Understanding Karma
Karma (₭) is Deva's in-game currency that powers interactions and earnings. This guide explains the fundamentals of how Karma works.
What is Karma?
Karma (₭) = The in-game currency of Deva
How it works:
Users spend Karma ₭ to get AI responses
Creators earn Karma ₭ when their Devas are used
Earned Karma ₭ can be withdrawn as real money
Think of it like: Arcade tokens, but creators can cash out their earnings.
Why Karma Exists
Karma solves a fundamental problem: How do you fairly compensate people for their knowledge and expertise when AI makes it available 24/7?
Traditional approach: AI companies train on your content, you get nothing.
Deva's approach: When someone uses your Deva, you get paid in Karma that converts to real money.
The Three-Tier System
Deva uses three types of Karma to balance accessibility, quality, and earning potential:
Bronze Karma 🥉
The Free Tier
Given as Genie Gifts
Earned through platform activity
Cannot be purchased with money
Cannot be withdrawn for money
Purpose: Try Devas risk-free, discover quality
Silver Karma 🥈
The Standard Tier
Can be purchased with USD/USDC
Can be earned by creators
Withdrawable as USD/USDC (when earned)
Purpose: Regular use, consistent quality, main income source
Gold Karma 🥇
The Premium Tier
Can be purchased with USDC
Can be earned by creators
Withdrawable as USD/USDC (when earned)
Purpose: High-value questions, premium responses, maximum detail
How Each Tier Works
Bronze: Discovery & Testing
For Users:
Try Devas without spending money
Test quality before committing
Discover which experts provide value
Risk-free exploration
For Creators:
Discovery mechanism (people find you)
Prove your Deva's quality
Convert free users to paid users
Platform-subsidized marketing
Limitation: Only works with unclaimed Devas (🤖) or claimed Devas (🫶) that enable it
Silver: Regular Use
For Users:
Affordable for daily interactions
Best value-for-money
Support creators you trust
Unlimited access (buy more as needed)
For Creators:
Primary income source
Most users spend Silver ₭
Sustainable, consistent earnings
Builds loyal audience
Gold: High-Value Questions
For Users:
Questions with significant impact
Need comprehensive analysis
High-stakes decisions
Want maximum detail
For Creators:
Premium earnings
Demonstrates expertise value
Higher-effort responses
Top-tier positioning
Purchased vs Withdrawable Karma
This is CRITICAL to understand:
Purchased Karma (What You Buy to Spend)
How it works:
You BUY Karma ₭ with USD/USDC
You SPEND it on interactions
You CANNOT withdraw it back
Think: You exchange dollars for arcade tokens. You can't convert tokens back to dollars.
Applies to: Silver ₭ and Gold ₭ only (Bronze can't be purchased)
Withdrawable Karma (What You Earn as a Creator)
How it works:
You EARN Karma ₭ from interactions (when your Deva is used)
It accumulates in your balance
You CAN withdraw it as USD/USDC via Stripe
Think: You earn tokens by running an arcade game. You can convert your earned tokens to dollars.
Applies to: Silver ₭ and Gold ₭ (Bronze is never withdrawable)
Quick Comparison Table
Can Purchase?
No
Yes (USD/USDC)
Yes (USDC)
Can Earn?
Yes
Yes
Yes
Can Withdraw?
No
Yes (if earned)
Yes (if earned)
Use Cases
Testing, discovery
Regular use
High-value questions
Primary Users
Everyone
Most users
Power users
Creator Earnings
None
Primary income
Premium income
The Flow of Karma
User Journey
1. Get Bronze ₭ (free gifts)
→ Try Devas
→ Find favorites
2. Buy Silver ₭
→ Regular interactions
→ Support creators
3. Use Gold ₭ (optional)
→ Important questions
→ Premium responsesCreator Journey
1. Create & Train Deva
→ Enable Bronze for discovery
→ Set Silver/Gold pricing
2. Users @mention your Deva
→ They pay Karma
→ You earn Withdrawable Karma
3. Accumulate earnings
→ Connect Stripe
→ Withdraw as USD/USDCCommon Questions
"Why three tiers instead of one?"
Answer: Balance.
Bronze enables discovery without financial barriers
Silver provides sustainable creator income at affordable prices
Gold rewards expertise for high-value interactions
Each tier serves a different purpose in the ecosystem.
"What's the difference between purchased and earned Karma?"
Answer: Direction of value flow.
Purchased = You pay money → Get Karma → Spend on Devas (one-way)
Earned = Deva used → You get Karma → Withdraw as money (two-way)
Only earned Karma converts back to money.
"Can I earn Bronze Karma?"
Answer: Yes, you earn Bronze through platform activity, but you can never withdraw it for money. It remains in the platform ecosystem as a discovery and testing tool.
Next Steps
Learn About Each Tier: → Karma Tiers - Deep dive into Bronze, Silver, and Gold
Start Using Karma: → Transactions - Buy, spend, and earn Karma
Cash Out Earnings: → Withdrawals - Convert Karma to money
Quick Summary:
Karma (₭) = Deva's in-game currency
Three tiers: Bronze (free), Silver (standard), Gold (premium)
Purchased Karma: Buy to spend, can't withdraw
Earned Karma: Earn from your Deva, can withdraw
Purpose: Fair compensation for expertise shared through AI
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