Cool Cats is receiving a strategic investment and advisment from Animoca Brands Japan and San FranTokyo to spread its brand in Japan.
The Deets
- Manga Creation: A one-shot Cool Cats manga to blend Cool Cats with Japanese manga culture.
- NFT Acquisition: San FranTokyo bolsters its holdings with Cool Cats' collection pieces.
- Brand Expansion: New partnerships and initiatives in Japan to grow Cool Cats' IP.
- Cultural Integration: Cool Cats to become part of San FranTokyo's digital narrative.
The Bulk
In a significant move to merge cultures and expand digital horizons, Cool Cats Group LLC has joined forces with Animoca Brands Japan and San FranTokyo, marking a strategic advance into the Japanese market. This collaboration is a cross-pollination of ideas, aiming to extend Cool Cats' reach by leveraging Japan's rich anime and manga heritage.
Animoca Brands Japan has invested in the equity of Cool Cats, while San FranTokyo has enhanced its treasury with NFTs from all three of Cool Cats' collections. A unique aspect of this partnership is the development of a Cool Cats manga one-shot, promising to infuse the iconic characters of Cool Cats with the timeless appeal of Japanese storytelling.
This strategic move not only signifies the growth of Cool Cats' brand but also its IP's engagement through various channels in Japan. With plans to tie in with San FranTokyo's own narrative, the partnership is set to unveil interactive efigurine drops and collaborate with renowned Japanese IPs, potentially revolutionizing how cultural integration is perceived in the digital age.
📊 By the Numbers
Cool Cats NFTs are up 53% in the last 24 hours to 1.15 ETH.
🎤 Founder Feedback
This partnership isn't just about growth; it's about creating a community that transcends borders and embraces the essence of Japanese digital artistry.Daisuke Iwase, CEO of Animoca Brands Japan
🔜 What's Next?
While the initiatives are set to unfold, fans and collectors should look forward to a rich narrative experience and unique collectible offerings that are deeply rooted in Japanese culture and aesthetics.
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Cool Cats showed off its parade balloon, which will make Cool Cats the first-ever NFT collection featured in the 2023 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
The Deets
- First NFT in Parade: Cool Cats won a contest to secure its parade appearance.
- New Merch: Limited-edition merchandise will be available at Macy's stores and online.
- Multi-Platform: The Parade will air on NBC and stream on Peacock.
The Bulk
Cool Cats is about to achieve a significant milestone by appearing in the 2023 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, an event watched by millions worldwide.
The brand secured its parade spot by winning an online contest conducted by Macy's. As part of this ground-breaking appearance, Cool Cats is releasing exclusive, limited-edition merchandise that will be available both online and in 11 Macy's flagship stores. The offerings include a plush Blue Cat and a vinyl collectible, each with digital activation features. New Yorkers will even get an exclusive hoodie at Macy's Herald Square.
Clon, the founder and driving force behind Cool Cats, grew up watching the parade with his grandfather, making this occasion particularly meaningful for him. Now, he has the unique opportunity to see his creations brought to life as enormous, flying balloons—right beside some of the world's most iconic characters.
🎤 Founder Feedback
Personally, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has always been an important event in my family and it holds a lot of memories. Being able to showcase my artwork alongside some of the world's most recognizable characters is a dream come true.Clon, Founder of Cool Cats
🎬 Take Action
Want to grab some of the exclusive Cool Cats merchandise? Keep an eye out for the drop on Macy's online store and flagship locations.
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Stephen Teglas announced he is stepping down as Cool Cats CEO, with artist and founder Clon taking a larger leadership role and leading daily operations starting today.
The Deets
- Clon assumes responsibility for strategy, operations, and creative direction.
- Stephen Teglas (@ChiefCoolCat) stepped down as the CEO of Cool Cats.
- A Twitter Spaces event is set for 3:00 p.m. ET to discuss the transition.
The Bulk
Cool Cats made a significant leadership move. As of today, Cool Cats founder and artist Clon is stepping into a comprehensive leadership role, handling both overarching strategy and day-to-day operations. This move aligns with the brand's direction, emphasizing Clon's prowess in guiding the creative direction for the project.
In another big announcement, Stephen, who went by @ChiefCoolCat on Twitter, has resigned from his position as CEO. The community has expressed its gratitude for Stephen's contributions, acknowledging the foundational role he played in establishing Cool Cats as a notable entity in the NFT space.
Further details on this transition and its implications for the future of Cool Cats will be discussed in a Twitter Spaces event, scheduled for 3:00 p.m. ET.
