Staking
Staking is the core mechanism that secures the ShipLock protocol. By staking $SHIP, you become a watcher — a validator who endorses check-ins and earns rewards.
Staking Tiers
| Tier | Min Stake | Weight Multiplier | Perks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watcher | 100 SHIP | 1x | Endorse check-ins, earn base rewards |
| Sentinel | 10,000 SHIP | 1.2x | Priority alerts, boosted rewards |
| Guardian | 100,000 SHIP | 1.5x | Governance votes, max rewards |
How Staking Works
- Deposit — Stake SHIP tokens into the protocol contract
- Lock Period — 72h unlock delay prevents stake-and-run
- Endorse — Use your stake weight to validate check-ins
- Earn — Receive rewards when endorsed check-ins are accepted
Rewards
Watcher rewards come from two sources:
- Protocol fees — 20% of all fees go to watcher rewards pool
- Slash distributions — 20% of slashed bonds go to watchers
Rewards are distributed proportionally to stake weight among watchers who endorsed accepted check-ins.
Unlock Delay
When you request to unstake, there is a 72-hour delay before tokens can be withdrawn. This prevents:
- Stake-and-run attacks
- Flash-loan endorsement manipulation
- Last-minute stake withdrawal before slash events