> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://tharwa.gitbook.io/tharwa/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://tharwa.gitbook.io/tharwa/core-products/tokenomics.md).

# TRWA: Governance Token

[TRWA](/tharwa/core-products/tokenomics.md) is the governance and utility token that aligns holders with the long-term success of the Tharwa protocol. More than just voting rights, TRWA unlocks access to enhanced [yield products](/tharwa/yield-products/yield-products.md), fee sharing, and strategic protocol participation.

## Token Overview

**Contract Address**: `0x7b10d50b5885bE4c7985A88408265c109bd1EeC8` (Ethereum)

**Chain**: Ethereum Mainnet

## Core Utility

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**Protocol Control Rights**

**Voting Mechanism:**

* Proposal submission rights
* Weighted voting power
* Quorum requirements
* Anti-whale protections
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**Exclusive Benefits**
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**Economic Participation**

**Alignment Mechanisms:**

* Time-weighted benefits
* Long-term lockup rewards
* Anti-mercenary design
* Genuine utility focus
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## Staking Mechanism

**sTRWA** represents staked [TRWA](/tharwa/core-products/tokenomics.md) with additional benefits:

* Time-weighted voting power
* Higher yield tiers
* Governance proposal rights
* Fee distribution priority

## Alignment Design

[TRWA](/tharwa/core-products/tokenomics.md) is designed to reward **long-term protocol alignment** over short-term speculation:

* **Utility-driven demand**: Real use cases drive token value
* **Governance participation**: Active involvement in protocol evolution
* **Yield enhancement**: Tangible benefits for holders
* **Anti-mercenary mechanics**: Time-weighted benefits favor committed users

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**Learn More**

* [Detailed Utility Breakdown →](/tharwa/core-products/tokenomics/trwa-utility.md)
* [Fee Structure & Revenue →](/tharwa/core-products/tokenomics/fee-structure.md)
* [Token Supply & Emissions →](/tharwa/core-products/tokenomics/emissions-and-supply.md)
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