🎤 Founder Feedback
It was a privilege to work on behalf of the Cool Cats community to build the brand, expand the audience and to engage the fans with our experiences to maximize and grow the brand value. I will be cheering on the Cool Cats.Stephen Teglas}
🔜 What's Next?
A community discussion will be held today at 3:00 p.m. ET to discuss the next steps for the brand.
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Cool Cats is partnering with three video game development firms, two owned by Animoca Brands, to create unique, immersive gaming experiences for its fanbase, according to a report from The Block.
The Deets
- Partnering Studios: nWay, iCandy, and Sync Studios
- Game Types: Multiplayer arcade, endless running game, and a "match3" puzzle game
- Projected Launch: By the end of 2024
- Strategic Partnership: nWay and iCandy are owned by Animoca Brands, the lead investor in Cool Cats' recent funding round
The Bulk
Aiming to expand its impact in gaming, Cool Cats is teaming up with three video game development studios - nWay, iCandy, and Sync Studios - to create immersive games featuring Cool Cats IP.
With nWay, a competitive multiplayer arcade game is in the works. iCandy, on the other hand, is assisting in developing an endless running game. Lastly, Sync Studios is contributing to the creation of a "match3" game, offering a puzzle-like matching experience similar to Candy Crush.
These planned games are expected to hit the market by the end of 2024.
🎤 Founder Feedback:
Our new games are critical to our ongoing mission of developing Cool Cats into a globally known character brand, and a robust storytelling and content company.Stephen Teglas, Cool Cats CEO to The Block
🔜 What's Next?
Cool Cats and its partners are hard at work developing these games. Collectors should watch out for further announcements regarding game launches and associated promotions.
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Cool Cats will partner with notable game developers to launch three games and significantly update their Cool Pets collection in the coming year. The notes come as part of a larger ecosystem update provided during a community Town Hall.
The Deets
- Cool Pets' forthcoming upgrade: Expanded character development, new artwork, and enhanced utility within the Cool Cats ecosystem
- Active generation of $MILK, the project's native token, to be discontinued from July 27, 2023
- A final $MILK burn event with physical and digital rewards to be held this summer
- Cooltopia items like Pet Questing and Cat Gathering to gain further utility in the upcoming avatar system
The Bulk
One of the most significant revelations is the plan to collaborate with well-known game developers to roll out three new games over the next year. The project is hopeful this strategic alliance will contribute to increasing the global visibility and engagement of the Cool Cats brand.
Further, the Cool Pets collection will undergo a major revamp. This summer, owners can look forward to more in-depth character development, new artwork, and amplified utility in the Cool Cats ecosystem for their Cool Pets.
Additionally, active $MILK generation will cease on July 27, 2023. In a final celebratory move, a $MILK burn event will take place later in the summer, offering physical and digital rewards to those who participate.
Existing Cooltopia items, such as Pet Questing and Cat Gathering, will soon find added utility in the project's forthcoming avatar system, reinforcing the value proposition for holders.
🔜 What's Next?
Specific details surrounding the functionality of Cooltopia questing items and the $MILK burn event will be revealed in the coming weeks. As Cool Cats evolves, community members should stay engaged for updates and opportunities.
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Cool Cats revealed Journey 10, the second Shadow Wolves Journey in the Wandering Territory. Additionally, Cool Cats announced that participants of the last Journey have received an airdrop of Umbrium.
The Deets
- Journeys will alternate weekly between Cats/Pets and Shadow Wolves and Journey #10 is for owners of Shadow Wolves.
- Additionally, Cool Cats airdropped Umbrium to the wallets of those that joined Journey 8, the first Journey in the Wandering Territory for the Shadow Wolves.
- Umbrium is a mighty stone that channels the untamed forces of the shadows and provides a gateway to transformative possibilities.
- There are four tiers of Umbrium, and as always, the higher your Journey Score, the greater your chance of receiving a higher-tier reward.
🔙 Back It Up
Cool Cats introduced Shadow Wolves as an expansion to the ecosystem back in April, and the collection is compiled of 6,250 NFTs that offer mid-tier "Super Cool" membership into the Cool Cats ecosystem and access to the World of Cooltopia. Those that procured Fractures from prior Journeys could burn them for Shadow Wolves during the mint window between April 20 and May 19.
🎬 Take Action
Join by June 5 at 3PM ET to earn your rewards: journeys.coolcatsnft.com.
And see the breakdown of Season 2 Journey Rewards / read the updated litepaper for more details at coolcatsnft.com/news/post/journeys-season-2-overview.
