6. 1 Node Sale Overview

While qualified operators can create Rainfall (Monsoon) Base Nodes at any time after the launch of the Mainnet, Full Nodes may only be acquired via Rainfall Node Sales. Rainfall's node sale is a limited-time opportunity to acquire node licenses, enabling early supporters to actively participate in the network. Node licenses are available for purchase in several phases, with each phase offering a set number of nodes at increasingly higher prices. This phased pricing ensures that early adopters receive the most favorable terms, while later sales support the scaling of Rainfall’s infrastructure.

6.2 Key Phases and Pricing Tiers

The node sale is divided into three phases, each with a specific allocation of node licenses:

First Node Sale - Early Supporter	Second Node Sale - Community	Third Node Sale - Public
Total Nodes Available: 2,000
Price per Node: 0.5 ETH
Discount: 50% off standard pricing.
Minimum Nodes: 5
Total Sale Max: 1,000 ETH	Total Nodes Available: 2,000
Price per Node: 0.8 ETH
Discount: 20% off standard pricing.
Minimum Nodes: 5
Total Sale Max: 1,600 ETH	Total Nodes Available: 1,000
Price per Node: 1 ETH
Minimum Nodes: 5
Total Sale Max: 1,000 ETH

Each phase will close when the allocated nodes are sold out. Node licenses are sold on a first-come, first-served basis, with no reservations or waiting lists.

6.3 Node Purchase Mechanics

Registration and Verification

Prospective node owners must register on the Rainfall platform and complete identity verification to participate in the node sale.

Accepted Payment Methods

Purchases can be made using Ethereum (ETH), USDT, USDC. Fiat payment options may be provided for select regions.

First-Come, First-Served Basis

Nodes are available without reservations, emphasizing prompt purchases to secure a place within the Rainfall infrastructure.

6.4 Technical Requirements

To operate a Rainfall node, participants must meet the following hardware and software requirements

	Minimum Viable Configuration	Preferred Configuration
RAM	32 GB	64 GB
CPU	8 core	16 core
Storage	6 TB	6 TB
Network Bandwidth	1 Gbit/s	1 Gbit/s
OS	Windows 11, Mac OS 15 or Linux	Windows 11, Mac OS 15 or Linux

Rainfall recommends participants review the full technical guide available on the Rainfall documentation page to ensure proper setup and optimal performance.

6.5 Terms and Conditions

Participants in the node sale agree to the following terms:

Non-Refundable: All node license purchases are final and non-refundable.
Compliance: Node operators must comply with Rainfall’s terms of service, including the operational requirements and code of conduct.
Network Security: Node operators are required to maintain hardware and software security protocols as outlined by the Rainfall team.
Purchasing a Rainfall node license grants participants access to the Rainfall network’s infrastructure, with rewards allocated based on participation and compliance with the network’s operational guidelines. Node ownership is a privilege, and Rainfall reserves the right to revoke or suspend nodes if misuse or non-compliance is detected.

6.6 Contact Information

For any questions regarding the node sale or setup process, please contact Rainfall support at [email protected]

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