Walrus is a decentralized storage network that supports the storage and transmission of raw data and media files (such as videos, pictures, PDFs) without compromising performance and accessibility. The network guarantees the security and availability of user data. According to official news, the Walrus testnet has been launched and it has been confirmed that there will be an airdrop of Walrus tokens ($WAL).

1. Main features of the Walrus test network:
Efficient data management
The protocol supports removable binary data blocks, making data storage and retrieval more efficient.Enhanced accessibility
A dedicated data browser developed by Staketab that allows users to search and access data seamlessly.Comprehensive Token Economics
The WAL token ecosystem includes staking, rewards, and developer faucets to promote active participation in the network.User-friendly staking app
The staking application developed by Mysten Labs makes the process of staking WAL tokens simple and easy.
2. How to participate in the Walrus test network:
Walrus testnet is now online, and Sui Network has officially confirmed that there will be $WAL airdrops. The project is currently in its early stages, and the estimated returns are high. The following is the specific participation process and how to obtain the airdrop.
Step 1: Install SUI wallet
Download SUI Wallet
Visit the following link to download and install the Sui Wallet extension to your browser:
SUI Wallet official website: https://suiwallet.com/Follow Sui Wallet Switch to testnet
Open SUI Wallet and click "Settings" in the upper right corner.
Click Network.
Find “Testnet” and switch to the testnet environment.
Switch to the test network environment
Step 2: Receive SUI tokens
Participating in the testnet requires Sui tokens, and there are two ways to obtain them:
Method 1: Using Blockbolt Faucet
Visit the Blockbolt faucet: https://faucet.blockbolt.io/
Enter your SUI wallet address and click "Give me Sui" to receive 1 SUI token on the testnet.
After waiting for about 10 minutes, you can collect it again and get 2 SUI in total.
Get Test Sui Tokens
Method 2: Get it via Discord
Join Sui Official Discord: https://discord.com/channels/916379725201563759/
Request SUI tokens in the "testnet-faucet" channel (this process is cumbersome and not recommended).
Sui Official Discord
Step 3: Convert SUI to WAL tokens
Visit the Walrus staking website
Open the Walrus staking page: https://stake.walrus.site/Connect SUI Wallet
Click “Connect Wallet” to connect your Sui wallet.Connect Sui Wallet Redeem WAL tokens
Click the “Get WAL” button to exchange Sui tokens for WAL tokens (about 1 to 1.5 will do).Redeem WAL
Step 4: Stake WAL tokens
Select a validator
Scroll down to the “Current Committee” section and select any validator.Make a pledge
You can participate in staking by staking at least 1 WAL token, and the staking will be completed after the balance is deducted.Staking WAL
Step 5: Mint NFTs in Flatland
Visit the Flatland casting page
Open the Flatland foundry page: https://flatland.walrus.site/Connect your wallet
Click “Connect Wallet” to connect your Sui wallet.Connect Sui Wallet Minting NFTs
Click the “Mint a new Flatlander” button to mint your NFT.When the words "Minted a new Flatlander!" appear, the casting is complete. You can cast more, but it seems to be of no use.
Minting NFTs
Summarize
The above is the entire process of participating in the test on the Walrus test network. Overall, it is very smooth. Not only can you experience the innovative technology of decentralized storage, but you can also obtain future $WAL airdrop rewards by staking and minting NFTs.
Since the whole process has no cost, students with energy can also register multiple Sui wallets to participate. They will also receive more $WAL token airdrops later. It is not a dream to get rich overnight!