🧠 Learn More
- Cool Cats Releases Journey 9, Cool Score Updates (May 26, 2023)
- Cool Cats Launches Journeys Season 2 (May 18, 2023)
- Cool Cats Airdrops NFT to Journey Participants (May 11, 2023)
- Cool Cats Expanding Ecosystem With Shadow Wolves (April 20, 2023)
Cool Cats revealed Journey 9, an adventure in Sapphire Town, alongside updates to the Cool Score system.
The Deets
- Marshmallow Mountains: Historically destructive for Sapphire Town
- Journey 9: The latest immersive event from Cool Cats
- Cool Score Update: Significant changes introduced, including Shadow Wolf Points and NFT Achievements
- Participation details: Join by 3:00 p.m. ET May 29
The Bulk
Journey 9 isn't the only major development Cool Cats is introducing. Significant updates to the Cool Score system have been announced, promising a more dynamic and balanced experience for the Cool Cats community.
Among the updates, Shadow Wolf Points have been introduced, contributing 25 points to a holder's Cool Score, subject to a 5% diminishing return for each subsequent Shadow Wolf. This strategic element is designed to make earning points both challenging and rewarding.
The outdated "Participation Scores" have been replaced by "NFT Achievements," recognizing holders of Gold/Silver Season Achievement NFTs, Aurorium, and Umbrium NFTs. This change reflects active participation in Journeys more accurately.
Further changes include adjustments to Cool Pets' contribution to Cool Scores, the removal of the Final Evolution Stage Bonus for Cool Pets, a decrease in the maximum impact from quests, and changes to Cool Cats Football Club (CCFC) scores.
🎬 Take Action
Those hoping to participate in Journey 9 must do so before 3:00 p.m. ET on May 29.
Cool Cats kicks off Season 2 of Journeys, offering two new reward categories for holders of Cool Cats, Cool Pets, and Shadow Wolves.
The Deets
- Season 2 will alternate Journeys between Cooltopia and the Wandering Territory every Thursday
- To participate, holders must own a Cool Cat, Cool Pet, or Shadow Wolf
- Fractures must be converted into Shadow Wolves before the mint window ends on May 19 at 3:00 p.m. ET
- Both Cool Cats/Cool Pets and Shadow Wolves have separate reward categories, broken into four tiers
The Bulk
Cool Cats launched the second season of its Journeys event. The initiative is set to alternate every week between the group's two main communities: Cooltopia, the home of Cool Cats and Cool Pets, and the Wandering Territory, the habitat of Shadow Wolves.
To engage in these journeys, holders must have either a Cool Cat, Cool Pet, or Shadow Wolf. In addition, Fractures, another asset type, must be burned and converted into Shadow Wolves before the mint window closes on May 19 at 3:00 p.m. ET to preserve their utility.
In this second season, the Cool Cats team is introducing two new reward categories. These rewards, unique to each respective group, are divided into four tiers. The reward systems and tiers, carrying distinct significance for the future, look set to heighten the overall participation and excitement around the event.
🎬 Take Action
Interested in joining the Journeys? Make sure you hold a Cool Cat, Cool Pet, or Shadow Wolf, and if you own a Fracture, don’t forget to mint it into a Shadow Wolf before the deadline.
🧠 Learn More
Cool Cats announced participants in its recent Journey 6 event have received an airdrop of Aurorium, a symbolic token with "transformative potential."
The Deets
- Aurorium is a mystical token representing radiant energy and enlightenment.
- The amount of Aurorium a participant received is based on their Journey Score.
- Aurorium is classified into four tiers: Aurorium Shard, Aurorium Crystal, Aurorium Gem, and Aurorium Radiance.
🎬 Take Action
Participate in Journey 6? Check your wallet for your airdrop.
🧠 Learn More
Cool Cats released the Kritten, a new character that will play an important role in Journeys and daily battles.
The Deets
- New Kritten Trophy available
- Boss Battle Requirements REVAMPED
- More Battles, More Fun
The Details
The Kritten Trophy is an exciting new reward that unlocks valuable bonuses in upcoming Journeys. This highly sought-after prize is sure to entice players with its potential for new bonuses.
The developers have listened to player feedback and revamped the boss battle requirements to make better use of players' resources. This update encourages more strategic gameplay and caters to the players' demands.
Cool Cats and Pets can now participate in three boss battles per day, providing more opportunities to prove their prowess and have fun.
❗️Why It Matters
Cool Cats has committed itself to strengthening its brand through character building and lore, and the Kritten is the latest example of such. While the Kritten is not yet represented as an ownable NFT, the team insists that interacting with and earning the Kritten Trophy will be extremely valuable.
