Cambria’s second season, The Paymasters, is making serious waves in the Web3 gaming world. Just six days after launching, the player-funded prize pool officially crossed the $1 million mark, fueled entirely by the community’s energy and investment.
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According to the developers’ announcement on April 17, a total of 8,862 players minted 21,877 Royal Charters and over 132,000 Energy units, primarily using ETH and RON. This massive engagement highlights not just excitement for the season but also Cambria’s growing influence in the Web3 MMO space.
How Cambria Season 2’s Prize Pool Works
The prize pool isn’t funded by investors or sponsors — it’s entirely driven by players.
Here’s the breakdown:
- Royal Charters, priced at 0.02 ETH (or around 53 RON), unlock competitive gameplay and prize eligibility.
- Energy Orbs are essential for exploration and activities, especially in high-risk regions.
- Free-to-play players can try a limited version, but only Charter holders can cash in loot and earn tradable Coins tied to prize rewards.
Simply owning a Charter isn’t enough — players must actively play, collect loot, and manage Energy to maximize their earnings.
Midseason Update Brings New Challenges and Upgrades
To keep momentum high, the Cambria devs rolled out a major midseason update right after hitting the $1M milestone. Here’s what’s new:
Dungeon Warfare Event
Players can now dive into the Dungeon Warfare event — a high-stakes, limited-time competition. You’ll need a Dungeon Pass (purchased with in-game currency) to enter sprawling dungeons packed with Gold Ore. Once the ores are mined out, the event ends, and players can exchange their loot at the Royal Treasury.
Arcane Research: Boost Your Magical Power
Another exciting addition is Arcane Research, specifically for upgrading Tier 5 (Occultist’s) Staves. By investing Silver, players can:
- Increase magical attack speed
- Boost spell damage
- Unlock a stronger, more competitive magical build
Revamped Paymaster Role and Exclusive Areas
The Paymaster system also got a major overhaul.
Players who deposit at least five Charters can now access the Paymasters Hideout v2, unlocking:
- The Bank
- The Trading Post
- The Restoration Altar
- And exclusive perks like no Paymaster Taxes until Energy caps and flashy coin trail effects
It’s a massive upgrade for the most dedicated players.
Combat Prestige and Hearthfire Armor Set
The update introduces the Prestige system for Combat Masteries. Players reaching Level 95 in all combat skills can now:
- Reset their skills back to Level 1 with a Scroll of Mastery
- Earn bonus mastery points
- Gain faster combat XP and improved attack speeds
And for those looking to go all-in on damage, the new Hearthfire armor set is here. It’s a high-risk, high-reward set that boosts your damage as your health drops — with the Hearthfire Axe amplifying your burst potential even further.
Cambria’s Rise in the Web3 Gaming Ecosystem
Cambria’s rapid climb to a $1 million player-funded prize pool shows more than just hype — it shows the strength of community-driven ecosystems in blockchain gaming. The devs’ commitment to regular updates, engaging events, and meaningful progression systems is setting a new standard for Web3 MMOs.
As The Paymasters season continues, players can expect even more content, challenges, and rewards that keep the world of Cambria alive and thriving.
