cooldown period (still earning!) | | Day 7 | Ready to claim | | Day 7+ | Withdraw available | > 💡 You continue earning rewards during the 7-day cooldown! #### Why 7 Days? | Reason | Benefit | | ------------------------ | -------------------------------- | | **Prevent exploitation** | Stops flash-stake attacks | | **Reduce volatility** | No instant dump capability | | **Reward commitment** | Aligns stakers with protocol | | **Earnings continuity** | Continue earning during cooldown | ### Launch Period Special Rules #### First 3 Months During the initial launch period, special rules apply: | Rule | Details | | ---------------- | -------------------------------------------------- | | **Team Rewards** | Team receives 20% of staking rewards | | **Reason** | Team tokens are locked; this provides compensation | | **Duration** | First 3 months post-mainnet | | **After** | Standard 90% staker share applies | #### First Week | Event | Timeline | | ------------------ | -------- | | Mainnet launch | Day 0 | | First epoch ends | Day 7 | | First distribution | Day 7 | ### Staking Strategy Guide #### Conservative: uZNT * **Profile:** Risk-averse, income-focused * **Strategy:** Stake in uZNT for stable USDC yield * **Benefits:** No exposure to ZNT price volatility * **Drawback:** Miss ZNT upside potential #### Balanced: sZNT * **Profile:** Moderate risk, growth-focused * **Strategy:** Stake in sZNT, compound rewards * **Benefits:** Grow ZNT position over time * **Drawback:** Rewards fluctuate with ZNT price #### Aggressive: Super Stake * **Profile:** High conviction, maximum yield * **Strategy:** Super stake for permanent lock + 15% bonus * **Benefits:** Highest possible rewards * **Drawback:** Can never withdraw (only transfer position) #### Split Strategy * **Profile:** Balanced risk management * **Strategy:** * 50% in uZNT (stable income) * 30% in sZNT (compound growth) * 20% super staked (max yield on portion) * **Benefits:** Diversified reward streams ### FAQ **Q: Can I switch between sZNT and uZNT?** Yes. Unstake from one pool (7-day cooldown) and stake in the other. **Q: Do I earn during the 7-day cooldown?** Yes, you continue earning rewards until withdrawal. **Q: Can I sell my Super Stake position?** Yes, the staked position is transferable/tradeable, but the underlying ZNT can never be withdrawn. **Q: When do rewards appear?** Protocol fees distribute weekly. SUMA distributes monthly at random times. **Q: Is there a minimum stake?** No minimum. Any amount can be staked.